LA Clippers (24-17) vs Chicago Bulls (18-25)
Game Info: Monday, January 20, 2025 at 10:30 pm (Intuit Dome)
Betting Odds: LA Clippers -5.5 -- Over/Under: 227 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: NBA League Pass
The Chicago Bulls and LA Clippers meet Monday in NBA action at the Intuit Dome. Here’s a Chicago Bulls vs LA Clippers Prediction. This article will include a Chicago Bulls vs LA Clippers Pick.
Chicago Bulls Betting Preview
The Chicago Bulls lost to the Trail Blazers and Hornets, and they play the Warriors, 76ers, and Nuggets next. The Chicago Bulls are averaging 117.2 points on 47 percent shooting and allowing 120.5 points on 47.3 percent shooting. Zach LaVine is averaging 23.6 points and 4.9 rebounds, while Nikola Vucevic is averaging 20.6 points and 3.3 assists. Coby White is the third double-digit scorer and Ayo Dosunmu is grabbing 3.9 rebounds. The Chicago Bulls are shooting 37.2 percent from beyond the arc and 79.8 percent from the free-throw line. The Chicago Bulls are allowing 33.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.5 rebounds per game.
LA Clippers Betting Preview
The LA Clippers beat the Trail Blazers and Lakers, and they play the Celtics, Wizards, and Bucks next. The LA Clippers are averaging 109.7 points on 47 percent shooting and allowing 106.5 points on 45.4 percent shooting. Norman Powell is averaging 23.7 points and 3.5 rebounds, while James Harden is averaging 21.4 points and 5.8 rebounds. Ivica Zubac is the third double-digit scorer and Kawhi Leonard is grabbing 3 rebounds. The LA Clippers are shooting 36.5 percent from beyond the arc and 78.2 percent from the free-throw line. The LA Clippers are allowing 34 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44.2 rebounds per game.
Why the Los Angeles Clippers will win
- The Clippers have won 21 of their last 22 games against Central Division opponents that held a losing record.
- The Bulls have lost each of their last five games.
- The Clippers have covered the spread in each of their last eight games as home favorites.
- The Bulls have failed to cover the spread in seven of their last eight games against Western Conference opponents following a loss.
Why the Chicago Bulls will win
- The Bulls have won each of their last five games as underdogs against opponents who are on the second leg of a back-to-back.
- The Clippers have lost each of their last three games with both teams on the second leg of a back-to-back.
- The Bulls have covered the spread in each of their last seven road games against Pacific Division opponents after losing as favorites.
- The Clippers have failed to cover the spread in six of their last seven home games against Central Division opponents following a win.
Los Angeles Clippers Player Facts
- Norman Powell ranks 5th amongst qualified players for fast break points per game (4.8) this season.
- James Harden ranks 7th amongst qualified players for assists per game (8.1) this season.
Chicago Bulls Player Facts
- Josh Giddey ranks 3rd amongst qualified Guards for rebounds per game (7.3) this season.
- Coby White ranks T22nd amongst qualified players for three-pointers made Per Game (3.0) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Clippers rank T2nd in the league for Q3 win percentage this season (63.4%).
- The Clippers rank 29th in the league for turnover percentage this season (14.6%).
- The Bulls rank 30th in the league for opponent field goal attempts per game this season (95.5).
- The Bulls rank 30th in the league for Q2 opponent points per game this season (30.7).
Chicago Bulls vs LA Clippers Injury Report
The Bulls will be without Torrey Craig, Chris Duarte, Jevon Carter, and Adama Sanogo. Lonzo Ball is questionable after resting against the Trail Blazers.
The LA Clippers will continue to be without P.J. Tucker, and Kawhi Leonard is taking a rest day.
Chicago Bulls vs LA Clippers Prediction
Even without Kawhi Leonard, the Clippers are starting to roll with wins and covers in four straight games. The Clippers will have the advantage at home, with both sides on the end of back-to-back. Unlike the Bulls, the Clippers didn't have to travel. Also, the Bulls are back to stinking up the joint with five straight losses and that includes four straight losses as a favorite to terrible teams like the Trail Blazers, Hornets, and Pelicans. I've been saying in previous write-ups that the Bulls in these favorite roles don't make sense. Not a favorite tonight, but the line isn't steep enough. The Clippers should roll Monday night against a Bulls side that's heading in the wrong direction.
Randy’s Pick LA Clippers -5.5
AUTHOR: Randy Chambers
