Bucks vs. Bulls Prediction: NBA Pick, Odds, Best Bets
The Milwaukee Bucks will host the Chicago Bulls as 3.5-point favorites with a total points line set at 239.5. The NBA Cup is continuing its second day of group play, featuring a pivotal matchup between two Eastern Conference teams that have exceeded preseason expectations.
Chicago Bulls Analysis
The Bulls hold the best record in the conference at 6-1, despite missing shooting guard Coby White, who averaged 20.4 points last season but is sidelined this year due to a calf injury. Point guard Josh Giddey is leading Chicago in scoring and assists, recording two triple-doubles so far. Giddey is also a +320 favorite at FanDuel for the Most Improved Player award.
Milwaukee Bucks Overview
The Bucks began the season with several uncertainties. They signed free agent center Myles Turner but lack a clear plan at point guard following Damian Lillard’s season-ending injury. Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future remains a topic of speculation, with any struggles possibly fueling trade rumors.
Milwaukee has started 5-3 and coach Doc Rivers has been credited for adapting the halfcourt offense effectively. With starting point guard Kevin Porter Jr. injured, Rivers assigned Ryan Rollins to fill in at the position. This adjustment allows sharpshooters Gary Trent Jr. and Green to space the floor around Antetokounmpo’s ball-dominant play.
"Rivers tabbed Ryan Rollins to fill in at PG, while allowing sharpshooters Gary Trent Jr. Green to remain off the ball and spread the floor around the ball-dominant Antetokounmpo."
Milwaukee is averaging strong offensive numbers throughout the season so far.
Summary
This matchup tests two in-form Eastern teams, with the Bulls showing depth despite key injuries, and the Bucks adjusting strategically amid personnel challenges.