Milwaukee Bucks vs Chicago Bulls Betting Pick & Prediction for 3/1

The Milwaukee Bucks will play against the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on Sunday, March 1, 2026. The Bucks come in with a record of 26-32, holding the 11th spot in the Eastern Conference. They are led by head coach Doc Rivers and have recently lost to the New York Knicks.

The Chicago Bulls, with a record of 24-36, sit 12th in the Eastern Conference. They are coached by Billy Donovan and are looking to snap their current losing streak. Both teams are eager to improve their standings in the Central Division. The game will be broadcast on CHSN at 3:30 PM.

Bucks vs Bulls Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Milwaukee Bucks vs. Chicago Bulls
  • Venue: United Center
  • Date: Sunday, March 1, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Bucks Spread -4.0 (-112), Bulls Spread +4.0 (-110), Bucks MoneyLine -168, Bulls MoneyLine +140, Over/Under 228

Milwaukee Bucks Team Preview

The Milwaukee Bucks are facing a tough stretch with key players out due to injuries. Giannis Antetokounmpo is sidelined with a calf strain and will miss four to six weeks. Taurean Prince is also out with a neck injury and is out indefinitely.

In recent games, Kevin Porter Jr. has been stepping up for the Bucks. He scored 32 points in their win against the Miami Heat and recorded a double-double against the New York Knicks with 11 points and 10 assists. Ryan Rollins has also been a key contributor, scoring 21 points against both the Heat and the Raptors.

Despite their challenges, the Bucks have been effective in their shooting. They rank third in effective field goal percentage at 56.8% and second in three-point percentage at 39.1%. However, they struggle at the free-throw line, ranking last with a 73.9% free-throw percentage.

Chicago Bulls Team Preview

The Chicago Bulls have faced some tough losses recently. They lost to the Portland Trail Blazers 121-112, with Matas Buzelis scoring 20 points. Before that, they fell to the Charlotte Hornets 131-99, with Buzelis again leading the team with 32 points.

For the season, the Bulls are averaging 115.7 points per game, ranking 13th in the league. Their three-point shooting is a strong point, with 14.6 made per game. However, their defense has struggled, allowing 120.5 points per game, which ranks 27th.

The injury report for the Bulls is concerning. Key players like Anfernee Simons and Patrick Williams are out due to injuries. This could impact their performance in upcoming games, as they will need to rely on other players to step up.

BTB Betting Pick

The Bucks are favored by 4 points against the Bulls. Given their efficient shooting and strong defensive stats, the Bucks are likely to cover the spread. The projected score is Bucks 116, Bulls 111, suggesting the Bucks will win by more than 4 points.

The total for the game is set at 228. With both teams having high-scoring offenses and allowing many points, the game is likely to go over. The projected total score is 227, which is close to the line, but the offensive capabilities suggest a higher scoring game. Consider taking the over at 228.