NBA PREDICTIONS: Chicago Bulls VS San Antonio Spurs Expert Picks

San Antonio Spurs have lost two of three matches and will host the Chicago Bulls in a Bulls VS Spurs non-conference fixture.  MatchPlug has the Sure Win Prediction Today for Bulls VS Spurs. If you need more NBA Predictions Tonight for similar matches, you can find them on our website. Predictions and Betting Preview For Chicago Bulls VS San Antonio Spurs  Odds by 1XBet. Betting On The Chicago Bulls The Chicago Bulls lost two matches in a row where they permitted up to 133 points, then played better in their last match in a 128-102 victory over the Brooklyn Nets. The Bulls shot a powerful 52.2% from the floor and 34% from 3-pt land while holding Brooklyn to 40% shooting and 33.3% shooting from deep. They were 7.5-point favourites and have covered the spread in three of their last four matches.  Chicago ranks fourth in the NBA in ppg but dead last in opponents’ ppg. Zach Levine (21.8) ppg leads the Bulls in scoring and has shot up to 50% from the floor in the last two matches where he made 47 points. Vucevic (20.9 ppg 10 rpg) is the second leading scorer and rebounder for Chicago. He has shot up to 60% from the field in the last two matches where he recorded 53 points and 21 boards.  Betting On The San Antonio Spurs In their last match, the San Antonio Spurs lost 104-93 to the Phoenix Sun in an NBA Cup game where their shots were lifeless. The Spurs only shot 35% from the floor and a meagre 18.2% behind the 3-pt arc while allowing Phoenix to shoot 48.7% and 34.4% from long range. Devin Vassell led with 25 points off the bench and Victor Wembanyama and Stephon Castle combined for 31 points.  San Antonio are 20th in the NBA in ppg but are 9th in opponents’ ppg. Wembanyama (23.5 ppg, 10.4 rpg) is the leading scorer and rebounder. He was playing well until the last match where he shot 33.3% and missed 8 of his 9 3-pointers. Vassell (17.9 ppg) has shot lights out in the last two matches where he recorded 46 points.  MatchPlug Prediction Chicago Bulls VS San Antonio Spurs  The Spurs will go back to playing good defense and will shoot better than they did in their last game, when they face a weak Bulls defense. San Antonio will go back to winning in their home and cover the Spread to give Chicago another loss.  Final Prediction: San Antonio Spurs Spread. 

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NCAAB PREDICTIONS: Cal State Bakersfield VS UC Irvine Expert Picks

UC Irvine won the title for Big West regular last season and they’ll welcome Cal State Bakersfield in a Bakersfield VS Irvine conference opener.  Find EXPERT NBA PICKS for Bakersfield VS Irvine here on MatchPlug. We are a trusted website to find previews about the ongoing NBA Finals.  Predictions and Betting Preview For Cal State Bakersfield VS UC Irvine  Odds by 1XBet. Betting On The Cal State Bakersfield  In their last match Cal State Bakersfield travelled to Southern Utah and lost 76-4. This saw them drop to 0-3 on the road. For the match they only shot 42.9% from the floor and made just one of their 10 3-pointers. While Bakersfield held the Thunderbirds to 17.4% 3-pt shooting they shot 47.9% overall and had 9 more points from the free throw line.  Cal State averages 76.8 ppg while conceding an average of 70 ppg. Stephenson (16.1 ppg) is one of three players who average over 11 ppg. He has recorded 41 points in the last two matches, and shot 58.7% from the floor. Jones (16.1 1 ppg) has 24 points in the last two fixtures and in the last one he fouled out after 24 minutes.  Betting On The UC Irvine  UC Irvine played on neutral ground in the last match to win the Western Slam tournament in a 67-60 victory over Townson. Irvine played a good defense and shot well, which was needed since they had 20 turnovers. They shot 52.2% and 50% from 3-pt land while holding the Tigers to 41.3% shooting and 20% 3-pt shooting.  On the year, UC has played top defense only conceding an average of 58.8 ppg while delivering 74.4 ppg. Leuchten (15.4 ppg 9 rpg) leads in scoring and rebounds. He totaled 28 points and 14 rebounds in the last two matches. Tillis (15 ppg 8.3 rpg) has scored 25 points in two of the last five matches and on the year he shoots 74.6% from the floor.  MatchPlug Prediction Cal State Bakersfield VS UC Irvine  UC Irvine has exceptional defense and strong frontcourt, in the Big West opener they will defeat Cal State Bakersfield and cover the spread.  Final Prediction: UC Irvine Spread. 

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NBA PREDICTIONS: Indiana Pacers VS Brooklyn Nets Expert Picks

