Toronto Raptors (18-41) vs. Chicago Bulls (23-36)
February 28, 2025 8:00 pm EDT
The Line: Chicago Bulls -2; Over/Under: 235
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The Toronto Raptors and Chicago Bulls meet Friday in NBA action at the United Center. Here’s a Bulls vs Raptors Prediction. This article will include a Bulls vs Raptors Pick.
Toronto Raptors Betting Preview
The Toronto Raptors lost to the Celtics and Pacers, and they play the Magic, Jazz, and Wizards next. The Raptors have lost nine of their last 12 games.
The Toronto Raptors are averaging 110.9 points on 46.6 percent shooting and allowing 116.5 points on 47 percent shooting. RJ Barrett is averaging 21.9 points and 6.5 rebounds, while Scottie Barnes is averaging 19.9 points and 7.9 rebounds. Immanuel Quickley is the third double-digit scorer, and Gradey Dick is dishing 1.8 assists. The Toronto Raptors are shooting 35.4 percent from beyond the arc and 74.7 percent from the free-throw line. The Toronto Raptors are allowing 35.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.9 rebounds per game.
Chicago Bulls Betting Preview
The Chicago Bulls lost to the Clippers, beat the 76ers, and they play the Pacers, Cavs, and Magic next. The Bulls could use a win after losing 11 of their last 15 games.
The Chicago Bulls are averaging 116.4 points on 46.2 percent shooting and allowing 120.4 points on 47.1 percent shooting. Nikola Vucevic is averaging 19.1 points and 10.3 rebounds, while Coby White is averaging 18 points and 4.7 assists. Josh Giddey is the third double-digit scorer and Ayo Dosunmu is grabbing 3.5 rebounds. The Chicago Bulls are shooting 37 percent from beyond the arc and 80.6 percent from the free-throw line. The Chicago Bulls are allowing 34.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.3 rebounds per game.
Why the Chicago Bulls will win
- The Raptors have lost each of their last eight games against Central Division opponents.
- The Bulls have won each of their last five home games against the Raptors following a loss.
- The Raptors have failed to cover the spread in each of their last five games against Central Division opponents.
- The Bulls have covered the spread in each of their last four games.
Why the Toronto Raptors will win
- The Bulls have lost each of their last five games as favorites.
- The Raptors have won three of their last four games as underdogs following a road loss.
- The Raptors have covered the spread in seven of their last eight road games against teams that held a losing record.
- The Bulls have failed to cover the spread in each of their last five games as favorites.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Bulls rank 30th in the league for free throws made per game this season (15.3).
- The Bulls rank 30th in the league for free throw attempts per game this season (19.0).
- The Raptors rank 30th in the league for opponent free throws made per game this season (19.7).
- The Raptors rank 30th in the league for opponent free throw attempts per game this season (25.5).
Bulls vs Raptors Injury Report
The Bulls will be without Patrick Williams, Jalen Smith, and Ayo Dosunmu. Nikola Vucevic is doubtful with a calf injury.
The Raptors will be without Ulrich Chomche, Garrett Temple, Jamison Battle, PJ Tucker, and Brandon Ingram. Scottie Barnes is questionable with a hip injury.
Bulls vs Raptors Prediction
I’m not excited to get behind either the Bulls or Raptors, but somebody has to win. I’ll lean Bulls because they’re at home. The Bulls have won six of the last nine games against the Nets, which includes a win last month on the road where they scored 122 points. The Raptors are 5-22 SU on the road this season. The Bulls are also in the play-in spot currently, so there’s something to play for on that side. The Bulls can’t afford to blow games like this at home if they’re serious about being in the postseason. I’ll lay the bucket.
