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Chicago Bulls at Indiana Pacers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Chicago Bulls at Indiana Pacers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Chicago Bulls (1-2) face the Indiana Pacers (2-0) Monday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Tipoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Bulls vs. Pacers and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Pacers won last year’s series 3-1

Indiana came into this season with a lot of positive vibes with the public betting on their Over win total, and so far that looks like a good bet. The Pacers just beat an injured Cleveland Cavaliers squad 125-113 despite trailing by double digits in the 1st quarter. Backup SF Aaron Nesmith led Indiana with 26 points off 10-of-16 shooting, including 5 of 9 from 3.

Chicago lost Sunday to the Detroit Pistons 118-102, getting out-rebounded 53-32. SG Zach ZaVine scored 51 points, but starting PF Patrick Williams and starting PG Coby White failed to get a point in their combined 49 minutes on the floor.

Bulls at Pacers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:31 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bulls +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Pacers -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Bulls +3.5 (-110) | Pacers -3.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 226.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Bulls at Pacers key injuries

Bulls

SG Zach LaVine (back) probable

Pacers

None

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Bulls at Pacers picks and predictions

Prediction

Pacers 118, Bulls 116

Moneyline

The Pacers have come out of the gate running. And they trailed early in both games before chipping away and pulling ahead to win. Indiana leads the league in 3-pointers made per game (17.5) while the Bulls are 29th in shooting percentage allowed (51.2%). But at -160, picking the Pacers is a bit too chalky. You should PASS and get more value with the spread.

Against the spread

The Bulls are 0-3 ATS this season while the Pacers are 2-0. But league-wide there are a few trends to note before you jump the gun. Teams coming off a win have covered just 8 times in 18 attempts. And home favorites have a 10-12 ATS record. The books know this game will be close and I will follow their lead.

LEAN BULLS +3.5 (-110).

Over/Under

Both these teams, at least for now, are focusing on offense. Indiana ranks number 1 in field goals attempted per game (102.5), and Chicago isn’t far behind at No. 3 (95.3). And both teams have severe liabilities on defense. The Pacers allow 97.5 shot attempts per game (28th in the NBA) while the Bulls’ opponents on average shoot 59.7% from 2.

BET OVER 225.5 (-110).

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Chicago Bulls at Indiana Pacers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Chicago Bulls at Indiana Pacers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Chicago Bulls (26-31) take on the Indiana Pacers (25-34) on Wednesday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Bulls vs. Pacers odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Bulls lost 100-91 to the Orlando Magic on Monday and failed to cover as 4-point favorites at home. Chicago is currently on a 4-game losing skid, both straight up (SU) and against the spread (ATS).

The Pacers were defeated 123-117 by the Utah Jazz Monday and were unable to cover as 1-point home underdogs. Indiana has lost 5 games in a row and is 1-9 in its last 10 contests.

This is the third meeting between these teams this season. The home team won SU and ATS in the first 2 meetings as the Under connected in both.

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Bulls at Pacers odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:18 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bulls +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Pacers -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Bulls +2.5 (-110) | Pacers -2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 230.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Bulls at Pacers key injuries

Bulls

G Lonzo Ball (knee) out
G Alex Caruso (foot) questionable
F DeMar DeRozan (quad) out
G Goran Dragic (knee) probable
F Javonte Green (knee) out
F Derrick Jones Jr. (adductor) out

Pacers

C Daniel Theis (thumb) questionable
C Myles Turner (back) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Bulls at Pacers picks and predictions

Prediction

Pacers 116, Bulls 112

Moneyline

With DeRozan sidelined for the Bulls, I’ll side with the PACERS (-140) at home. Indiana is 17-14 at home compared to Chicago being 10-19 on the road.

Against the spread

PACERS -2.5 (-110) is the pick in this contest with the Bulls playing shorthanded. Even if Turner is out for Indiana again, G Tyrese Haliburton, G Buddy Hield, and G Bennedict Mathurin are enough to secure the victory at home.

The Bulls are 6-13 ATS in their last 19 road meetings against the Pacers.

Over/Under

While this is a pace-up game for the Bulls, UNDER 230.5 (-110) is the lean in this matchup. Both of these teams are bottom 8 in offensive rating.

The Bulls have gone Under in each of their last 5 games overall. Meanwhile, the Under is 20-7 in the last 27 meetings in Indiana.

