Golden State Warriors vs Chicago Bulls Preview
At 10:00 ET, the 33-28 Golden State Warriors (-285) will host the 30-32 Chicago Bulls (+229) in a non-conference matchup. The Warriors are favored by 7 points and the over/under line is 223.5.
Chicago is currently 9th in the Eastern Conference, while Golden State is 9th in the Western Conference. Both teams are 4th in their respective divisions. The Bulls have won two straight games.
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Golden State Warriors vs Chicago Bulls Head-to-Head and Key Stats
In the last three head-to-head matchups, the Warriors are averaging 125 points per game, compared to the Bulls at 124. These figures have led to Golden State posting a record of 2-1.
- Through their last ten road games, Chicago has an ATS record of just 7-3. However, their overall record was 7-3 while averaging 116 points per game.
- Through their last ten home games, Golden State has an ATS record of just 8-2. However, their overall record was 8-2 while averaging 121 points per game.
- Spanning across their last ten games as the betting underdog, the Bulls have gone 6-4 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 5-5.
- Golden State has done well both straight up and vs the spread when favored to win the game, going 3-0 SU and 3-0 ATS in their last three games.
Golden State Warriors vs Chicago Bulls Prediction
Bulls are 32-29-1 on the over/under this season, and 36 of their games have had lower O/U lines than today’s (223.5). On average, their games have finished with 224.9 points.
Chicago’s last game vs. the Jazz had an O/U line of 224, and the teams combined for 236 points. The Bulls won the game by a score of 119-117.
In the Eastern Conference, the Bulls are currently in 9th place with a record of 30-32. Against other teams in the East, they are 16-22 and 14-10 in non-conference games.
This season, the Bulls have gone 32-29 ATS, including a road ATS record of 16-14. As the underdog, their ATS record is 19-16, and they have failed to cover the spread in their last two games as the favorite.
Chicago is 13-22 as the underdog this season and has an average scoring differential of -4.5 points per game in those games. On the road, their scoring differential is -3.2 PPG.
So far this season, the Bulls have been below the NBA scoring average in 62.9% of their games. Overall, they are averaging 111.8 points per game, which is 25th in the league. In terms of pace, they are 27th at 97 possessions per game.
When it comes to their shooting, the Bulls are 22nd in field goal percentage at 46%. From beyond the arc, they are shooting 35%, which is 23rd in the NBA. In terms of three-point attempts, they are 22nd in the league.
Chicago has been solid on the offensive glass, ranking 9th in the NBA in offensive rebounds. In terms of assists, they are 26th in the league at 24.7 per game.
Coming into the game, the Bulls defense has held opposing team’s to fewer points than the league average in 43.5% of their games. Currently, they are 12th in the NBA at 113.1 points per game allowed. When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Bulls squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 55.6% inside the arc, and they’re also giving up 36.7% from downtown.
Golden State’s games have gone under the O/U line in their last eight games. Today’s O/U line is set at 223.5, and the Warriors have had an average combined scoring total of 235.5 points this season.
In their last game, the Warriors defeated the Bucks by a score of 125-90. They covered the spread as 2.5-point favorites, and the game went under the O/U line of 230 points.
Against the spread, Golden State is 34-26 for the season and 14-17 ATS at home. As the favorite, they have gone 20-19 ATS this season.
Currently, the Warriors are 9th in the Western Conference with a record of 33-28. In games against other Western Conference teams, they are 16-21 and 5-9 against Pacific Division opponents.
On average, the Warriors are outscoring their opponents by +0.9 points per game at home. As the favorite, they have a record of 27-12 and are favored by 7 points today.
At home, the Warriors are averaging 117.8 points per game, which is 11th in the NBA. Overall, they are 7th in scoring at 118.7 points per game. Golden State is 2nd in road scoring at 119.7 points per game.
When it comes to pace, the Warriors are 7th in the league at 100.2 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 16th at 47%.
Golden State is 2nd in three-point shooting, making an average of 15.1 threes per game. Overall, they are 6th in three-point shooting percentage at 37%. In terms of two-point shooting, the Warriors are 18th in the league at 54%.
Golden State’s defense is currently in line with the NBA average for points allowed, allowing an average of 116.8 points per game. The Golden State defense has allowed opponents to shoot 35.5% from beyond the arc this season. Opposing teams are also hitting 46.8% of their field goal attempts vs. Golden State.
Even though they are 7 point underdogs, we see the Bulls winning this game by a score of 111-107.
Golden State Warriors vs Chicago Bulls Betting Tips
- We like the Bulls on the moneyline (+229)
- The Bulls are also our pick on the spread at +7
- Our NBA model projects 218 points, and we suggest taking the under
Golden State Warriors Injury Report
No Injuries Reported
Chicago Bulls Injury Report
- Zach LaVine – Ankle – Out
- Lonzo Ball – Knee – Out
- Torrey Craig – Knee – Out
- Patrick Williams – Foot – Out
- Dalen Terry – Personal – Questionable
