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NBA, round 0

AwayLos Angeles Lakers
Sat, Jan 2 at 3:00 pm
HomeChicago Bulls
Sat, Jan 2 at 3:00 pm (Saturday, January 2)United CenterAll Honolulu sports
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Game preview1/2 - 8:00 PM ESTSpectrum Sports Net · Spectrum Sports Net +Play by play
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Lakers at Bulls, Saturday 3:00 pm

The Chicago Bulls (3-9) host the Los Angeles Lakers (11-2) Saturday at 3:00 pm at United Center, on Spectrum Sports Net and Spectrum Sports Net +.

ESPN's matchup predictor gives the Lakers a 74% chance to win.

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

The Bulls list 4 players as out or doubtful, including Jalen Smith (F). The Lakers list 1 player as out or doubtful, including Austin Reaves (G).

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

Who wins?

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

Top performers

#77
LAL · PointsLuka Doncic G38.6
#77
LAL · AssistsLuka Doncic G7.6
#14
LAL · ReboundsWalker Kessler C10.8
#24
CHI · PointsNorman Powell G20.8
#3
CHI · AssistsJosh Giddey G8.8
#25
CHI · ReboundsJalen Smith F7.8
LakersBulls
11-2Record3-9
WWWWWLast fiveLLLWW
74.2%ESPN win chance25.8%
Season series
Series starts 1/2

Lakers injuries

  • Adou Thiero FDay-To-Day, Ankle
  • Collin Sexton GDay-To-Day, Head
  • Austin Reaves GOut, Heel

Bulls injuries

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

Where to watch

Channels showing this game.

Spectrum Sports NetUnited States
Spectrum Sports Net +United States

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