Chicago Bulls (19-23) vs. Toronto Raptors (15-25)
January 18, 2024 7:30 pm EDT
The Line: Toronto Raptors +1.5; Over/Under: +228
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The Chicago Bulls look for a win after splitting their last 10 games. The Toronto Raptors need a win after losing 4 of their last 5 games. Let’s preview this game and give out a Chicago Bulls vs Toronto Raptors prediction.
Chicago Bulls Betting Preview
The Chicago Bulls are coming off losses to the Warriors and Cavs while beating the Spurs. The Chicago Bulls are averaging 110.1 points on 45.8 percent shooting and allowing 112.4 points on 46.6 percent shooting. DeMar DeRozan is averaging 22 points and 4 rebounds, while Zach LaVine is averaging 20 points and 4 assists. Coby White is the third double-digit scorer and Nikola Vucevic is grabbing 10.4 rebounds. The Chicago Bulls are shooting 36 percent from beyond the arc and 78.7 percent from the free throw line. The Chicago Bulls are allowing 36.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.4 rebounds per game. The Bulls will take on the Grizzlies after this game.
Chicago Bulls Team Facts
- The Bulls have won each of their last 12 games as favorites against the Raptors.
- The Bulls have covered the spread in 11 of their last 12 games as favorites against the Raptors.
- Nine of the Bulls’ last 10 games against Eastern Conference opponents have gone UNDER the total points line.
Toronto Raptors Betting Preview
The Toronto Raptors rebounded from losses to the Jazz and Celtics with a win over the Heat. The Toronto Raptors are averaging 115.1 points on 48.2 percent shooting and allowing 116.3 points on 48.4 percent shooting. Scottie Barnes is averaging 20.2 points and 8.5 rebounds, while RJ Barrett is averaging 19.9 points and 7.1 rebounds. Immanuel Quickley is the third double-digit scorer, and Dennis Schroder is dishing 6.5 assists. The Toronto Raptors are shooting 36 percent from beyond the arc and 73.8 percent from the free throw line. The Toronto Raptors are allowing 38.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44 rebounds per game. The Raptors will play against the Knicks after this one.
Toronto Raptors Team Facts
- The Raptors have lost each of their last 11 games as underdogs against Eastern Conference opponents following a win.
- The Raptors have failed to cover the spread in seven of their last eight games on the second leg of a back-to-back after winning as underdogs.
- Each of the Raptors’ last seven home games against Central Division opponents have gone OVER the total points line.
Chicago Bulls vs Toronto Raptors prediction
The Toronto Raptors are having a rough week, and it’s going to take more than a win over the Heat to turn the tide. The Raptors are on the end of a back to back, and they just traded away their best player in Pascal Siakam. The Chicago Bulls continue to play decent ball of the most part, and they have the edge here with the rest advantage. Not an ideal spot for the Raptors with the trade and playing yesterday. Who knows what the roster looks like in this game. Give me the Bulls and the small chalk, as these are must wins if they’re going to make something of this season.
