Tre Jones has become a key member of the Bulls starting lineup. Not only has he started eight straight games, but he averaged 33 minutes during that span. With him playing so much, he combined for at least 10 rebounds and assists in six of those eight games. In the two that he didn’t, he just missed with nine and eight combined. Lonzo Ball (wrist) is still out, so Jones should play a lot again Thursday.

With Zach LaVine (personal) out Wednesday, DeMar DeRozan scored 27 points against the Cavaliers. It’s unclear yet if LaVine will play Thursday. If he doesn’t, DeRozan should receive a ton of shot attempts and have a great opportunity to reach this over. Even if LaVine does play, this is still a favorable spot for DeRozan to score at least 24 points. The Bulls have played at the third-fastest pace and they have the seventh-worst defensive rating in the league. Also, Domantas Sabonis is still out.

Coby White has registered at least four assists in five straight games, and Thursday's matchup sets up well. We have two fast-paced teams, the highest total of the night at 234, and Sacramento gives up the 10th-most assists (27.0 per game). White is averaging 35.9 minutes this month. I know it's juicy, but I bet White to continue if not increase his recent assist production.

The Bulls have been an over team in second half of back to backs and they have been around this number for the most part in the back end of those games. The Kings' defense is a total mess right now with Sabonis and they entered Wed allowing 122+ in 4 straight games and have allowed 116+ in 5 of their last 7 and produced 111 in one of those games. Over their past 12 games entering Wednesday, the Bulls were averaging 119/G. They have been going over this total with regularity and playing solid ball.