Bulls vs. Bucks Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on December 23rd, 2024

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The Bulls and Bucks will tip-off on December 23rd, 2024, in an NBA game in Chicago, IL at United Center, and be sure to check out the picks and predictions to win with your bets.

Introduction to the Bulls vs. Bucks betting tip and prediction

December 23rd, 2024 is the date for the Eastern Conference match, which will get underway at 19:00. The Bulls enters as 1.5 point underdogs in the contest. The previous game between these two teams was a pick’em and the Bucks won, 113-97. The over/under for the upcoming game is 233 points.

In the 2024-2025 basketball season, we're all familiar with the significance of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's explore how different teams are succeeding from long distance. The Bulls are currently knocking down 37.6% of their 3-pointers, displaying their accuracy from beyond the arc. On the other hand, the Bucks are converting 39% of their shots from long range, highlighting their proficiency in this aspect. The Bulls are dedicating 48% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Bucks are taking 43% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Chicago Bulls

How are the Bulls playing this season?

The Bulls comes into this game with a 13-16 record, and they are currently 9th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Bulls are 5-5 in their last 10 games.

Did the Bulls win their most recent game?

No, Bulls fell to the Celtics, 123-98. Coby White scored 22 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Bulls

The leading scorer for the Bulls this season is Zach LaVine, who is averaging 22 points per game. In the last game, he scored 28 points in DraftKings and 25.8 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Bulls

Coming into the December 23rd, 2024 contest, Nikola Vucevic leads the Bulls with 9.8 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 37.5 points in DraftKings and 36 fantasy points in FanDuel. Josh Giddey has a team-high 6.9 assists per game The steals leader for the Bulls is Coby White (1.1 steals per game). He has 17 DraftKings fantasy points and 15.5 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Nikola Vucevic is leading the way for the Bulls with 0.8 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 37.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 36 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Bulls Team Analysis

The Bulls' point differential this season is -3.3 points per game, which ranks 22nd in the NBA. They are averaging 118.1 points per game while allowing 121.4 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Bulls are making 16.5 shots per game, which ranks 2nd in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Bulls are making 15.7 per game, which ranks 26th in the NBA.

Projected Bulls Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Bucks, the Bulls' starting lineup consisted of Nikola Vucevic, DeMar DeRozan, Alex Caruso, Ayo Dosunmu and Coby White. For the upcoming matchup, the Bulls has the following injuries: Josh Giddey is questionable (ankle), E.J. Liddell is questionable (knee) and Dalen Terry isquestionable (knee).

Milwaukee Bucks

How are the Bucks playing this season?

The Bucks head this game with a 15-12 record, and they are currently 5th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Bucks are 7-3 in their last 10 games.

Did the Bucks win their most recent game?

Yes, Bucks defeated the Wizards, 112-101. Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 46 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Bucks

The leading scorer for the Bucks this season is Giannis Antetokounmpo, who is averaging 32.7 points per game. Giannis Antetokounmpo also leads the team in minutes played per game with 36.36. He scored 46 points on 16-for-22 shooting in his previous regular season meeting against the Bulls.

Other Team Leaders for the Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo is leading the way with 11.6 rebounds per game Damian Lillard is dishing out a team-high 7.5 assists per game In terms of steals, the Bucks' leader is Khris Middleton with 1.2 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 41 DraftKings fantasy points and 39.2 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Bucks is Brook Lopez, who is sending back 2 shots per game. He scored 17.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 15.7 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Bucks Team Analysis

The Bucks' point differential this season is 0.9 points per game, which ranks 15th in the NBA. They are averaging 112.8 points per game while allowing 111.9 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Bucks are making 14.4 shots per game, which ranks 10th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Bucks are making 16.3 per game, which ranks 19th in the NBA.

Projected Bucks' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Bulls, the Bucks' starting five were Brook Lopez, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jae Crowder, Malik Beasley and Damian Lillard. For the upcoming matchup, Bucks has the following injury: Damian Lillard is questionable (calf).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

According to Vegas, it is a toss-up for the Bulls and Bucks game. Although it is a pick’em, the suggestion is to bet at the Bucks.

Money Line betting suggestion

Bulls are a 1.5 money line underdog for the game against the Bucks, and the suggestion is to pick the Bucks.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Bulls and Bucks is 233 points, so the suggestion is to take the under.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Bulls and Bucks have combined for just 1 overtime game this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.