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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 Detroit Pistons odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Chicago Bulls at Detroit Pistons odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Chicago Bulls (1-1) face a division opponent in the Detroit Pistons (1-1) Saturday. Tipoff from Little Caesars Arena is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Bulls vs. Pistons odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Bulls won 4-0 last season.

Chicago picked up a 104-103 OT win vs. the Toronto Raptors Friday thanks to a game-winning 3 from G Alex Caruso. The Bulls failed to cover as a 2-point favorite. G/F DeMar DeRozan showed out for the Bulls in the win, scoring 33 points on 11-for-22 shooting from the field and 10-for-14 from the free throw line.

Detroit came away with a 111-99 win vs. the Charlotte Hornets Friday, covering as a 4.5-point underdog. The Pistons held Charlotte to 37.5% shooting from the field and 25% shooting from beyond the arc while also out rebounding the Hornets 52-41. Detroit saw 6 players finish with 12 or more points in the win.

Bulls at Pistons odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:45 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bulls -120 (bet $120 to win $100) | Pistons +100 (bet $100 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Bulls -1.5 (-110) | Pistons +1.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 215.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Bulls at Pistons key injuries

Bulls

G Zach LaVine (back) game-time decision

Pistons

G Monte Morris (quadriceps) out

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Bulls at Pistons picks and predictions

Prediction

Bulls 103, Pistons 99

Moneyline

LEAN BULLS (-120).

Detroit does pose a solid threat to the Bulls in this matchup, but it would be tough for me to advise betting on the Pistons here unless LaVine is ruled out. Chicago has beaten Detroit in all of the last 10 meetings and has covered the spread in 8 of those meetings.

Against the spread

LEAN BULLS -1.5 (-110).

The Pistons are a risky bet here unless you are fully confident that they will either win, or that this will finish as a 1-point game. If this game comes down to a buzzer-beater type scenario, that actually would likely favor the Bulls as they have more proven clutch time performers than Detroit. Chicago is the safest play here, but the moneyline and O/U are safer lines to bet.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 215.5 (-110).

The total has dropped 3 points with LaVine’s health in question Saturday morning. Both of Detroit’s 2 games so start the season have hit the Under, and Chicago’s last matchup vs. Toronto also hit the Under. Both of these teams struggle to find a consistent way to score the ball, and both struggle shooting the 3 ball. Also, 8 of the last 10 meetings between these squads have hit the Under.

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Toronto Raptors at Chicago Bulls odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Chicago Bulls (0-1) welcome the Toronto Raptors (1-0) to the United Center Friday. Tip is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Raptors vs. Bulls odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; tied 2-2 last season

The Raptors beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 97-94 at home Wednesday, covering as a 1-point favorite. Toronto, which lost F Fred VanVleet this offseason to the Houston Rockets, received a 22-point performance from G Dennis Schroder in its home opener. The Raptors were 41-40-2 against the spread (ATS) last season and 16-24-1 ATS on the road.

The Bulls had a players-only meeting after their 1st game, a 124-104 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder at home Wednesday. Chicago failed to cover as a 2.5-point favorite. It was led by F DeMar DeRozan, who had 20 points. The Bulls ended last season with a 21-19-1 ATS home record.

Raptors at Bulls odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:18 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Raptors +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Bulls -135 (bet $135 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Raptors +2.5 (-110) | Bulls -2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 217.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Raptors at Bulls key injuries

Raptors

None

Bulls

None

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Raptors at Bulls picks and predictions

Prediction

Bulls 108, Raptors 105

Moneyline

BET BULLS (-135).

Simply put, the Bulls are better than they showed. G Zach LaVine shot 4-of-16 from the field, and Chicago shot 41% from the field and 29% from deep. Both of those should improve against the Raptors.

Similarly, Schroder and F OG Anunoby combined for 15-for-30 shooting, and they likely won’t be that efficient in this matchup. The Raptors also held the Wolves to 34% from the field and won by just 3. On the road, they may not have the same fortune.

Chicago was 22-19 at home last season and 14-8 as a home favorite. With a similar roster, expect the Bulls to bounce back. Take BULLS (-135).

Against the spread

PASS.

I wouldn’t risk it. Just take Bulls on the moneyline as they were solid at home last season and should bounce back.

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 217.5 (-110).

The pace of play just isn’t there for either team. The Bulls rank 17th, and the Raptors rank 15th. Last season the Bulls were 18th and the Raptors 25th.

The Raptors also finished with the 11th-best defensive rating and have a similar roster with strong defensive forwards. The Wolves-Raptors went for Under the total with the Bulls-Thunder only going Over due to OKC dropping 124.

