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

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It is Chicago Bulls (31-51) against San Antonio Spurs (62-20) at Frost Bank Center on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Spurs are priced by 17.5, with the total at 246.5. The live issue here is whether the underdog can stay attached deep into the second half.
Spurs have been the steadier team lately at 5-0 over the last five, compared with Bulls at 1-4. The rest of this preview breaks down the spread, total, matchup details, injuries, and props so the betting angle stays tied to the likely game script, and if you are comparing books before locking anything in, 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.
Bulls at Spurs Situational Preview: Rest, Travel, Schedule
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 games-in-7 row comes back even at 0 vs 0, making it a smaller push on its own. 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. With both sides even on last-7 miles (0 vs 0), the weekly travel picture stays flat.
| 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 | 0 | 0 |
| Time zone changes | 0 | 0 |
| Miles travelled last 7 days | 0 | 0 |
| Schedule strength | 44.9 | 62.8 |
| Remaining schedule strength | — | — |
| 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
Use the last meeting as a quick check: Bulls took 122-116, a 6 margin. The series summary below adds wider context for how often that pattern shows up.
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Last meeting score | 122-116 |
| Last meeting winner | Bulls |
| Last meeting margin | 6 |
| Side | Meetings | Wins | Losses | Average margin | Total points | ATS record | Over/Under record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Away | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1.2 | 241.2 | 1-0-0 | 1-0-0 |
| Home | 2 | 1 | 1 | -1.2 | 241.2 | 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 | 3 | 1 |
| Players Questionable | 0 | 0 |
| Injured Minutes Per Game | 42.1 | 6.2 |
| Injured Points Per Game | 19.9 | 2.9 |
Season Profile Comparison: Chicago Bulls vs San Antonio Spurs
This breakdown splits the season profile into four sections so the edges are easier to read. When the key stats in a category point the same way, that’s the cleaner lean; when they split, the game usually turns on which lever shows up more often.
Record & Scoring
Record and margin both favor San Antonio Spurs (80 win% and 8.3 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) | 31-51 | 62-20 |
| Win Percentage | 31.7 | 80 |
| Points For | 116.3 | 119.8 |
| Points Against | 121.5 | 111.5 |
| Points Margin | -5.2 | 8.3 |
Efficiency
The two drivers point opposite ways—Chicago Bulls on shooting efficiency (111.5), San Antonio Spurs on field goal efficiency (55.9). If Chicago Bulls keeps finishing possessions with points, the split matters less; if not, the field-goal efficiency edge can control the middle quarters.
| Metric | Chicago Bulls | San Antonio Spurs |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goal % | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Three-Point % | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Shooting Efficiency | 111.5 | 110.4 |
| Field Goal Efficiency | 54.7 | 55.9 |
| Free Throw Rate | 0.2 | 0.3 |
| Three-Point Rate | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Free Throw % | 0.8 | 0.8 |
Tempo, Ratings & Turnovers
In this category, San Antonio Spurs has the clean edge on the two drivers—net rating (8.1) and fewer turnovers (12.6). If the game is tight, that often shows up as fewer self-inflicted empty trips late.
| Metric | Chicago Bulls | San Antonio Spurs |
|---|---|---|
| Pace | 105 | 102.5 |
| Net Rating | -4.6 | 8.1 |
| Offensive Rating | 110.5 | 116.6 |
| Defensive Rating | 115.1 | 108.5 |
| Turnovers Per Game | 14.6 | 12.6 |
Rebounding, Ball Movement & Disruption
San Antonio Spurs leads offensive rebounds (0.3), while Chicago Bulls leads steals (7.6), which sets up a “second chances vs takeaways” battle. If the ball is protected, rebounding tends to matter more; if not, steals often decide the runs.
| Metric | Chicago Bulls | San Antonio Spurs |
|---|---|---|
| Rebounds Per Game | 45 | 47 |
| Offensive Rebounds | 0.2 | 0.3 |
| Defensive Rebounds | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Assists Per Game | 28.5 | 28.1 |
| Assist Rate | 67.2 | 64.6 |
| Steals Per Game | 7.6 | 7.5 |
| Blocks Per Game | 5 | 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.