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Game Preview Chicago Bulls @ Brooklyn Nets
The Chicago Bulls head to the Barclays Center on Wednesday, December 3, to face the Brooklyn Nets in an Eastern Conference showdown with early-season playoff positioning at stake.
Chicago enters this matchup with a 9-12 record, continuing to search for consistency on both ends of the court. Brooklyn, sitting at 11-10, has quietly pieced together a competitive campaign, leaning on solid perimeter shooting and versatile defense.
The Bulls won the last meeting between these two teams but have dropped three of the last five overall to the Nets. Both sides are in the middle tier of the Eastern Conference and view this as a key opportunity to gain ground.
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Odds and Key Information
As of publication, oddsmakers have the Nets as 2.5-point home favorites. The total is listed at 222.5, with slight movement expected as lineups are confirmed.
Chicago has struggled on the road this season, while the Nets have defended home court well, going 7-4 at Barclays.
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Chicago Bulls Outlook
The Bulls have shown flashes of upside, particularly when Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan get into rhythm offensively. LaVine leads the team with 22.4 points per game, while DeRozan continues to serve as a mid-range scoring threat and late-game closer.
However, Chicago’s problems lie in efficiency and defense. They rank near the bottom of the league in offensive rating and have struggled to defend the three-point line, allowing opponents to shoot over 37% from deep.
With a 3-7 road record, the Bulls face a tough test in Brooklyn, especially if they can’t limit second-chance points or generate consistent offense in the half-court.
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Brooklyn Nets Outlook
Brooklyn has been one of the more balanced and disciplined teams in the East so far. With Mikal Bridges emerging as a two-way star and Cam Thomas returning to form, the Nets have carved out a respectable 11-10 record despite limited preseason expectations.
They’re top 10 in three-point shooting percentage and have shown improved ball movement under head coach Jacque Vaughn. Their defense has also tightened, holding opponents under 110 points in six of their last eight games.
Brooklyn’s ability to spread the floor and switch on defense gives them a matchup edge, particularly if they can disrupt Chicago’s mid-range-heavy offense.
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Key Matchup
Zach LaVine vs Mikal Bridges could be the deciding factor in this contest. LaVine’s ability to create off the dribble and attack closeouts will be tested by Bridges’ elite perimeter defense and length.
If Bridges can limit LaVine’s scoring efficiency and force tough shots, Brooklyn will have a major advantage. On the other side, look for Cam Thomas to exploit mismatches if Chicago’s backcourt lapses in coverage.
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Betting Trends
- Bulls are 2-6 ATS in their last 8 road games
- Nets are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 overall
- Under has hit in 4 of the Bulls’ last 6 games
- Over is 6-3 in Nets’ last 9 home games
- Home team is 5-1 ATS in the last 6 meetings
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Prediction
Chicago has the talent edge on paper, but Brooklyn plays more connected basketball. The Nets’ perimeter defense and depth give them an advantage in matchups across multiple positions.
Unless LaVine or DeRozan can deliver an explosive performance, Brooklyn’s shooting and defense should carry them to a home win.
Projected Score:
Nets 111, Bulls 104
Spread Pick: Nets -2.5
Total Lean: Under 222.5
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