Chicago Bulls vs Philadelphia 76ers Prediction 12-8-24 NBA Picks
Philadelphia 76ers (6-15) vs. Chicago Bulls (10-14)
December 8, 2024 1:00 pm EDT
The Line: Chicago Bulls -2; Over/Under: -
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The Philadelphia 76ers and Chicago Bulls meet Sunday in NBA action at the United Center. Here’s a Chicago Bulls vs Philadelphia 76ers Prediction. This article will include a Chicago Bulls vs Philadelphia 76ers Pick.
Philadelphia 76ers Betting Preview
The Philadelphia 76ers beat the Hornets, split with the Magic, and they play the Pacers, Hornets, and Cavs next. The Philadelphia 76ers are averaging 105.2 points on 43.7 percent shooting and allowing 111.4 points on 47.9 percent shooting. Tyrese Maxey is averaging 24.9 points and 4.8 assists, while Joel Embiid is averaging 19.8 points and 7.5 rebounds. Jared McCain is the third double-digit scorer and Paul George is grabbing 5.3 rebounds. The Philadelphia 76ers are shooting 32.6 percent from beyond the arc and 77.5 percent from the free-throw line. The Philadelphia 76ers are allowing 35.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 39.4 rebounds per game.
Chicago Bulls Betting Preview
The Chicago Bulls beat the Spurs, lost to the Pacers, and they play the Hornets, Raptors, and Celtics next. The Chicago Bulls are averaging 119 points on 47.7 percent shooting and allowing 123.3 points on 48.4 percent shooting. Zach LaVine is averaging 21.8 points and 4.3 rebounds, while Nikola Vucevic is averaging 20.9 points and 3.2 assists. Coby White is the third double-digit scorer and Josh Giddey is grabbing 6.3 rebounds. The Chicago Bulls are shooting 38.1 percent from beyond the arc and 79.1 percent from the free throw line. The Chicago Bulls are allowing 34.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44.6 rebounds per game.
Why the Philadelphia 76ers will win
- The 76ers have won each of their last 12 day games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a losing record.
- The Bulls have lost seven of their last eight day games against Atlantic Division opponents.
- The 76ers have covered the spread in seven of their last eight games against the Bulls at United Center.
- The Bulls have failed to cover the spread in five of their last six day games at United Center following a home loss.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the last five games between the 76ers and Bulls has gone UNDER the total points line.
- Six of the 76ers’ last seven games against Eastern Conference opponents have gone UNDER the total points line.
Chicago Bulls vs Philadelphia 76ers Prediction
The Philadelphia 76ers aren’t a team I trust game to game, but they’re getting healthier, and they’ve quietly won 3 of their last 4 games. The Chicago Bulls still don’t play a lick of defense, and they’re 3-8 SU at home this season. If the 76ers are serious about turning this season around and getting back in the thick of the playoff race, these are games they win. Obviously, the status of Embiid would help, but the bottom line is the Bulls aren’t good. The 76ers should win this, and the fact we’re getting a free bucket… Give me Philly on the road.