The Sacramento Kings suffered a heavy 131-90 defeat against the Los Angeles Clippers in their last outing, struggling particularly in the first half. Key players such as Keegan Murray (12 points, 12 rebounds, 2 blocks) and Chris Duarte (18 points) showed glimpses of potential, but the team overall lacked spark. The absence of De'Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis due to injury further compounded their woes. The Kings are facing challenges in the trade market, with potential departures not attracting much interest. The Boston Celtics, on the other hand, recently secured a comeback victory, defeating the Utah Jazz 129-119. They have a strong record of five wins and one loss in their last six regular season games. Though their three-point shooting was slightly off, the Celtics still managed to perform well. Jaylen Brown led the team with 23 points, 6 rebounds, and 10 assists, while Derrick White contributed 27 points and 7 blocks. The absence of Robert Williams continues. The Celtics' road form has been impressive, boasting 11 wins and 4 losses in their last 15 away games. The Kings are on a losing streak, and their players' performances haven't helped their trade value. The Kings have struggled at home recently, with a 2-5 record in their last seven home games. The Celtics hold a significant head-to-head advantage over the Kings, with a record of 7 wins and 1 loss in their last eight meetings. The Celtics are favored in this matchup.