Chicago Bulls vs Nets Predictions and Betting Tips 3 Dec 2024 - NBA Prediction
NLB Staff
01.12.2024 18:20
Bulls vs Nets Prediction
With the Chicago Bulls continuing to be one of the most disappointing teams this season, this Brooklyn unit has shocked the whole NBA during this season’s beginning. As the Bulls came off a 138-129 loss against Boston, Brooklyn just came off a week where they beat Phoenix and Golden State. This match will take place on December 3rd at 6:30 A.M. IST in United Center of Chicago. Underneath are our key betting tips, top player props, vital injuries, and head-to-head trends to create a prediction for this game.
Bulls vs Nets Betting Tips & Predictions
1. Chicago Bulls vs Brooklyn Nets Moneyline Pick
As the money line is at -130 for Brooklyn in this game, it should be taken as they are a much stronger squad both ways. With Dennis Schroeder and Zaire Williams having been very strong options from their backcourt, they should outscore the likes of Coby White plus Josh Giddey. Having two forwards in Cameron Johnson plus Trendon Watford, they should outscore Julian Phillips and Zach Lavine. As Nikola Vucevic will have a scoring advantage on the Nets center, Nic Claxton should continue dominating the rebounding numbers. Seeing this, the -130 money line is an easy win for Brooklyn, they should win their 5th straight against Chicago.
2. Chicago Bulls vs Brooklyn Nets Point Spread Pick
With the Nets having a -1.5 spread during this game, they should complete this game’s odds having shown immense ability as a two-way unit. Dennis Schroeder leads this unit by being a top-level finisher and someone who can pass to many of his guards on the side. Having immense speed to drive in plus finish layups, he continues growing as a leader. Being against Mike Conely who has struggled to score or find rhythm this year, Schroeder’s defense should continue getting steals and turnovers on him. Seeing that the Nets guard will attack Conley with speed it will be an advantage on both ends. Although Coby White will have a massive advantage for Chicago against Zaire Williams, this Nets guard’s ability to score at a quick rate will keep the matchup very close. As Williams continues growing at defending the perimeter areas, he should have somewhat of a shutdown effort against White at time. Seeing that Cameron Johnson and Zach Lavine will have an offensive battle, they both should score without having much of a defensive presence. As Trendon Watford will continue his mid-range and three-point game against Julian Philips with ease, Nic Claxton will win the rebounding battle against Nikola Vucevic if he doesn’t even score as much. All in all, the -1.5 spread should be a perfect pick.
3. Chicago Bulls vs Brooklyn Nets Over/Under Pick (Total Points)
Seeing that the over/under in this game is at 224.5 points, this game has plenty of solid scoring options. As Chicago has a point guard who can pass, their shooting guard is a sharp all-around shooter who can provide a lot. Having a small forward who can finish from inside or outside, they have a stretch five at center. Meanwhile, Brooklyn is led by one of the strongest combo guards and a solid shooter at shooting guard. Having two forwards that can knock down the three ball at ease, their center is a key finisher inside that helps all their bench pieces have the motivation to attack early. Knowing this, the 232 combined points from last time will be somewhat similar to what is scored in this game.
Chicago Bulls vs Brooklyn Nets Top Player Props
Josh Giddey under 13.5 points at 1.61: As the Chicago Bulls point guard has recently found scoring struggles, they will continue against a tougher opponent. Seeing that he matches up against Dennis Schroeder, he won’t get great looks to attack the basket once again. Knowing that Giddey averaged 11.7 points, he will be around this amount during this game.
Cameron Johnson over 19.5 points at 1.95: Being one of the best three-point shooting wings in NBA play, he will continue hitting them with ease. Going up against Zach Lavine’s defense, the Nets forward should find easy looks around perimeter areas. Seeing that he averages 17.7 points a game, he should go well over that during this matchup.
Bulls vs Nets Injury News & Impact
Chicago Bulls Injuries: As Patrick Williams, 9.9 points, is ruled out with a foot injury, they will have to rely on Julian Phillips to start in this game.
Brooklyn Nets Injuries: Seeing that Cam Thomas, 24.7 points, is out due to a left hamstring strain, they also lost Dorian Finney-Smith and Noah Clowney as key depth pieces. With Jaylen Martin and Day’ron Sharpe are also ruled out, this Brooklyn squad will be without two highly efficient rebounders.
Bulls vs Nets Head-to-Head Trends
With the Brooklyn Nets having won 4 straight games against Chicago, they should continue building on this streak as a more complete unit. Seeing that this group averages 118 points and the Nets scoring over 100 four straight times, they should have another high-scoring matchup. Knowing that Brooklyn is 6-4 against the spread in their past 10 games, they should continue building their record.
Betting Insights & Public Trends
Looking at the public trends, Brooklyn is favored by 55.9% of bettors to win this game against Chicago.
Bulls vs Nets Final Prediction
As the Brooklyn Nets have been on a very surprising streak over the last couple of games, they hope to continue building on this against an easier matchup. A group that gets Chicago in this game, it should be a much simpler victory due to the fact they have more pieces all-around. With Dennis Schroeder leading the team as a great passer and inside scorer, that also has an outside shot, he will continue dominating like a combo guard. Going up against a much less efficient defender in Josh Giddey, Schroeder should have a big game and control the assists numbers throughout. As a much stronger defender, he should create many steals on Giddey and turn them into transition points for this Brooklyn unit. Next to him is an improving piece in Zaire Williams who has slowly become a better scorer and defender. Going up against an elite piece like Coby White on both ends of the floor, Williams will keep it closer than expected because of his length and ability to steal. Someone who can knock down the three-ball as well will be much needed in this game as one of Brooklyn’s top outside shooters.
With Cameron Johnson being a great shooter from outside that can finish near the hoop as well, he should have a huge performance against Zach Lavine’s defense. Even though Lavine will score too because of his greatness off the dribble plus Johnson’s defensive weakness, the Nets forward has a higher chance to score more. In addition, Cameron Johnson will provide this team with more rebounds than someone like Lavine who doesn’t have the physicality to fight for them. Knowing that Trenton Watford is a huge advantage over Julian Phillips due to his scoring prowess from mid-range or outside, Nic Claxton gives this Nets squad a rebounding advantage inside. Even though Vucevic scores more, this Nets unit has more blocks from Claxton and bench pieces like Jalen Wilson plus Ben Simmons to play key minutes. But, if Lonzo Ball can have a good game, Chicago could win this matchup.
Our prediction: Brooklyn Nets win this game and cover their -1.5 spread, while score goes over 224.5 points.
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