Bulls vs Celtics Predictions and Betting Tips 30 Nov 2024 - NBA Prediction
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27.11.2024 01:40
Bulls vs Celtics Prediction
As the Chicago Bulls enter this game having been heavily struggling over their last couple of matchups, they will go up against one of the most dominating squads in Boston. With the Celtics squad having a massive victory against Los Angeles last time out, the Bulls continued their losing trends by taking defeats against Milwaukee and Memphis in over a week. This game will take place on November 30th at 6:30 A.M. IST in United Center of Chicago. Underneath are our key betting tips, vital injuries, top player props, and recent head-to-heads to create an accurate prediction for this game.
Bulls vs Celtics Betting Tips & Predictions
1. Chicago Bulls vs Boston Celtics Moneyline Pick
As the moneyline is -479 in this matchup, it should be taken due to their much stronger unit that should dominate this game. With Derrick White and Jrue Holiday at point guard, they should be able to outscore two guards in Coby White plus Josh Giddey. As the Celtics' wings/forwards are the strongest part of this squad, they should easily control Julian Phillips and Zach Lavine in every statistical category. Although Nikola Vucevic will have a very competitive battle with Kristaps Porzingis, this -479 money line should be taken and help Boston win their 9th match in 11 games vs Chicago.
2. Chicago Bulls vs Boston Celtics Point Spread Pick
With the spread being -9.5 for Boston, this looks like a great pick due to their all-around ability at each position. Led by Jrue Holiday at point guard, his ability to play defense and create layups inside helps this group have a solid floor leader. Being a good passer as well, he will go against Josh Giddey who regressed massively as a defender this season. Although Giddey has had a slight improvement in shooting efficiency, Jrue Holiday’s ability to close out with stealing prowess as well will lockdown the Bulls' point guard. With Coby White running as a shooting guard, his task against Derrick White will be very tough. Even though the Bulls guard has shown greatness as a two-way player, Boston’s one has way more size and ability to do various things including rebounding plus passing. As White’s defense has been something that has grown over the years, he should be a key cog that can block Coby White inside or force turnovers on him at perimeter areas. With Jaylen Brown going up against Zach Lavine, his ability to score has continued to be a vital part of this Celtics offense. Knowing that he can take Lavine inside for dunks or layups, he will manage to get great looks from outside, while keeping this Bulls piece quiet on offense with elite defense. As Jayson Tatum should be an all-around star against Julian Phillips, the Bulls only hope is Nikola Vucevic’s matchup against Porzigins as a great finisher plus rebounder. Seeing this, the -9.5 spread for Boston is perfect.
3. Chicago Bulls vs Boston Celtics Over/Under Pick (Total Points)
Seeing that the over/under in this game is 224 points, both teams have prolific scorers that should make this game pretty high-scoring. As the Bulls have one of the better shooting guards who can knock it down from outside and use dribbles to create, their small forward remains a key component as their main dunking plus long-distance threat. Knowing that their center is a high-volume inside scorer who can hit his jump shots as well, they play a loaded Celtics offense that has a backcourt that can create inside and dominate from long-range. Having one of the best all-around forward duos, this group will get a lot of scoring from their center as well. With a great three-point shooter off the bench, this score should go over 232 points from their last matchups combined total.
Chicago Bulls vs Boston Celtics Top Player Props
Nikola Vucevic over 17.5 points at 1.74: The Bulls center continues showing his prowess as one of the best stretch fives in the league and should provide this Chicago unit with more offense during this game. Although he goes up against Kristapas Porzingis who will slightly limit Vucevic, the key is that he will potentially be Chicago’s leading score through his all-around shooting ability. Someone whose averaging 20.3 points a night, he will continue working to build this points per game value.
Jayson Tatum over 27.5 points at 1.80: As the Celtics' power forward has continued being one of the most dynamic scorers league-wide, he should have another strong performance. Going up against Julian Phillips he has a size and skill advantage to finish inside while knocking down shots outside. Seeing that he averages 28.9 points a night, Jayson Tatum should go over his odds in this game.
Chicago Bulls vs Boston Celtics Injury News & Impact
Chicago Bulls Injuries: As the Bulls will likely be without Patrick Williams, 9.9 points, with a foot injury, they will have to start a struggling Julian Phillips at that position. Seeing that Lonzo Ball is still out with his wrist injury, Josh Giddey will have to play an extended role for this Bulls unit. With Talen Horton-Tucker and Adama Sanogo still out due to their injuries, the depth of the Chicago roster will be depleted in this game.
Boston Celtics Injuries: Although Al Horford was out with an illness, he will be back and help this Celtics unit continue dominating through their normal rotations.
Bulls vs Celtics Head-to-Head Trends
With the Celtics having won four straight games against Chicago, this matchup should help them extend their streak. As Boston has scored over 100 points in 10 previous matchups vs this Bulls squad, they will continue putting up another impressive performance. The Celtics are 8-2 against the spread vs the Bulls over their last 10 matchups and hope to improve upon it past this game.
Betting Insights & Public Trends
Looking at the current betting insights and public trends, Boston is projected to win this game against Chicago by 82.7% of bettors.
Bulls vs Celtics Match Prediction
As the Boston Celtics are heavy favorites heading into this matchup, they are a much stronger unit on both ends against Chicago. In a match that should be a very easy victory for them, this squad is led by Jrue Holiday at point guard. Having someone like him who can play at an elite level with dribbling and passing, really helps get this high-octane set up every time down the floor. Going up against Josh Giddey, he should continue using his elusiveness and quickness to drive in plus create great opportunities to score. As a great defender who can create turnovers and set traps as well, he will limit Giddey’s improved offensive game. Looking at the shooting guard position, Derrick White should continue being an all-around presence against Coby White. As White is a much bigger piece that should continue being a great passer and out-rebound the Bulls guard with size, his defensive greatness will slow down his opponent's scoring game too.
With Jaylen Brown playing at a very high level once again, he should lockdown Zach Lavine while taking advantage of his weak defense. As Brown has been one of the best scorers from inside or outside this season, he will continue finding his shot against a defender whose not been able to close out. Meanwhile, Brown should be able to slow down Lavine’s shooting ability due to his elite defense and ability to create turnovers for this Boston squad. With Jayson Tatum being one of the top-tier scorers, he will dominate Julian Phillips throughout the night. Meanwhile, Nikola Vucevic’s efficient scoring for Chicago will try to make it close against a similar player in Kristapas Porzingis with this Bulls roster having deficiencies everywhere else. As the Celtics have Payton Pritchard and Neemias Queta playing a huge role off the bench, this Bulls squad will rely on Ayo Dosmou and Dalen Terry to score at high-levels.
Our prediction: The Boston Celtics will win this game and cover their -9.5 spread, while the score goes over 224 points.
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