Chicago Bulls vs Sacramento Kings, NBA 2025-26 Season, Today Match Prediction

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Chicago Bulls

They Bulls are 1st in the Central Division and 1st in the Eastern Conference. The Bulls hold a 3–0 record in the 2025–26 NBA season. In their last game against the Hawks, the Bulls won by 5 points (128–123). Ayo Dosunmu scored 21 points, while Josh Giddey contributed 18 points and 13 rebounds. 

Nikola Vučević added 17 points and 17 rebounds as Chicago rallied from an early 13-point deficit to improve to 3–0 — their best start in four years. Eight Chicago players, including all five starters, scored in double figures. Matas Buzelis had 16 points, and Tre Jones added 14 points along with nine assists. 

For the upcoming matchup against the Sacramento Kings, the Bulls are expected to emphasize perimeter shooting and pace control to challenge the Kings’ interior defense. Offensively, Josh Giddey will be key in leading fast breaks and creating three-point opportunities. 

Defensively, the Bulls will focus on disrupting Zach LaVine’s drives and limiting second-chance points from Domantas Sabonis. Containing the Kings’ potent pick-and-roll game will also be a top priority. The Bulls average 117.7 points per game, shooting 48.1% from the field (10th in the league) and 37% from beyond the arc (12th). They average 49 rebounds per game, ranking 8th in the league.

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Sacramento Kings

The Kings are 4th in the Pacific Division and 11th in the Western Conference. Their record in the 2025–26 NBA season stands at 1–2. In their last game against the Lakers, the Kings lost by 7 points (120–127). Zach LaVine scored 32 points to lead six players in double figures for Sacramento. 

DeMar DeRozan added 21 points, Domantas Sabonis contributed 10 points and 14 rebounds, and Dennis Schröder recorded 18 points and 12 assists. Even without their top two scoring options, the Lakers started strong, taking a 10-point lead in the first quarter. The Kings responded with seven three-pointers in the second quarter — three from Russell Westbrook — to tie the game at halftime.

For the upcoming matchup against the Chicago Bulls, the Kings are expected to emphasize perimeter scoring and pace control to challenge the Bulls’ interior defense. Defensively, they will need to focus on disrupting the Bulls’ pick-and-roll plays and containing Josh Giddey’s drives to the basket. 

Offensively, Zach LaVine will be key in pushing the tempo and creating scoring opportunities, while their three-point shooters will look to spread the floor and capitalize on open looks against Chicago’s interior-focused defense. The Kings average 113.7 points per game, shooting 47.5% from the field (13th in the league) and 41.4% from beyond the arc (3rd). They average 36.7 rebounds per game, ranking 30th in the league.

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Chicago Bulls vs Sacramento Kings Match Prediction & Analysis

Chicago will be at home looking to set a strong tone, while Sacramento comes in on the road seeking early momentum. The Bulls have been solid recently in their home environment — in their last five head-to-head games against the Kings at home, they have averaged about 119.2 points per game while allowing approximately 115.2. Their home-court presence gives them a slight edge in comfort and rhythm.

The Kings, on the other hand, have shown inconsistency on the road. Over their recent away games, they have averaged around 109.8 points per game while allowing opponents to score about 115.2. They have the talent, but executing effectively on the road. 

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