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Free NBA betting picks, odds, predictions for the Bulls vs. Lakers on 3/29/2023. Our best bets and top NBA picks for moneylines, over/unders and more.
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Today's Betting Overview - Lakers @ Bulls
The Lakers take on the Bulls on Wednesday, March 29th at United Center, Chicago. RotoBaller provides free handicapping picks and odds for all NBA games throughout the 2022-2023 season.
- Matchup: Los Angeles Lakers (37-38) vs. Chicago Bulls (36-39)
- Date: Wednesday, March 29th
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Venue: United Center
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Lakers
- Anthony Davis (Probable) Foot
- LeBron James (Questionable) Foot
- D'Angelo Russell (Probable) Hip
- Mo Bamba (Out) Ankle
Bulls
- Alex Caruso (Questionable) Foot
- Lonzo Ball (Out) Knee
- Javonte Green (Questionable) Knee
- Justin Lewis (Out) ACL
Los Angeles Lakers - NBA Betting Analysis
In Los Angeles' most recent game, LeBron James led the team in scoring with 19 points, but the Lakers fell to the Bulls by a score of 118-108 to the Bulls. Going into the game, Los Angeles was 5.5 point favorites, adding an ATS loss to their resume.
Now, the Lakers' overall record sits at 37-38, placing them 9th in the Western Conference. The team's current record at home is 21-18 and 16-20 on the road. Los Angeles has covered the spread in exactly half of their game at 36-36.
This season, the Lakers' offense has been excellent, ranking 10th in the NBA at 116.4 points per game. Los Angeles has averaged 113 points per contest over their last five games. Los Angeles has used pace to their advantage this season, averaging 101.7 possessions per game, which is the 2nd most in the league. This up-tempo style has made up for a three-point field goal percentage of 34.2% (26th). In terms of getting to the free-throw line, the Lakers are 1st in the NBA in attempts while connecting at a rate of 77.6%.
Some key factors behind the Lakers' struggles this year is their inconsistent defensive rebounding and inability to force turnovers. So far, they are 25th in defensive rebounds per game and 14th in forced turnovers at 14th per game. Overall, Los Angeles is allowing 115.1 points per game, placing them 21st in the NBA. Opposing teams have hit 35.4% of their three-point field goal attempts against the Lakers and 47.1 of their shots overall.
Chicago Bulls - NBA Betting Analysis
In Chicago's most recent game, Zach LaVine led the team in scoring with 23 points, but the Bulls fell to the Clippers by a score of 124-112 to the Clippers. Going into the game, oddsmakers had Chicago as the 4.5 point underdog, resulting in an ATS loss for the team.
Now, the Bulls' overall record sits at 36-39, placing them 10th in the Eastern Conference. The team's current record at home is 20-17 and 16-22 on the road. This season, Chicago's ATS record sits at 38-37.
Currently, the Bulls are ranked 20th among all NBA teams with an average of 113.4 points per game. However, if their recent performance is any indication, they may drop in the rankings soon. Over their last five games, they have averaged just 110 points per contest. Chicago's three-point shooting numbers have been impressive this year, ranking 10th in the NBA with a shooting percentage of 36.7%. However, their overall numbers have suffered from an average pace of 99.0 possessions per game, which is just 17th. Their current field goal percentage of 49.1% is 3rd in the league.
The Bulls have struggled this season due to poor defensive rebounding and a lack of forced turnovers, ranking 25th and 13th respectively. They are allowing an average of 115.1 points per game, putting them 21st in the league. Opponents have connected on 35.4% of their three-pointers and 47.1% of their field goal attempts when facing Chicago.
Today's NBA Betting Pick - Lakers vs. Bulls
Today will be the second time that these two teams have matched up this season. In the first meeting, the Bulls came out on top with a 118-108 win. Chicago not only won the game, but covered the spread as 5.5 point underdogs. In terms of the over/under, they exceed the betting line set at 224.5 points.
In the Lakers' previous five games as the favorite, they have a straight up record of 3-2 while going 2-3 against the spread. In their last three road contests, they are 2-1 ATS and 2-1 straight up. Their previous ten games have an over/under mark of 4-6 with an average of 230 points per contest.
Across Chicago's last five games at home, they have an ATS mark of 4-1 while going 4-1 straight-up. As the underdog, the Bulls are 1-2 straight up on an average scoring differential of -9 points per game. This has led to an ATS mark of 3-0. Their previous ten games have ended in an average of 222 points per game and an over/under mark of 5-5.
Recommended ATS Betting Pick: LAL -1
Recommended OU Betting Pick: Under 225.5
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