Chicago Bulls vs Phoenix Suns Odds, Stats, Bets & Predictions – 02/22/2025

On 02/22, Friday, the Chicago Bulls(22-34) will host the Phoenix Suns(26-29) in an inter-conference Regular Season match-up. The Bulls are tottering around the 10th seed in the Eastern Conference whereas the Suns have slipped to the 11th spot in West. Who will emerge on top between two squads fighting for a Play-in tournament spot? Learn about the preview, total predictions, and player props here.

Where to Watch Chicago Bulls vs Phoenix Suns

Time: 4:00 PM (CT)
Venue: United Center (Chicago, Illinois)
Where to watch: This game can be viewed on the NBA League Pass.

Chicago Bulls vs Phoenix Suns Match Preview

Bulls: Sinking after the departure of Zach LaVine

The Bulls will come into this game after a 2-point loss OT loss against the New York Knicks despite a 27 points and 16 rebounds performance by Josh Giddey. They are on a five-game losing streak and are 3-7 since LaVine’s trade. Their defense has been sub-par as they have conceded 124 or more points in six of the last seven games. Meanwhile, offensively, they haven’t scored more than 111 points in the last five games, summing up their precarious situation.

Starting Lineup

Injuries: Patrick Williams and E.J. Lidell are OUT.

Suns: Hitting new lows every month

The Suns enter the game after an 11-point loss against the Victor Wembayanama-less San Antonio Spurs. It was their fourth straight loss, and they have lost seven of their last eight games. They have conceded at least 119 points in eight straight games, indicating their defensive struggles. Meanwhile, they have committed 14.8 turnovers per game (tied for fifth worst) in the same period, affecting their performances on both ends.

PG: Tyus Jones | SG: Devin Booker | SF: Royce O’Neale | SF: Kevin Durant | C: Nick Richards

Injuries: Cody Martin is OUT.

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Chicago Bulls vs Phoenix Suns Total Over/Under Prediction

Both teams are defensively ill-equipped and it wouldn’t be surprising if they gave up 120+ points apiece. However, the Bulls offense is not the same after LaVine’s departure, thus, going past 120 is a tough ask. Meanwhile, the Suns will fancy their chances of going past the mark. I predict the total shall go over 240 points.

Exact Predictions:

Total: Over 239.5 for +100 at BetMGM
Bulls: Points Over 118.5 for +105 at BetMGM
Suns: Points Over 123.5 for +120 at BetMGM

Chicago Bulls Player Props Predictions- Projected Top Bets & Odds

Josh Giddey to score 17 points at least: Josh Giddey has scored 17 or more points in five of the last seven games. He can exploit the Suns’ weak defense and may even cross the 20-point mark.

Matas Buzelis to score at least 14 points- Matas Buzelis has gotten more opportunities to score since the LaVine trade. He has averaged 14.8 points per game in February,, and can pass the 16-point mark here.

Phoenix Suns Player Props Predictions – Projected Top Bets & Odds

Kevin Durant to score at least 30 points: The Bulls defense is weak at the swingmen position in the absence of Patrick Williams. KD can exploit and go past the 33-point mark. He has tallied 30 PPG in February.

Devin Booker to score at least 30 points too:: Booker has scored 24 or fewer points in three straight games. However, his overall performances suggest he can go past the 30-point mark here.

Chicago Bulls vs Phoenix Suns Match Prediction

The Bulls gave their all in the game against the Knicks meanwhile the Suns had their most disappointing loss of the season against the Spurs. However, I see the Suns recovering from their failure and turning things around here. The game will likely not go down the wire and the KD-led squad can come up with at least a 10-point win. The bookmakers haven’t allotted likely odds for such a big margin because of Suns’ inconsistent play, but I would back the Suns to come up with a big win.

Spread: Suns -9.5 for +185 at BetMGM

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Shubham Singh

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Hi, I am Shubham. I am currently an NBA Predictions Writer on The Playoffs. I enjoy this job because it helps keep me in the loop about the game I love while fulfilling the pleasure I derive from stats. I got into NBA writing through social media interactions in the mid-2010s as I shared my takes on young talents such as D’Angelo Russell. I hope you enjoy reading my pieces as much as Dennis Rodman loved rebounding the basketball!