PREVIEW: The Chicago Bulls arrive in Salt Lake City seeking to halt a four-game losing streak, while the Utah Jazz aim to reach respectability after falling to 4-8. Chicago's defense excels at limiting three-point attempts—opponents shoot just 36.8% of their shots from deep, the second-best mark in the league—but this strength masks a critical vulnerability as the Bulls rank dead last in limiting rim attacks, with 40% of opponent shots coming at the basket. Utah counters with solid interior defense, ranking fourth in shots allowed near the rim, yet their perimeter defense crumbles with opponents launching 46.7% of their attempts from beyond the arc while converting at elite efficiency. Lauri Markkanen has been the Jazz's steadying force, exploding for 40 points on 60% shooting in their last outing, though 24 turnovers ultimately cost them the game. The Bulls rank 28th in forcing turnovers, presenting Utah with a chance to clean up their sloppy ball-handling if they can avoid live-ball miscues that lead to transition opportunities. Chicago plays at the fifth-quickest pace in basketball and ranks second in transition frequency while generating the third-best efficiency on the break, making ball security absolutely critical for the Jazz. Utah's offensive spacing ranks bottom-five in the league, a significant constraint when facing a Bulls defense that allows ample room at the rim but protects the perimeter effectively. The Bulls enter as 4.5-point favorites with the total set at 243 points.