Two underperforming Eastern Conference squads that have been plagued by a ridiculous amount of injuries collide Wednesday when the Chicago Bulls invade the Verizon Center to square off with the Washington Wizards. Home cooking has been massive for the Wiz, as Randy Whittman’s crew are 7-1 SU and 6-2 ATS in their last eight at home but are just 1-5 SU and ATS and in their last six overall.
- The Wizards have scored UNDER half of the posted total in five of their last seven games.
- The total has gone OVER in 21 of the Bulls' last 29 games after winning the previous game in a matchup.
- The visiting team is 11-4 ATS in its last 15 games in this matchup.
The depleted Bulls are coming off a huge road win over the Toronto Raptors but once again face roster concerns. Pau Gasol will be sidelined for the contest, while Derrick Rose’s status is up in the air and Mike Dunleavy is questionable as well. The good news for Bulls backers is star shooting guard Jimmy Butler is back in the fold, and sophomore Doug McDermott is finally living up to his potential as a spot up shooter.
Chicago has not won consecutive road games since January 28, and its defense has yielded an average of 109.8 points in the last 12 away from home. Chicago is also 2-11 ATS in their last 13 after winning as an underdog.
Wizards’ dynamic point guard John Wall has stepped up against the Bulls this season, posting 33 points and 17 assists in his first two against the bunch from the Windy City.
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Washington Wizards sit at 31-35 (33-32-1 ATS) on the season; in comparison, the Chicago Bulls are currently 33-32 (27-38 ATS). Looking to bet on the points scored total? Washington is 34-29-3 OU and Chicago is 34-31 OU. This season the Washington Wizards are 31-35 overall and 33-32-1 ATS against the number, while the Chicago Bulls are 33-32 and 27-38 ATS. As for the totals, Washington is 34-29-3 on the OU, and Chicago is 34-31. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Washington vs Chicago injuries news.
The power rankings show a disparity between these teams with the Washington Wizards rated this week at No. 19 and the Chicago Bulls sitting at No. 25.
Statistical Matchup
The game also pits Washington's No. 12-ranked offense averaging 102.86 PPG, against a Chicago Bulls defense that ranks No. 17 at 102.94 PPG. The Washington Wizards field goal percentage has averaged 45.66% so far, more than the Chicago Bulls shooters have achieved on the year, 43.93% per game.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Chicago earned a 109-107 victory over Toronto on Monday, getting 29 points from Doug McDermott at Air Canada Centre.
The battle between the Wizards and Pistons didn't turn out to be much of a battle at all as Detroit was handed a 124-81 defeat on Monday at Verizon Center.
- Chicago is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games
- Chicago is 3-6 SU in its last 9 games
- Chicago is 3-6 ATS in its last 9 games on the road
- Chicago is 1-8 SU in its last 9 games on the road
- Washington is 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games
- Washington is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games
- Washington is 6-2 ATS in its last 8 games at home
- Washington is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games at home
Next Betting Matchups
Chicago home to Brooklyn, Thursday, March 17th
Washington at Philadelphia, Thursday, March 17th