Chicago Bulls vs Toronto Raptors Preview
At 8:00 ET, the Bulls (-260) will host the Raptors (+209) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Bulls (-6.5) are favored over the Raptors and the over/under line is set at 225.5.
This game will be played at the United Center in Chicago and can be seen on NBCS. The Bulls are 22-25 and 9th in the Eastern Conference, while the Raptors have lost five straight and are 12th in the East at 16-30.
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Chicago Bulls vs Toronto Raptors Head-to-Head and Key Stats
Over the last three times that the Bulls have hosted the Raptors, they have gone 2-1. When looking at the last three head-to-head matchups between the Raptors and Bulls, only 2 points per game has separated the teams, with the Raptors going 2-1 vs. the spread.
- Through their last three road games, Toronto has an ATS record of just 1-2. However, their overall record was 0-3 while averaging 112 points per game.
- Across the Bulls last ten home games, the team averaged 110 points per game while allowing 112. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 4-5-1, while going 5-5 straight-up.
- Looking back on the team’s last three games as the underdog, the Raptors have a straight up record of 0-3. Their record vs the spread in these games was 1-2.
- In their last ten games as the betting favorite, the Bulls have a straight up record of 8-2 and an ATS mark of 6-3-1.
Chicago Bulls vs Toronto Raptors Prediction
The Raptors have lost five straight games and are 16-30 on the season. In the Eastern Conference, they are in 12th place and 5th in the Atlantic Division.
Toronto’s ATS record for the season is 22-24, and they have covered the spread in four straight games as the underdog. Today, they are getting 6.5 points vs. the Bulls.
This season, the Raptors have an O/U record of 24-21-1, and their games have averaged 231.2 points per game. Today’s O/U line is set at 225.5.
In their last game, the Raptors lost to the Hawks by a score of 126-125. They were 6-point underdogs going into the game, giving them an ATS win. The O/U line for that game was 241.5.
On the road, the Raptors are 12-11 ATS, and they have an average scoring differential of -4.3 points per game. Their road record straight up is 6-17.
When it comes to scoring, the Raptors have been an above-average team on the road, averaging 117 points per game compared to their overall average of 114.4 (18th in the NBA). In terms of pace, Toronto is 14th in the league at 98.8 possessions per game.
So far this season, the Raptors have outscored the NBA average in 45.7% of their games. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 10th in the league at 47%. When it comes to two-point shooting, Toronto is 13th in the NBA at 55%.
When it comes to three-point shooting, the Raptors are 24th in the league at 35%. They are also 25th in the NBA in three-pointers made per game at 11.7. In terms of free throw shooting, Toronto is 21st in the league at 16.8 made free throws per game.
On defense, the Raptors come into the game ranked 18th in the league in points allowed at 116.8 per game. Over their last three games, the team is allowing 120.3 points per contest (10th). When it comes to forced turnovers, the Raptors are forcing 12.7 per game, which is 12th in the league. They also come into the game sitting 20th in blocked shots at 4.8 per game.
Today, the Bulls are favored for the 4th straight game. As the favorite, they have a scoring differential of +4.1 points per game. This season, they are 14-7 as the favorite.
Chicago’s ATS record for the season is 24-22, and they have covered the spread in three straight games as the favorite. At home, they are 14-10 ATS, compared to 10-12 on the road.
In their most recent game, the Bulls defeated the Trail Blazers by a score of 104-96. The O/U line for that game was 222 points, and Chicago was favored by 5.5 points.
This season, the Bulls have an O/U record of 23-23-1, and their games have averaged 223.3 points per game. In their last game, the combined scoring was 200 points.
Chicago’s win over Portland improved their overall record to 22-25, which is currently 9th in the Eastern Conference. Against the East, they are 13-16 and 3-6 against Central Division opponents.
Heading into tonight’s game, the Bulls are 26th in the NBA in scoring at 110.9 points per game. At home, they are averaging 111.5 points per game.
Chicago is 27th in the league in pace at 96.6 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 23rd at 46%. When it comes to two-point shooting, the Bulls are 26th in the NBA at 52%.
In terms of three-point shooting, the Bulls are 22nd in the league at 35%. On average, they make 11.7 threes per game, which is 24th in the NBA.
Coming into the game, the Bulls defense has held opposing team’s to fewer points than the league average in 42.6% of their games. Currently, they are 9th in the NBA at 112.3 points per game allowed. Opponents are hitting 55.7% of their two-point field goal attempts this season, and they’re also connecting on 36.5% of their three-point attempts.
Even though they are considered 6.5-point underdogs, our projection points to a 112-108 win for the Raptors.
Chicago Bulls vs Toronto Raptors Betting Tips
- We like the Raptors on the moneyline (+209)
- The Raptors are also our pick on the spread at +6.5
- Our NBA model projects 220 points, and we suggest taking the under
Chicago Bulls Injury Report
- Zach LaVine – Ankle – Out
- Lonzo Ball – Knee – Out
- Torrey Craig – Right Foot – Out
- Patrick Williams – Foot – Out
Toronto Raptors Injury Report
- Jakob Poeltl – Ankle – Questionable
- RJ Barrett – Knee – Out
- Immanuel Quickley – Quadriceps – Doubtful
