Bucks vs. Bulls Prediction: NBA Pick, Odds, and Best Bets
The Milwaukee Bucks will host the Chicago Bulls as 3.5-point favorites, with the total set at 239.5 points. The NBA Cup continues its second day of group play, featuring a key matchup between two Eastern Conference teams outperforming preseason expectations.
Chicago Bulls Overview
The Bulls currently hold the best record in the conference at 6-1, despite missing shooting guard Coby White, who averaged 20.4 points last season. White remains sidelined this year due to a calf injury. Point guard Josh Giddey has stepped up, leading Chicago in both points and assists while recording two triple-doubles. He is also favored at +320 on FanDuel for the Most Improved Player award.
Milwaukee Bucks Overview
Milwaukee began the season with uncertainties, including the signing of free agent center Myles Turner and no definite plan at point guard after Damian Lillard’s season-ending injury. Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future continues to be a topic of speculation, with any struggles potentially fueling trade rumors.
The Bucks have started strong with a 5-3 record. Coach Doc Rivers has earned praise for optimizing the half-court offense and adjusting after starting point guard Kevin Porter Jr. got injured. Ryan Rollins has been assigned to fill in at point guard, allowing sharpshooters like Gary Trent Jr. to focus on spacing the floor and supporting Antetokounmpo’s 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 performances in these early games, showing promise despite the challenges faced.