Chicago Bulls (23-35) vs LA Clippers (31-26)
Game Info: Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 8:00 pm (United Center)
Betting Odds: Chicago Bulls +8 -- Over/Under: 228 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: CHSN
The LA Clippers and Chicago Bulls meet Wednesday in NBA action at the United Center. Here’s an LA Clippers vs Chicago Bulls Prediction. This article will include an LA Clippers vs Chicago Bulls Pick.
LA Clippers Betting Preview
The LA Clippers lost to the Pistons and Pacers, and they play the Lakers, Suns, and Pistons next. The Clippers look to avoid four straight losses for the first time this season.
The LA Clippers are averaging 110.7 points on 47 percent shooting and allowing 108.5 points on 45.8 percent shooting. Norman Powell is averaging 24.2 points and 3.6 rebounds, while James Harden is averaging 21.6 points and 5.9 rebounds. Kawhi Leonard is the third double-digit scorer and Ivica Zubac is grabbing 12.6 rebounds. The LA Clippers are shooting 35.7 percent from beyond the arc and 79.4 percent from the free-throw line. The LA Clippers are allowing 35 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44.1 rebounds per game.
Chicago Bulls Betting Preview
The Chicago Bulls lost to the Suns, beat the 76ers, and they play the Raptors, Pacers, and Cavs next. The Bulls snapped a six-game losing streak and hope for two straight wins for the first time since January 4-6.
The Chicago Bulls are averaging 116.4 points on 46.2 percent shooting and allowing 120.4 points on 47.1 percent shooting. Nikola Vucevic is averaging 19.1 points and 10.3 rebounds, while Coby White is averaging 18 points and 4.7 assists. Josh Giddey is the third double-digit scorer and Ayo Dosunmu is grabbing 3.5 rebounds. The Chicago Bulls are shooting 37 percent from beyond the arc and 80.6 percent from the free-throw line. The Chicago Bulls are allowing 34.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.3 rebounds per game.
Why the Chicago Bulls will win
- The Clippers have lost each of their last five games against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The Bulls have won four of their last five Wednesday games as home underdogs.
- The Clippers have failed to cover the spread in each of their last six games against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The home team has covered the spread in 12 of the Clippers' last 15 games.
Why the Los Angeles Clippers will win
- The Clippers have won each of their last seven games at United Center following a loss.
- The Bulls have lost each of their last six home games against Pacific Division opponents.
- The Bulls have failed to cover the spread in each of their last eight Wednesday night games.
- The Clippers have covered the spread in each of their last four games at United Center following a loss.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Bulls rank 30th in the league for opponent field goal attempts per game this season (95.3).
- The Bulls rank 30th in the league for Q2 opponent points per game this season (30.9).
- The Clippers are one of only two teams to win a game when trailing by 20+ points after Q1 this season.
- The Clippers rank 2nd in the league for Q2 opponent points per game this season (26.6).
LA Clippers vs Chicago Bulls Injury Report
The Bulls will be without Patrick Williams, Jalen Smith, and Ayo Dosunmu. Nikola Vucevic is doubtful with a calf injury.
The LA Clippers will be without Norman Powell due to a knee injury.
LA Clippers vs Chicago Bulls Prediction
On paper, the Clippers should win, but they’ve lost three straight games and have failed to cover eight of their last 10 games. The Clippers are still down their leading scorer in Powell and they scored 97 points in their recent loss to the Pistons. The Bulls aren’t good but they’ve covered three straight games and just scored 142 points in a win over the 76ers. The Bulls beat the Clippers on the road in January as 6.5-point underdogs. There are better bets on Wednesday's NBA card, but it’s Bulls or pass for me.
Randy’s Pick Chicago Bulls +8
AUTHOR: Randy Chambers
