Heat -8.5 is a bet on Miami scoring its way clear of Sacramento. The Kings have allowed 123.3 points per game through 9 games, 29th in the NBA.
Miami has averaged 116.0 points and 29.2 assists through 9 games, ranking second in assists. Giannis Antetokounmpo averages 27.3 points and is projected to start tonight.
Sacramento has averaged 109.2 points per game through 9 games, 24th in the NBA. The Kings have lost their last two home games by 13 and 15 points.