Chicago Bulls vs Philadelphia 76ers Matchup

Read our 76ers vs Bulls prediction for this NBA regular season game in Chicago. Check out who we like to win and cover the spread in this NBA matchup.

  • The 76ers head to Chicago for a matchup with the Bulls.
  • Philadelphia has an effective field goal percentage of 52% (23rd).
  • The 76ers are coming off a 132-129 win vs. the Bulls.
  • The Bulls possess a 19-26 record so far.
  • The Bulls are averaging 116.9 points per game so far.
  • The Bulls are looking to bounce back from a loss to the 76ers.

76ers vs Bulls Prediction

At 8:00 ET, the 16-27 76ers (+138) will travel to Chicago to take on the 19-26 Bulls (-163). The over/under line for this Eastern Conference matchup is currently sitting at 231.5 points.

Chicago is currently favored by 3.5 points (-110) and is 10th in the Eastern Conference. Philadelphia is 11th in the East and 3rd in the Atlantic Division.

76ers vs. Bulls Matchup At A Glance

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Philadelphia 76ers at Chicago Bulls
  • Where: Chicago at United Center
  • Date: Saturday, January 25th
  • Betting Odds CHI -3.5, PHI +138 | CHI -163 O/U 231.5

76ers Preview: Will the 76ers Win on the Road?

Philadelphia improved to 16-27 after a 132-129 win over the Cavaliers on Friday. The 76ers were +9 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread with the win. The game’s total score of 261 points exceeded the O/U line of 229.5 by 31.5 points.

Philadelphia took control with a 13-0 run, turning a 116-111 deficit into a 124-116 lead. They started strong, leading 39-33 after the 1st quarter, but Cleveland responded by outscoring them 34-25 in the 2nd. The 76ers regained momentum by winning the 3rd quarter 34-29 and edged out the Cavaliers 34-33 in the 4th.

Paul George and Tyrese Maxey led the 76ers to a 132-129 win over the Cavaliers, with George scoring 30 points, including 14 in the 3rd quarter, and Maxey adding 29, 14 of which came in the 1st quarter. Kelly Oubre contributed 22 points and 13 rebounds.

Philadelphia hit 21 threes, shooting 53.8% from deep and 50.6% overall. George made 6 threes at 54.5%, while Maxey connected on 4 threes at 50%.

Even with a rough defensive outing, the 76ers managed to secure a win, allowing 129 points to the Cavaliers. Philadelphia gave up 33 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters, and 34 in the 2nd, but tightened up slightly in the 3rd, allowing 29 points.

The 76ers struggled to defend the three, with Cleveland hitting 25 threes at a 48% clip. Philadelphia sent the Cavaliers to the line 19 times, where they made 14 free throws. The 76ers recorded 27 defensive rebounds, gave up 10 offensive boards, and added 9 steals and 6 blocks.

Bulls Preview: Do the Bulls Stand a Chance at Home?

The 76ers improved to 16-27 on the season with a 132-129 win over the Cavaliers on Friday. Philadelphia, who were +3 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The game’s total of 261 points went well over the 229.5-point line.

Philadelphia used a 13-0 run to take control, turning a 116-111 deficit into a 124-116 lead. They led 98-96 going into the 4th quarter after outscoring Cleveland 34-29 in the 3rd, following a 34-25 2nd quarter by the Cavaliers.

In their 131-106 loss to the Warriors, the Bulls shot just 39.1% from the field, but connected on 16 threes at a 40% clip. Zach LaVine led the way with 24 points, hitting 3 threes at 50% efficiency.

Josh Giddey added 16 points and 11 rebounds, while Ayo Dosunmu contributed 13 points, shooting 66.7% from the field. LaVine scored 14 points in the 2nd quarter, and added 6 more in the 4th.

The Bulls struggled defensively on Thursday, giving up 131 points to the Warriors. Chicago allowed at least 30 points in every quarter, including 37 in the 4th. Golden State shot 45% from the field.

From beyond the arc, the Warriors hit 25 threes at a 43% clip. The Bulls sent Golden State to the line 14 times, where they made all their free throws. Chicago finished with 32 defensive rebounds, 7 steals, and 2 blocks.

76ers vs Bulls Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

  • Across their three previous road games, Philadelphia has an ATS mark of 0-3. Their straight up record in these matchups was 0-3 while averaging 106 points per game.
  • Across the Bulls last ten home games, the team averaged 116 points per game while allowing 119. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 4-5-1, while going 5-5 straight-up.
  • Going back to their previous three games as the underdog, Philadelphia has an ATS mark of 1-2 while going 1-2 straight up.
  • Going back to their previous ten games as the favorite, Chicago has an ATS mark of 3-6-1 while going 4-6 straight up.

76ers vs Bulls Prediction

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