Odds have seemed to be somewhat prophetic when it comes to games between the Boston Celtics and Chicago Bulls. The team closing as the favorite has gone 14-4 SU in the past 18 between the Celtics and Bulls while also covering in eight of the past 11.
- The Celtics are 3-12 SU in their last 15 games on the road against the Bulls.
- The Bulls are 6-1 SU in their last 7 games as underdog.
- The total has gone UNDER in 10 of the Celtics' last 12 games as road favorites.
It seemed as though the series may be getting away from the Celtics after going down 2-0 but a dominant win in Game 3 has pep in Boston’s step. It wasn’t just a one-man show for the Celtics either, as four of their five starters scored at least 15 points. Ball security was also at the forefront of that affair with the Celtics giving up just 12 turnovers compared to 34 assists.
The Bulls were clearly missing Rajon Rondo in Game 3. Jerian Grant and Michael Carter-Williams shot a combined 3-for-10 with eight points and seven turnovers. Jimmy Butler is coming off his worst game in over a month with the All-Star shooting 33.3 percent from the floor and missing all four of his three-point attempts.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
Sportsbooks such as Sportsbook had the Chicago Bulls installed as 2.5-point underdogs in this particular NBA matchup. The over-under betting line for the total number of point scored was listed by most sportsbooks, including Sportsbook, at 204.
Odds Shark prediction models pick the Bulls to win this game 109-96. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NBA matchups here.
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Chicago Bulls sit at 43-42 (44-41 ATS) on the season; in comparison, the Boston Celtics are currently 54-31 (42-42-1 ATS). Looking to bet on the points scored total? Chicago is 36-49 OU and Boston is 40-41-4 OU. This season the Chicago Bulls are 43-42 overall and 44-41 ATS against the number, while the Boston Celtics are 54-31 and 42-42-1 ATS. As for the totals, Chicago is 36-49 on the OU, and Boston is 40-41-4. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Chicago vs Boston injuries news.
This game pits the Chicago Bulls, currently No. 9 in the Odds Shark NBA Power Rankings, against the Boston Celtics, who rate No. 11 in the most recent survey update.
Statistical Matchup
When it comes to rebounds, the visiting Boston Celtics rank No. 27 in the league with 41.78 per game. That compares with Chicago's No. 3 ranking in that category. The story is different when it comes to three-point shooting where Chicago is the NBA's No. 28-ranked team at 7.61 per game, while the Boston Celtics rate No. 3 with 12.07 per contest.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Boston got 18 points from Al Horford en route to a 104-87 victory over Chicago on Friday at United Center.
- Boston is 4-9 ATS in its last 13 games
- Boston is 13-6 SU in its last 19 games
- Boston is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games on the road
- The total has gone UNDER in 11 of Boston's last 15 games on the road
- Chicago is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games
- Chicago is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games
- The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Chicago's last 8 games
- Chicago is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games at home
Next Betting Matchups
Boston home to Chicago, Wednesday, April 26th