Boston Celtics vs Chicago Bulls Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/24

The Boston Celtics are set to play against the Chicago Bulls at the United Center. The game is scheduled for Saturday, January 24, 2026, at 8:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on NBCS.

The Celtics have a record of 28-16 and are ranked second in the Eastern Conference. They have been doing well on the road, with a 15-9 away record. The Bulls have a balanced record of 22-22 and are ninth in the Eastern Conference. They have been strong at home, with a 14-9 home record. Both teams are coming off recent wins, making this game an interesting one to watch.

Celtics vs Bulls Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Boston Celtics vs. Chicago Bulls
  • Venue: United Center
  • Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Celtics -1.5 (-109), Bulls +1.5 (-114), Celtics MoneyLine -118, Bulls MoneyLine -104, Over/Under 230.5

Boston Celtics Team Preview

The Boston Celtics recently played well in their games. They won against the Brooklyn Nets with a score of 130-126. Jaylen Brown had 27 points and 12 assists, while Payton Pritchard added 32 points.

The Celtics have been strong on offense this season. They are scoring 117.1 points per game. They are also making 15.8 three-pointers per game, which ranks them second in the league.

Jaylen Brown is leading the team with 29.7 points per game. Derrick White is contributing 17.6 points per game. Neemias Queta is also helping with 8.2 rebounds per game.

Chicago Bulls Team Preview

The Chicago Bulls are on a strong run with recent wins over the Timberwolves, Clippers, and Nets. In these games, they scored 120, 138, and 124 points, respectively. Coby White and Nikola Vučević have been key contributors, with White scoring 27 points against the Clippers and Vučević grabbing 11 rebounds against the Nets.

Offensively, the Bulls rank 7th in points per game with an average of 118.0. They are also 4th in possessions per game and have a field goal percentage of 47.6. The team is 3rd in assists per game, showing their ability to move the ball well.

On the defensive side, the Bulls allow 119.9 points per game, ranking 26th. They are 5th in steals per game, which helps create opportunities. Injuries have been a concern, with players like Tre Jones and Zach Collins out, but Josh Giddey and Patrick Williams are expected to play.

BTB Betting Pick

The Celtics are favored by 1.5 points against the Bulls. Boston’s strong defense, allowing only 110.2 points per game, gives them an edge. The Bulls’ defense has struggled, allowing 119.9 points per game. With these factors, picking the Celtics to cover the spread is a solid choice.

The total for the game is set at 230.5 points. The Celtics score 117.1 points per game, while the Bulls score 118.0 points per game. However, the Celtics’ strong defense could limit the Bulls’ scoring. Given the defensive stats, taking the under seems like a smart pick.