The 76ers are all set to face off against the Chicago Bulls on Monday, Dec 18. Today’s game is slated to tip off at 7:00 ET and will be shown on NBCS. Philadelphia enters this contest as 11-point favorites, and the over/under total stands at 227.5. Can the Bulls come out on top as the favorite? Our 76ers vs. Bulls predictions can be found below.
76ers vs. Bulls Odds
- Spread: 76ers -11
- Total 227.5
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Game Info
- Date: Monday, Dec 18
- Time: 7:00 ET
- Location: Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia PA
- TV: NBCS
Bulls Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Bulls have an over/under record of 4-0-1 and are 4-1 vs. the spread.
- In their last five road games, Chicago has averaged 117 points per game while allowing 120. The team’s record in this stretch was 2-3 while going 4-1.
- As the betting underdog, the Bulls have an ATS mark of just 5-5 in their last ten games. Chicago posted a straight up mark of 3-7 in these matchups.
76ers Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the 76ers have an over/under record of 4-1 and are 4-1 vs. the spread.
- When looking at their past three matchups at home, Philadelphia has an ATS record of 3-0 while averaging 131 per game. The team went 3-0 overall in these games.
- Philadelphia has done well both straight up and vs the spread when favored to win the game, going 3-0 SU and 3-0 ATS in their last three games.
Will Chicago Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?
Coming into today’s matchup vs. the 76ers, the Bulls have an overall record of 10-17 with a 1-2 record in their last three games. When playing away from home, the Bulls are 3-10 this season compared to their 7-7 record at home.
In their recent matchup, the Bulls offense ended with 116 points against the Heat. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 48.1% and made 16 threes. The team’s top scorer is DeMar DeRozan, who enters today’s matchup with an average of 22.5, while Coby White also carries a PPG average of 17.3 into the game.
Currently, the Bulls’ defense holds the 14th rank in the NBA, allowing 113.6 points per game.
Opponents are hitting 55.6% of their two-point field goal attempts this season, and they’re also connecting on 37.7% of their three-point attempts.
Does Philadelphia Have What it Takes at Home?
With their current overall record of 18-7, the 76ers have won six straight games. When playing at home, the 76ers are 10-3 compared to their 8-4 road record.
In their latest game, Philadelphia’s offense looked good, scoring 135 points against the Hornets. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 60.2% and made 15/17 free throws. The team’s top scorer is Joel Embiid, who enters today’s matchup with an average of 34.2, while Tyrese Maxey also carries a PPG average of 25.6 into the game.
Coming into today’s game, the 76ers’ defense is giving up an average of 111.0 points per contest.
Opponents are hitting 53.2% of their two-point field goal attempts this season, and they’re also connecting on 34.1% of their three-point attempts.
76ers vs. Bulls Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Joel Embiid and his points prop of 33.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -151 while the under is at +110. For his matchup against the 76ers, we recommend taking the under on Joel Embiid and his prop bet of 33.5 points. According to our player projection model, he is expected to fall short of his prop, with a projection of 29.
- The Prop: Joel Embiid Under 33.5 Points (+110)
76ers vs. Bulls Predictions
For a pick on the point-spread in this 76ers vs. Bulls matchup, our bet is to grab the Bulls at +11. Even though our projections have the 76ers winning 116-110, we see the Bulls as the play on the point-spread.
As for the over/under, the the line is currently at 227.5, and our model projects the Bulls and 76ers to reach a combined total of 226 points. Our bet is on taking the under.
The Pick: Bulls +11 | at Fanduel Sportsbook