A Quick Glance at the Chicago Bulls
| ⚖️ Bulls Record | 23-35 |
| 🏀 Bulls League Standings | 23 of 30 |
| ➡️ Bulls Conference Standings | 10 of 15 |
| 📍 Bulls Division Standings | 5 of 5 |
| 🤝 Bulls Betting Partner | FanDuel Illinois |
| ✅ Last Verified: | February 25, 2025 |
The Chicago Bulls have struggled recently and barely just snapped a six-game losing streak. Unfortunately, things have worsened since the Bulls traded Zach LaVine to the Sacramento Kings. Whether they make it into the play-in remains to be seen as the Bulls are currently clinging to the 10th seed, with the Philadelphia 76ers and the Brooklyn Nets right on their tails.
Bulls head coach Billy Donovan has been in charge of the Bulls for the last year. He remains the man in charge as the Bulls attempt to navigate the rest of the season and make a run at the playoffs.
Chicago Bulls Odds
| 🏀 To Make Playoffs | +1500 |
| 🏀 To Miss Playoffs | -10000 |
| 🏀 Win Eastern Conf. | +150000 |
| 🏀 Win Central Div. | Unavailable |
| 🏆 Win NBA Finals | +300000 |
| ✅ Last Verified: | February 25, 2025 |
*Note that some Illinois sportsbook promos may increase payouts on select NBA futures bets.
While the Chicago Bulls have been playing worse lately, it has not completely dropped them out of the race. They are still clinging to that 10th seed in the Eastern Conference, and the 76ers and Nets are not taking the steps necessary to overtake them yet.
As you see above, Chicago's odds to win the Eastern Conference and Central Division are long. That obviously does not bode well for the Bulls' chances of winning the Larry O'Brien Trophy this season, as the Bucks, Pistons, Pacers, and Cavaliers are all much better teams within their own division.
Then you have to factor in the Atlantic Division's Celtics and Knicks, two of the best teams in the East, along with the Magic.
In terms of winning the conference and the championship, practically no NBA betting sites are giving anyone other than Cleveland, Boston, and New York to complete that task.
Bulls Projections
Chicago needs to figure out what they have in Nikola Vucevic as they attempt to make a run at the playoffs. This has not been an easy season for them as they have struggled often.
They finally rid themselves of LaVine and DeRozan and look completely different than the team they fielded at the start of last season.
This is now almost completely a young team. Significantly, young players like Coby White can continue to flourish as building blocks for the future.
The Bulls seem to play better when they let White shine and give Vucevic more opportunities. Thinking they might win the NBA title is undoubtedly a tall task right now. First, they must figure out how to become playoff contenders.
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Where Can I Bet on the Bulls Odds?
You can bet on the Bulls at licensed sportsbooks around the state of Illinois. Illinois sports betting is legal online and at retail locations. There are several locations to bet in person, including:
- 📍 The Temporary by American Place Casino in Waukegan
- 📍 Hollywood Casino in Joliet
- 📍 Rivers Casino in Des Plaines
- 📍 Grand Victoria Casino in Elgin
- 📍 Casino Queen in East St. Louis
- 📍 Par-A-Dice Casino in East Peoria
- 📍 Hawthorne Race Course in Cicero
Eight online Illinois sportsbook apps are available in the state, including BetMGM, Caesars, FanDuel, DraftKings, BetRivers, ESPN BET, and Circa Sports.
Latest News & Developments Impacting Bulls Odds: February 2025
Here are the biggest news developments surrounding the Bulls, including the end of last season with a loss to the Miami Heat in Game 2 of the play-in tournament.
- 📅 Feb 20: The Bulls can't hold on to beat the Josh Hart and OG Anunoby-less Knicks, falling 113-111 in overtime.
- 📅 Feb 5: Lonzo Ball signs a two-year, $20 million contract extension with the Bulls, ensuring he will remain part of the Bulls' future for the time being.
- 📅 Feb 2, 2025: Zach LaVine is traded to the Sacramento Kings in a sign-and-trade deal in exchange for Zach Collins, Tre Jones, Kevin Huerter, and their own first-round pick in 2025 from the San Antonio Spurs.
Bookmark this page for the latest Bulls news and how it impacts their odds.
Chicago Bulls Schedule: Upcoming Bulls Game Odds
Here is a brief look at some upcoming games that could make a difference down the stretch as the Bulls attempt to make it to the postseason.
Key Contributors on the Bulls Roster
My three main contributors for Chicago right now are Coby White, Nikola Vucevic, and Josh Giddey.
White has taken the next step with LaVine gone, and the team has looked better defensively with him. Vucevic leads the Bulls in scoring with 19.1 points per game, while White is next in line, with 18 points per game. Giddey also is in double figures, averaging 12.9 points per game. Meanwhile, Ayo Dosunmu is averaging 12.3 points per game.
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How & Where to Watch the Bulls
For local Chicagoland and Illinois fans, this is how you can watch the Bulls at home or in person:
How to Watch the Bulls
NBC Sports Chicago televises all Bulls home and away games except when they are on ABC, ESPN or TNT, which will happen only four times this season. Chicago also has three appearances on NBA-TV, and all Bulls games can be viewed on the NBA App or on NBA League Pass.
How to Get Bulls Tickets
The ticket window at the United Center is usually your best bet because the staff can help you find the best available seats. Some season-ticket holders inform the team that their seats can be put up for re-sale, and the team controls those secondary sales.
Ticketmaster is always an option but there are fairly onerous fees, and the secondary ticket market is a matter of buyer's choice when it comes to sites such as TiqIQ or SeatGeek. Different folks have had differing levels of satisfaction with the secondary ticket market sites, which have widely varying fees. The one thing they all have in common: They do not want to sit on unsold tickets, and prices can drop precipitously in the final hour before tipoff.
Where do the Chicago Bulls Play?
The Bulls have been playing their games at the United Center on the West Side of Chicago since 1994. Be sure to check out the statue of Michael Jordan on the East Side of the building, closest to downtown.
Pending approval, you will be able to bet with the FanDuel Illinois Sportsbook in person at the United Center.
How Many Championships Have the Bulls Won?
The Bulls have won 6 NBA Finals. Chicago owned the 1990s with a pair of three-peats between 1991-93 and 1996-98 and was led during both runs by arguably the greatest player of all-time in Michael Jordan.
Since then, the Bulls have battled to stay relevant among other legendary pro basketball teams like the Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers, but they have yet to get back to the NBA Finals despite some solid efforts from Derrick Rose.
The latest edition of Da Bulls does not look it will end that championship drought anytime soon.
| 💍 NBA Finals Championships | 6 |
| 🏀 NBA Finals Appearances | 6 |
Chicago Bulls FAQs
Yes, the Bulls can still make the playoffs. According to DraftKings, the Bulls playoff odds are +1500, or a 6.25% chance via implied probability. Chicago will have to start to string together wins if they want a realistic chance of making it out of the play-in tournament.
The Bulls current lineup consists of Josh Giddey, Lonzo Ball, Kevin Huerter, Matas Buzelis, and Nikola Vucevic.
Yes, the Bulls can technically still win the NBA Finals. However, if the Bulls cannot make the playoffs, they cannot win the NBA Finals. Right now, their chances to get to the playoffs are shrinking, as they are at just 6.25%.
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