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Boston Celtics vs Chicago Bulls Game Preview
Boston heads to Chicago on the second night of a road back-to-back after a draining double-overtime win in Brooklyn. The Celtics shot the lights out from three, but the rebounding issues nearly cost them, and the minutes load matters with another road game less than 24 hours later.
Chicago is trending up. The Bulls have won three straight, just beat Minnesota, and are trying to climb above .500 again. This is also a good scheduling spot for them with extra rest while Boston is traveling and managing fatigue.
This matchup is a test of style and legs. Boston’s spacing can win the shot-quality battle, but if Chicago controls the glass and keeps the game in transition, the spread will come down to late possessions.
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Boston Celtics vs Chicago Bulls Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Celtics | -118 | -1.5 (-109) | O 230.5 |
| Chicago Bulls | -104 | +1.5 (-114) | U 230.5 |
Boston Celtics Betting Form
Boston’s offense has been powered by three-point volume and depth, and the rotation trust is real. When multiple shooters are live, the Celtics can build runs fast without needing perfect isolation basketball.
The concern in this spot is the physical tax. Boston played extended minutes, got crushed on the glass, and now has to defend a Chicago team that plays fast and moves the ball. If the Celtics don’t rebound better, they are asking to cover on tired legs while giving away extra possessions.
For recent results, road splits, and game logs, use the Boston Celtics team page.
Chicago Bulls Betting Form
Chicago is playing with better rhythm, and the win in Minnesota showed it can handle a physical game and still finish. They share the ball, push tempo, and generate enough perimeter looks to keep defenses from loading up on one creator.
Getting Josh Giddey back matters, even if minutes are managed. The Bulls’ offense is more dynamic when there is another handler who can create angles and keep the ball moving. Tre Jones being out hurts the depth, but Chicago’s starting group still has enough creation to pressure Boston’s legs.
For home form and recent trends, use the Chicago Bulls team page. Injury Report: Tre Jones is out and Giddey’s minutes are something to monitor.
Boston Celtics vs Chicago Bulls Matchup Breakdown
This game is about extra possessions and shot quality.
- Boston’s edge is spacing: If the Celtics are generating clean threes again, they can win even if the rebounding is not perfect.
- Chicago’s edge is pace and rebounds: If the Bulls keep the ball moving, attack early, and win the glass, they can flip a short spread at home.
- Total script: 230.5 is reachable if Chicago gets tempo and Boston is still hitting threes. If Boston’s legs show up as missed jumpers and slower pace, the under becomes more live.
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Boston Celtics vs Chicago Bulls Predictions and Best Bets
This is a thin line, and the scheduling angle is real, but Boston still profiles as the more reliable team in a one-possession spread because of shot quality and depth. Chicago can win at home if it dominates the glass again, yet asking them to do that while also defending Boston’s perimeter volume for 48 minutes is a big lift.
Best Bet: Celtics -1.5 (-109)
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