Expect a slow-paced game and take UNDER 217.5 (-110).

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Oklahoma City Thunder at Chicago Bulls odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Oklahoma City Thunder at Chicago Bulls odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Chicago Bulls welcome the Oklahoma City Thunder to the United Center Wednesday. Tip in the season opener for both teams is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Thunder vs. Bulls odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Thunder won both meetings last season

The Bulls didn’t make any premier offseason additions from a team that went 40-42 and a play-in tournament berth, failing to make the playoffs. Chicago was led by G Zach LaVine (24.8 points per game) and F DeMar DeRozan (24.5 PPG) and they will again be the faces of this Bulls team. Chicago ended last season 41-40-3 against the spread (ATS).

The Thunder finished 10th in the Western Conference last season with a 40-42 record, also failing to win 2 play-in games to make the playoffs. They were 16-25 on the road. Oklahoma City had the league’s 3rd-best ATS record at 46-35-3. The Thunder will be led by rising star G Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who averaged 31.4 PPG last season.

Thunder at Bulls odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 11:01 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Thunder -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Bulls -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Thunder +1.5 (-120) | Bulls -1.5 (+100)
Over/Under (O/U): 228.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Thunder at Bulls key injuries

Thunder

F Jaylin Williams (hamstring) out

Bulls

None

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Thunder at Bulls picks and predictions

Prediction

Bulls 117, Thunder 113

Moneyline

BET BULLS (-110).

The Thunder were good ATS last season, but they were just 17-26 on the road straight up. Chicago was solid at home, posting a 22-19 straight-up record. Neither team got much better this offseason other than the Thunder’s organic improvements.

The Bulls had a better net rating than the Thunder last season and have a solid roster with several players capable of taking a game over. Expect Chicago to come out hot at home and take BULLS (-110).

Against the spread

PASS.

The spread and moneyline are so close here that it makes more sense to take the stress out of a 1.5-point spread and just take the home team to win outright.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 228.5 (-115).

The Thunder ranked 3rd in pace last season with the Bulls 18th. Oklahoma City has a young roster that should want to push the pace often. It was 47-37 O/U last season, the 5th-best Over-covering rate in the NBA.

Couple the Thunder’s desired pace with the Bulls shotmakers like LaVine and DeRozan, and there should be ample scoring. Back OVER 228.5 (-115).

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Chicago Bulls at Miami Heat odds, picks and predictions

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

The 10th-seed Chicago Bulls (40-42) take on the 7th-seed Miami Heat (44-38) Friday at Kaseya Arena for the 8th seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Bulls vs. Heat odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Bulls pulled off a remarkable comeback against the Toronto Raptors Wednesday to become the 1st 10 seed to win their play-in game. The Bulls won 109-105 after trailing by 19 points as a 6.5-point road underdog. F Zach LaVine took over in the 4th quarter and ended the game with 39 points.

The Miami Heat fell in an early hole against the Atlanta Hawks and after a fighting back in the 2nd half could not overcome the deficit and lost 116-105 in Tuesday’s play-in game as a 5,5-point home favorite. Heat G Kyle Lowry scored 33 of the team’s 37 bench points.

The Bulls took the season series 3-0, winning by 24 points and 8 points twice.

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Bulls at Heat odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:29 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bulls +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Heat -225 (bet $225 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Bulls +5.5 (-110) | Heat -5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 208.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Bulls at Heat key injuries

Bulls

G Lonzo Ball (knee) out

Heat

F Nikola Jovic (back) out
G Kyle Lowry (knee) questionable
G Gabe Vincent (hip) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Bulls at Heat picks and predictions

Prediction

Heat 115, Bulls 104

Moneyline

G DeMar DeRozan had his revenge game against the Toronto Raptors, and now its Miami F Jimmy Butler’s turn against his former team.

Miami is 27-15 at home and even better when they are a home favorite. The Heat’s defense is their biggest strength and they cause 15.7 turnovers a game (3rd-best in the NBA).

However, the current line is not worth the risk so PASS.

Against the spread

The underdogs are 4-0 ATS for the play-in tournament, which adds a little concern when I say I like the Heat to cover. Miami has covered in 5 of their last 7 games after an ATS loss. And the Bulls are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 against teams with a home record above .600%.

LEAN HEAT -5.5 (-110).

Over/Under

Both teams lean more on their defense and neither has a strong offense, but the line is at 208.5. That is roughly 20 points under the average line this season. Teams scoring over 100 points used to be celebrated, now it is assumed.

