Houston Rockets vs Chicago Bulls Prediction & Picks - NBA
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Prediction:
Over 232.5
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by Erik Gibbs in NBA Picks
The Chicago Bulls will head to the Toyota Center on Saturday night to take on the Houston Rockets in a matchup between two teams riding four-game winning streaks. Both squads are looking to extend their success, with the Bulls fresh off a 116-110 home victory over the Brooklyn Nets and the Rockets coming off a dominant 133-96 blowout win over the Dallas Mavericks. Despite sitting below .500, Chicago remains firmly in the Eastern Conference playoff race, while Houston is pushing for a top-four seed in the West, which would grant them home-court advantage in the first round.
Chicago’s offense has been one of its biggest strengths this season, ranking ninth in the NBA in points per game. Their efficiency has been solid, sitting at 17th in field goal percentage and 12th in three-point shooting. However, their fast-paced style—third-fastest tempo in the league—has led to defensive struggles. The Bulls rank near the bottom of the league in points allowed, making it crucial for them to outscore opponents rather than relying on defensive stops.
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Houston Rockets and Chicago Bulls Latest Matches
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Houston Rockets against Chicago Bulls : Head to Head (H2H)
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Players list
J. Green
F. VanVleet
ForwardJ. Smith
C. White
T. Jones
ForwardM. Buzelis
Substitutes
A. Thompson
R. Sheppard
A. Holiday
ForwardJ. Green
T. Eason
C. Whitmore
J. Tate
D. Terry
J. Carter
T. Horton-Tucker
ForwardP. Williams
J. Phillips
Houston Rockets - Chicago Bulls Key Points
- The Rockets are 6-0 ATS in their last 6 games vs. teams with a losing record
- The Bulls are 0-4 ATS in their last 4 road games after a home win
- The Rockets are 7-0 SU in their last 7 games at Toyota Center vs. teams with a losing record
- The Bulls are 1-7 in their last 8 road games after a win
Our Houston Rockets vs Chicago Bulls Prediction
The Rockets have quietly put together an impressive campaign and are locked in a tight battle with the Lakers and Nuggets for the fourth seed in the Western Conference. They currently rank 17th in scoring but make up for it with a disciplined defensive approach. Houston is among the best in the league on that end of the floor, ranking fifth in field goal defense and fourth in points allowed per game. This defensive efficiency could prove to be a key factor against a Bulls team that thrives in high-scoring affairs but struggles to contain opponents.
The Rockets will once again be without Amen Thompson, who continues to recover from an ankle injury and is expected to return next week. On the other hand, Chicago will need to put forth a much sharper effort than they did against Brooklyn, a team that is already out of the postseason hunt. With Houston playing on the second night of a back-to-back, fatigue could be a minor factor, but their defensive capabilities should help them slow down Chicago’s up-tempo attack.
Ultimately, the Bulls will have to execute at a high level offensively to overcome Houston’s defensive pressure. The Rockets, with their ability to limit opponents’ scoring opportunities, are well-positioned to extend their winning streak, especially at home. Given the stakes in the Western Conference standings, expect Houston to play with urgency and take care of business in this one. Our prediction for Houston Rockets vs. Chicago Bulls: Rockets to win and cover.
Prediction:
Over 232.5
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