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The Atlanta Hawks (16-15) will face off against the Chicago Bulls (11-18) in Atlanta on Wednesday, December 21 at State Farm Arena. The Hawks, the home team in this game, have won two consecutive matchups, whereas the visiting Bulls have lost four consecutive games. The action starts at 7:30 PM ET, but you’re going to want to get your bets in now!
For context related to Wednesday’s matchup, how have the Hawks and the Bulls stacked up against each other in the past?
In their most recent meeting on December 11, 2022, the score was 123-122 in favor of the Hawks. In that game, the Hawks had a 47.96% field goal percentage and a 33.33% three pointer percentage, whereas the Bulls had a 48% field goal percentage and a 25.93% 3-point percentage. Atlanta put up 45 rebounds and 28 assists while the Bulls had 53 rebounds and 28 assists. We’ll see what plays out this time when the Hawks play host to their competition at State Farm Arena.
Betting Preview for the Chicago Bulls vs Atlanta Hawks NBA Game on December 21 2022
Where: State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia
When: Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Betting on the Chicago Bulls
Record: 11-18 | Central Division Standing: 4
The Chicago Bulls have dropped four in a row and are currently 11th in the conference. In their most recent game they lost to the Atlanta Hawks, 104-124, in spite of the momentum-driving contribution of Lauri Markkanen. To that point, Markkanen accounted for 21 points (66.67 FG%) and Patrick Williams had 16 points (45.45 FG%). Check out our assessment below to learn how this performance has shaped their odds for the upcoming game against Atlanta on Wednesday.
Absences and Injuries
As far as inactive players go, the Bulls are short Lonzo Ball (Knee). Javonte Green (Knee) will be questionable.
Betting on the Atlanta Hawks
Record: 16-15 | Southeast Division Standing: 2
The Atlanta Hawks beat the Chicago Bulls in their most recent game on Wednesday, 104-124, due to Trae Young’s distinguished contribution, the squad conquered their opponents. Young yielded 37 points (83.33 FG%, five 3-pointers), whereas Cam Reddish chipped in 15 points (54.55 FG%). The Hawks are presently in 8th place in the conference. Be sure to review our odds assessment for Wednesday’s matchup further down and consider how the team’s recent performance could impact their meeting versus Chicago.
Absences and Injuries
The Hawks are without Clint Capela (Calf).
Bulls vs Hawks | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick: Chicago Bulls (+245) at FanDuel
The Atlanta Hawks are considered the favorite by many basketball fans and oddsmakers. The squad has a winning percentage of 50% for this month (five wins and five losses) while the Chicago Bulls have gotten 30% in the last 10 games (three wins and seven losses).
Over/Under Pick: Under 233.5 Total Points (-110) at DraftKings
It is predicted that the total score for the game will be under 233.5.
The Atlanta Hawks are averaging 116.2 points a game up through now this month. Alternatively, the Chicago Bulls have logged an average of 115.7 points per game in the 10 games since December 1, although their average per game while playing away has been lower at 113.8.
Spread Pick: Atlanta Hawks -7 Points (-110) at FanDuel
The Atlanta Hawks will need to win by the amount of the spread or more in order to cover.
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