Dallas Mavericks vs Chicago Bulls Betting Pick & Prediction 3/29/25
At 8:00 ET, the Bulls (-138) will host the Mavericks (+117) in a non-conference matchup. Chicago is currently on a four-game winning streak and is favored by 2.5 points over Dallas (+2.5).
This game will be played at the United Center in Chicago and can be seen on CHSN. The Bulls are 9th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 33-40, while the Mavericks are 10th in the West at 36-38.
DALLAS MAVERICKS VS CHICAGO BULLS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Dallas Mavericks +2.5
This game will be played at United Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, March 29th.
WHY BET THE DALLAS MAVERICKS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 138-115 in favor of the Mavericks.
- Our projections have Anthony Davis finishing with 25 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists.
- From the field, we have the Mavericks finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.5% and knocking down 13 threes.
Can the Mavericks Offense Score Enough in Chicago?
The Mavericks improved to 36-38 on the season with a 101-92 win over the Magic on Thursday. Dallas was +6.5 point underdogs heading into the game and covered the spread with the win. The total score of 193 points fell well short of the 216.5-point O/U line.
After trailing 50-43 at halftime, Dallas turned the game around with a 34-20 third quarter. A 17-0 run extended their lead from 68-59 to 85-59, and they held off Orlando in the 4th, outscoring them 24-22.
Jaden Hardy knocked down 5 threes at an 83.3% clip, finishing with 22 points to lead the Mavericks past the Magic. He scored 10 points in the 4th quarter, while Anthony Davis added 7 of his 15 points in the 3rd.
Brandon Williams contributed 14 points and 6 assists, shooting 60% from the field. The Mavs hit 11 threes, shooting 50% from beyond the arc, with an overall field goal percentage of 47.4%.
The Mavericks’ defense was strong in their win over the Magic, allowing just 92 points. They held Orlando to 17 points in the 1st quarter and 20 in the 3rd, bouncing back from a 33-point 2nd quarter. Dallas also limited the Magic to 22 points in the 4th.
From beyond the arc, the Mavericks were excellent, holding the Magic to just 5 threes on 16% shooting. Dallas also recorded 10 steals and allowed 10 offensive rebounds.
Will Chicago Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?
The Bulls improved to 33-40 on the season with a 119-117 home win over the Lakers on Thursday. Chicago, who entered the game as +4 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 236 came just under the O/U line of 237.
Chicago’s comeback was fueled by a dominant 4th quarter, where they outscored the Lakers 44-26. An 11-0 run helped them close the gap from 97-84 to 97-95, setting the stage for the win.
The Bulls hit 19 threes at a 43.2% clip in their win over the Lakers, with Coby White and Kevin Huerter each knocking down 5 triples. White led the way with 26 points and 9 assists, while Josh Giddey added 25 points, 14 rebounds, and 11 assists, connecting on 4 threes.
White was key in the 4th quarter, scoring 15 points, while Giddey added 8 and Huerter chipped in 9. Patrick Williams also contributed 6 of his 11 points in the final period.
Despite giving up 117 points on 49% shooting, the Bulls managed to hold off the Lakers on Thursday. Their toughest stretch came in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed 37 points, but they tightened up in the 4th, giving up just 26 points to help secure the win.
Chicago’s defense excelled at limiting the Lakers’ three-point shooting, holding them to 12 made threes on 29% shooting. The Bulls also sent the Lakers to the line 18 times, where they made 15 free throws. On the boards, Chicago gave up 6 offensive rebounds while recording 4 steals and 2 blocks.