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Chicago Bulls at Indiana Pacers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Chicago Bulls at Indiana Pacers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Chicago Bulls (21-24) battle the Indiana Pacers (23-25) Tuesday with tip from Gainbridge Fieldhouse set for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Bulls vs. Pacers odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Pacers lost to the Phoenix Suns Saturday 112-107 as a 2.5-point road underdog. Indiana has not covered since Jan. 13 and is just 1-7 against the spread (ATS) in its last 8 games. It is still 26-22 ATS on the season. The Pacers’ strength is offense, ranking 12th in points per game (115).

The Bulls beat the Atlanta Hawks Monday evening 111-100, covering as a 1.5-point home favorite. Chicago has covered 7 of its last 9 games and is 23-20-3 ATS on the season. Chicago ranks 5th in the league in field goal percentage (48.9%).

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Bulls at Pacers odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 11:49 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bulls -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Pacers -105 (bet $105 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Bulls -1.5 (-105) | Pacers +1.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 237.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Bulls at Pacers key injuries

Bulls

Not yet submitted

Pacers

G Tyrese Haliburton (knee) out
G Andrew Nembhard (non-Covid illness) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Bulls at Pacers picks and predictions

Prediction

Bulls 119, Pacers 114

Moneyline

PASS.

With Haliburton out, the Bulls have a significant advantage in terms of playmakers. With that in mind, take the 1.5-point spread odds instead.

Against the spread

BET BULLS -1.5 (-105).

The Bulls will be on the 2nd night of a back-to-back, but Chicago has had success in this spot going 5-2-1 ATS with no rest. The Pacers have also lost their touch as of late, failing to cover 5 in a row and losing 4 of their last 5 games by double figures, including a 130-112 home loss to Memphis.

The Bulls can also exploit the Pacers’ weakness in 3-point defense. Chicago ranks 8th in the NBA in 3-point shooting percentage (37.1%) while the Pacers rank 29th in opponents’ 3-point shooting (37.4%).

Coupling Chicago’s strength in this position, the Pacers recent struggles and Chicago’s strength-on-weakness advantage, back the BULLS -1.5 (-105).

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 237.5 (-112).

The Bulls have gone Under in 4 of their last 6 games. The Pacers have gone Under in 2 of their last 3 and are 23-24-1 O/U on the season.

The Pacers have scored 112 or fewer in 5 of their last 6 which suggests their struggling defense is why they are 3-3 O/U in that span. With the Bulls ranking 13th in pace, they won’t necessary push the tempo in this battle.

Put it all together and back the UNDER 237.5 (-112).

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Chicago Bulls at Indiana Pacers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Chicago Bulls at Indiana Pacers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Chicago Bulls (32-19) visit Gainbridge Fieldhouse Friday to take on the Indiana Pacers (19-34). Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Bulls vs. Pacers odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

The Bulls are coming off a 127-120 overtime loss as 4.5-point underdogs at Toronto Thursday. They’ll wrap up this short two-game road trip in Indiana as road favorites, a situation where they’re 7-5-1 against the spread (ATS).

Overall, the Bulls are 29-21-1 ATS. They’ve covered 3 of their last 5 games, scoring 120 or more in 4 straight with the Over hitting in each. Chicago is 13-13 straight up on the road.

Indiana last played Wednesday, losing as a 3.5-point home favorite to lowly Orlando 119-118. The Pacers have generally played much better at home, posting a 13-14 record.

They topped 110 points in 5 of their last 6 games and covered 5 of their last 10 with a push. They are 25-25-3 ATS on the season.

Bulls at Pacers odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 2:06 p.m. ET.

Money line: Bulls -135 (bet $135 to win $100) | Pacers +110 (bet $100 to win $110)
Against the spread: Bulls -2.5 (-108) | Pacers +2.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 230.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Bulls at Pacers key injuries

Bulls

PG Lonzo Ball (knee) out
SG Alex Caruso (wrist) out
SG Zach LaVine (back) questionable
PG Coby White (adductor strain) questionable

Pacers

C Goga Bitadze (foot) questionable
SF Oshae Brissett (ankle) questionable
PG Malcolm Brogdon (Achilles) out
PG T.J. McConnell (wrist) out
PF Domantas Sabonis (health and safety protocols) out
C Myles Turner (foot) out

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Bulls at Pacers odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Pacers 114, Bulls 112

Money line

SPRINKLE on the PACERS (+110).

