Chicago Bulls vs Milwaukee Bucks Preview
Betting on today’s Bucks and Bulls game? Catch the action at United Center in Chicago, IL, as the Bulls hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on NBCS.
The Bucks are favored in this Central division showdown. The game’s over/under is currently at 227.5 points. Check out BetCoco for Chicago Bulls – Milwaukee Bucks odds
Chicago Bulls vs Milwaukee Bucks Head-to-Head and Key Stats
In the last three games between Chicago and Milwaukee, the Bucks have dominated the series, going 3-0. This includes a convincing margin of victory of 11 points per contest. Across the last three head-to-head matchups, Milwaukee is averaging 111 points compared to Chicago at 100.
- When looking at their past three road matchups, Milwaukee has an ATS record of 3-0 while averaging 129 per game. The team went 2-1 overall in these games.
- Through their last ten home games, Chicago has an ATS record of just 2-8. However, their overall record was 1-9 while averaging 103 points per game.
- Spanning across their last five games as the betting underdog, the Bulls have gone 0-5 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 0-5.
- Across their last three matchups as the betting favorite, the Bucks have an overall record of 3-0 while going 1-2 against the spread.
Chicago Bulls vs Milwaukee Bucks Prediction
Looking at the Bucks’ previous ten games, they are 8-2 and face the Bulls with an overall mark of 13-5. The Bucks have a 5-4 record on the road this season, compared to their 8-1 record when playing at home.
Milwaukee has an overall ATS record of 7-11 as they come into today’s game. In their last five road games, Milwaukee has successfully covered the spread, and they hold an ATS record of 5-4 on the road in contrast to 2-7 at home.
Milwaukee currently holds an over/under record of 11-7-0 for the season. The average points per game in their played games is 235.0, with an average over/under line of 233.4.
Milwaukee finished with 131 points in their game against the Heat. This total surpasses their season-average of 120.9 points per game. Currently leading the team in scoring is Giannis Antetokounmpo who comes into today’s matchup averaging 30.1. Damian Lillard also heads into the game with a PPG average of 26.
Coming into today’s game, the Bucks’ defense is giving up an average of 117.8 points per contest.
In terms of two point field goal attempts, the Bucks defense has allowed a shooting percentage of 54.1% while allowing 36.1% from downtown.
Getting ready to face the Bucks, the Bulls hold an overall record of 5-14 and need a win to break their five game losing streak. Throughout their 19 games, the Bulls have posted a 4-9 record against Eastern Conference opponents, while going 1-5 in non-conference matchups.
Chicago currently has an ATS record below .500, sitting at 6-13 at this point. The Bulls have suffered five consecutive ATS losses when playing as underdogs, and they are 2-6 against the spread when they are the favorites.
With more than half of the Bulls’ games exceeding the over/under lines, their over/under record stands at 10-9-0. Their games have an ongoing average of 228.0 points per game, with an average over/under line of 219.4.
The Bulls’ offense, in their latest game, managed to score just 97 points versus the Celtics. During the game, they attempted 28 three-point shots and had a field goal percentage of 43.3%. The top scorer for the Bulls was DeMar DeRozan with 19 points, while Coby White also chipped in with 19 points.
At this time, the Bulls’ defense is positioned 15th in the NBA, permitting 112.8 points per game.
Opponents are hitting 56.0% of their two-point field goal attempts this season, and they’re also connecting on 37.7% of their three-point attempts.
Despite being 8 point underdogs, we predict the Bulls to come out on top with a final score of 109-106.
Chicago Bulls vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Tips
- We like the Bulls on the moneyline (+275)
- The Bulls are also our pick on the spread at +8
- Our NBA model projects 215 points, and we suggest taking the under
Chicago Bulls Injury Report
- DeMar DeRozan – Ankle – Questionable
- Zach LaVine – Foot – Questionable
- Alex Caruso – Toe – Questionable
- Lonzo Ball – Knee – Out
Milwaukee Bucks Injury Report
- Jae Crowder – Groin – Out
- Pat Connaughton – Ankle – Out
