Memphis at Sacramento

Sacramento has not seen the playoffs for over a decade and it is likely that streak will extend by another season this year. The Kings have some decent young talent but are clearly over-matched on most nights. Memphis lost 60 games last season, but have opened at 2-1 and started their West Coast swing with an eye-opening win in Utah. The Kings suffered a 14-point loss in Denver last night, and after a high-altitude game, they have to fly home and play the next night. Veterans Gasol and Mike Conley are playing well, and after missing much of last season, Conley has provided the leadership that was missing a year ago. Take Memphis.