3 THINGS TO LOOK FOR

MATCHUP OF THE GAME

Greg Monroe vs. Jason Thompson

The Pistons don't have a reliable go-to guy, which is why Josh Smith takes as many shots as he does, but Greg Monroe is a very effective post player. He's got great size, great hands and opens things up for other players. Jason Thompson has been very effective guarding opposing bigs, and slowing down Monroe will likely be his duty tonight. Monroe isn't known for his defensive skills so Jason could look to get some offense going tonight. Personally, with Cousins out, I wouldn't mind the Kings using Thompson in the low post a lot more than they have been.

PREGAME LIMERICK

Stan Van Gundy went to Kinko's
when he realized the Maloofs were zeroes.
Was probably a good bet,
but we don't forget,
and this game we'll make our free throws.

PREDICTION

Kings 101.4, Detroit 93.3 because that's each team's season averages and I'm hedging my bets.