Making Chicago Bulls predictions has been difficult because they are just treading water. Over the Bulls’ last ten games, they are 5-5 and are sitting a half-game out of a spot in the play-in tournament.
Chicago isn’t a team that is equipped to win a championship this season, but anyone participating in Timberwolves vs Bulls betting isn’t necessarily going to see the Bulls tanking either.
Minnesota Timberwolves odds show that they aren’t in a position that is dissimilar to the Bulls. While Minnesota is still at .500, the Timberwolves have clearly declined since they had an exciting but brief run in the playoffs last season.
Minnesota still has an opportunity to find its way into the top six of a disappointing Western Conference, but the Timberwolves are going to have to start stringing together victories.
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Chicago Bulls Information
Minnesota Timberwolves vs Chicago Bulls
Location: United Center, Chicago.
Date and Time: Friday, March 17, 8:00 p.m. ET.
How to Watch: NBA League Pass
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Chicago Bulls Recent Scores
Anyone doing Timberwolves vs Bulls betting will see the most recent between the two teams was a wild one. Minnesota scored 150 points at home and ended up handing the Bulls a 24-point loss back in December.
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Chicago Bulls Betting Analysis
Minnesota Timberwolves Facts to Know
People making NBA picks today will see that the Minnesota Timberwolves have lost three of their past four games and are ready to head on the road for a three-game road swing.
NBA player stats show that Minnesota has had to lean on Anthony Edwards to carry the scoring load due to Karl-Anthony Towns missing most of this season due to injury.
Edwards has scored a team-high 25 points per game and also leads the team by averaging 4.5 assists and 1.6 steals per game. Minnesota averages 115.5 points per game and shoots 35.8 percent from beyond the arc.
The Timberwolves are 5-5 against the spread over the past ten games. Minnesota is 10-11 against the spread as a road underdog this season.
Chicago Bulls to Know
When it comes to NBA team stats, there is no arguing that the Chicago Bulls has excellent individual scoring talent. DeMar DeRozan leads the Bulls in scoring by putting up 25.1 points per game, while Zach LaVine averages 24.9 points.
Chicago’s problem is that their defense has struggled, allowing nearly as many points as the offense scores every game.
The Bulls have gone 3-6-1 against the last ten games of their NBA schedule. Chicago is 11-8 against the spread as a home favorite this season.
Updates
When it comes to NBA matchups, Minnesota has a number of players on the injury report for this game.
The Timberwolves will be without Jaylen Nowell and Austin Rivers. Centers Naz Reid and Rudy Gobert are both questionable. Chicago forward Javonte Green is doubtful with a knee injury.
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Chicago Bulls Betting Preview
Before making your Timberwolves vs Bulls betting picks, you need to take a quick look at the odds.
- Moneyline: The Bulls are -143 on the moneyline, while Minnesota is +120.
- Spread: NBA odds today show that Chicago is a 3-point favorite.
- Over/Under: The over/under is set at 224.5 points.
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Chicago Bulls Betting Prediction
Chicago is on the verge of popping into a spot in the Eastern Conference play-in tournament and won’t want to blow any type of opportunity to get a win at home. Minnesota, however, has the scoring punch to make life difficult for the Bulls’ defense.
Chicago hasn’t been playing great basketball recently, trading wins and losses over the past few weeks. The Bulls will find a way to wake up a little bit, cover the spread and take a win away from the Timberwolves.
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