LiontipsToronto vs Chicago. Prediction and Betting Tips for NBA
Command Analysis
Toronto and Chicago are near each other in the standings. It will be the first head-to-head match between the teams in the current season. Canadian club has five victories and four defeats. In the previous match the Raptors suffered an away defeat to Dallas (110:111) by just one point. Before that, Toronto secured a home victory over Atlanta (139:109) and trashed the Spurs (143:100) in San Antonio.
Pascal Siakam is putting up a fantastic performance for Toronto in 2022/23 season. 28-year old power forward is a leader of his team on points, rebounds and assists per game. But he might miss the upcoming match through a back injury. Fred VanVleet is also on team's injuried list.
Chicago suffered an away defeat to Boston in the previous game. Even 46 points from DeMar DeRozan didn't help the Bulls, Andre Drummond's injury didn't make things easier for the Illinois team. Before that, Billy Donovan's men have secured an away victory over Brooklyn (108:99) and a home win over Charlotte (106:88).
The Chicago Bulls are currently at the 6th spot in the Eastern Conference standings. 5th placed Toronto has one game in hand.
Trends
СтавкаToronto to win with a (-3.5) handicap
This bet played in two latest head-to-head matches
СтавкаChicago: total over 107,5 points
This bet played in all seven latest matches
Tip and bets
Chicago look better in the current season. But it will be difficult for the Bulls to get a positive result without Drummond. Toronto should be able to clinch a win.
Our prediction - Toronto to win
Toronto Raptors are slight favourites of this game. We are expecting a tight clash with a high total of fouls. Canadian team should be able to achieve a positive result at home by a narrow margin.
Our second bet is on Toronto to win with a handicap of (-1.5) points
