Los Angeles Lakers (23-22) vs Chicago Bulls (21-24)
Game Info: Thursday, January 25, 2024 at 10:30 pm (Crypto.com Arena)
Betting Odds: Los Angeles Lakers -5 -- Over/Under: Click Here for the Latest Odds
The Chicago Bulls look for a win after winning 6 of their last 9 games. The Los Angeles Lakers look for a win after splitting their last 10 games. Let’s preview this game and give out a Chicago Bulls vs Los Angeles Lakers prediction.
Chicago Bulls Betting Preview
The Chicago Bulls recently beat the Raptors and Grizzlies while losing to the Suns. The Chicago Bulls are averaging 110.6 points on 46.1 percent shooting and allowing 112.1 points on 46.3 percent shooting. DeMar DeRozan is averaging 21.9 points and 4 rebounds, while Zach LaVine is averaging 19.5 points and 3.9 assists. Coby White is the third double-digit scorer and Nikola Vucevic is grabbing 10.7 rebounds. The Chicago Bulls are shooting 36 percent from beyond the arc and 78.6 percent from the free throw line. The Chicago Bulls are allowing 36.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.6 rebounds per game.
Chicago Bulls Player Facts
- Nikola Vucevic ranks 3rd in the Eastern Conference amongst qualified players for rebounds per game (10.7) this season.
- Alex Caruso ranks 6th in the Eastern Conference amongst qualified players for 3P% (42.0%) this season.
Los Angeles Lakers Betting Preview
The Los Angeles Lakers recently beat the Trail Blazers while losing to the Nets and Clippers. The Los Angeles Lakers are averaging 114.8 points on 48.9 percent shooting and allowing 115.8 points on 47 percent shooting. Anthony Davis is averaging 25 points and 12.2 rebounds, while LeBron James is averaging 24.8 points and 7.2 rebounds. D’Angelo Russell is the third double-digit scorer and Austin Reaves is grabbing 4.1 rebounds. The Los Angeles Lakers are shooting 36 percent from beyond the arc and 77.5 percent from the free throw line. The Los Angeles Lakers are allowing 37.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.1 rebounds per game. The Lakers will meet the Warriors after this one.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Lakers rank 30th in the league for offensive rebounds per game this season (8.5).
- The Lakers rank 30th in the league for opponent three-point field goals made per game this season (14.3).
- The Bulls ranks 30th in the league for pace this season (96.1).
- The Bulls rank 29th in the league for opponent three-point field goals made per game this season (14.2).
Chicago Bulls vs Los Angeles Lakers prediction
The Los Angeles Lakers need to win games like this at home if they're going to gain ground in the standings and make a real run at a playoff spot. However, the Lakers have yet to play consistent ball, and I'm not thrilled to back them in the favorite role. The Chicago Bulls continue to win games and cover numbers, and they beat the Lakers last month as 3.5 point underdogs. You can argue we're getting free points with the better team. Give me the Bulls.
Randy’s Pick Chicago Bulls +5
AUTHOR: Randy Chambers

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