Bulls vs. Nuggets Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on January 27th, 2025

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On January 27th, 2025, the Bulls will take on the Nuggets 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. Nuggets betting tip and prediction

This NBA matchup on January 27th, 2025, at 19:00 features a collision between the Eastern Conference and Western Conference. The Bulls enters as 8 point underdogs in the contest. The previous game between these two teams was a pick’em and the Nuggets won, 114-106. The over/under for the upcoming game is 246 points.

The 2024-2025 basketball season emphasizes the pivotal role of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's delve into how teams are performing from long range. The Bulls are currently draining 37% of their 3-pointers, demonstrating their proficiency in long-range shooting. Meanwhile, the Nuggets are impressively converting 38.4% of their shots from beyond the arc. In terms of shot selection, the Bulls are dedicating 46% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Nuggets are taking 35% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Chicago Bulls

How are the Bulls playing this season?

The Bulls comes into this game with a 19-27 record, and they are currently 10th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Bulls are 2-8 in their last 10 games.

Did the Bulls win their most recent game?

No, Bulls fell to the 76ers, 109-97. Coby White scored 27 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Bulls

The leading scorer for the Bulls this season is Zach LaVine, who is averaging 24 points per game. LaVine also is the team leader in minutes played per game with 34.08. In the last game, he scored 42 points in DraftKings and 39.6 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Bulls

Coming into the January 27th, 2025 contest, Nikola Vucevic leads the Bulls with 10.3 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 52.5 points in DraftKings and 54.4 fantasy points in FanDuel. Josh Giddey has a team-high 6.6 assists per game. He scored 32.5 DraftKings points and 27.5 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Bulls is Lonzo Ball (1.6 steals per game). He has 22.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 22.8 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Matas Buzelis is leading the way for the Bulls with 0.8 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 9.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 7.6 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Bulls Team Analysis

The Bulls' point differential this season is -3.6 points per game, which ranks 22nd in the NBA. They are averaging 116.4 points per game while allowing 120 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Bulls are making 15.8 shots per game, which ranks 3rd in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Bulls are making 15 per game, which ranks 29th in the NBA.

Projected Bulls Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Nuggets, the Bulls' starting lineup consisted of Nikola Vucevic, Patrick Williams, DeMar DeRozan, Alex Caruso and Coby White. For the upcoming matchup, the Bulls has the following injuries: Torrey Craig is out (leg), Chris Duarte is questionable (personal) E.J. Liddell is out (knee), Adama Sanogo is out (knee) and Coby White is out (ankle).

Denver Nuggets

How are the Nuggets playing this season?

The Nuggets head this game with a 28-17 record, and they are currently 4th in the Western Conference standings. The Nuggets are 8-2 in their last 10 games.

Did the Nuggets win their most recent game?

No, Nuggets came up short against the Timberwolves, 133-104. Reggie Jackson scored 25 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Nuggets

The leading scorer for the Nuggets this season is Nikola Jokic, who is averaging 29.9 points per game. Nikola Jokic also leads the team in minutes played per game with 36.32. He scored 4 points on 2-for-5 shooting in his previous regular season meeting against the Bulls. In the last game, scored 39.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 33.1 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Nuggets

Nikola Jokic is leading the way with 13.1 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 39.25 points in DraftKings and 33.1 in FanDuel. Nikola Jokic is dishing out a team-high 10.1 assists per game. He has 39.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 33.1 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Nuggets' leader is Nikola Jokic with 1.8 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 39.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 33.1 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Nuggets is Peyton Watson, who is sending back 1.3 shots per game. He scored 18.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 22.1 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Nuggets Team Analysis

The Nuggets' point differential this season is 4.6 points per game, which ranks 7th in the NBA. They are averaging 120.6 points per game while allowing 116 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Nuggets are making 11.9 shots per game, which ranks 27th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Nuggets are making 18.4 per game, which ranks 4th in the NBA.

Projected Nuggets' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Bulls, the Nuggets' starting five were Nikola Jokic, Aaron Gordon, Michael Porter Jr., Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Jamal Murray. For the upcoming matchup, Nuggets has the following injuries: Vlatko Cancar is out (knee), DaRon Holmes II is out (achilles), and Spencer Jones is out (groin).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

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

Money Line betting suggestion

Bulls are a 8 money line underdog for the game against the Nuggets, and the suggestion is to pick the Nuggets.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Bulls and Nuggets is 246 points, so the suggestion is to take the under.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Bulls and Nuggets have combined for just 5 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.