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Klay Thompson, Naji Marshall, and Markelle Fultz battle for a loose ball in Dallas during a regular season Mavericks vs. Kings 2025 matchup
Mar 3, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson (31) and forward Naji Marshall (13) and Sacramento Kings guard Markelle Fultz (20) battle for the loose ball during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

How To Watch the Dallas Mavericks vs. Sacramento Kings Play-In Game 2025: Tipoff Time and Best Options for Streaming Online

By Matt Buxbaum  |  Last updated Apr 16, 2025 6:04 PM ET
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The Dallas Mavericks look to take on the Kings in Sacramento tonight in a do-or-die play-in matchup where the loser is immediately eliminated from playoff contention. The winner will move on and must play again on Friday to secure one of the two remaining 2025 NBA playoff spots.

For the Mavericks and Kings, everything is on the line tonight. 

The Sacramento Kings are a 4.5-point favorite, which doesn't bode well for the Mavericks. The Kings swept the Mavericks 3–0 during the 2025 regular season, including a 122–98 blowout win this past March.

Anthony "Made of Glass" Davis, is listed as probable with an adductor issue — how surprising....If Davis steps up tonight, perhaps, the star power forward/center can help bridge the gap? But, it's unlikely the Mavericks pull off a win.

The Mavs, without Luka Dončić (traded) and without Kyrie Irving, who's out for the rest of the season due to his torn ACL during the Kings' blowout win, don't have the firepower to keep this Mavs vs. Kings play-in game close. 

Predictions, odds, and spread for Dallas Mavericks vs. Sacramento Kings

Key Line Dallas Mavericks  Sacramento Kings 
Point Spread +4.5 -4.5
Moneyline +160 -192
Over/Under 213.5 (O/U)

When is the Dallas Mavericks vs. Sacramento Kings play-in game?

Wednesday, April 16, 2025

  • Matchup: Dallas Mavericks vs. Sacramento Kings
  • Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2025
  • Time: 7:00 PM (PST), 8:00 PM (MST), 10:00 PM (EST)
  • TV Channels: ESPN
  • Livestreaming Platforms: Hulu + Live TV, DIRECTV, Fubo, Sling TV
  • Location: Sacramento, CA
  • Stadium: Golden 1 Center

How can I watch the Dallas Mavericks vs. Sacramento Kings Play-In Matchup?

To watch the Dallas Mavericks vs. Sacramento Kings NBA SoFi Play-In game, you'll need access to ESPN. 

Dallas Mavericks vs. Sacramento Kings Stats: Quick side-by-side comparison and what you need to know for tonight

The Sacramento Kings appear to have a slight statistical edge in this SoFi 2025 Play-In Tournament matchup, leading in points per game (115.7 vs 114.2), rebounds (44.2 vs 43.0), and free throw percentage (80.6% vs 77.0%).

But the stat line omits the Mavericks roster chaos: Anthony Davis might play tonight if he doesn't injure himself walking up a flight of stairs, Luka got traded, and Kyrie is out due to his blown ACL. 

What do the Mavericks have? Not much.

Key Stat  Dallas Mavericks   Sacramento Kings 
PPG 114.2 115.7
REB 43.0 44.2
FG % 47.9% 47.8%
FT % 77.0% 80.6%
3-Point % 36.4% 35.7%

Who is winning the Dallas Mavericks vs. Sacramento Kings matchup?

The Sacramento Kings are sending the Mavs back to Texas. The Kings are playing at home as a 4.5-point favorite, and the Mavericks' lineup looks like a ‘Guess Who?’ board — all the stars flipped down with the Mavs' best players traded, injured, or MIA.