Chicago Bulls vs Toronto Raptors: prediction for the NBA match
The previous match between these teams took place on April 13. It was their most recent official match; there's no need to consider the summer league. Representatives of Chicago were able to secure victory with a score of 109-105.
Chicago Bulls
Chicago has already played three matches in the preseason. On October 16, the “Bulls” suffered a 102-116 defeat to “Denver” on the road. The best performers for the losing team were Coby White and Patrick Williams, each scoring 20 points. One of the team’s leaders, DeMar DeRozan, missed the game for medical reasons. “Chicago” finished in the tenth place in the Eastern Conference standings for the 2022/23 regular season. The team from the Windy City first defeated “Toronto” (109:105) in the play-in, but then lost to the future playoff finalist, “Miami” (91:102).
Toronto Raptors
Toronto will play only its second preseason match. On October 9, the “Raptors” defeated “Sacramento” with a score of 122:99 on their home court. The standout player for the winning team was Gary Trent, who scored 22 points. Scottie Barnes contributed 15 points, while OG Anunoby added 14. The team’s leader, Pascal Siakam, didn’t have a productive game. “Toronto” finished ninth in the Eastern Conference during the regular season.
Prediction
Bookmakers' analysts found it challenging to name a clear favorite in the upcoming match. According to their opinion, the "Bulls" will have a slight advantage. We think this is agreeable. Doctors promise that this time DeRozan will be on the court. With their star in the lineup, "Chicago" is capable of redeeming themselves after the disappointing loss in the last game. Our prediction is "Chicago" to win with overtime considered at 1.71. The "Bulls" will play their second home game of the season. In the previous season, "Chicago" averaged 114.9 points per game at home. Everything points to the fact that this time, the basketball players can please the fans with their attacking and high-scoring play. The local crowd, missing their beloved team, will also contribute to this. Our prediction is "Chicago's" individual total points to be over 111.5 with overtime considered at 1.68. Place a bet on the line of 1xBet with odds of 1.71. Promo code for registration - ODDS2WIN.
