Chicago Bulls vs San Antonio Spurs Preview – December 5

The San Antonio Spurs will host the Chicago Bulls on Thursday night at Frost Bank Center in a matchup of two teams looking for consistency. The Spurs aim to recover after a tough shooting night against Phoenix, while the Bulls hope to build on their dominant win over Brooklyn.
San Antonio holds the 10th spot in the Western Conference with an 11-10 record, while Chicago sits 9th in the East at 9-13. Both teams will look to establish some momentum heading into the second quarter of the season.
Chicago Bulls
The Bulls snapped a two-game skid with a convincing 128-102 win over the Brooklyn Nets. Josh Giddey recorded his first triple-double of the season, finishing with 20 points, 13 rebounds, and 11 assists. Nikola Vucevic added a double-double with 21 points and 10 rebounds, and rookie Matas Buzelis impressed with a career-high 20 points off the bench.
Chicago excelled on both ends of the court, shooting 52.2% from the field and dominating in the paint with 62 points. Their defense held Brooklyn to 38.6% shooting, and the team controlled the boards with a 54-41 rebounding advantage. Giddey’s playmaking has been a bright spot, and his ability to set the tempo will be crucial against the Spurs.
San Antonio Spurs
San Antonio fell 104-93 to the Phoenix Suns on Monday, eliminated from NBA Cup contention. Despite the loss, Victor Wembanyama posted a double-double with 15 points and 13 rebounds, while Devin Vassell scored a team-high 25 points off the bench.
The Spurs struggled offensively, shooting just 35% from the field and 18.2% from three-point range. Defensive effort kept the game close, but turnovers and missed opportunities proved costly. San Antonio will need a much-improved performance to contain Chicago’s balanced attack and dynamic guard play.
Pick and Prediction
Chicago comes into this matchup with momentum and a more consistent offense, while San Antonio will rely on its young stars, including Victor Wembanyama, to stay competitive. The Bulls’ recent success in transition and their ability to dominate the paint gives them a significant edge in this game.
Trends support Chicago’s chances, as they have covered the spread in 48 of their last 71 games and excelled in the second quarter, hitting the over in 42 of their last 68 games. San Antonio, despite strong third-quarter performances, has struggled to close games against quality opponents. Their shooting inefficiencies, as seen against Phoenix, could be a decisive factor.
Expect the Bulls to control the pace and capitalize on their size advantage inside. San Antonio’s defense may keep it close, but Chicago’s offensive depth should lead to a road victory.
- Prediction: Chicago Bulls 115, San Antonio Spurs 107