NBA Betting Preview: Bulls vs Thunder
The Chicago Bulls meet the Oklahoma City Thunder in this NBA contest. Our betting preview features expert NBA predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, player stats, team news and confirmed starting lineups.
Can Bulls Avoid a Big Loss?
The Bulls have been given a sizeable +20.5 on the spread and we’re looking to take advantage. Back the -114 that they avoid a big loss against the Thunder.
7 of Last 10 Matchups Have Been Thunder Wins
Chicago Bulls have been defeated in their previous three road games. They recently suffered a 157-137 loss against Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Josh Giddey tallied 23 points, while Matas Buzelis put up 18 and Collin Sexton 16.
Oklahoma City Thunder have enjoyed seven straight home wins. In their last game, they lost on the road to Boston Celtics 119-109 at TD Garden. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 33 points, while Luguentz Dort finished with 14 and Chet Holmgren 10.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The Thunder won the most recent matchup between these teams. A 116-108 victory was registered against the Bulls at United Center. The Thunder have beaten the Bulls in the past seven matchups. They’ve also claimed 7 wins in the past 10 head-to-head meetings.
Thunder
57
16
0.781
118.6
107.6
11
29-7
28-9
11-3
37-9
9-1
1L
Bulls
29
43
0.403
116.3
120.8
-4.5
18-20
11-23
4-11
17-29
4-6
1L
Chicago Bulls – Last 10 Games
The Bulls have 4 wins and 6 losses in the past 10 games. They are averaging 120.3 points, 47.1 rebounds, 28.2 assists, 7.2 steals and 4.7 blocks while shooting 47.4% from the field and 76.6% from the free-throw line. The opposition have averaged 125.6 points and 45.9 rebounds per matchup.
Matas Buzelis is averaging 20.3 points and 3.2 (35.2%) 3-pointers made, while Josh Giddey averages 8.1 rebounds and 11.2 assists.
Oklahoma City Thunder – Last 10 Games
The Thunder have won 9 and lost 1 of their last 10 contests. Averaging 115.4 points, 43.6 rebounds, 24.8 assists, 8.4 steals and 4.7 blocks per game while shooting 48.0% from the field and 82.4% from the free-throw line. Their opponents have an average of 106.1 points and 44.4 rebounds.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is averaging 29.8 points and 7.5 assists, while Chet Holmgren has an average of 6.4 rebounds and Jaylin Williams 2.6 (52.0%) 3-pointers made.
Chicago Bulls vs Oklahoma City Thunder Prediction & Picks
Head into Chicago Bulls vs Oklahoma City Thunder with expert betting insights, including our main match prediction, expected scoreline, key player prop picks and a thoughtfully built bet builder.
Game Prediction
The betting line of +20.5 looks too big. Bulls should be able to stay relatively close to the favorites and we are keen to snap up the -114 that they cover the spread in this NBA showdown.
Tracking injury updates is a big part of our analysis and team news plays a major role in shaping our basketball predictions. We combine this with recent form and the most important NBA stats to get a complete picture.
Key Bulls vs Thunder stats:
The +20.5 line has been covered by Bulls in 10 consecutive games on the road.The +20.5 line has been covered by Bulls in 19 of their last 20 games on the road.The -20.5 line hasn’t been covered by Thunder in 9 consecutive games at home.The -20.5 line hasn’t been covered by Thunder in 17 of their last 20 games.The -20.5 line hasn’t been covered by Thunder in 9 of their last 10 games against Bulls.Bulls +20.5 Probability
According to the top sportsbooks, our pick has a 53.2% chance of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 60%. That means we’re regarding it as a value wager.
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Player Prop Picks
Collin Sexton (Bulls) has averaged 20.33 points in the past 6 games. We think that the line looks really appealing at -100 for this Player Points wager as we’re expecting him to cover this total.
Latest Collin Sexton Player Prop Odds
Josh Giddey (Bulls) has recorded Over 8.5 assists in 5 straight road games. We’re happy to take the -128 for this Player Assists prop bet as he is capable of a big performance against the Celtics.
Latest Josh Giddey Player Prop Odds
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Correct Score Prediction
Should you want to go for a selection at massive odds, head to the correct score lines where the Thunder can be backed speculatively to achieve a 128-112 victory.
