Suns Host Struggling Bulls in Phoenix PHOENIX (Interstat) — The Phoenix Suns look to solidify their playoff positioning when they host the struggling Chicago Bulls on Thursday night at Mortgage Matchup Center. The Suns (34-26) enter having won two of their last three, most recently a 113-110 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Feb. 26. Phoenix currently sits in the middle of the Western Conference playoff picture. Chicago (25-36), 11th in the East, snapped a five-game losing streak with a dominant 120-97 win over Milwaukee on Sunday. Prior to that, the Bulls had lost eight of their last nine games. A key matchup will feature two guards on recent hot streaks. Phoenix’s Grayson Allen is averaging 22.5 points over his last four games, including a 28-point, 6-assist performance against the Lakers. For Chicago, Josh Giddey is coming off a triple-double (20 points, 14 rebounds, 10 assists) in the win over Milwaukee, showcasing his all-around playmaking ability. The Suns have been inconsistent at home lately, alternating wins and losses over their last six games in Phoenix. They will need to contain a Bulls offense that found its rhythm Sunday, led by Giddey, Matas Buzelis (20 points) and Collin Sexton (22 points). This game opens a challenging four-game road trip for the Bulls, who will continue on to Sacramento, Golden State and both Los Angeles teams. Phoenix begins a softer stretch, with five of its next six games at home following Thursday’s contest. The teams last met in January, with Phoenix securing a 125-104 road victory. The Suns have won the last four head-to-head matchups. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. MST. Phoenix’s next game is Friday at home against New Orleans. Chicago continues its road trip Sunday in Sacramento.