The Sacramento Kings welcome the Chicago Bulls to the Golden 1 Center in what shapes up as a classic clash between two teams heading in opposite directions - the Kings riding high after their explosive win over Memphis while the Bulls try to build on their recent victory against Utah.
De'Aaron Fox and company's high-octane offense, averaging 116.5 points per game, will test Chicago's vulnerable defense that's giving up nearly 120 points per contest, though Coby White's recent hot streak gives the Bulls a puncher's chance.
The Sacramento Kings (34-33) host the Chicago Bulls (29-39) in what promises to be an up-tempo showdown between Malik Monk's sixth-man heroics and Chicago's perimeter shooting prowess.
Sacramento Kings vs. Chicago Bulls prediction: who will win?
For tonight's Sacramento Kings vs Chicago Bulls matchup, our predictive model gives the Kings a 67.5% chance of defeating the Bulls.
Pre-game probabilities
Sacramento Kings
Moneyline
Win %
67.5%
32.5%
Chicago Bulls
Sacramento Kings: 67.5% win probability
- Higher offensive efficiency (7807 goals scored in 67 games vs Bulls' 7922 in 68 games)
- Better conference position (9th in West vs Bulls' 9th in weaker East)
- Superior point differential (-61 vs Bulls' -222)
Chicago Bulls: 32.5% win probability
- Poor road performance (29-39 overall record indicates struggling away form)
- Defensive vulnerabilities (8144 goals against, among bottom third in East)
- Inconsistent scoring (116.5 points per game, below league average)
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Sacramento Kings vs. Chicago Bulls preview
The Sacramento Kings are set to host the Chicago Bulls at the Golden 1 Center in what's shaping up to be an intriguing cross-conference clash.
The Kings' offense has been clicking lately, with Malik Monk's explosive 28-point performance against Memphis showcasing their firepower, while the Bulls have found their rhythm behind Coby White's steady hand at the helm.
Chicago's defense has been their Achilles' heel this season, sitting 28th in points allowed, which could spell trouble against a Kings team shooting a solid 47.8% from the field.
Both teams have been putting up identical numbers on offense, averaging 116.5 points per game, but Sacramento's superior field goal percentage might give them the edge in this matchup.
The Bulls' perimeter defense could be the deciding factor, as they've held opponents to a respectable 34.1% from beyond the arc, while the Kings have shown they're not afraid to let it fly from deep.
Keep an eye on the battle of the sixth men, with Monk's recent hot streak for Sacramento going up against White, who's been lighting it up for Chicago with performances like his recent 26-point outburst against Utah.
The Kings' home court advantage at the Golden 1 Center, combined with their more efficient shooting, makes them the team to beat in this one, though Chicago's knack for forcing turnovers could make this more interesting than the records suggest.
Sacramento Kings vs. Chicago Bulls form
Sacramento Kings vs. Chicago Bulls head to head
Sacramento Kings
83%
Chicago Bulls
17%
Jan 12, 2025
Chicago Bulls
119 : 124
Sacramento Kings
Mar 5, 2024
Sacramento Kings
109 : 113
Chicago Bulls
Feb 4, 2024
Chicago Bulls
115 : 123
Sacramento Kings
Jul 12, 2023
Sacramento Kings
99 : 107
Chicago Bulls
Mar 16, 2023
Chicago Bulls
114 : 117
Sacramento Kings
Dec 4, 2022
Sacramento Kings
110 : 101
Chicago Bulls
