Boston Celtics (43-12) vs. Chicago Bulls (26-29)
February 22, 2024 8:00 pm EDT
The Line: Chicago Bulls +8; Over/Under: +226
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The Boston Celtics are riding a 6-game winning streak. The Chicago Bulls look for a win after splitting their last 10 games. Let’s preview this game and give out a Boston Celtics vs Chicago Bulls prediction.
Boston Celtics Betting Preview
The Boston Celtics are coming off wins over the Grizzlies, Hawks, Wizards, Heat, and Nets. The Boston Celtics are averaging 120.7 points on 48.1 percent shooting and allowing 110.6 points on 44.8 percent shooting. Jayson Tatum is averaging 27.1 points and 8.6 rebounds, while Jaylen Brown is averaging 22 points and 5.5 rebounds. Kristaps Porzingis is the third double-digit scorer and Derrick White is grabbing 3.9 rebounds. The Boston Celtics are shooting 38 percent from beyond the arc and 80.8 percent from the free throw line. The Boston Celtics are allowing 35.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 47.3 rebounds per game.
Chicago Bulls Betting Preview
The Chicago Bulls recently beat the Hawks while losing to the Magic and Cavs. The Chicago Bulls are averaging 111.8 points on 46.7 percent shooting and allowing 112.9 points on 47 percent shooting. DeMar DeRozan is averaging 22.7 points and 4.1 rebounds, while Coby White is averaging 19.6 points and 5.3 assists. Nikola Vucevic is the third double-digit scorer and Patrick Williams is grabbing 3.9 rebounds. The Chicago Bulls are shooting 36.1 percent from beyond the arc and 79.1 percent from the free throw line. The Chicago Bulls are allowing 36.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.5 rebounds per game.
Chicago Bulls Team Facts
- The Bulls have won each of their last nine Thursday games against the Celtics.
- The Bulls have covered the spread in nine of their last 10 games against Eastern Conference opponents following a loss.
- Each of the Bulls’ last eight home games against Atlantic Division opponents have gone UNDER the total points line.
Boston Celtics Team Facts
- The Celtics have won each of their last eight games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a losing record.
- The Celtics have failed to cover the spread in each of their last six games as favorites following a home win.
- Seven of the Celtics’ last eight road games following a home win have gone UNDER the total points line.
Boston Celtics vs Chicago Bulls prediction
Obviously the Boston Celtics are capable of winning in blowout fashion, but as I’ve said countless times previously, they’re not covering these big numbers. In fact, the Celtics are 2-7-1 ATS in their last 10 games and 25-27-3 ATS on the season. Oddsmakers keep throwing out these inflated lines, and the Celtics aren’t cashing tickets. Because of the constant letdowns in terms of covering numbers, I’m going to side with the Bulls and the points.
