Wizards vs Bulls Prediction and NBA Tips - 2 January 2025
Last updated: Jan 2, 2025, 12:13AM | Published: Jan 1, 2025, 12:45AM
The Washington Wizards will face the favoured Chicago Bulls in NBA action at Capital One Arena on Thursday, beginning at 11:00am AEDT.
With star players Jordan Poole, Kyle Kuzma and Malcolm Brogdon, the Wizards are looking to overcome a Bulls team that includes Nikola Vucevic, Zach LaVine and Coby White.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Wizards vs Bulls game, along with the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Utilising advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Thursday's Washington vs Chicago NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Bulls a 72% chance of winning against the Wizards at Capital One Arena.
Wizards vs Bulls: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Thursday's NBA game at Capital One Arena are shown below:
- Head to Head: Wizards $2.95, Bulls $1.42
- Line: Wizards +6 ($1.91), Bulls -6 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 242 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 Wizards at $2.95 and the Bulls at $1.42.
The Wizards are 6-point underdogs against the Bulls, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Bulls (-6) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 242 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the bookies have got it right and both the Wizards and the Bulls have a 50% chance of covering the line.
The 242-point over/under is expected to stay under 54% of the time.
Wizards vs Bulls: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Chicago at $1.42 with Bet365
- Line: Bulls -6 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 242 at $1.91 with Bet365
Today's Wizards vs Bulls best bets are based on market-leading modelling and wagering expertise to give you the best possible advice 24/7.
Wizards vs Bulls: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Wizards vs Bulls at Capital One Arena on Thursday is the Bulls winning 123-116.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Washington vs Chicago game on Thursday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
Wizards vs Bulls: Player Props
Player props are a great way to bet on Wizards vs Bulls without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.
Stats Insider uses the best data available to predict how each team's leading players will perform at Capital One Arena.
Jordan Poole is expected to lead the Wizards with 23 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists, while Nikola Vucevic is projected to have 26 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists for the Bulls.
Wizards Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jordan Poole | 23 | 4 | 6 |
| Kyle Kuzma | 15 | 5 | 3 |
| Malcolm Brogdon | 14 | 3 | 5 |
| Alexandre Sarr | 13 | 7 | 3 |
| Jonas Valanciunas | 12 | 7 | 2 |
Bulls Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nikola Vucevic | 26 | 11 | 3 |
| Zach LaVine | 22 | 6 | 5 |
| Coby White | 20 | 4 | 5 |
| Josh Giddey | 15 | 8 | 8 |
| Patrick Williams | 12 | 5 | 3 |
Remember, our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting tips before the Washington vs Chicago match-up.
As always, see our Best Bets to get the best tips on every NBA game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Wizards vs Bulls: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Wizards and Bulls at Capital One Arena is scheduled to tip off at 11:00am AEDT on Thursday.
- Teams: Washington Wizards vs Chicago Bulls
- Date: Thursday 2 January 2025
- Time: 11:00am AEDT
- Venue: Capital One Arena
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Washington vs Chicago predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully 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 knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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