MATCHUP OF THE GAME

The last time these two met, Cousins and Sullinger both scored 31 points and grabbed 16 rebounds. The problem with that is for DeMarcus Cousins, that's expected, while it's not for Jared Sullinger, whose averaging 13.2 points and 8.2 rebounds. Cousins may be a little bit rusty, as he hasn't played in a game for a week and a half, but he can't let Sullinger equal or surpass his own productions. The Kings will have little chance of winning if that happens. Aside from Sullinger, the Celtics don't have much of an inside presence, so it should (key word there) be a good game for DeMarcus to get going early and often.

3 THINGS

3. Against the Warriors, the Kings had just 13 assists to 21 turnovers. Reverse those numbers and the Kings probably win that game easily. The Celtics aren't nearly as good as the Warriors but Sacramento will still need to take care of the ball and make the easy pass, not the tough one.

START FOUR

We are starting a new Start Four contest due to the popularity of the last one.  It will encompass the next four games, including this one.  Check out this FanPost for details!

PRE-GAME HAIKU

PREDICTION