{"id":652928,"date":"2026-03-12T16:08:46","date_gmt":"2026-03-12T15:08:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/?p=652928"},"modified":"2026-03-12T16:08:52","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T15:08:52","slug":"en-nba-lakers-vs-bulls-predictions-odds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/en-nba-lakers-vs-bulls-predictions-odds\/","title":{"rendered":"Lakers vs. Bulls Prediction, Odds &amp; How to Watch \u2013 Thursday, March 12"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Lakers (40&#8209;25, fourth in the West) host the Bulls (27&#8209;38, 12th in the East) at Crypto.com Arena on Thursday night in a matchup that carries playoff implications for both sides. Los Angeles is trying to solidify its top&#8209;six standing in the Western Conference, while Chicago is clinging to faint hopes of climbing into the East play&#8209;in race.<\/p><p>The Lakers have been dominant at home, going 21&#8209;12, and enter on a three&#8209;game winning streak after knocking off the Knicks, Timberwolves, and Pacers. Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves have been the offensive engines, combining for nearly 56 points per game.<\/p><p>The Bulls, meanwhile, are coming off a thrilling overtime win over Golden State, powered by a career&#8209;high 41 points from rookie Matas Buzelis. Josh Giddey continues to be the team&rsquo;s playmaking hub, averaging close to a triple&#8209;double.<\/p><p>The Lakers won the first meeting 129&#8209;118 back in January, and oddsmakers have them favored again by 11 points with a total set at 238.5. This game sets up as a clash of styles: the Lakers&rsquo; efficient half&#8209;court offense against the Bulls&rsquo; fast&#8209;paced, three&#8209;point heavy attack.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Bet for Lakers vs. Bulls<\/h2><p><strong>Best Bet: Lakers <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-BetMGM\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"-11 (-110) (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-11 (-110)<\/a> at BetMGM Sportsbook<\/strong><\/p><p>The Lakers&rsquo; offensive efficiency makes them the sharper side to back. They own a 117.7 offensive rating, shoot 49.8% from the field (best in the league), and carry a 60.7% true shooting mark. Against a Bulls defense that allows 119.9 points per game and ranks 26th in defensive efficiency, Los Angeles should generate clean looks consistently.<\/p><p>Luka Doncic&rsquo;s ability to bend defenses and Reaves&rsquo; secondary creation are tailor&#8209;made to exploit Chicago&rsquo;s rotations. The Lakers also thrive at the free&#8209;throw line, ranking top&#8209;six in makes and top&#8209;three in attempts, which matters against a Bulls team that struggles to defend without fouling.<\/p><p>While Chicago&rsquo;s pace and rebounding edge could keep them competitive, their road profile (11&#8209;20 away) and defensive vulnerabilities make this a tough spot. The Lakers have covered in six of their last seven games and are 5&#8209;0 ATS at home in that span.<\/p><p>With LeBron James questionable, his presence could swing the margin, but even without him, the Lakers&rsquo; depth and recent defensive improvement (110.1 rating over the last five games) suggest they can cover the 11&#8209;point spread.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Same&#8209;Game Parlay Picks<\/h2><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3&#8209;Leg SGP (Safer)<\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Luka Doncic 30+ points<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Austin Reaves 5+ assists<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Game total under 238.5<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Combined odds: <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"+425 (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+425<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul><p>This safer parlay leans on the Lakers&rsquo; stars to hit their averages while banking on the under, which has been consistent for both teams recently. Doncic has been a scoring machine, Reaves is steady as a playmaker, and the under ties in with the Lakers&rsquo; improved defense.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Longshot SGP<\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Matas Buzelis 25+ points<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Josh Giddey 10+ rebounds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lakers win by 15+ points<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Combined odds: <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">+1200<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul><p>The longshot parlay hinges on Buzelis carrying momentum from his breakout game, Giddey dominating the glass, and the Lakers pulling away late. If the Bulls&rsquo; offense stays hot but the Lakers&rsquo; efficiency overwhelms them, this scenario could cash.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lakers vs. Bulls Odds &amp; Top Player Props<\/h2><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Main Odds Table<\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Team<\/th><th>Spread<\/th><th>Moneyline<\/th><th>Total<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Bulls<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">+11 (-110)<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">+425<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">O 238.5 (-110)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Lakers<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">-11 (-110)<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">-600<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">U 238.5 (-110)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Player Props<\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Luka Doncic points O\/U 32.5 (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">-115<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Austin Reaves assists O\/U 5.5 (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">+100<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Josh Giddey rebounds O\/U 8.5 (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">-120<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul><p><strong>Odds updated: March 12, 2026 &ndash; 12:00 p.m. ET. 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First online real-money wager only; cashed-out or bonus-funded bets are excluded.            <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n            \n\n\n\n<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Trends to Know for Lakers vs. Bulls<\/h2><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Chicago is 4&#8209;1 ATS in its last 5 games.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Chicago&rsquo;s last 8 games.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lakers are 6&#8209;1 ATS in their last 7 games.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The total has gone OVER in 8 of the last 9 meetings between these teams.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lakers are 5&#8209;0 ATS in their last 5 home games.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bulls are 2&#8209;6 ATS in their last 8 road games.<\/li>\n<\/ul><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Latest Injuries &amp; NBA Injury Report<\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Team<\/th><th>Player<\/th><th>Injury<\/th><th>Status<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Lakers<\/td><td>Marcus Smart<\/td><td>Hip<\/td><td>Doubtful<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Lakers<\/td><td>LeBron James<\/td><td>Hip\/Foot<\/td><td>Questionable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Lakers<\/td><td>Maxi Kleber<\/td><td>Back<\/td><td>Questionable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Lakers<\/td><td>Jaxson Hayes<\/td><td>Back<\/td><td>Probable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bulls<\/td><td>Jaden Ivey<\/td><td>Knee<\/td><td>Out<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bulls<\/td><td>Anfernee Simons<\/td><td>Wrist<\/td><td>Out<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bulls<\/td><td>Mac McClung<\/td><td>G League<\/td><td>Out<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bulls<\/td><td>Zach Collins<\/td><td>Toe<\/td><td>Out<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bulls<\/td><td>Noa Essengue<\/td><td>Shoulder<\/td><td>Out<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bulls<\/td><td>Isaac Okoro<\/td><td>Knee<\/td><td>Questionable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bulls<\/td><td>Collin Sexton<\/td><td>Leg<\/td><td>Questionable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bulls<\/td><td>Patrick Williams<\/td><td>Ankle<\/td><td>Questionable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bulls<\/td><td>Guerschon Yabusele<\/td><td>Foot<\/td><td>Questionable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bulls<\/td><td>Matas Buzelis<\/td><td>Ankle<\/td><td>Probable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bulls<\/td><td>Josh Giddey<\/td><td>Ankle<\/td><td>Probable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bulls<\/td><td>Jalen Smith<\/td><td>Calf<\/td><td>Probable<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h3><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What time is Lakers vs. Bulls?<\/h4><p>The game tips off at 10:30 p.m. ET on Thursday, March 12.<\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where is Lakers vs. Bulls being played?<\/h4><p>The matchup will be held at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California.<\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How can I watch Lakers vs. Bulls on TV and live stream?<\/h4><p>The game will be broadcast nationally on TNT, with streaming available via the TNT app and NBA League Pass.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Game Info Table<\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table 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