NFL Previews 
MLB Previews 
NBA Previews 
NHL Previews 
Soccer Previews 
Utah Jazz vs Chicago Bulls Picks and Predictions – January 14, 2026
The Utah Jazz head to the United Center on Wednesday night to face the Chicago Bulls in a matchup between two teams still trying to find consistency in the second half of the season. Tipoff is set for 8:10 PM ET, and the Bulls are short home favorites at -2.5 with a -140 moneyline. The Jazz are available at +117 to win outright, in a game with playoff implications for both teams sitting around the play-in bubble.
Utah enters with more offensive firepower, but the Bulls are playing improved defense and should have a rest edge here. With a tight spread and no total listed (at least in this market snapshot), bettors need to lean on style, recent form, and matchups to find value.
NBA Lines Before They Move
Get Ahead of the Market Every Night
Utah Jazz vs Chicago Bulls Odds
Be sure to monitor any late movement or injury-related adjustments on the latest NBA odds page.
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah Jazz | +117 | +2.5 (-107) | N/A |
| Chicago Bulls | -140 | -2.5 (-112) | N/A |
Utah Jazz Betting Form
Utah comes into this one as one of the NBA’s hottest ATS teams. They’ve covered 8 of their last 10 games and have seen improved play from both Lauri Markkanen and Keyonte George. Markkanen has been on a scoring tear, averaging nearly 26 points per game over the last five, while Jordan Clarkson continues to spark the offense off the bench.
Offensively, the Jazz rank top-10 in points per game and top-5 in pace. They run early, push off misses, and fire away from three. They take a ton of shots above the break and generate a high free-throw rate, which keeps them competitive even on off-shooting nights.
Defensively, they’re still inconsistent. Utah allows the 7th-most points per game and ranks near the bottom of the league in transition defense. Their interior presence has improved with Walker Kessler getting more minutes, but they’re vulnerable against elite shot creators — which matters against DeRozan and LaVine, if healthy.
Utah is 6–4 straight-up in its last 10, and their road form has improved — 4–1 ATS in their last five away games.
For updates on Markkanen, Kessler, and more, check the Utah Jazz injury report. Full trends and team data live on the Jazz team page.
Chicago Bulls Betting Form
The Bulls have been a hard team to figure out this season — at times competing with top-tier teams, and at others looking completely disjointed. However, they’ve tightened things up at home lately, winning 5 of their last 6 at the United Center.
DeMar DeRozan continues to carry the midrange-heavy offense, and Coby White has quietly become one of the league’s most improved guards, giving Chicago a reliable second scoring option. They’ve also leaned into a slower pace, focusing on limiting possessions and grinding out wins with defense and execution.
Defensively, Chicago is now 11th in adjusted rating. They’re solid on the glass, rotate well on the perimeter, and rank top-10 in opponent turnover percentage. If Alex Caruso is healthy, their point-of-attack defense becomes even stronger.
ATS-wise, the Bulls are 6–3–1 in their last 10 overall and 5–2 ATS in their last seven home games. They’ve won three straight against teams that rank top-10 in pace — a trend that could matter here.
Check the Chicago Bulls injury report for updates on Zach LaVine, Patrick Williams, and Caruso. More matchup data can be found on the Bulls stats page.
Smarter NBA Betting Starts Here
Trends, Pro Picks, and Live Edges
Jazz vs Bulls Matchup Breakdown
This matchup is a clash of styles — Utah wants to speed it up and shoot, while Chicago wants to slow things down and force tough halfcourt possessions. Here’s how it breaks down:
- Pace Differential: Utah ranks 5th in tempo. Chicago ranks 25th. The Bulls have done well this season in controlling pace against fast teams, especially at home.
- Shot Profile: Utah lives by the 3 and the free-throw line. Chicago forces midrange shots and limits clean looks from deep. Something has to give.
- Interior Battle: Chicago is stronger defensively in the paint, especially if Vucevic stays out of foul trouble. Utah’s rim pressure comes more from transition than halfcourt sets.
- Bench Impact: Utah’s bench, led by Clarkson and Sexton, is far more potent offensively. Chicago’s bench is more defensive and rebounding-focused — and often struggles to score without White or DeRozan on the floor.
- Rest and Schedule: The Bulls have had two days off and no travel. Utah is finishing a road swing, and this is a tough spot against a physical defense that takes away space.
This feels like a grind-it-out, possession-by-possession game — which heavily favors the home side, especially when they’re healthy and defending.
Learn more about matchup angles like this in our NBA betting guide.
Jazz vs Bulls Predictions and Best Bets
Chicago has quietly been one of the better home teams to bet on lately. Their defense travels, they’re healthy, and their slower pace often frustrates tempo-based teams like Utah. While the Jazz are hot ATS, this is a tough stylistic spot for them — especially if they don’t shoot the lights out from deep.
Lean: Bulls -2.5 (-112). This spread is still playable if it climbs to -3, but anything beyond that becomes dicey unless LaVine and Caruso are confirmed active.
If a total is posted close to game time, look for Under 227.5 or higher. Chicago has hit the Under in 4 of its last 6, and Utah’s offense stalls in slower-paced, halfcourt-heavy games.
Player prop to watch: Coby White Over 21.5 points, especially if LaVine sits again. He’s averaging 23.2 PPG over his last 6 games and draws a favorable matchup against Utah’s backcourt.
Best Bet: Bulls -2.5 (-112).
NBA Picks and Handicappers on ScoresAndStats
Looking for more winning bets across the board? Our experts post today’s NBA picks every day, covering sides, totals, and props with full transparency.
Browse the handicapper leaderboard and follow the top sports handicappers for long-term profit strategies and daily value.
Looking for high-confidence selections? Buy expert picks and get access to premium plays backed by real data and verified records.
