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NBA, round 0

Thu, Jan 7 at 7:00 pm
Thu, Jan 7 at 7:00 pm (Thursday, January 7)Golden 1 CenterAll Long Beach sports
Game preview1/7 - 10:00 PM ESTPlay by play
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Bulls at Kings, Thursday 7:00 pm

The Sacramento Kings (1-11) host the Chicago Bulls (3-9) Thursday at 7:00 pm at Golden 1 Center.

ESPN's matchup predictor gives the Bulls a 59% chance to win.

The Kings have won 0 of their last 5 and come in on a 5-game losing streak. The Bulls have won 2 of their last 5 and come in on a 3-game losing streak. Season series: Series starts 1/7.

The Kings list 2 players as out or doubtful, including Maxime Raynaud (C). The Bulls list 4 players as out or doubtful, including Jalen Smith (F).

Written automatically from the game data. Every number comes straight from the game feed.

Who wins?

Make your pick before kickoff. Long Beach fans only, one vote each.

Top performers

#24
CHI · PointsNorman Powell G20.8
#3
CHI · AssistsJosh Giddey G8.8
#25
CHI · ReboundsJalen Smith F7.8
#5
SAC · PointsDarius Acuff Jr. G25.4
#5
SAC · AssistsDarius Acuff Jr. G7.2
#11
SAC · ReboundsDomantas Sabonis F13.2
BullsKings
3-9Record1-11
LLLWWLast fiveLLLLL
58.9%ESPN win chance41.1%
Season series
Series starts 1/7

Bulls injuries

  • Jalen Smith FOut, Finger
  • Nic Claxton COut, Hamstring
  • Tobe Awaka FOut, Back
  • Caleb Wilson FOut, Hand

Kings injuries

  • Maxime Raynaud COut, Knee
  • Keegan Murray FDay-To-Day, Illness
  • Precious Achiuwa FDay-To-Day, Ankle
  • Ben Simmons GOut, Achilles

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