There is a big game on the NBA schedule on Thursday as the Chicago Bulls take on the Detroit Pistons in Paris, France. The NBA doesn’t typically play a ton of games outside of the United States, so this game will have a ton of interest.
This matchup between the Bulls and Pistons used to be one of the best rivalries in the NBA, but that’s just no longer the case. Chicago is a team that is looking to make a run to the playoffs this season, while the Pistons have their eyes on next season.
Here is a look at some of the key information that you will need to put together a Bulls vs Pistons betting analysis.
Bulls vs. Pistons Odds
Recent Scores
Anytime that you are trying to make NBA picks today taking a look back at previous matchups for each team is important. The Bulls come into this game with a record of 20-24, while the Pistons have gone just 12-35 this season.
Chicago did pick up an impressive 132-118 win over the Golden State Warriors in their most recent game, but they had lost three games in a row up to that point. Detroit has gone just 1-4 over the last five games, and they have also suffered a 14-point loss to the Bulls this season.
Chicago Bulls vs. Detroit Pistons Information
Chicago Bulls vs Detroit Pistons
Date: Thursday, 19th January. 3:00 PM EST.
Location of the game: Accor Arena, Paris, France
How to watch: NBA TV
Chicago Bulls vs. Detroit Pistons Betting Analysis
Bulls Can Score
The Chicago Bulls odds don’t always match up with how they are performing on the floor, as they are still four games under .500. Chicago has a ton of talent, and they have a pair of players that can take over a game on offense.
DeMar DeRozan is leading the team with over 26 points per game, and he is set to return to the lineup on Thursday. Zach LaVine is another player that can pour in over 30 points at any given time, and he should have a big night against the Pistons.
Pistons Learning How to Win
When taking a look at the NBA player stats for the Detroit Pistons, you are going to notice that Cade Cunningham is not in the lineup. That is a huge blow to the Pistons, as they just don’t have a ton of other proven talent.
Bojan Bogdanovic is leading the team with 21.2 points per game, but he isn’t someone that can take over a game on his own. The Pistons are a team that can put up some points at times, but they also give up way too many points on the other end of the floor.
Chicago Bulls vs. Detroit Pistons Betting Preview
Moneyline: Chicago Bulls -263, Detroit Pistons +244
Spread: Chicago Bulls -5.5 -147, Detroit Pistons +5.50 +127
Totals: Over 235.5 -103, Under 235.5 -103
The fact that this game will be played in Paris can impact how you look at this Bulls vs Pistons betting analysis. Chicago wants to win this game by scoring points, and that’s going to be a challenge for the Pistons.
DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine are going to have a big night on offense in this game, and the Pistons just won’t be able to keep up. The Detroit Pistons stats just haven’t looked good on defense this season, and that’s going to be a huge challenge this season.
This will be one of the most interesting NBA matchups of the day, but it will be the Bulls that take complete control.
Chicago Bulls vs. Detroit Pistons Betting Prediction
The NBA team stats for the Pistons this season just aren’t that impressive this season, and it’s hard to see them winning this game. This game should jump off the page when looking at NBA odds today, as you only have to give up seven points and bet on the Bulls.
Chicago has some veteran superstars that will be looking to put up a big performance in front of the fans in France. Our Bulls vs Pistons betting analysis best bet to make in this game is to take the Bulls at -7.0 as they cruise to a big win over the Detroit Pistons.
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