Chicago Bulls vs. Toronto Raptors Prediction, Odds, NBA Picks [1/18/2024]

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Chicago Bulls vs. Toronto Raptors Prediction, Odds, NBA Picks [1/18/2024]

The Toronto Raptors and Chicago Bulls will meet in NBA action at Scotiabank Arena on Thursday, with tipoff at 7:30PM ET.

Dimers.com's full betting preview for Thursday's Bulls vs. Raptors matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Bulls vs. Raptors Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used powerful machine learning and statistics to simulate the outcome of Thursday's NBA matchup between the Bulls and Raptors 10,000 times, in line with our coverage of NBA picks.

Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Bulls a 60% chance of beating the Raptors, and our predicted final score has the Bulls winning 115-112.

According to our model, the Bulls (-2.5) have a 53% chance of covering the spread, while the Over/Under total of 227.5 points has a 52% chance of going under.

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Bulls vs. Raptors Odds

We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type Bulls Raptors
Spread -2.5 (-105) +2.5 (-115)
Moneyline -125 +110
Total o227.5 (-115) u227.5 (-105)
  • The Raptors are +2.5 underdogs against the Bulls, with -115 at BetMGM Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
  • For the favored Bulls (-2.5) to cover the spread, BetMGM also has the best odds currently on offer at -105.
  • BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Raptors at +110. That means you can bet $100 to profit $110, earning a total payout of $210, if they win.
  • DraftKings Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Bulls at -125, where you can risk $125 to win $100 for a total payout of $225 if they come out on top.
  • The Over/Under for total points scored sits at 227.5 with BetMGM, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -115, as well as the best odds for the Under at -105.

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

As always, make sure you check all the legal sports betting sites available in your state for the best NBA odds and lines.

Bulls vs. Raptors Picks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have determined the best betting picks for this game:

Bet Type Our Pick Best Odds
Spread Bulls -2.5 -105
Moneyline Bulls -125 🔥
Total Under 227.5 -105

 

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Bulls vs. Raptors Player Props

Looking for Chicago vs. Toronto NBA player props? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Scotiabank Arena.

Zach LaVine is expected to lead the way for the Bulls with 25 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists, while RJ Barrett is projected to have 20 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists for the Raptors.

Bulls Prediction

Our model's projected player stats for the Bulls:

Player PTS REB AST 3PM
Zach LaVine 25 4 5 3
DeMar DeRozan 23 4 6 1
Coby White 18 5 6 3
Nikola Vucevic 18 11 4 1
Alex Caruso 10 4 3 2

Raptors Prediction

Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers for the Raptors:

Player PTS REB AST 3PM
RJ Barrett 20 5 3 2
Scottie Barnes 18 7 7 2
Immanuel Quickley 17 4 4 3
Dennis Schroder 12 2 6 2
Gary Trent 11 2 2 3

For more help with your NBA prop betting, check out the best NBA trends for today's games.

Don't forget, our model updates frequently, so keep checking this page for any changes to our betting analysis ahead of the Bulls vs. Raptors on Thursday January 18, 2024.

Bulls vs. Raptors Game Information

Thursday's action between the Raptors and Bulls at Scotiabank Arena is scheduled to start at 7:30PM ET.

 

Our full coverage of Bulls vs. Raptors includes pregame predictions, betting picks, and live win probabilities.

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Conclusion

This preview article has been partially generated using automated processes and AI technology. Our goal is to provide timely and accurate updates on Thursday's Bulls vs. Raptors matchup, and automation assists in data collection, analysis, and formatting. Human editing and quality control are performed to ensure the content meets our editorial guidelines.

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