While the Bulls and Heat rank 22nd and 30th in points per game, their defense has one gaping hole, the 3-point shot. The Bulls rank 29th in 3-pointers allowed (13.2). The Heat are technically better, but just barely, ranking 28th (13.1).

BET OVER 208.5 (-110).

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Chicago Bulls at Toronto Raptors odds, picks and predictions

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

The 10th-place Chicago Bulls (40-42) battle the 9th-place Toronto Raptors (41-41) Wednesday in the Eastern Conference play-in tournament. Tip from Scotiabank Arena is set for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Bulls vs. Raptors odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Chicago ended the regular season with a 103-81 home win Sunday against Detroit to cover as an 8-point favorite. The Bulls are on a 2-game win streak and are 6-4 in their last 10 games. They’re also 6-4 against the spread (ATS) in that span and 40-39-3 ATS overall.

Toronto beat Milwaukee 121-105 Sunday to cover as a 4-point home favorite as the top-seeded Bucks were able to rest players. Toronto’s victory snapped a 2-game losing streak. The Raptors are 6-4 in their last 10 games and 5-4-1 ATS in that stretch. This season, they are 42-39-1 ATS.

This will be the 4th matchup between these 2 this season with Toronto taking the regular-season series 2-1. The Raptors won 113-104 in early November to cover as 4-point home favorites. A night later, the Bulls won at home 111-97 to cover as 2-point favorites. In their most recent matchup in late February, the Raptors covered as 3.5-point home favorites in a 104-98 win.

Definitely worth noting is that all 3 games cashed Under tickets.

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Bulls at Raptors odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:45 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bulls +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Raptors -225 (bet $225 to win $100)
Against the spread: Bull +5.5 (-115) | Raptors -5.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 213.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Bulls at Raptors key injuries

Bulls

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Raptors

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Bulls at Raptors picks and predictions

Prediction

Raptors 107, Bulls 99

Moneyline

PASS.

At -225 odds, there is no value on a moneyline play for the Raptors, who are 27-14 at home this season playing a Bulls team that is just 18-23 on the road.

Against the spread

LEAN RAPTORS -5.5 (-105).

The Raptors have played well ATS at home this season, too, posting a 25-15-1 ATS record in front of their home crowd. They’re 7-1-1 ATS in their last 9 home games against a team with a losing road record. Plus, the Raptors are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games after allowing 100 or more points in their previous game and 3-0-1 ATS in their last 4 games against a team with a losing outright record.

The Bulls are 0-4 ATS in their last 4 Wednesday games and just 18-20-2 ATS on the road this season.

In their head-to-head meetings in the regular season, the home team is 3-0 both outright and ATS, trends that should continue Wednesday in this play-in tournament game.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 213.5 (-115).

The Raptors have the 4th-best defense in points allowed, yielding 111.4 points per game (PPG), while the Bulls rank 7th at 111.8 PPG. With both teams’ defenses being their strong suit, points will come at a premium.

The Under is 4-1 in the Raptors’ last 5 games following an outright win of 10 or more points and 3-1 in its last 4 home games. For the Bulls, the Under is 4-1 in their last 5 Wednesday games, 3-1-1 in their last 5 games when their opponent allows 100 or more points in their previous game, and 3-1-1 in their last 5 games after scoring 100 or more points in their previous game.

The Under is also 4-0 in their last 4 head-to-head meetings.

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Detroit Pistons at Chicago Bulls odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Detroit Pistons at Chicago Bulls odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Detroit Pistons (17-64) battle the Chicago Bulls (39-42) Sunday. Tip from the United Center is set for 1 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Pistons vs. Bulls odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Pistons are 0-3 straight up against the Bulls this season and 1-2 against the spread (ATS). The total is 2-1 O/U in the 3 matchups so far this season.

In the Pistons’ last 13 games, they have beaten Indiana twice and lost every other matchup. They are 5-7-1 ATS over that span. They are 34-43-4 ATS on the season. The Over has hit in 5 straight games for the Pistons.

The Bulls are locked into a play-in game spot in the Eastern Conference. They are 3-2 straight up and ATS in their last 5 games and are 39-39-3 ATS on the season.

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Pistons at Bulls odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:14 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pistons +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Bulls -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Pistons +5.5 (-105) | Bulls -5.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): Off the board

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Pistons at Bulls key injuries

Pistons

F Bojan Bogdanovic (Achilles) out
G Cade Cunningham (tibia) out
C Isaiah Stewart (shoulder) out

Bulls

G Zach LaVine (knee) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Pistons at Bulls picks and predictions

Prediction

Bulls 117, Pistons 109

Moneyline

AVOID.

