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Boston Celtics vs Chicago Bulls Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: December 21, 2024 at 8:00 PM ET

Venue: United Center — Chicago, IL

Article updated Dec 21, 1:30 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Boston Celtics (21-6) will be looking to bounce back from a surprising loss to the Chicago Bulls as they face off in a rematch on Saturday night at United Center. Despite

Game outlook

The Boston Celtics (21-6) will be looking to bounce back from a surprising loss to the Chicago Bulls as they face off in a rematch on Saturday night at United Center. Despite being favored in their previous meeting, Boston struggled and will be aiming for a more convincing victory this time around. With a strong record against Chicago in recent matchups, the Celtics are poised to come out on top once again. The current betting line favors Boston by 11.5 points, indicating confidence in their ability to secure the win. Stay tuned for more updates in this Boston Celtics vs. Chicago Bulls prediction.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Celtics -600 | Bulls +460

Spread: Celtics -11.5 (-110) | Bulls +11.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 244.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Boston will win straight-up is 86%.

Boston Celtics

The Boston Celtics had their two-game winning streak snapped by the Bulls in their last game, where they scored 108 points and made 39.2 percent of their field goals and 25 percent of their three-pointers. Jayson Tatum led the team with 31 points and 10 rebounds. Boston averages 119.5 points per game and gives up 110 points per game defensively. They will need to improve their defensive performance if they want to secure a win in their upcoming game against the Bulls. With a power ranking of 1, the Celtics are ranked 3 in offense and 7 in defense this season, with a record of 2-1. They have solid shooting percentages and are ranked in the top 20 for both offense and defense. For professional assistance with NBA betting, consider consulting with the Best NBA Cappers.

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Chicago Bulls Analysis

The Chicago Bulls have been performing well recently, securing wins over Charlotte, Toronto, and Boston while covering the spread in all three games. Their next game against the Celtics will test their momentum. The Bulls are averaging 118.8 points per game and have been efficient in shooting, with Zach LaVine leading the team with 36 points in their last game. Defensively, the Bulls have struggled, giving up an average of 121.4 points per game. Despite this, they will need a strong defensive effort to secure another win against the Celtics. The Bulls have a power ranking of 14 and are ranked 6th for offense and 29th for defense in the NBA. Be sure to check out potential betting opportunities and sports betting promos for this game.

Boston Celtics Poised for Victory Against Chicago Bulls Based on Recent Performance and Statistics

The Boston Celtics have secured victory in five out of their last seven games, demonstrating strong performance. On the other hand, the Chicago Bulls have won three of their last five games. Analyzing recent statistics, Boston appears to have the upper hand in the upcoming game. Their exceptional shooting capability, with a success rate exceeding 44 percent in the last three games, sets them apart from the Bulls who only managed 43 percent. Furthermore, Boston's ability to efficiently locate open players and excel in rebounding, averaging more than 11 offensive rebounds per away game, indicates enhanced scoring opportunities. Additionally, their adeptness at ball protection minimizes scoring chances for the Bulls. Conversely, the Bulls exhibit defensive weaknesses, particularly in home games, conceding over 121 points per game. Therefore, it is highly likely that the Celtics will outperform the Bulls. It is advisable to consider Boston's favorable position in covering the spread.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Boston Celtics-525 → -695Moved
  • Moneyline · Chicago Bulls+393 → +500Moved
  • Spread · Boston Celtics-10 (-110) → -12 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Chicago Bulls+10 (-110) → +12 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over239.5 (-110) → 238 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under239.5 (-110) → 238 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Boston Celtics
2-1 matchup record · 3-7-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Chicago Bulls
1-3 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-21T06:30:44.990Z). 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

  • 2024-12-19Chicago Bulls 117 · Boston Celtics 108
  • 2024-11-29Boston Celtics 138 · Chicago Bulls 129
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Boston Celtics defeated Chicago Bulls 123-98

Boston Celtics defeated Chicago Bulls 123-98 on December 21, 2024, a 25-point decision in the series. Boston Celtics' strongest period was the 3rd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 32-23. Against SportsJaw's recorded Boston Celtics -12 (-110) spread, Boston Celtics covered, while the 221 combined points finished under the recorded total of 238.

SportsJaw editorial picks

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Tipster picks

  • BookieslayerSpread · Boston Celtics +10.5 (-110)Win
  • JackCohenSpread · Chicago Bulls +10.5 (-110)Loss
  • RcSpread · Boston Celtics -10.5 (-110)Win