The Pacers play much better at home, despite what a one-point loss to the Magic displays.

Indiana hasn’t played since Wednesday and has been at home, while Chicago will play its third game in four days. That’s going to wear down the Bulls’ energy.

While the Bulls are well over .500 on the season, they are just 5-4 with rest disadvantage.

Against the spread

BET PACERS +2.5 (-112).

Indiana is 6-4 as a home underdog this season and 18-16-1 ATS with one day of rest. Meanwhile, the Bulls are 5-4-1 ATS without rest.

While they’re going to be outmatched in terms of talent, the Pacers have players like small forwards Justin Holiday and Torrey Craig who can defend at a high level, potentially limiting a dangerous Bulls frontcourt.

The rest advantage should bode well for the Pacers, and with their home-court advantage, there’s no reason they shouldn’t be able to keep this game close.

Over/Under

LEAN to the UNDER 230.5 (-112).

The Bulls are going to eventually regress to their mean. They average 111.5 points on the season but have been on fire lately. They have a 122.1 offensive rating over their last 4 games.

While it’s easy to back them to continue this, on the road on the second night of a back-to-back having played a ton of basketball lately, along with the fact that this total is very high, I’d back the Under.

Indiana is 27-25-1 O/U this season, but it will be without Sabonis, the team’s leading scorer (19.1 points per game).

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Chicago Bulls at Indiana Pacers odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Tuesday’s Chicago Bulls at Indiana Pacers NBA odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The Indiana Pacers (22-26) host the Central Division rival Chicago Bulls (20-28) Tuesday at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze the Bulls-Pacers odds and lines, with NBA picks and predictions.

Chicago snapped a six-game losing skid (2-4 against the spread) by upsetting the Brooklyn Nets 115-107 as a 2.5-point home underdog Sunday. Indiana’s 139-133 overtime victory over the San Antonio Spurs Saturday stopped its three-game losing skid.

The Pacers were without All-Star PF Domantas Sabonis and leading scorer PG Malcolm Brogdon in the win against San Antonio. Over the past two weeks, Indiana is 3-3 straight up and 2-4 ATS.

This is the rubber match between the Bulls and the Pacers as these teams split their first two meetings of the season. Chicago won the most recent matchup 120-112 in overtime as a 4.5-point road dog Feb. 15.

At the moment, Indiana and Chicago are neck-and-neck in the Eastern Conference standings and occupying the final two spots (9-and 10-seed) of the postseason play-in tournament.

Bulls at Pacers: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:15 a.m. ET.

Money line: Bulls -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Pacers -105 (bet $105 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Bulls -1 (-115) | Pacers +1 (-105)
Over/Under: 225.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Bulls at Pacers: Key injuries

Bulls

PG Coby White (neck) probable
SG Garrett Temple (hamstring) out
PF Daniel Theis (personal) out

Pacers

PG Malcolm Brogdon (hip) questionable
PF Domantas Sabonis (ankle) questionable
SG Jeremy Lamb (toe) questionable

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Bulls at Pacers: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Bulls 116, Pacers 110

Money line (ML)

If Sabonis misses Tuesday’s game, Bulls SG Zach LaVine becomes the best player on the floor and Chicago’s frontcourt should feast in the paint.

Bulls PF Thaddeus Young specifically would be a matchup nightmare for Indiana who is projected to start forward Doug McDermott in Sabonis’ place and Chicago’s newly acquired All-Star C Nikola Vucevic is already fitting in with his new teammates.

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Against the spread (ATS)

PASS unless the Bulls become 2.5-point or greater underdogs at which point you should take the points.

This is a much better spot for Chicago. The Bulls are 11-5 ATS in road games against teams with a losing record while the Pacers have the third-worst cover rate as home favorites (5-12 ATS) and are 2-9 ATS at home against teams with a losing record.

Over/Under (O/U)

Slight “LEAN” to the OVER 225.5 (-110) for one-fifth of a unit if at all because Chicago is 10-7 O/U as a road dog, Indiana is 10-7 O/U as a home favorite and both Bulls-Pacers meetings earlier this season went Over the projected total.

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