The Pistons haven’t had their top-2 scoring options for the last few weeks and have struggled, losing 11 of their last 12. Detroit doesn’t seem to be competitive in most games either. Pass on their moneyline value.

Similarly, the Bulls are too expensive at (-250) to play here.

Against the spread

LEAN BULLS -5.5 (-115).

The Bulls are 3-2 ATS in their last 5 games and 3-3 ATS over their last 6 home games. Chicago is 20-19-1 ATS at home this season while Detroit is 17-30-2, the league’s 9th-worst covering rate in that situation.

The Pistons are 4-7-1 ATS in their last 12. They have failed to score more than 108 in 3 of their last 4 games, so their offense has struggled without many key weapons.

Ultimately, considering the situation each team is in and the health factors, take BULLS -5.5 (-115).

Over/Under

Not available when published, but if the line is set at 220.5, bet the Over.

The Pistons have gone Over in 5 straight games and in 6 of their last 7. The Bulls have gone Over in 2 of their last 4 and are 6-2-1 O/U in their last 9 games. Chicago has scored at least 115 in 3 of their last 5 games as well.

The Pistons rank 21st in defensive rating since the All-Star break. The Bulls rank 9th in true shooting percentage (60%) since the All-Star break as well. Scoring should be easy for the home side.

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Chicago Bulls at Dallas Mavericks odds, picks and predictions

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

The Chicago Bulls (38-42) and Dallas Mavericks (38-42) square off for the 2nd and final time this season on Friday. Tip-off from American Airlines Center is at 8:30 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Bulls vs. Mavericks odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Bulls have already clinched a spot in the play-in tournament but they’re currently sitting in the 10th spot in the Eastern Conference, 2 games back of the Toronto Raptors. Chicago is 5-5 in its last 10 games and has dropped 2 in a row. It’s just 17-23 on the road this season which is 4 games worse than their home record (21-19).

The Western Conference is much more open than the East, which is good news for the struggling Mavericks. They’re the 11th in the conference — currently out of the play-in tournament — but that’s only a half-game back of the Oklahoma City Thunder. Dallas has 2 games left, so they can slide into play-in positioning before the season ends. However, the Mavs are struggling and are just 3-7 in their last 10 outings.

Chicago won 144-115 as a 5-point home favorite as the Over (221) cashed in the first meeting on Dec. 10.

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Bulls at Mavericks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:42 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bulls +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Mavericks -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Bulls +7.5 (-110) | Mavericks -7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 221.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Bulls at Mavericks key injuries

Bulls

G Alex Caruso (foot) questionable
G DeMar DeRozan (rest) questionable
G Zach LaVine (rest) questionable

Mavericks

G Luka Doncic (thigh) probable
G Josh Green (rest) out
F Tim Hardaway Jr. (ankle) out
G Kyrie Irving (foot) out
F Maxi Kleber (hamstring) out
F Christian Wood (rest) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Bulls at Mavericks picks and predictions

Prediction

Mavericks 113, Bulls 107

Moneyline

There’s no way anyone should bet the Mavericks (-300) to win outright. They should win this game, but no team that’s 3-7 in their last 10 games and is missing so many key pieces should be bet at that line. I would PASS on the moneyline.

Against the spread

The Mavericks are only 4-5-1 ATS in their last 10 games and have failed to cover the spread in 3 of their last 4 games. The Bulls are slightly better at 5-5 ATS in their last 10 games, including a 2-2 ATS stretch in their last 4.

The Bulls are 6-2 ATS as underdogs of 7.5-9.5 points while the Mavericks are 4-4-1 ATS as favorites of 7.5-9.5 points.

BET BULLS +7.5 (-110).

Over/Under

The Under is 7-3 in the Mavericks’ last 10 games and with the Bulls’ 2 stars potentially sitting out due to rest, this game could be on the lower-scoring end. The total reflects that, being set at only 221.5 points, but I still like the Under in this one.

The Bulls don’t have much firepower if DeRozan and LaVine don’t play, and now with the Mavericks ruling out Hardaway Jr., Irving, Green, Wood and Kleber, it’s hard to see this game being very high-scoring.

BET UNDER 221.5 (-110).

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Chicago Bulls at Milwaukee Bucks odds, picks and predictions

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

The Chicago Bulls (38-41) battle the Milwaukee Bucks (57-22) Wednesday with tip from Fiserv Forum scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Bulls vs. Bucks odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Chicago lost 123-105 against the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday failing to cover as a 5.5-point home favorite. The loss snapped a 2-game winning streak. The Bulls are 6-4 straight up and against the spread (ATS) in their last 10 games. This season, they are 38-38-3 ATS.

