The Phoenix Suns and Chicago Bulls meet Sunday in NBA action at the United Center. Here’s a Bulls vs. Suns Prediction. This article will include a Bulls vs. Suns Pick.
Phoenix Suns Betting Preview
The Phoenix Suns lost to the Magic and Hornets and will play the Rockets next. The Suns have lost 8 of their last 11 games.
The Phoenix Suns are averaging 112.7 points on 45.4 percent shooting and allowing 111.2 points on 47.1 percent shooting. Devin Booker is averaging 25.5 points and 3.9 rebounds, while Dillon Brooks is averaging 20.9 points and 3.7 rebounds. Jaylen Green is the third double-digit scorer, and Grayson Allen is grabbing 3 rebounds. The Phoenix Suns are shooting 36.3 percent from beyond the arc and 78.3 percent from the free throw line. The Phoenix Suns are allowing 34.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.2 rebounds per game.
Chicago Bulls Betting Preview
The Chicago Bulls lost to the Pacers and Knicks and play the Wizards next. The Bulls have lost 16 of their last 21 games.
The Chicago Bulls are averaging 116.4 points on 46.9 percent shooting and allowing 121 points on 47.6 percent shooting. Josh Giddey is averaging 17.6 points and 8.3 rebounds, while Collin Sexton is averaging 16.1 points and 2.4 assists. Anfernee Simons is the third double-digit scorer, and Matas Buzelis is grabbing 5.4 rebounds. The Chicago Bulls are shooting 36.2 percent from beyond the arc and 78 percent from the free-throw line. The Chicago Bulls are allowing 36.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.2 rebounds per game.
Why the Chicago Bulls will win
- The Suns have lost each of their last five road games following a loss.
- The Bulls have won each of their last four day games.
- The Bulls have covered the spread in each of their last six games as underdogs against Western Conference opponents following a loss.
- The Suns have failed to cover the spread in each of their last five games as favorites against Eastern Conference opponents following a loss.
Why the Phoenix Suns will win
- The Suns have won 12 of their last 13 road games against Central Division opponents that held a losing record.
- The Bulls have lost each of their last six games.
- The Suns have covered the spread in 14 of their last 16 road games against teams that held a losing record.
- The Bulls have failed to cover the spread in five of their last six home games when playing with a rest disadvantage.
Total Points: Facts
- Each of the Suns’ last six road games against Eastern Conference opponents has gone OVER the total points line.
- Twelve of the Bulls’ last 15 home games against Pacific Division opponents have gone OVER the total points line.
Chicago Bulls Player Facts
- Tre Jones ranks 1st amongst qualified Guards for FG% (55.2%) this season.
- Matas Buzelis is one of only 11 players in the league to have recorded 6+ blocks in a game this season.
Phoenix Suns Player Facts
- Grayson Allen ranks 7th amongst qualified players for three-pointers made per game (3.3) this season.
- Mark Williams ranks 9th amongst qualified players for second-chance points per game (3.3) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Bulls rank 30th in the league for opponent field goals made per game this season (44.9).
- The Bulls rank 29th in the league for opponent field goal attempts per game this season (93.8).
- The Suns have suffered the largest comeback loss when leading through Q3 this season—led by 18 points vs. the Hawks on November 16.
- The Suns rank 30th in the league for Q4 points per game this season (25.9).
Bulls vs Suns Injury Report
The Bulls will be without Noa Essengue, Zach Collins, Jalen Smith, and Anfernee Simons. Nick Richards is questionable.
The Suns will be without Haywood Highsmith. Amir Coffey is questionable.
Bulls vs Suns Prediction
The Bulls are back to their losing ways and they don’t cover enough numbers to deserve a fair look. The Suns have been losing as well lately, but they’re healthier and are still 45-29-3 ATS on the season. The Suns are one of the best cover teams in the NBA. The Suns are also fighting for better playoff position and this is a revenge spot after losing to the Bulls a month ago as a double-digit favorite. Thick line for a road team on an early start. I’m still backing the Suns due to their ATS track record.