Charlotte Hornets vs Chicago Bulls Betting Pick & Prediction for 2/24

The Charlotte Hornets will visit the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. The game is set to start at 8:00 PM and will be broadcast on FDSS. The Hornets have a record of 27-31, while the Bulls stand at 24-34.

Charlotte is coming off a win against the Washington Wizards with a score of 129-112. Meanwhile, Chicago has been struggling, with their latest game ending in a 105-99 loss to the New York Knicks. Both teams are in the Eastern Conference and are looking to improve their standings.

Hornets vs Bulls Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Charlotte Hornets vs. Chicago Bulls
  • Venue: United Center
  • Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Hornets -8.5 (-111), Bulls +8.5 (-109), Hornets MoneyLine -326, Bulls MoneyLine +264, Over/Under 229.5 (-110)

Charlotte Hornets Team Preview

The Charlotte Hornets have shown mixed results in their recent games. They secured a win against the Washington Wizards with a score of 129-112. In that game, LaMelo Ball led the team with 37 points, supported by Kon Knueppel’s 28 points and Brandon Miller’s 22 points.

Earlier, the Hornets faced losses against the Cleveland Cavaliers and Houston Rockets. The team scored 113 against the Cavaliers, with Kon Knueppel contributing 33 points. Against the Rockets, Brandon Miller had 17 points, but the team fell short with a score of 101-105.

Looking at their season stats, the Hornets are strong in three-point shooting. They rank second in three-pointers made per game and third in three-point percentage. Their defense allows 113.7 points per game, placing them tenth in the league for points allowed.

Chicago Bulls Team Preview

The Chicago Bulls have faced tough competition in their recent home games. They lost to the New York Knicks by a score of 105-99. In that game, Guerschon Yabusele stood out with 11 points and 13 rebounds.

In another recent game, the Bulls fell to the Detroit Pistons 126-110. Josh Giddey led the team with 27 points and also contributed six rebounds. The Bulls shot 45.2% from the field in this game.

The Bulls are scoring 116.1 points per game, ranking 12th in the league. However, they are struggling defensively, allowing 120.3 points per game. Injuries are also a concern, with key players like Anfernee Simons and Jaden Ivey out of action.

BTB Betting Pick

The Hornets are favored by 8.5 points against the Bulls. The Bulls allow 120.3 points per game, which is high. The Hornets should cover the spread with a projected score of 118-109.

The total for the game is set at 229.5. Both teams have strong offenses, but the Hornets’ defense is better. The projected score of 118-109 suggests taking the under.