Milwaukee took down the Washington Wizards 140-128 on Tuesday, but failed to cover as a 14.5-point road favorite. It has now won back-to-back games and is 7-3 in its last 10. The Bucks are 4-6 ATS in that span and 43-34-2 ATS on the season.

This will be the 4th matchup with Chicago leading the series 2-1. Chicago won and covered as a 7.5-point road favorite in late November and won again while covering as a 2.5-point home favorite in late December. Milwaukee came out victorious and covered as a 7.5-point road favorite in their most recent matchup in mid-February.

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Bulls at Bucks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:01 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bulls +220 (bet $100 to win $220) | Bucks -275 (bet $275 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Bulls +6.5 (-110) | Bucks -6.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 229.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Bulls at Bucks key injuries

Bulls

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Bucks

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For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Bulls at Bucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 119, Bulls 111

Moneyline

PASS.

At -275 odds, there is no value on a moneyline play for the Bucks who are 31-8 at home facing a Bulls team that is 17-22 on the road.

Against the spread

LEAN BUCKS -6.5 (-110).

The Bucks have performed well against the spread this season (43-34-2 ATS) and are 22-17 ATS at home and 12-2-1 ATS when playing as a 5-7-point favorite. As the top team in the NBA, the Bucks are looking to close the season strong which will likely result in a large victory in front of their home crowd.

The Bucks are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 Wednesday games while the Bulls are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 Wednesday games.

Over/Under

BET OVER 229.5 (-115).

The Over is 5-1-1 in the Bulls last 7 games, 5-1-1 in their last 7 games when their opponent scores 100 or more points in their previous game, and 3-2 in their last 5 road games.

The over is 4-1 in the Bucks last 5 games, 4-0 in their last 4 games after scoring 100 or more points in their previous game and 24-15 when they play at home this season. The Bucks also rank 5th in pace this season pointing toward their ability to push the ball and score more points, which will ultimately aid the over.

The Over is 2-1 in the 3 previous matchups between the Bulls and Bucks this season.

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Memphis Grizzlies at Chicago Bulls odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Memphis Grizzlies at Chicago Bulls odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Memphis Grizzlies (49-28) visit the Chicago Bulls (37-40) on Sunday. Tip from United Center is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Grizzlies vs. Bulls odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Memphis beat the Clippers 108-94 to cover as a 5.5-point favorite on Friday. It has now won 8 of its last 10 games. The Grizzlies are 4-5-1 against the spread (ATS) in that stretch. This season, they are 36-39-2 ATS.

Chicago steamrolled Charlotte 121-91 on Friday to cover as an 11.5-point road favorite and snap a 2-game losing streak. The Bulls are 6-4 straight up and ATS in their last 10 games. This season, they are 37-37-3 ATS.

The Grizzlies took down the Bulls 104-89 to cover as 9.5-point home favorites on Feb. 7.

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Grizzlies at Bulls odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 2:26 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Grizzlies -130 (bet $130 to win $100) | Bulls +105 (bet $100 to win $105)
Against the spread (ATS): Grizzlies -2.5 (-105) | Bulls +2.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 225.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Grizzlies at Bulls key injuries

Grizzlies

SF Ziaire Williams (foot) out

Bulls

SG Alex Caruso (foot) probable
SG Javonte Green (knee) probable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Grizzlies at Bulls picks and predictions

Prediction

Grizzlies 109, Bulls 104

Moneyline

PASS.

The spread presents better value for a play on Memphis than the moneyline.

Against the spread

LEAN GRIZZLIES -2.5 (-105).

The Grizzlies have been playing well recently going 8-2 in their last 10 games and covering in 3 of their last 5. They rank top 10 in defensive scoring at 112.5 points per game (PPG) and 1st in opponent FG percentage (45.1%) while the Bulls offense ranks just 19th in scoring offense (113.4 ppg). Expect the Grizzlies to take over on Sunday and prevent a Chicago comeback thanks in part to their defense.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 225.5 (-110).

The Under is 7-1-1 in the Grizzlies’ last 9 games following a ATS victory and 5-1-1 in their last 7 games following an outright win of 10 or more points. The Under is also 3-1 in their last 4 games.

The Bulls have an O/U record of 34-42-1 this season pointing toward their inability to score a lot of points while the Under is also 4-1-1 in their last 6 games against a team with a winning outright record.

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