Chicago Bulls vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/24

The Chicago Bulls will play the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center on Monday, November 24, 2025, at 8:00 PM. The Bulls have a record of 9-7, while the Pelicans are at 2-15. Fans can watch the game on CHSN.

The Bulls, led by Coach Billy Donovan, are ranked 7th in the Eastern Conference. They recently won against the Washington Wizards, 121-120. The Pelicans, with interim Coach James Borrego, are ranked 15th in the Western Conference. They lost their last game to the Atlanta Hawks, 115-98.

Bulls vs Pelicans Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Chicago Bulls vs. New Orleans Pelicans
  • Venue: Smoothie King Center
  • Date: November 24, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Bulls -5.0 (-112), Pelicans +5.0 (-109)

Chicago Bulls Team Preview

The Chicago Bulls have been playing high-scoring games this season. They average 120.8 points per game, placing them 7th in the league. Their pace is fast, with 103.9 possessions per game, the highest in the NBA.

Josh Giddey has been a standout player for the Bulls. He averages 20.4 points, 10.1 rebounds, and 9.7 assists per game. Nikola Vučević also contributes with 16.7 points and 9.6 rebounds per game.

The Bulls have faced challenges on defense. They allow 123.1 points per game, ranking 27th. The team also deals with injuries, including Zach Collins and Isaac Okoro being out. Kevin Huerter and Patrick Williams are questionable for the next game.

New Orleans Pelicans Team Preview

The New Orleans Pelicans have faced challenges recently, dropping their last three games. Their most recent game ended with a 115-98 loss against the Atlanta Hawks. Despite the loss, Saddiq Bey and Derik Queen showed strong performances, each scoring 18 and 20 points respectively.

In terms of season stats, the Pelicans rank 30th in points per game, averaging 108.6. They are also near the bottom in field goal percentage, sitting at 28th with 44.2%. On defense, they allow 121.4 points per game, placing them 24th in the league.

The Pelicans have been hit by injuries, with several key players sidelined. Jordan Poole, dealing with a quad strain, is expected to miss at least another week. Dejounte Murray and Herbert Jones are also out, impacting the team’s depth and performance.

BTB Betting Pick

The Chicago Bulls are favored by 5 points against the New Orleans Pelicans. The Bulls score 120.8 points per game, while the Pelicans score 108.6. Considering the Bulls’ offensive strength and the Pelicans’ defensive struggles, pick the Bulls to cover the spread at -5.0.

The over/under for this game is set at 241.5 points. The Bulls allow 123.1 points per game, and the Pelicans allow 121.4. With both teams having high points allowed, the total is likely to go over 241.5.