San Antonio Spurs vs Chicago Bulls Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/23
Don’t miss out on the NBA showdown between the Spurs and Bulls. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on NBCS, and it’s hosted by the Bulls at United Center in Chicago, IL. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 230.5 points, and the Bulls are favored to win at home against the Spurs.
SAN ANTONIO SPURS VS CHICAGO BULLS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Chicago Bulls -4
This game will be played at United Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, December 21st.
WHY BET THE CHICAGO BULLS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 110-105 in favor of the Bulls.
- Our projections have DeMar DeRozan finishing with DeMar DeRozan points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists.
- From the field, we have the Bulls finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.8% and knocking down 12 threes.
Will the Spurs Exceed Expectations on the Road?
Heading into their matchup with the Bulls, the Spurs are 4-22 and are hoping to end a two game skid. In the Western Conference, the Spurs are 15th and currently hold the 5th spot in the Southwest division.
San Antonio’s ATS record is currently below .500 at 11-15 for the season. The Spurs maintain an ATS record of 5-7 on the road, while they have a 6-8 record vs. the spread when playing at home.
San Antonio is fresh off a strong offensive showing, putting up 119 points versus the Bucks. This output is higher than their season-average of 110.9 points per game. Currently leading the team in scoring is Victor Wembanyama who comes into today’s matchup averaging 19. Keldon Johnson also heads into the game with a PPG average of 17.5.
Facing Chicago, the Spurs aims for a better defensive performance, given their current average of 122.5 points allowed per game (27).
Inside the arc, the Spurs defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 55.9% and 39.0% from three-point territory.
Will the Bulls Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?
Out of the Bulls’ last five games, they have gone 3-2 and have an overall record of 12-17. In their 29 games, the Bulls are 8-11 against Eastern Conference teams and 4-6 in non-conference play.
Chicago comes in with an overall ATS record of 15-14 so far this season. Currently, the Bulls have a two game ATS win streak when they are favored, and they are 11-8 against the spread as underdogs.
Chicago’s offense is coming off a strong performance, scoring 124 points against the Lakers. They had an overall field goal percentage of 54.5% and made 10/11 free throws. DeMar DeRozan led the scoring for the Bulls, contributing 27 points. Additionally, Coby White chipped in with 17 points.
Currently, the Bulls’ defense holds the 13 rank in the NBA, allowing 113.1 points per game.
Most recently, the Bulls’ defense put together a solid performance, giving up just 108 points to the Lakers.