Chicago Bulls vs. Cleveland Cavaliers ATS Prediction 01/25/20

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The Cleveland Cavaliers (12-33) welcome the Chicago Bulls (17-30) to Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. The Cavaliers are 1-point underdogs and will attempt to put an end to their six-game losing streak. The game’s Over/Under (O/U) has been set at 217 points and it can be seen on NBC Sports Chicago at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 25, 2020.

Chicago Bulls at Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Odds

Both teams lost as favorites in their last matchup. The Cavaliers (2.5-point favorites) were defeated by the Washington Wizards, 124-112, while the Bulls (1-point favorites) fell to the Sacramento Kings, 98-81. The Cleveland game went 4.5 points over the projected point total of 231.5, while the Chicago game went 40 points under the projected point total of 219.

Chicago held Sacramento to an offensive rebounding percentage of 16.7 (below their season average of 22.4) while Cleveland had a turnover percentage of 7.2 (better than their season average of 14.0). Larry Nance Jr. had a good outing for Cleveland, contributing 22 points and 12 rebounds. Meanwhile, Zach LaVine played a key role for Chicago with 21 points and six rebounds.

The Bulls evened the season series at one with a 118-116 victory in their most recent contest. LaVine was the game’s leading scorer with 42 points. The Bulls’ turnover percentage was their biggest strength over the Cavaliers. Chicago had a rate of 11.3, while Cleveland posted a mark of 24.5. The two teams combined for 234 points, which was well over the projected point total of 214.5, and Chicago was unable to cover as a 7-point favorite.

There does not appear to be a trend for games including the Bulls in regards to the O/U total, as there has been an even split between games finishing over and under. Chicago heads into the game with records of 17-30 straight up (SU) and 22-24 against the spread (ATS).

In opposition of Chicago, just over half of Cavaliers games have finished over the O/U total. Moreover, Cleveland is 12-33 SU and 19-24-2 ATS.

It might be a sloppy game for the Cleveland offense. Cleveland ranks 29th in the NBA in ball protection (turnover percentage of 15.3 percent), while the gambling defense of Chicago forces the most turnovers in the league (17.1 percent). Also, the Bulls rank 22nd in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.183), while the Cavaliers rank first in opponents’ FTA rate (0.157).

Chicago Bulls vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Odds Pick

NBA Tip: SU Winner – Bulls, ATS Winner – Bulls, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • The Bulls rank ninth in three pointers attempted per game (35.2) while the Cavaliers rank 11th in three pointers allowed per game (33.0).
  • Chicago ranks first in points off turnovers per game (21.1) while Cleveland ranks last (13.7).
  • The Bulls rank 12th in points in the paint per game (48.2) while the Cavaliers rank last in points allowed in the paint per game (54.1).
  • Chicago ranks 21st in assists allowed per game (24.9) while Cleveland ranks 28th (25.9).
  • Cleveland ranks 20th in rebounds per game (44.2) while Chicago ranks 26th (42.7).
  • The Bulls average 9.9 steals per game, which ranks first in the league. The Cavaliers rank 28th in steals allowed per game (8.8).
  • The Bulls rank 24th in blocks per game (4.3) while the Cavaliers rank last (3.3).
  • Chicago ranks sixth in fast break points allowed per game (12.1) while Cleveland ranks 27th (15.1).
  • In games where they allow under 100 points, Chicago is 5-3 and Cleveland is 4-3.
  • The Cavaliers are 11-21 when they reach the century mark, while the Bulls are 17-16.
  • Chicago is 11-11 ATS on the road, while Cleveland is 8-13-1 ATS at home.
  • Of the Bulls’ 22 road games, they have 11 unders, 10 overs and 1 push.
  • In 22 home games, the Cavaliers have 11 overs and 11 unders.

Bettings Trends:

  • The Bulls are 3-2 ATS over their last five games, while the Cavaliers are 2-3.
  • In their last five games, Chicago has 3 unders and 2 overs, while Cleveland has 3 overs and 2 unders.
  • The Bulls’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 6.4, up from 2.3 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Cavaliers have scored an average of 105.2 points per game (0.3 above their season average) and allowed an average of 117.8 points per game (3.7 above their season average).