Chicago Bulls vs Denver Nuggets Matchup

Check out our free Nuggets vs Bulls prediction for this NBA matchup in Chicago. See who we like to win and cover the spread in this regular season NBA matchup.

  • The Nuggets sit at 28-17.
  • The Nuggets are averaging 120.6 points per game so far.
  • The Nuggets are looking to bounce back from a loss to the Bulls.
  • The Bulls are set to host the Nuggets at 19-27.
  • Defensively, Chicago are giving up 120.0 points per game.
  • The Bulls are looking to bounce back from a loss to the Nuggets.

Nuggets vs Bulls Prediction

At 8:00 ET, the Bulls will host the Nuggets in a non-conference matchup. Chicago is 10th in the East, while Denver is 4th in the West. The Nuggets are favored by 8.5 and have a moneyline of -335.

The over/under line for this game is 246. The Bulls have lost two straight, while the Nuggets are 28-17 and 2nd in the Northwest.

Nuggets vs. Bulls Matchup At A Glance

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Denver Nuggets at Chicago Bulls
  • Where: Chicago at United Center
  • Date: Monday, January 27th
  • Betting Odds DEN -8.5, DEN -335 | CHI +267 O/U 246

Nuggets Preview: Will the Nuggets Win on the Road?

The Nuggets fell to 28-17 on the season after a 133-104 loss to the Timberwolves on Saturday. Denver, who were -3.5 point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points ended at 237, surpassing the pre-game O/U line of 229.

Denver’s defense struggled throughout, allowing 40 points in the 1st quarter. While they kept it closer in the 2nd, losing 31-29, the Timberwolves pulled away in the 3rd, outscoring the Nuggets 38-31. Denver managed just 13 points in the 4th, compared to Minnesota’s 24.

In their 133-104 loss to the Timberwolves, the Nuggets shot 48.9% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 34.4% of their threes, making 11 in total. Jamal Murray led the way with 25 points, connecting on 60% of his three-point attempts, while Nikola Jokic added 20 points and 11 assists, shooting 69.2% from the floor.

Murray scored 9 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters, while Jokic put up 13 of his 20 points in the opening period. Russell Westbrook and Aaron Gordon each contributed 13 points, with Westbrook adding 7 in the 2nd quarter.

The Nuggets struggled defensively against the Timberwolves, giving up 133 points on 55% shooting. Denver allowed 40 points in the 1st quarter and 38 in the 3rd, with Minnesota scoring 31 in the 2nd. The Nuggets' best defensive effort came in the 4th quarter, where they allowed 24 points.

Denver also had trouble defending the three, as the Timberwolves hit 14 threes at a 46% clip. The Nuggets sent Minnesota to the line 15 times, where they made 13 free throws. On the boards, Denver gave up 18 offensive rebounds, finishing with 7 steals and 3 blocks.

Bulls Preview: Is a Home Win Possible for the Bulls?

The Nuggets dropped to 28-17 on the season after a 133-104 road loss to the Timberwolves on Saturday. Denver, favored by 3.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 237 exceeded the pre-game line of 229 by 8 points.

Denver fell behind early, trailing 40-31 after the 1st quarter. They were down 109-91 going into the 4th, where they managed just 13 points while allowing 24.

In Saturday's loss to the 76ers, the Bulls managed just 97 points, shooting 42.4% from the field and 31.6% from three-point range. Zach LaVine led the way with 25 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 assists, hitting 50% of his shots, though he struggled from deep, making only 2 threes at 22.2%.

Nikola Vucevic contributed 22 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the floor. Josh Giddey added 10 points, 10 rebounds, and 7 assists, despite shooting just 30.8%. LaVine scored 11 of his points in the 3rd quarter, while Vucevic added 8 in the same period.

Defensively, the Bulls gave up 30 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters but tightened up in the 3rd, allowing just 20 points. They conceded 29 points in the 4th, leading to a total of 109 points allowed. The 76ers shot 45% from the field.

Chicago did well defending the three, holding Philadelphia to 13 made threes on 28% shooting. The Bulls sent the 76ers to the line 17 times, where they made 12 free throws. Chicago grabbed 41 defensive rebounds, gave up 6 offensive boards, and recorded 6 steals and 3 blocks.

Nuggets vs Bulls Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

  • In their last ten games away from home, the Nuggets have a straight up record of 7-3 while going 6-4 vs the spread. The team's offense averaged 119 points per game in these contests.
  • In their last ten games at home, the Bulls have a straight up record of 5-5 while going 4-5-1 vs the spread. The team's offense averaged 116 points per game in these contests.
  • Going back to their last ten games as the underdog, the Bulls have a straight up record of 5-5. But, their mark vs the spread was just 5-4-1.
  • In their last three games as the betting favorite, the Nuggets have a strong straight up record of 2-1. In addition, their ATS record was 2-1 in these scenarios.

Nuggets vs Bulls Prediction

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