Pacers vs Bulls Prediction and NBA Tips - 9 January 2025
Last updated: Jan 9, 2025, 12:09AM | Published: Jan 7, 2025, 11:10PM
The Indiana Pacers will face the Chicago Bulls in NBA action at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Thursday, commencing at 11:00am AEDT.
Led by star players Pascal Siakam, Tyrese Haliburton and Bennedict Mathurin, the Pacers are aiming to beat a Bulls side that includes Zach LaVine, Coby White and Nikola Vucevic.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Pacers vs Bulls game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Based on advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Thursday's Indiana vs Chicago NBA game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Pacers a 69% chance of winning against the Bulls at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Pacers vs Bulls: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Thursday's NBA game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse are listed here:
- Head to Head: Pacers $1.48, Bulls $2.75
- Line: Pacers -5 ($1.87), Bulls +5 ($1.95)
- Total (Over/Under 246.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Pacers at $1.48 and the Bulls at $2.75.
The Pacers are 5-point favourites against the Bulls, with odds of $1.87 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Bulls (+5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.95.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 246.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Pacers (-5) are predicted to cover the line 51% of the time, while the 246.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 56% of the time.
Pacers vs Bulls: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Indiana at $1.48 with Bet365
- Line: Bulls +5 at $1.95 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 246.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
These Pacers vs Bulls predictions are based on world-class modelling and wagering intelligence to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
Although the Pacers are more likely to cover the line, our best bet of Bulls +5 is based on the likelihood of that happening, as projected by our predictive analytics model, and the top odds available.
Pacers vs Bulls: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Pacers vs Bulls at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Thursday is the Pacers prevailing 124-118.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Indiana vs Chicago game on Thursday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
Pacers vs Bulls: Player Props
Player props are a common way to bet on Pacers vs Bulls without necessarily betting on the outcome of Thursday's game itself.
Stats Insider uses the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Pascal Siakam is expected to lead the Pacers with 22 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists, while Zach LaVine is projected to finish with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for the Bulls.
Pacers Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pascal Siakam | 22 | 8 | 4 |
| Tyrese Haliburton | 21 | 4 | 10 |
| Bennedict Mathurin | 17 | 6 | 2 |
| Andrew Nembhard | 14 | 3 | 6 |
| Obi Toppin | 14 | 5 | 3 |
Bulls Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zach LaVine | 24 | 5 | 5 |
| Coby White | 19 | 3 | 5 |
| Nikola Vucevic | 18 | 10 | 3 |
| Josh Giddey | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Patrick Williams | 14 | 5 | 3 |
Remember, our model updates frequently, so keep checking this page for the latest betting analysis before the Indiana vs Chicago game.
As always, see our Best Bets for the best tips for every NBA game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Pacers vs Bulls: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Pacers and Bulls at Gainbridge Fieldhouse is scheduled to tip off at 11:00am AEDT on Thursday.
- Teams: Indiana Pacers vs Chicago Bulls
- Date: Thursday 9 January 2025
- Time: 11:00am AEDT
- Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Indiana vs Chicago predictions have been made after running 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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