Spurs vs Kings Prediction 17 October 2026

Last season’s finalists are back on home court, and that should give their offense an extra spark. The team is gradually finding its rhythm, and their shooting touch is returning as well. That was evident in the recent clash with Phoenix, where they cruised to a 123-103 victory, knocking down over 37% of their shots from beyond the arc. With Victor Wembanyama anchoring things in the paint, San Antonio should also be rock-solid under the basket.

Preseason action has shown that the Spurs are capable of playing solid defense, but there have been lapses. They fell short against Atlanta (116-123) and Utah (109-119), both teams that like to push the tempo. Fast-paced opponents have exposed some vulnerabilities, and it’s likely San Antonio will have defensive issues again in this matchup. After all, it’s still early in the campaign, and reaching peak defensive form isn’t necessarily a priority just yet.

The visitors have lost all four of their preseason games, which comes as no surprise given Sacramento’s ongoing struggles. Still, the Kings’ roster isn’t entirely hopeless-there are capable scorers on the team, along with several promising young talents who could develop in the future. Historically, Sacramento tend to favor an up-tempo style, but their efficiency often lets them down. Their best bet may be to rely on sheer volume of attempts.

Defensively, it’s hard to expect much from Sacramento. They recently suffered a 98-110 defeat to Portland and have endured even heavier losses, such as the 103-127 blowout against the Lakers. With their preference for a high pace, Sacramento could easily concede plenty - but they also have the potential to put up a respectable point total themselves.