The NBA offseason buzz is heating up, and the Golden State Warriors face a pivotal decision regarding Jonathan Kuminga's future. As he inches closer to restricted free agency, observers speculate how the looming contract expectations, particularly those of Josh Giddey, could complicate Kuminga's retention in the Warriors lineup.

Chicago Bulls guard Jevon Carter (5) enters the United Center before the game against the Toronto Raptors. NBA: Portland Trail Blazers at Atlanta Hawks Atlanta Hawks guard Caris LeVert (3) on the court before the game against the Portland Trail Blazers at State Farm Arena.

SportsLine's computer model has revealed five free NBA prop picks for Monday after evaluating the latest NBA odds

Thunder 145, Bulls 117: Josh Giddey's return to OKC was spoiled. The Thunder destroyed the Bulls in a game where they led by as many as 43 points. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had a modest 27 points and 12 rebounds as he sat out another fourth quarter.

So, regarding whether Josh Giddey is playing on Monday night vs. the Thunder, the Bulls will need the breakout guard available if they hope to compete. Giddey's status will gain clarity closer to the game's 8 p.m. ET tipoff.

Josh Giddey buried a miracle shot from beyond halfcourt at the final buzzer as the Chicago Bulls overturned an 18-point fourth-quarter deficit to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 119-117 on Thursday.

Josh Giddey and the Chicago Bulls lost 145-117 Monday night to the top seed in the NBA, the Oklahoma City Thunder. After a four-game winning streak, this marks back-to-back losses for a Chicago team that is slated to be the final Play-In team moving into the postseason.

The following players averaged the most fantasy points per game last week (two-game minimum): Giddey was the aforementioned surprise pace-setter this past week, vaulting to the top despite playing in just two of the Bulls’ three games.

SportsLine's computer model has revealed five free NBA prop picks for Saturday after evaluating the latest NBA odds