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Atlanta Hawks vs Chicago Bulls Picks and Predictions – December 23, 2025
The Atlanta Hawks and Chicago Bulls run it back on Saturday after combining for 302 points in the highest-scoring game of the season. The Bulls took that 152-150 shootout in Chicago, and now the rematch shifts to Atlanta for the final game of the season series.
Both teams come in with defensive concerns, injury question marks, and high-usage guards who are clicking at the right time. Chicago has won four of five and may have found something with their current lineup. Atlanta has lost three straight and is still trying to patch together enough defense to stay competitive.
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Atlanta Hawks vs Chicago Bulls Odds
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| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta Hawks | -125 | -2 (-110) | O 244.5 (-110) |
| Chicago Bulls | +105 | +2 (-110) | U 244.5 (-110) |
Atlanta Hawks Betting Form
The Hawks have dropped seven of nine and continue to be plagued by their inability to get stops. Trae Young and Jalen Johnson were brilliant in the loss to Chicago, combining for 71 points and 18 assists, but Atlanta allowed nine Bulls to hit double figures — a franchise rarity.
Vit Krejci (finger) and Johnson (hard fall) are both expected to play, but the energy has been inconsistent, especially defensively. The Atlanta Hawks injury report is worth watching closely, particularly with Young possibly on a minutes restriction in a back-to-back spot.
Chicago Bulls Betting Form
The Chicago Bulls are finally healthy and showing flashes of offensive balance. Matas Buzelis dropped a career-high 28 points on 7 threes last game, while Ayo Dosunmu and DeMar DeRozan continue to give Billy Donovan steady production across the board.
Defense remains an issue, but the Bulls are sharing the ball, cutting well, and avoiding turnovers — just five in their last matchup. The Chicago Bulls injury report should confirm whether any starters are resting on the second night of a back-to-back.
Atlanta Hawks vs Chicago Bulls Matchup Breakdown
Saturday’s game was pure chaos — a 302-point explosion featuring huge scoring runs, minimal defense, and some career-best nights. This rematch likely won’t repeat that exact script, but it’s still hard to trust either defense to generate stops.
Key matchup factors:
- Hawks are bottom 3 in opponent FG% and 3P%
- Bulls have scored 115+ in 5 of their last 6
- Atlanta ranks top 5 in pace, while Chicago plays much slower
- Both teams are 4-1 to the Over in their last 5
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Atlanta Hawks vs Chicago Bulls Predictions and Best Bets
This number is inflated after last game’s scoring fest, but the value may still lie on the Over. Atlanta’s transition defense has collapsed, and the Bulls’ shooters are finally hitting with confidence. Even if both teams regress a bit, 245 is well within reach.
As for the side, slight lean to Chicago. They’ve figured out their rotations and are playing harder. Atlanta is still too inconsistent defensively and hasn’t protected home court well. But if the total is your main angle — ride the wave.
Best Bet: Over 244.5 (-110).
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