Sacramento Kings (34-25) vs Chicago Bulls (28-32)
Game Info: Monday, March 4, 2024 at 10:00 pm (Golden 1 Center)
Betting Odds: Sacramento Kings -7 -- Over/Under: 229.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
The Chicago Bulls need a win after losing 5 of their last 8 games. The Sacramento Kings look for a win after splitting their last 8 games. Here’s a Chicago Bulls vs Sacramento Kings prediction.
Chicago Bulls Betting Preview
The Chicago Bulls recently beat the Cavs while losing to the Pistons and Bucks. The Chicago Bulls are averaging 111.7 points on 46.3 percent shooting and allowing 113.1 points on 47 percent shooting. DeMar DeRozan is averaging 22.7 points and 4.2 rebounds, while Coby White is averaging 19.3 points and 5.3 assists. Nikola Vucevic is the third double-digit scorer and Patrick Williams is grabbing 3.9 rebounds. The Chicago Bulls are shooting 35.6 percent from beyond the arc and 79.6 percent from the free throw line. The Chicago Bulls are allowing 36.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44 rebounds per game.
Sacramento Kings Betting Preview
The Sacramento Kings recently beat the Timberwolves while losing to the Heat and Nuggets. The Sacramento Kings are averaging 118.2 points on 48.4 percent shooting and allowing 117.9 points on 48.9 percent shooting. De’Aaron Fox is averaging 26.9 points and 4.2 rebounds, while Domantas Sabonis is averaging 19.9 points and 13.2 rebounds. Malik Monk is the third double-digit scorer and Keegan Murray is grabbing 5.3 rebounds. The Sacramento Kings are shooting 37.1 percent from beyond the arc and 72.7 percent from the free throw line. The Sacramento Kings are allowing 39.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.2 rebounds per game.
Chicago Bulls Player Facts
- Nikola Vucevic ranks 3rd in the Eastern Conference amongst qualified players for rebounds per game (10.7) this season.
- DeMar DeRozan ranks 10th in the Eastern Conference amongst qualified players for points per game (22.7) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Kings rank 1st in the league for opponent offensive rebounds per game this season (9.0).
- The Kings rank 30th in the league for opponent three-point percentage this season (39.6%).
- The Bulls rank 30th in the league for opponent three-point field goals made per game this season (14.6).
- The Bulls rank 30th in the league for opponent three-point field goals attempts per game this season (39.6).
Chicago Bulls vs Sacramento Kings prediction
I'm not excited to back the Chicago Bulls, especially on the road, but this line feels a bit too steep. The Sacramento Kings have run hot and cold all season and this is a bit of a look ahead or letdown spot, however you want to look at it. The Kings are coming off games against the Heat, Nuggets, Timberwolves and Clippers, and they have the Lakers on deck after this one. The Chicago Bulls aren't motivating anybody to wake up these days, and De’Aaron Fox is listed as questionable with a knee injury. There's probably better bets out there on Monday's NBA card, but give me the Bulls and the points if forced to pick.
Randy’s Pick Chicago Bulls +7
AUTHOR: Randy Chambers
