The Atlanta Hawks (1-2) and Chicago Bulls (2-0) meet in an Eastern Conference battle Monday night. Tip from the United Center in Chicago, Illinois, is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Hawks vs. Bulls odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.
2024-25 season series: Tied 2-2
The Hawks lost to the Oklahoma City Thunder 117-100 at home Saturday, failing to cover as an 8.5-point underdog as the Under (236.5) hit. Atlanta, which had 6 players score in double figures, was led by F Nickeil Alexander-Walker, who scored 17 points. Star G Trae Young struggled against a top Thunder defense, scoring just 15 points on 5-for-12 shooting. The Hawks are 1-0 against the spread (ATS) and 1-0 straight up on the road.
The Bulls, who beat the Detroit Pistons by 4 in their lone home game of the season, took down the Orlando Magic 110-98 on the road Saturday, covering as a 6-point underdog with the Under (232.5) cashing. Chicago has been an underdog in both its games this season and is 2-0 ATS. It has been led by C Nickola Vucevic, who is averaging 21.5 points and 11 rebounds per game.
Hawks at Bulls odds
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Moneyline (ML): Hawks -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Bulls -105 (bet $105 to win $100)Against the spread (ATS): Hawks -1.5 (+100) | Bulls +1.5 (-120)Over/Under (O/U): 240.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)Hawks at Bulls key injuries
Hawks
F Jalen Johnson (ankle) questionableC Kristaps Porzingis (flu-like symptoms) questionableF Zaccharie Risacher (ankle) questionable
Bulls
G Josh Giddey (finger) questionableG Coby White (calf) out
For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.
Hawks at Bulls picks and predictionsPrediction
Bulls 118, Hawks 112
BET BULLS (-105).
The Hawks haven’t given fans much to believe in. Their efficiency is lacking, ranking 25th in field goal percentage (43.8%). On the defensive end, they have allowed at least 117 points in 2 of 3 games. And they sit 19th (10.5) in offensive rebounds. Their inability to get second-chance opportunities, mixed with a struggling defense, makes this road game a challenge.
The Bulls, on the other hand, have allowed 111 or fewer points in both games and are averaging 112.5 points per game. They have a methodical offense, spearheaded by the efficient Vucevic. Expect it to take down a banged-up conference foe at home Monday. Back BULLS (-105).
PASS.
The Bulls’ lone home game and the Hawks’ lone road game both ended within 5 points. Expect a close game so take the moneyline at better odds.
BET UNDER 240.5 (-110).
Neither side has had the explosive offense that many have grown accustomed to. The Hawks have yet to score more than 118 points and are just 1-2 O/U. They have 3 key players on the injury report as well, which would hurt their offensive production.
The Bulls, who are 0-2 O/U, have a key weapon with Giddey nursing a finger injury. They surprisingly have the best defensive rating through the first few games of the season. Considering those trends, back UNDER 238.5 (-110).
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