Chicago Bulls vs Boston Celtics Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/5

The Chicago Bulls are set to play against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. The game is scheduled for Monday, January 5, 2026, at 7:30 PM. Fans can watch the game on NBCS.

The Bulls come into this game with a record of 17-18. They are ranked 9th in the Eastern Conference and 3rd in the Central Division. The Celtics have a 22-12 record and hold the 3rd spot in the Eastern Conference and 2nd in the Atlantic Division.

Bulls vs Celtics Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Chicago Bulls vs. Boston Celtics
  • Venue: TD Garden
  • Date: Monday, January 5, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Bulls Spread +10.5 (-110), Celtics Spread -10.5 (-112), Bulls MoneyLine +384, Celtics MoneyLine -506, Over/Under 236

Chicago Bulls Team Preview

The Chicago Bulls have shown mixed results in their recent games. They secured a 121-114 win against the Orlando Magic and a 134-118 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. However, they faced a 99-112 defeat to the Charlotte Hornets. This inconsistency is a theme for the Bulls this season.

Nikola Vučević is a key player for the Bulls. He scored 28 points with 7 rebounds and 8 assists in the game against the Hornets. Matas Buzelis also contributes significantly, scoring 21 points with 9 rebounds against the Magic. These players are crucial for the team’s performance.

Chicago’s offense is strong with 118.3 points per game, ranking 12th in the league. They excel in assists, averaging 29.5 per game, placing them 3rd. On defense, they allow 121.8 points per game, which is an area needing improvement. Their next game will test their ability to tighten their defense.

Boston Celtics Team Preview

The Boston Celtics have shown strong performance in their recent games. They defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 146-115, with Jaylen Brown scoring 50 points. The team also secured wins against the Sacramento Kings and Utah Jazz, scoring over 120 points in each game.

Offensively, the Celtics rank high in three-point shooting, making 15.8 threes per game, which is second in the league. They also have an effective field goal percentage of 56.4, placing them fifth. However, they rank lower in free throws, with only 15.6 made per game.

Defensively, the Celtics allow only 110.7 points per game, ranking second in this category. They also limit opponents to a field goal percentage of 45.1, which ranks third. Despite their strong defense, they allow a higher number of three-pointers, with opponents making 14.1 per game.

BTB Betting Pick

The Celtics are favored by 10.5 points against the Bulls. With a strong defense allowing only 110.7 points per game, the Celtics can cover the spread. The Bulls’ defense struggles, allowing 121.8 points per game. The projected score is Celtics 122, Bulls 110, so taking the Celtics -10.5 is the pick.

The total for the game is set at 236 points. The Bulls have a high-paced offense but also allow many points, while the Celtics have a solid defense. The projected total score is 232 points, suggesting the under 236 is the better option.