The Chicago Bulls (6-14) welcome the New Orleans Pelicans (11-9) to the United Center Saturday. Tip is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze'FanDuel Sportsbook’s'lines around the Pelicans vs. Bulls odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
Season series: First meeting of 2023.
The Bulls beat the Milwaukee Bucks 120-113 Thursday, covering as a 10.5-point home underdog. They are 1-5 against the spread (ATS) over their last 6 games and 1-5 straight up over that span as well. Chicago is 6-13-1 ATS on the season. It is led by G DeMar DeRozan, who is averaging 21.3 points per game.
The Pelicans beat the San Antonio Spurs 121-106 Friday, covering as a 12.5-point home favorite. New Orleans has covered and won 2 straight games yet is 2-2 ATS over its last 4. It is 12-7-1 ATS on the season and is 3-4-1 ATS on the road. The Pelicans are led by F Brandon Ingram, who is averaging 23.4 points per game.