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Chicago Bulls vs Miami Heat Betting Preview
The Chicago Bulls host the Miami Heat at United Center in NBA Cup play. Chicago enters at 9-7 after a buzzer-beating win in Portland, while Miami sits at 8-8 following a home victory over Golden State. Bettors will weigh the Bulls’ clutch-game resilience against the Heat’s road struggles and Bam Adebayo’s return.
Line Movement and Odds
- Bulls Spread: -4.5 (-110)
- Heat Spread: +4.5 (-110)
- Bulls MoneyLine: -190
- Heat MoneyLine: +160
- Total: 224.5
Chicago opened as a moderate home favorite, reflecting their recent dominance over Miami and the Heat’s road form. See full NBA odds for market movement.
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Matchup Breakdown
Chicago Bulls Outlook
Nikola Vucevic hit the game-winning three in Portland, continuing his streak of double-doubles against Miami. Coby White has scored 20+ points in five of his last six games versus the Heat, and his playmaking set up Vucevic’s clutch shot. Chicago is 6-4 in clutch games this season, but coach Billy Donovan emphasizes building leads and maintaining them. The Bulls have won eight of their last ten regular-season meetings with Miami, showcasing their matchup advantage.
Miami Heat Outlook
Bam Adebayo returned from a toe strain with 20 points and seven rebounds against Golden State, shooting 3-for-4 from deep. Norman Powell led with 25 points, his fourth 25+ performance in five games. Miami has lost four of its last five on the road, struggling without Adebayo in key stretches. Nikola Jovic (hip) is ruled out, limiting their rotation. The Heat need Powell’s scoring and Adebayo’s presence to offset Chicago’s interior strength.
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
The Bulls must continue leveraging Vucevic’s versatility and White’s perimeter scoring while avoiding late-game collapses. The Heat need Adebayo to anchor both ends and Powell to sustain offensive production. Bench contributions and rebounding will be decisive factors.
Injuries / Availability
Chicago lists no major new injuries. For full player status, check the Bulls injury report.
Miami lists Nikola Jovic (hip) as out, with Bam Adebayo (toe) expected to play. See the Heat injury page for latest updates.
Environment
The game tips at United Center, where Chicago is 6-3 at home. Miami is 2-6 on the road, beginning a two-game trip. Expect Chicago’s pace and clutch execution to clash with Miami’s reliance on Adebayo and Powell.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Projected Final Score: Bulls 116, Heat 110
- Best Bet: Bulls -4.5
Chicago’s dominance in the series and Miami’s road struggles point to a cover at home. - Total: Over 224.5
Our model projects 226 points, leaning slightly over given both teams’ offensive form.
Chicago’s clutch play and home-court advantage should secure the win, while Miami’s offense keeps it competitive. Expect a high-scoring contest trending over the total.
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