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Toronto Raptors vs Chicago Bulls Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: October 27, 2023 at 8:00 PM ET

Venue: United Center — Chicago, IL

Article updated Oct 27, 2:16 AM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

Last season, the Raptors won the season series 2-1, but Toronto is coming off a 97-94 victory over Minnesota in their opener while the Bulls lost 124-104 to Oklahoma City in

Game outlook

Last season, the Raptors won the season series 2-1, but Toronto is coming off a 97-94 victory over Minnesota in their opener while the Bulls lost 124-104 to Oklahoma City in their first game. Get to know Mike Briggs! Friday night at 7 CT, the Bulls and Raptors will face off in an Eastern Conference battle at the United Center with the game total set at 217 points.

Game Info

When: Friday, 10/27/2023 @ 8:00pm EST

Where: United Center Stadium Raptors vs Bulls Betting Odds Moneyline: Raptors +111 | Bulls -135

Spread: Raptors +2.5 (-110) | Bulls -2.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 218 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 57%.

Toronto Raptors

The Toronto Raptors began the season with an impressive win against the Minnesota Timberwolves, holding them to 34.0 percent shooting from the field and 25.8 percent from long-range. Toronto was outrebounded 62-47 but was led by new player Dennis Schroder's 22-point debut performance. The Raptors' offense is ranked 24th in the NBA for scoring an average of 112.9 points per game and 27th in shooting 45.9 percent from the field and 33.5 percent from three-point range. Defensively, they allow an average of 111.4 points per game. Toronto has the pieces to make it a successful season but only time will tell if they can step up and get the job done.

Chicago Bulls Analysis

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The Chicago Bulls had a disappointing start in their season debut, losing to Oklahoma City by 20 points. The Thunder had a strong shooting percentage while the Bulls were lackluster with a poor shooting percentage from beyond the arc. Despite the addition of Jevon Carter in the offseason, the Bulls are without point guard Lonzo Ball who hasn't played since January 2022 due to knee surgeries. As a team, Chicago is 16th in power rankings and averages 113.1 points (22nd) and gives up an average of 111.8 points a game (7th). On offense, they hit an average of 49.0% of their field goals (4th) and make an average of 36.1% of their three pointers (16th). On defense, they allow an average of 46.8% field goals (8th) and an average of 35.7% from deep (13th).

Bulls Eye Statement Win in Home Opener, Look to Harness Offensive and Defensive Potential

The Bulls have the potential to make a statement in their second game of the season. Following an internal team meeting, the Bulls look to have a more cohesive unit. With renowned defensive presence in the top ten of points allowed and opponent shooting percentage, they are also loaded with offensive talent. Chicago must have an impact in the paint to find more success from long range than game one. Stars, DeRozan and LaVine are expected to take advantage of the home court and lead the Bulls to victory.

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SportsJaw Raptors vs Bulls archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Raptors vs Bulls matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Toronto Raptors+115 → +115Unchanged
  • Moneyline · Chicago Bulls-135 → -136Moved
  • Spread · Toronto Raptors+2.5 (-110) → +2.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Spread · Chicago Bulls-2.5 (-110) → -2.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Over218 (-110) → 216 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under218 (-110) → 216 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Toronto Raptors
2-1 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 4-5-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Chicago Bulls
1-3 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2023-10-27T06:16:12.111Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2023-04-12Chicago Bulls 109 · Toronto Raptors 105
  • 2023-02-28Chicago Bulls 98 · Toronto Raptors 104
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Chicago Bulls defeated Toronto Raptors 104-103

Chicago Bulls defeated Toronto Raptors 104-103 on October 27, 2023, a 1-point decision in the series. Chicago Bulls' strongest period was the 1st quarter, when it outscored its opponent 24-18. Against SportsJaw's recorded Toronto Raptors +2.5 (-110) spread, Toronto Raptors covered, while the 207 combined points finished under the recorded total of 216.

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Tipster picks

  • DrfeelgoodSpread · Toronto Raptors -2.5 (-110)Win
  • JtgarciaSpread · Chicago Bulls -2.5 (-110)Loss
  • MtgoldsteinSpread · Chicago Bulls -2.5 (-110)Loss
  • BillywatersSpread · Toronto Raptors +2.5 (-110)Win
  • MrmisterSpread · Toronto Raptors -2.5 (-110)Win
  • Josh720Spread · Toronto Raptors +2.5 (-110)Win
  • DoclocksSpread · Chicago Bulls -2.5 (-110)Loss
  • Steve512Spread · Toronto Raptors +2.5 (-110)Win
  • MbcSpread · Toronto Raptors +2.5 (-110)Win
  • Kentc_Spread · Chicago Bulls -2 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioSpread · Chicago Bulls -2.5 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Over 217 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkSpread · Toronto Raptors +2.5 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 217 (-110)Loss
  • CoversSpread · Toronto Raptors +2.5 (-110)Win