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Chicago Bulls vs Oklahoma City Thunder Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Thunder Heavy Favorites in Eyes of the Books
The favorites are 97% likely to win according to the sportsbooks’ latest Moneyline odds, with Oklahoma City Thunder priced at -3333 to triumph in this NBA game. Chicago Bulls are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +1400.
The spread is 20.5 and the total points line is currently 236.5. Having a bet on the Totals is one of the most popular basketball wagers. If you’re wanting to back Over 236.5, the odds are -108.
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Betting Lines & Odds
Moneyline
Point Spread
Total Points
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Favorite to Score the Most Points
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is favorite when it comes to landing the most baskets. You can get -123 that he goes Over 29.5 points and -105 when it comes to Under.
Player Points
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Thunder)
Matas Buzelis (Bulls)
Chet Holmgren (Thunder)
Josh Giddey (Bulls)
Player Assists
Josh Giddey (Bulls)
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Thunder)
Jalen Williams (Thunder)
Tre Jones (Bulls)
Player Rebounds
Chet Holmgren (Thunder)
Josh Giddey (Bulls)
Nick Richards (Bulls)
Isaiah Hartenstein (Thunder)
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Thunder Rock Solid at Home
The Thunder have chalked up seven straight victories at Paycom Center. They have a 8-2 record in their last 10 home games, scoring 113.30 points per contest and conceding 106.20.
The Bulls have been on the losing end in three straight road games. They have two wins and eight losses in the last 10 games on the road, putting up 116.20 points per contest and giving up 127.20.
When the teams last met at Paycom Center, the Thunder beat the Bulls 145-117. From the past 9 head-to-heads at Paycom Center, the Thunder have won six while the Bulls have taken three.
Oklahoma City Thunder Home Stats
8-2
219.50
113.30
106.20
2
8
Chicago Bulls Away Stats
2-8
243.40
116.20
127.20
6
4
W-L = Wins-Losses
P = Avg. Points
PF = Avg. Points For
PA = Avg. Points Against
O235.5 = Games Over 235.5 Points
U235.5 = Games Under 235.5 Points
Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Chicago Bulls Stats
Oklahoma City Thunder Stats
4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 games
8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games
+20.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games
+20.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in the last 10 games on the road
-20.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 games
-20.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 1 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 245.90 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 243.40 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 235.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
Over 235.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 120.30 pts and allowed 125.60 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 116.20 pts and allowed 127.20 pts in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 221.50 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 219.50 pts in the previous 10 home games
Over 235.5: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games
Over 235.5 at Home: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 115.40 pts and allowed 106.10 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 113.30 pts and allowed 106.20 pts in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 30.00 (57%)
3-Pointers Made: 14.20 (35%)
Free Throws Made: 17.70 (76.62%)
Rebounds: Total 47.1, Offensive 11.30, Defensive 35.80
Assists: 28.20
Blocks: 4.70
Steals: 7.20
Turnovers : 14.40
Personal Fouls: 20.20
Last 10 Games on the Road
2-Pointers Made: 28.90 (56%)
3-Pointers Made: 14.00 (34%)
Free Throws Made: 16.40 (77%)
Rebounds: Total 45, Offensive 11.60, Defensive 33.40
Assists: 27.00
Blocks: 5.60
Steals: 7.10
Turnovers : 13.50
Personal Fouls: 18.40
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 27.60 (58%)
3-Pointers Made: 14.00 (36%)
Free Throws Made: 18.20 (82.35%)
Rebounds: Total 43.6, Offensive 9.10, Defensive 34.50
Assists: 24.80
Blocks: 4.70
Steals: 8.40
Turnovers : 11.30
Personal Fouls: 18.30
Last 10 Home Games
2-Pointers Made: 25.40 (53%)
3-Pointers Made: 14.70 (37%)
Free Throws Made: 18.40 (79.31%)
Rebounds: Total 45, Offensive 11.10, Defensive 33.90
Assists: 26.40
Blocks: 4.70
Steals: 9.50
Turnovers : 12.40
Personal Fouls: 16.90
Starting Lineups
Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of tip-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.
Expert Analysis by Jordan Williams
NBA Analyst
About the Analyst
Jordan Williams is an NBA Analyst with over 12 years of experience as a basketball odds compiler and betting analyst. Based in Los Angeles, he specialises in NBA market pricing, utilising efficiency-based metrics and first-hand game insight to identify long-term betting value.
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