For your Pistons vs. Bulls predictions needs, we’ve got you covered as the Bulls hit the road to face the Pistons on Thursday, Apr 11 at 7:00 ET. Currently, the total sits at 220.5, with the Bulls favored by 9.5 on the road. Check out our Pistons vs. Bulls player props and predictions.
Pistons vs. Bulls Odds
- Spread: Bulls -9.5
- Total 220.5
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Game Info
- Date: Thursday, Apr 11
- Time: 7:00 ET
- Location: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit MI
- TV: NBCS
Bulls Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Bulls have an over/under record of 1-4 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- Although Chicago has a straight up record of 2-3 in their last five road games, they have not held up as well vs the spread going 2-3. The team averaged 112 points per game in these games.
- Looking back on the team’s last five games as the favorite, the Bulls have a straight up record of 2-3. Their record vs the spread in these games was 1-4.
Pistons Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Pistons have an over/under record of 2-3 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- Across their ten previous home games, Detroit has an ATS mark of 5-5. Their straight up record in these matchups was 1-9 while averaging 98 points per game.
- Going back to their previous three games as the underdog, Detroit has an ATS mark of 1-2 while going 0-3 straight up.
Can Chicago Pull Off A Win at Little Caesars Arena?
Chicago has lost two straight games and is 37-42 on the season. In the Eastern Conference, they are in 9th place and 4th in the Central Division.
The Bulls were 5-point underdogs in their last game against the Knicks, but they lost by a score of 128-117. The O/U line for that game was 212.5.
This season, the Bulls have been favored in 32 of their games and have gone 19-13 in those games. Their ATS record as the favorite is 14-17, and they have failed to cover the spread in their last four games as the favorite.
On the road, the Bulls are 19-18 ATS compared to 19-22 ATS at home. Their straight-up road record is 17-21, and they are favored by 9.5 points today.
In their games this season, the Bulls have an average O/U line of 221.9, and the average combined scoring total is 225.4. They have a season record of 41-37-1 on the O/U.
Against the spread, the Bulls are 38-40 this season, and they have failed to cover in their last two games. Their O/U record for the season is 41-37-1.
On the season, the Bulls are 23rd in the NBA in scoring at 111.8 points per game. However, when playing on the road, they are averaging 112.1 points per game. In terms of pace, Chicago is 24th in the league.
When it comes to three-point shooting, the Bulls are 20th in the NBA at 35%. They are also 28th in three-point makes per game at 11.5. In terms of overall field goal percentage, Chicago is 17th in the league.
Chicago is 9th in offensive rebounds at 11.1 per game and 17th in free throw attempts. In terms of two-point shooting, the Bulls are 21st in the NBA at 53%.
On defense, Bulls is currently around the league average in points allowed, giving up an average of 113.6 points per game. When it comes to forced turnovers, the Bulls are forcing 11.7 per game, which is 3rd in the league. They also come into the game sitting 18th in blocked shots at 4.8 per game.
Will the Pistons Come Through as Home Underdogs?
Detroit is 13-66 this season and has lost five straight games. In the Eastern Conference, they are in 15th place and 5th in the Central Division.
As the underdog, the Pistons have gone 10-61 this season, and they are 18-20 against the spread at home and 21-19 on the road. On average, they have lost by 9.8 points per game as the underdog.
In their most recent game, the Pistons lost to the 76ers by a score of 120-102. Detroit was getting 15.5 points in that game, and the O/U line was 221.5.
Detroit’s O/U record for the season is 40-38-1, and the over has hit in their last two games. On average, their games have finished with 229.4 points.
In the Eastern Conference, the Pistons have a record of 10-40 compared to 3-26 against non-conference opponents. Today, they are 9.5-point underdogs at home.
At 110.2 points per game, the Pistons are 26th in the NBA in scoring. However, they have been slightly better at home, averaging 110.5 points per game.
So far this season, the Pistons have outscored the NBA scoring average in just 26.6% of their games. They have also struggled from beyond the arc, making just 35% of their three-point attempts (25th).
Overall, the Pistons are 23rd in field goal percentage at 46%. In terms of pace, they are 8th in the NBA at 99.6 possessions per game.
The Pistons’ defense is presently ranked 26th in the league, allowing an average of 119.2 points per contest. The Pistons defense is coming off a game in which they held the 76ers offense to just 40.5% shooting. Overall, they gave up 120 points to Philadelphia.
Pistons vs. Bulls Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is DeMar DeRozan and his points prop of 28.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -121 while the under is at -113. For his matchup against the Pistons, we recommend taking the under on DeMar DeRozan 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: DeMar DeRozan Under 28.5 Points (-113)
Pistons vs. Bulls Predictions
We’re putting our money on the Bulls to win, and have the projected score sitting at 110-100. We also like them to cover the spread, so our recommendation is to bet on the Bulls at -9.5.
As for the over/under, the line is currently at 220.5, and our model projects the Bulls and Pistons to reach a combined total of 210 points. Our bet is on taking the under.
The Pick: Bulls -9.5 | at Fanduel Sportsbook