Chicago Bulls vs
Charlotte HornetsPredictions & Preview

Bulls vs. Hornets Game Preview: Chicago Favored to Win in Final Showdown of the Season

In this upcoming Bulls vs. Hornets matchup, the Eastern Conference teams will face off for the final time this season. Chicago holds a 2-1 lead in the series, but Charlotte won the most recent game and will have home-court advantage. The game is set for Sunday at 1:00 p.m. EST. Chicago is favored to win by 9.5 points, with the line remaining steady. Stay tuned to see who will come out on top in this highly anticipated showdown.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Bulls -415 | Hornets +323
• Spread: Bulls -9.5 (-110) | Hornets +9.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 227 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 81%.

Chicago vs Charlotte Stats

Chicago Bulls

The Chicago Bulls have been on a hot streak, going 11-4 in their last 15 games, securing a play-in spot. They are currently ranked 6th in scoring and 20th in offensive rating. Coby White leads the team in scoring with 20.5 points per game. The team is 12th in three-point percentage and 25th in rim efficiency. Despite being 29th in free throw attempts and 28th in offensive rebounding rate, they are 13th in true shooting. Defensively, they are 24th in defensive rating but have the league's second-best three-point defense. The Bulls will be without Lonzo Ball and Ayo Dosunmu, but their matchup against Charlotte will be a test. Chicago's offensive and defensive stats have them ranked 6th and 28th respectively in the league, with a power ranking of 11. They have a record of 35-42 and have been performing well on both ends of the court, particularly in shooting and rebounding.

Charlotte Hornets Analysis

The Charlotte Hornets are approaching the end of a challenging season with only five games remaining as they strive for their 20th victory. The team has struggled offensively throughout the year, ranking 29th in offensive rating among NBA teams. Despite their weaknesses, the Hornets have performed well in offensive rebounding, ranking 6th in the league in that category. Defensively, the team ranks 23rd in defensive rating but has shown strength in rim defense and three-point defense. Charlotte faces Chicago in an upcoming matchup, and key injuries include LaMelo Ball being out, Josh Green and Mark Williams listed as questionable. The Hornets have an overall power ranking of 30 and are #28 for offense, #15 for defense, with a record of 19-58. Their offensive and defensive statistics show a mix of strengths and weaknesses, suggesting a competitive performance in the upcoming games.

Chicago Bulls Favored to Extend Dominance Against Struggling Hornets

The Chicago Bulls have demonstrated strong performance in their recent matchups with the Hornets, having beaten the spread in eight out of the last nine games. Additionally, the Bulls have an impressive record of 6-3 (7-2-0 ATS) in their past nine away games. In contrast, the Charlotte Hornets have struggled with a 3-10-0 ATS record in their last 13 games, with three consecutive home losses. Furthermore, the Bulls have excelled in rebounding and free throw battles against the Hornets this season. Charlotte's current challenge is exacerbated by numerous injuries, affecting their performance. Even when healthy, the Hornets have only managed to shoot 25.2% from three against the Bulls. Considering these factors, it is advisable to support the Chicago Bulls to secure a victory and cover the spread in their upcoming game on Sunday.

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