Chicago Bulls @ San Antonio Spurs Picks and Predictions - March 30th 2026

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Chicago Bulls (29-45) at San Antonio Spurs (56-18) is scheduled for for Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 12:00 AM CT. Spurs open as 17.5-point favourites, while the total checks in at 246.5. A slower game helps the dog. A fast one usually helps the favourite.
Recent form leans toward Spurs, who are 5-0 in their last five games. The rest of the article keeps the focus on what matters to bettors: the side, the total, and the game details that can move either one, and if you are still choosing where to bet, our top NBA betting sites guide can help you sort through the best options.
Latest NBA odds for Chicago Bulls at San Antonio Spurs
When the away team is home-tilting, small samples still matter, and Chicago Bulls brings simple inputs: last-five ATS: 3-2-0 plus extra context in average margin: -36. If you are comparing multiple markets, Bulls odds offers a simple entry point that updates near tip.
If you are prioritizing what travels to the matchup, San Antonio Spurs gives a direct home baseline with last-five ATS: 3-2-0 and a game-specific tie-in from last-five over-under: 2-3-0. When the market posts late, Spurs odds is the direct route to stay on the current numbers.
CHI at SAS Rest & Travel Report: Schedule Factors
Days since last game is flat (2 vs 2), so the call leans on travel tax and schedule density. San Antonio Spurs faced the tougher opponent last time out (39.2 vs 33.8), which can move the threshold for judging the last game.
The last-7 count is higher for Chicago Bulls (3 vs 2), and that load can matter endgame when the margins tighten. San Antonio Spurs has logged more immediate travel since the last game (1106.5 vs 628.6), and that drag often shows as a slow start or thin third quarter. San Antonio Spurs has the higher weekly miles total (2841.71 vs 2323.78), and that overall travel can matter more if rest is shorter.
| Metric | Chicago Bulls | San Antonio Spurs |
|---|---|---|
| Days since last game | 2 | 2 |
| Rest advantage vs opponent | 0 | 0 |
| Travel miles since last game | 628.6 | 1106.5 |
| Games in last 7 days | 3 | 2 |
| Time zone changes | 1 | 0 |
| Miles travelled last 7 days | 2323.78 | 2841.71 |
| Schedule strength | 44.9 | 62.8 |
| Remaining schedule strength | 41.7 | 50 |
| Previous opponent strength (win %) | 33.8 | 39.2 |
| Next opponent strength (win %) | 75.7 | 39.2 |
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ATS win% sits at 50% for Chicago Bulls and 60% for San Antonio Spurs. Over % sits at 50% for Chicago Bulls and 40% for San Antonio Spurs. If this becomes a two-possession game late, the spread side can matter more than the scoring lane.
| Metric | Chicago Bulls | San Antonio Spurs |
|---|---|---|
| ATS W-L-P | 35-39-0 | 41-31-2 |
| ATS Win % | 50% | 60% |
| Home ATS Wins | 20 | 18 |
| Away ATS Wins | 15 | 23 |
| ATS as Favorite | 8-19-0 | 29-26-2 |
| ATS as Underdog | 27-20-0 | 12-5-0 |
| Over Wins | 36 | 31 |
| Under Wins | 38 | 43 |
| Over % | 50% | 40% |
Bulls at Spurs Head-to-Head History
The last time these teams met, the basic snapshot was Bulls edging 114-95 with a 19 gap. The table below puts that outcome in the larger series context.
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Last meeting score | 114-95 |
| Last meeting winner | Bulls |
| Last meeting margin | 19 |
| Side | Meetings | Wins | Losses | Average margin | Total points | ATS record | Over/Under record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Away | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0.4 | 234.4 | 1-0-0 | 1-0-0 |
| Home | 1 | 0 | 1 | -0.4 | 234.4 | 0-1-0 | 1-0-0 |
Bulls at Spurs Injury Context and Status Check
When availability questions touch both sides, the rotation math changes possession to possession, and closing decisions can come down to who can handle their normal load. I trust the team with stable roles, because the chain reaction is real when multiple minutes buckets are missing. For a broader postseason snapshot, see NBA Finals betting odds.
| Metric | Chicago Bulls | San Antonio Spurs |
|---|---|---|
| Players Out | 5 | 1 |
| Players Questionable | 0 | 0 |
| Injured Minutes Per Game | 92.7 | 6.2 |
| Injured Points Per Game | 44.4 | 2.9 |
Season Profile Comparison: Chicago Bulls vs San Antonio Spurs
This is a season snapshot, organized into four categories so you can see the main levers quickly. In close matchups, the deciding swing often shows up where one team wins both of the key stats in a section.
Record & Scoring
Record and margin both favor San Antonio Spurs (80 win% and 8.1 margin), which tends to show up as steadier quarters over time. The cleanest counter for Chicago Bulls is forcing volatility—more possessions, more threes, and fewer “quiet” stretches where San Antonio Spurs can build separation.
| Metric | Chicago Bulls | San Antonio Spurs |
|---|---|---|
| Record (W-L) | 29-45 | 56-18 |
| Win Percentage | 30.6 | 80 |
| Points For | 116.4 | 119.4 |
| Points Against | 121 | 111.2 |
| Points Margin | -4.6 | 8.1 |
Efficiency
Chicago Bulls leads shooting efficiency (111.9), but San Antonio Spurs leads field goal efficiency (55.8), so this category is a trade. The deciding question is whether the game rewards the broader scoring efficiency or the cleaner field-goal outcomes over 48 minutes.
| Metric | Chicago Bulls | San Antonio Spurs |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goal % | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Three-Point % | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Shooting Efficiency | 111.9 | 110.4 |
| Field Goal Efficiency | 55 | 55.8 |
| Free Throw Rate | 0.2 | 0.3 |
| Three-Point Rate | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Free Throw % | 0.8 | 0.8 |
Tempo, Ratings & Turnovers
San Antonio Spurs owns the better net rating (8.1) and the cleaner turnover profile (12.8), which is a strong “structure” advantage. If Chicago Bulls can’t create extra possessions through pressure, the rating edge is more likely to hold.
| Metric | Chicago Bulls | San Antonio Spurs |
|---|---|---|
| Pace | 104.7 | 102.6 |
| Net Rating | -3.8 | 8.1 |
| Offensive Rating | 111 | 116.3 |
| Defensive Rating | 114.8 | 108.2 |
| Turnovers Per Game | 14.5 | 12.8 |
Rebounding, Ball Movement & Disruption
San Antonio Spurs leads the two extra-possession drivers: offensive rebounds (0.3 vs 0.2) and steals (7.6 vs 7.5). If that shows up, San Antonio Spurs can win the attempt count even without a major shooting edge.
| Metric | Chicago Bulls | San Antonio Spurs |
|---|---|---|
| Rebounds Per Game | 45.2 | 46.9 |
| Offensive Rebounds | 0.2 | 0.3 |
| Defensive Rebounds | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Assists Per Game | 28.7 | 27.9 |
| Assist Rate | 67.7 | 64.6 |
| Steals Per Game | 7.5 | 7.6 |
| Blocks Per Game | 5.1 | 5.5 |
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- Game script (pace): When Chicago Bulls manages to speed the tempo, San Antonio Spurs needs to control the game and turn it into a half-court matchup. That first pace read often mirrors the total.
- Efficiency edge (side): The bigger sample points toward San Antonio Spurs as long as the possession game stays safer and rebounds are secured. Those bonus looks can flip it.
- Late filters (availability + market): Run the closing check on who is available, because small rotation shifts can alter who closes and how the final minutes look. If the market moves, treat it as a nudge to re-verify news rather than jamming a lean.