Sacramento vs New Orleans on 10/29 by droppingdimes10k

The Pelicans are on a bad streak starting with a 1-4 and a recent loss against Atlanta. As team they have struggled both defensively and offensively, striking 29th position in the league in offensive efficiency and 19th for defensive efficiency, making them vulnerable to a team like the Kings who come fresh from a win on the road. If you add Barnes to the mix with his 26.8 ppg and 50%+ in all field goals (including 3-pointers) it makes him a decisive factor for any game.

While both teams need to up their game urgently, the Kings show superior performance on the court, especially if the Pelicans fail to stop the transitions from Sacramento. Keep in mind New Orleans has a low resistance to fast-break points, allowing 20+ per game, where the Kings rank 3rd in the league for most points per game coming from fast-breaks. Just add to the mix the high turnover the Pelicans have recorded so far and you have a sure bet in Sacramento.