- Matchup: Sacramento Kings vs Orlando Magic
- Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026
- Venue: Kia Center, Orlando, FL
- Broadcast: FanDuel Sports Network
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On Thursday, the Orlando Magic (38-32) will host the Sacramento Kings (19-53) at the Kia Center, looking to secure a win.
In their previous encounter, the Kings triumphed over the Nets with a score of 126-122. Sacramento recorded 18 fouls compared to the Nets’ 20. The Kings shot 14 out of 33 from beyond the arc, while Brooklyn capitalized at the free-throw line, making 16 of their 20 attempts for an 80.0% conversion rate. The Nets secured 43 rebounds (14 offensive, 29 defensive) alongside 9 blocks and 24 assists, with 12 steals adding to their defensive stats. Conversely, Sacramento allowed a shooting percentage of 52.3% by the Nets, who managed 46 baskets on 88 attempts. Sacramento was productive offensively, shooting 52.4% from the field (43 of 82) and achieving 14 of 27 three-point attempts, along with converting 26 of 34 free throws (76.5%). They collected a total of 30 rebounds, with 7 coming from offensive plays.
Malik Monk made a significant impact in this matchup, shooting 47.1% from the field and generating 6 assists. He logged 30 minutes on the court and grabbed 2 rebounds while scoring 32 points on 8 out of 17 shooting attempts.
This season, Sacramento holds a record of 19-53. They average 111.0 points per game (ranked 28th in the NBA), shooting 46.6% from the field. The Kings connect on 33.9% of their three-point attempts (732 out of 2,157) and maintain a free-throw shooting percentage of 77.6%. As a team, Sacramento collects 42.2 rebounds per game and has tallied 1,841 assists this season, ranking 17th in NBA assists. They commit 14.2 turnovers and incur 19.7 personal fouls per game.
Defensively, the Kings force 14.0 turnovers per game and commit 18.4 fouls. With 2,007 assists allowed this season, they rank 28th in the NBA. The Kings’ defense permits opponents to shoot at a rate of 49.4% (3,176 of 6,435) and concede 44.5 rebounds per game. Their three-point defense allows 37.3% shooting, ranking them 28th in points allowed per game (121.0).
In their last game, the Magic narrowly lost to the Lakers 105-104. Orlando managed 40 defensive rebounds and 16 offensive rebounds, totaling 56 for the game. They turned the ball over 16 times while registering 4 steals. The Lakers committed 25 fouls, allowing the Magic to attempt 23 free throws, making 21 for a fantastic 91.3%. From beyond the arc, Orlando hit 11 out of 37 attempts (29.7%). Overall, they shot 36 out of 83 from the floor, achieving 43.4%, while conceding 39 baskets on 87 attempts to the Lakers, who shot 44.8%. The Magic also allowed the Lakers to shoot 25.0% from three-point land, hitting 8 of their 32 attempts and finished 19 out of 29 at the free-throw line (65.5%). Additionally, they permitted Los Angeles to pull down 39 total rebounds (11 offensive).
Paolo Banchero contributed to the Magic’s efforts, making 4 of 14 shots for a shooting percentage of 28.6%. He added 5 rebounds and finished with 16 points, along with 6 assists, in 36 minutes of play.
Orlando has an impressive record of 38-32 so far this season. The Magic are shooting 46.2% from the field, ranking 21st in the league. They have scored a total of 8,070 points (averaging 115.3 per game) and pulled down 43.5 rebounds per game. They provide 26.4 assists per game (15th in the league) while turning the ball over 13.7 times. Orlando also commits 20.9 personal fouls per game and enjoys an 80.2% free-throw shooting rate.
Defensively, Orlando ranks 11th in points allowed per game, giving up 114.3 points. They force 14.9 turnovers each game and allow teams to shoot 47.3% from the field (18th in the NBA). The Magic allow 35.0% shooting from three-point range and let opponents convert 77.6% of their free-throw attempts. They give up 25.0 assists and 43.8 rebounds on average, placing them 8th and 16th in those categories respectively.
Who will come out on top in tonight’s NBA game against the spread?
Prediction: Back Sacramento
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