Chicago Bulls at Sacramento Kings ATS Prediction 12/02/19

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A five-game home winning streak is on the line for the Sacramento Kings (8-10), who will be 5-point favorites when they welcome the Chicago Bulls (6-14) to Golden 1 Center. The game’s Over/Under (O/U) has been set at 210 points and it can be seen on NBATV at 10 p.m. ET on Monday, December 2, 2019.

Chicago Bulls vs. Sacramento Kings Betting Odds

In their last outing, the Kings (4-point underdogs) covered in a 100-97 victory over the Denver Nuggets. The Bulls were defeated by the Portland Trail Blazers, 107-103, but did cover as 7-point underdogs. The Sacramento game finished 8 points under the projected point total of 205, while the Chicago game finished 17 points under the projected point total of 227.

Sacramento dominated nearly every stat category in the game. They had an offensive rebounding percentage of 25.0 (above their season average of 22.8) and a turnover percentage of 11.7 (better than their season average of 14.0). Denver recorded marks of 19.6 and 14.3, respectively, for those same stats. Chicago, on the other hand, had a better turnover percentage (9.5 vs. 11.9). Sacramento was led by Harrison Barnes, who finished with 30 points and five rebounds. Zach LaVine played a key role for Chicago with 28 points, six rebounds and five assists.

The Kings dominated this series last year, taking both games. In the most recent contest, Sacramento won 129-102. The Kings’ turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over the Bulls. Sacramento had a rate of 8.3, while Chicago posted a mark of 16.3. This is the first time these teams will clash this year.

Of the Bulls’ 20 games, 11 have finished under the total. Chicago comes into the contest with records of 6-14 straight up (SU) and 8-12 against the spread (ATS).

Kings games also have typically gone under the total (72.2 percent). Additionally, Sacramento is 8-10 SU and 12-6 ATS.

The Bulls’ LaVine has been playing well over his last five games, averaging 25 points,3.2 assists,1.6 steals per game. Meanwhile, Buddy Hield has averaged 22 points,4.0 assists during that same time frame for the Kings.

This could end up being an error-filled game for the Sacramento offense. Sacramento ranks 26th in the league in ball protection (turnover percentage of 15.2 percent), while the pesky defense of Chicago forces the most turnovers in the NBA (17.3 percent).

Chicago Bulls at Sacramento Kings Odds Pick

Free NBA Pick: SU Winner – Kings, ATS Winner – Bulls, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • The Kings average 34.8 three pointers per game, which ranks 11th in the league. The Bulls rank 13th in three pointers allowed per game (33.2).
  • Chicago ranks first in steals per game (9.8) while Sacramento ranks 26th in steals allowed per game (8.6).
  • The Bulls rank first in points off turnovers per game (21.9) while the Kings rank 20th (16.8).
  • Chicago ranks 12th in points in the paint per game (47.7) while Sacramento ranks 29th (40.9).
  • Sacramento ranks 14th in blocks allowed per game (4.7) while Chicago ranks 27th (7.0).
  • The Kings rank fourth in rebounds allowed per game (42.6) while the Bulls rank 29th (49.1).
  • The Bulls rank fourth in second chance points per game (14.9) while the Kings rank 19th (12.6).
  • Sacramento ranks first in fast break points allowed per game (10.6) while Chicago ranks 22nd (14.2).
  • Sacramento is 4-2 when they allow less than 100 points, while Chicago is 2-0.
  • When reaching the century mark, the Bulls are 6-8 and the Kings are 8-4.
  • Chicago is 4-6 ATS on the road, while Sacramento is 5-3 ATS at home.
  • In 10 road games, the Bulls have 6 unders and 4 overs.
  • The Kings have 5 unders and 3 overs in 8 home games.

Bettings Trends:

  • The Kings are 4-1 ATS over their last five games, while the Bulls are 1-4.
  • In their last five games, Sacramento has 5 unders, while Chicago has 3 unders and 2 overs.
  • The Kings’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 3.2, down from 3.3 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Bulls have scored an average of 102.2 points per game (3.9 below their season average) and allowed an average of 111.8 points per game (1.5 above their season average).