| MATCHUP | Portland Trailblazers | Chicago Bulls |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 28-31 | 24-35 |
| Spread | -4.5 -102 | +4.5 -118 |
| Moneyline | -180 | +150 |
| Total | Over 235.5 (-112) | Under 235.5 (-108) |
| Where | United Center, Chicago, IL | |
| When | Thursday, February 26, 2026 | |
| Time | 08:00 PM EST | |
| TV | KUNP 16 | |
Portland Trail Blazers Betting Preview
The Portland Trail Blazers lost to the Timberwolves, beat the Suns, and play the Hornets next. The Trail Blazers have won 5 of their last 8 games.
The Portland Trail Blazers are averaging 115.8 points on 45.2 percent shooting and allowing 118.4 points on 47.6 percent shooting. Deni Avdija is averaging 24.4 points and 7 rebounds, while Shaedon Sharpe is averaging 21.4 points and 4.4 rebounds. Jerami Grant is the third double-digit scorer, and Jrue Holiday is grabbing 4.6 rebounds. The Portland Trail Blazers are shooting 34.1 percent from beyond the arc and 76.8 percent from the free-throw line. The Portland Trail Blazers are allowing 36.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.8 rebounds per game.
Chicago Bulls Betting Preview
The Chicago Bulls lost to the Knicks and Hornets, and they play the Bucks next. The Bulls have lost 10 straight games.
The Chicago Bulls are averaging 115.8 points on 46.8 percent shooting and allowing 120.4 points on 47.8 percent shooting. Josh Giddey is averaging 17.8 points and 8.1 rebounds, while Collin Sexton is averaging 17.7 points and 2 assists. Anfernee Simons is the third double-digit scorer, and Matas Buzelis is grabbing 5.4 rebounds. The Chicago Bulls are shooting 36.7 percent from beyond the arc and 78.7 percent from the free-throw line. The Chicago Bulls are allowing 37.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44.6 rebounds per game.
Why the Chicago Bulls will win
- The Bulls have won each of their last four home games against the Trail Blazers.
- The Trail Blazers have lost each of their last four road games against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The Bulls have covered the spread in three of their last four games against Western Conference opponents that held a losing record.
Why the Portland Trail Blazers will win
- The Bulls have lost each of their last nine games following a loss.
- The Trail Blazers have won eight of their last nine games against teams that held a losing record.
- The Trail Blazers have covered the spread in each of their last six games against Central Division opponents that held a losing record.
- The Bulls have failed to cover the spread in eight of their last nine home games against Northwest Division opponents.
Total Points: Facts
- Each of the Trail Blazers’ last four games as favorites against the Bulls has gone UNDER the total points line.
- Six of the Bulls’ last seven games as home underdogs following a home loss have gone UNDER the total points line.
Chicago Bulls Player Facts
- Matas Buzelis is one of only nine players in the league to have recorded 6+ blocks in a game this season.
Portland Trail Blazers Player Facts
- Jerami Grant ranks 42nd amongst qualified players for points per game (18.6) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Bulls rank 29th in the league for Q3 opponent points per game this season (31.2).
- The Bulls rank 29th in the league for H2 opponent points per game this season (60.4).
- The Trail Blazers rank 30th in the league for turnovers per game this season (17.3).
- The Trail Blazers have recorded the largest comeback win from a Q1 deficit this season—they trailed by 20 points vs. the Thunder on November 5.
Portland Trail Blazers vs Chicago Bulls Injury Report
The Bulls will be without Noa Essengue, Anfernee Simons, Jaden Ivey, and Zach Collins. Jalen Smith is questionable.
The Trail Blazers will be without Damian Lillard, Deni Avdija, and Shaedon Sharpe. Robert Williams is questionable.
Portland Trail Blazers vs Chicago Bulls Prediction
The Bulls are going to get some looks at home, but they’re 0-10 SU and 1-9 ATS in their last 10 games. At some point the Bulls have to show me something. In their current form backing the Bulls simply isn’t an option. The Trail Blazers are getting healthier and if they’re serious about playing in the postseason, these are games they need to win. No excuses. The Bulls feel like a team that’s ready for the offseason. This has been a nightmare of a month. I’ll lay the points with the Trail Blazers.