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Chicago Bulls vs Portland Trail Blazers Betting Preview
The Chicago Bulls visit the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center in NBA Cup play. Chicago enters at 7-7 after snapping a five-game skid with a win over Denver, while Portland sits at 4-11 following a loss to Phoenix. Bettors will weigh the Bulls’ balanced attack led by Josh Giddey against the Blazers’ injury-depleted roster.
Line Movement and Odds
- Bulls Spread: -5.5 (-110)
- Trail Blazers Spread: +5.5 (-110)
- Bulls MoneyLine: -210
- Trail Blazers MoneyLine: +175
- Total: 229.5
Chicago opened as a road favorite, reflecting Portland’s injuries and recent struggles. See full NBA odds for market movement.
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Matchup Breakdown
Chicago Bulls Outlook
Josh Giddey leads the team with 21.8 points, 10.3 rebounds, and 9.4 assists per game, showing major growth in his second season. Ayo Dosunmu scored 21 off the bench in the win over Denver, highlighting Chicago’s depth. Coby White (calf) is expected to return, adding backcourt scoring. The Bulls rank top-10 in bench points and have won six of their last seven meetings with Portland.
Portland Trail Blazers Outlook
Shaedon Sharpe scored 29 against Phoenix, continuing his hot streak with three 30+ point games in his last five. Rookie Caleb Love added 17 points and seven rebounds, but turnovers and poor shooting plagued Portland. Jrue Holiday (calf) and Jerami Grant (illness) remain questionable, while Scoot Henderson (hamstring) has yet to debut this season. Portland has dropped five of its last six, struggling to generate consistent offense.
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
The Bulls must continue leveraging Giddey’s playmaking and bench scoring while White provides perimeter balance. The Blazers need Sharpe to carry the offense and Love to contribute, but defensive execution and ball security are critical. Injuries leave Portland vulnerable against Chicago’s depth.
Injuries / Availability
Chicago lists Coby White (calf) as probable. For full player status, check the Bulls injury report.
Portland lists Jrue Holiday (calf) and Jerami Grant (illness) as questionable, with Scoot Henderson (hamstring) out indefinitely. See the Trail Blazers injury page for latest updates.
Environment
The game tips at Moda Center, where Portland is 2-5 at home. Chicago is 3-4 on the road, looking to split a four-game trip. Expect pace to favor the Bulls’ balanced scoring, while Portland leans on Sharpe to keep it close.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Projected Final Score: Bulls 118, Trail Blazers 110
- Best Bet: Bulls -5.5
Chicago’s depth and Portland’s injuries point to a comfortable cover. - Total: Under 229.5
Our model projects 228 points, leaning slightly under given Portland’s offensive limitations.
Chicago’s balanced attack should secure the win, while Portland’s short-handed roster struggles to keep pace. Expect a competitive but lower-scoring contest.
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