The Bulls have lost five straight, seven of eight and will finish this three-game road trip winless if it falls ti Phoenix on Monday night. The Suns have been playing better of late and are coming off a miracle win with a bizarre ending against the Hornets. Still, it makes sense to take points against this 17-win on the rare occasion they are available, and this is one such instance with what should be a motivated Chicago club.

The Bulls got blown out by the Kings on Sunday, but they're taking a step down in competition Monday at Phoenix. In my simulations, the Bulls are winning outright.