The Sacramento Kings are set to face the Boston Celtics in a new season showdown. Recent data reveals the Kings' shooting performance has been somewhat inconsistent, with a field goal percentage of 45.1% over the last 10 games, and a three-point percentage as low as 33.2%. The team averages 44.2 rebounds, indicating a strong presence inside. However, they average only 24.6 assists, suggesting room for improvement in passing coordination. Defensively, the Kings average 9.5 steals, which is a key threat. However, their 15.5 turnovers are a challenge to their tactical execution. The Boston Celtics demonstrate a more robust overall performance, with a superior field goal percentage of 48.1%. Their three-point percentage is also higher, at 37.1%. The Celtics average 43.2 rebounds, indicating a need for improvement compared to the Kings. Their assists are slightly lower at 22.7, but they still show good teamwork and organisational abilities. Furthermore, the Celtics average 8.1 steals, fewer than the Kings, which may be a defensive weakness. They average 12.5 turnovers per game in their last 10 matches, a statistic that warrants attention. The significant differences in technical statistics between the two teams suggest that this match will be a contest of offense and defense. NBA 01-02 11:00 Sacramento Kings -- Boston Celtics Match Direction: 227.5, Over