3 THINGS TO LOOK FOR

3. One thing the Kings have going for them is the Timberwolves don't shoot a lot of threes. In fact, they shoot and make the least amount of threes of any team in the league. The three point line has been a big problem for Sacramento lately.

MATCHUP OF THE GAME

The Wolves have few threats as it is but Kevin Martin is perhaps their most dangerous. Kings fans know all too well how Martin can quietly carry a game, and given Sacramento's propensity to leave guys wide open from three lately, Martin could be in for a big night. Martin will be a tough cover for Ben, but Ben will also be a tough cover for Martin, who has never been known for his defensive work. I want to see Ben get very aggressive tonight, especially in attacking the basket.

PREGAME LIMERICK

Once upon a time, K-Mart was our star,
our single best player, by far.
It didn't work out
for our playoff drought,
or for Speedracer in his stock car.

PREDICTION

Kings 124, Timberwolves 95 after DeMarcus Cousins scores 35 points without taking a single field goal attempt.