Looking for Bulls vs. Spurs predictions? We have you covered as the Spurs travel to take on the Bulls on Thursday, Dec 21 at 8:00 ET. Currently, the total sits at 229 with the Bulls favored by 5 at home. Keep reading to get our Bulls vs. Spurs player props and predictions.
Bulls vs. Spurs Odds
- Spread: Bulls -5
- Total 229
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Game Info
- Date: Thursday, Dec 21
- Time: 8:00 ET
- Location: United Center, Chicago IL
- TV: NBCS
Spurs Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Spurs have an over/under record of 4-1 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
- When looking at their past three road matchups, San Antonio has an ATS record of 2-1 while averaging 98 per game. The team went 0-3 overall in these games.
- In their last five games as the betting underdog, the Spurs have a straight up record of 1-4 and an ATS mark of 3-2.
Bulls Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Bulls have an over/under record of 3-1-1 and are 4-1 vs. the spread.
- Chicago has played well in their previous five home games, going 3-2 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 119 points per game while allowing 116. The team also performed well vs the spread at 5-0.
- Going back to their last ten games as the favorite, the Bulls have a straight up record of 5-5. But, their mark vs the spread was just 4-6.
Will the Spurs Defense Show Up in Chicago?
Over the last ten games, the Spurs are 1-9 and enter today’s game vs. the Bulls with an overall record of 4-22. In the Western Conference, the Spurs are in 15th place and 5th in the Southwest Division.
The Spurs recently showcased a strong offensive performance, scoring 119 points against the Bucks. This output exceeded their season average of 110.9 points per game. On the offensive front, the Spurs have a season-long field goal percentage of 45%, ranking 28th in the NBA. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are ranked 26th in terms of percentage and 13th in three-pointers made.
Coming into the game, the Spurs will be looking to improve their defense, as they are currently giving up 122.5 points per game (27).
On two point field goal attempts, the Spurs’ defensive unit is allowing a field goal percentage of 55.9% and allowing 39.0% from beyond the arc.
Can the Bulls Please their Home Crowd?
On the road, the Bulls are 4-10 this season compared to their 8-7 home record as they look to go above .500 with a win vs. the Spurs. Overall, the Bulls are 12-17 this season.
Chicago’s offense is coming off a good game, putting up 124 points vs. the Lakers. Overall, they hit 54.5% of their shots from the field and went 10/11 from the free-throw line. On the offensive front, the Bulls have a season-long field goal percentage of 45%, ranking 27th in the NBA. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are ranked 9th in terms of percentage and 14th in three-pointers made.
Coming into today’s game, the Bulls’ defense is giving up an average of 113.1 points per contest.
So far this season, the Bulls’ defense has struggled with fouls, averaging 17th in fouls per contest. On average, opponents are getting to the line 23.3 times per game vs. Chicago.
Bulls vs. Spurs Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is DeMar DeRozan and his points prop of 23.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -105 while the under is at -130. In this game against the Bulls, we suggest betting on the under for DeMar DeRozan and his points prop set at 23.5. Our player projection model anticipates him not reaching his prop, with a projected total of 20.
- The Prop: DeMar DeRozan Under 23.5 Points (-130)
Bulls vs. Spurs Predictions
Not only do we have the Bulls winning this one by a score of 111-105, but we see them covering the spread. Our pick is to grab the Bulls at -5.
Right now, the over/under line for the game is sitting at 229 and given that our model is projecting 216 points between the teams, we like the under.
The Pick: Bulls -5 | at Fanduel Sportsbook