The Bulls are set to face the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday, Dec 20. The game is scheduled for 8:00 ET while airing on NBCS. Los Angeles enters this game as 4.5-point favorites with the total set at 225.5. How will this one play out? Let’s dive into the Bulls vs Lakers players props and predictions below.
Bulls vs. Lakers Odds
- Spread: Lakers -4.5
- Total 225.5
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Game Info
- Date: Wednesday, Dec 20
- Time: 8:00 ET
- Location: United Center, Chicago IL
- TV: NBCS
Lakers Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Lakers have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 1-4 vs. the spread.
- Across the Lakers last ten road games, the team averaged 114 points per game while allowing 121. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 4-6, while going 5-5 straight-up.
- Spanning across their last five games as the betting favorite, the Lakers have gone 1-4 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 2-3.
Bulls Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Bulls have an over/under record of 3-1-1 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
- In their last ten games at home, the Bulls have a straight up record of 3-7 while going 6-4 vs the spread. The team’s offense averaged 112 points per game in these contests.
- Chicago has done well both straight up and vs the spread when favored to win the game, going 2-1 SU and 2-1 ATS in their last three games.
Will the Lakers Live Up to Expectations on the Road?
Coming into today’s game, the Lakers are 15-12 overall and have gone 1-2 in their last three games. When playing on the road, the Lakers are 5-9 compared to their 10-3 home record this season.
The Lakers’ offense recently wrapped up a game with a total of 109 points against the Knicks. In that game, they made 13/41 three-point attempts and achieved a field goal percentage of 42.4%. Offensively, the Lakers have a season long field goal percentage of 48%, which is 5th in the league In terms of three-pointers, they are 25th in percentage and 28th in three-pointers made.
Currently, the Lakers’ defense holds the 14 rank in the NBA, allowing 113.5 points per game.
When it comes to forced turnovers, the Lakers are forcing 13.7 per game, which is 19th in the league. They also come into the game sitting 12th in blocked shots at 5.5 per game.
Taking a Look at the Bulls Chances at Home
In their last five games, the Bulls are 2-3 and have an overall record of 11-17. Currently, the Bulls are 12th in the Eastern Conference and 4th in the Central division.
In their latest game, the Bulls offense put up 108 points against the 76ers. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 47.2% and made 12 threes. The top scorer for the Bulls was Coby White with 24 points, while Nikola Vucevic also chipped in with 23 points.
At this time, the Bulls’ defense is positioned 13 in the NBA, permitting 113.3 points per game.
Opponents are hitting 55.4% of their two-point field goal attempts this season, and they’re also connecting on 37.6% of their three-point attempts.
Bulls vs. Lakers Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Anthony Davis and his points prop of 28.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -106 while the under is at -129. For his matchup against the Bulls, we recommend taking the under on Anthony Davis and his prop bet of 28.5 points. According to our player projection model, he is expected to fall short of his prop, with a projection of 24.
- The Prop: Anthony Davis Under 28.5 Points (-129)
Bulls vs. Lakers Predictions
For a pick on the point-spread in this Lakers vs. Bulls matchup, our bet is to grab the Bulls at +4.5. Even though our projections have the Lakers winning 111-110, we see the Bulls as the play on the point-spread.
As for the over/under, the the line is currently at 225.5, and our model projects the Lakers and Bulls to reach a combined total of 221 points. Our bet is on taking the under.
The Pick: Bulls +4.5 | at Fanduel Sportsbook