The Indiana Pacers will visit the Brooklyn Nets tonight at the Barclays Center for a Pacers VS Nets match.  Find Expert NBA Picks for Pacers VS Nets here on MatchPlug. We are a trusted website to find previews about the ongoing NBA season.  Predictions and Betting Preview For Indiana Pacers VS Brooklyn Nets  Odds by 1XBet. Betting On The Indiana Pacers In their match with the Memphis Grizzlies, the Indiana Pacers started slow in the second half after building up a massive lead, but were beaten 136-121 by the Grizzlies. Bennedict Mathurin led Indiana with 19 points and 9 rebounds. Six Pacers players finished in double figures. Pascal Siakam scored 17 points with 6 assists, and Obi Toppin had 16 points and 8 rebounds.  Andrew Nembhard returned from his left knee inflammation after missing 14 matches in November. Nembhard’s 14 first-half points gave Indiana a double-digit lead. He, however, did not play in the second half. Tyrese Haliburton averaged 25.2 points over the last four matches, but was limited to 8 points and shot 3 of 10 from the field.  Betting On The Brooklyn Nets The Brooklyn Nets were beaten by the Chicago Bulls 128-192 on Monday night. They lost their third straight match in four days. Dariq Whitehead scored 18 points for the team, and Dennis Schroder delivered 16 points and 10 assists. The Nets played without Cam Johnson who was out with an ankle sprain. Johnson had scored 26 points in Sunday’s 100-92 loss to Orlando Magic. Brooklyn shot 40% from the field on Monday, including a 14-for-12 performance from 3-point range. They shoot 38.4% from beyond the arc this term, ranking fifth best in the league.  MatchPlug Prediction Indiana Pacers VS Brooklyn Nets  Opposing teams shoot 37.3% from beyond the arc against the Nets, which is 5th highest mark in the NBA. On that note, back the Pacers to win and cover the spread.  Final Prediction: Indiana Pacers Spread.  

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NBA PREDICTIONS: Indiana Pacers VS Toronto Raptors Expert Picks

The Indiana Pacers will visit the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday as both clubs continue their NBA title race. Read our analysis of Pacers VS Raptors.  Find Expert NBA Picks for Pacers VS Raptors here on MatchPlug. We are a trusted website to find previews about the ongoing NBA season.  Predictions and Betting Preview For Indiana Pacers VS Toronto Raptors Odds by 1XBet. Betting On The Indiana Pacers The Indiana Pacers took their second loss in a row as they were outnumbered by the Memphis Grizzlies in Bluff City last Sunday. They entered the new week 9-12 and are third in the Central Division, trailing the Cavaliers by 8.5 matches for top spot. Against the Grizzlies, the Pacers began strong, rushing to a 45-28 edge after one quarter. The lead was 19 in the second quarter before losing control. Indiana is 10th in the NBA in scoring offense with 114.7 points per game this year. They are 28th in rebounding with an average of 40.2 boards a night. The Pacers are 10th in assists by delivering 27.6 dimes per game. They are 27th in scoring defense as they permit an average of 119 points per game on the season.  Betting On The Toronto Raptors The Toronto Raptors dropped to three of four before defeating Miami Heat at home in a home-and-home set Sunday night. They rose to 6-15 and are fourth in the Atlantic Division. Toronto is 10.6 matches behind the Boston Celtics for the top position. Against the Heat, they led by 10 after the opening quarter and by 12 in the first half before they lost the lead.  This term, Toronto is 17th in scoring offense as they delivered an average of 112.8 points per match on the season. They are 4th in rebounding with 46.4 boards a night and 6th in assists, recording 28.7 a night. The Raptors are 25th in scoring defense as they permit 116.8 points a night this term. MatchPlug Prediction Indiana Pacers VS Toronto Raptors Experts predict that the Pacers will redeem themselves in this match to steal a road win over the Raptors.  Final Prediction: Indiana Pacers -3.5

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NBA PREDICTIONS: Orlando Magic VS New York Knicks Expert Picks

The Orlando Magic and New York Knicks will square off in a race for first position in NBA Cup Group A. Don’t miss Magic VS Knicks.  Use MatchPlug’s Todays Prediction to find the NBA Predictions Tonight for the Magic VS Knicks. Predictions and Betting Preview For Orlando Magic VS New York Knicks  Odds by 1XBet. Betting On The Orlando Magic  Orlando Magic is 11-1 in their last 12 matches and beat the Brooklyn Nets 100-92 to secure their 6th consecutive win. The Magic’s offense unit have struggled sometimes, especially after Paolo Banchero’s injury, but their defense is topnotch. They are the second highest-rated defensive team in the NBA and held Brooklyn to 38% shooting from the field and 25.8%.  Orlando shot 45.9% from the field but went only 7-28 (25%) from three. Besides a bad three-point shooting, the Magic committed 22 turnovers leading to 33 points for the Nets. Franz Wagner led with 20 points, 9 rebounds, and 8 assists. Meanwhile, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope scored 16 points and Wendell Carter Jr. scored 14 points and recorded 7 rebounds.  Betting On The New York Knicks  The New York Knicks beat the New Orleans Pelicans 118-85 at home to get their second straight victory. They shot 45.7% from the field and 2–45 (44.4%) from three. New York led by 41 points in this match and trailed for only 19 seconds. Mikal Bridges led with 31 points on 12-19 shooting from the field and 7-12 from three.  New York held New Orleans to 37.2% shooting from the field and 14.8% from three. They surpassed the Pelicans in rebound by 18 and finished with 10 steals and 9 blocks. The Knicks conceded 13 offensive rebounds and were outscored by 20 in paint points. If they want to stay in the top four in the East, they need to clear this up.  MatchPlug Prediction On Orlando Magic VS New York Knicks  The Knicks have enough players to stun Franz Wagner and with the Magic struggling with scoring a three-point, they won’t score enough to win this match. Expect New York to emerge victorious and cover the spread.  Final Prediction: New York Knicks -4.5.

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NBA PREDICTIONS: Memphis Grizzlies VS Dallas Mavericks Expert Picks

The Memphis Grizzlies and Dallas Mavericks will lock horns in a Grizzlies VS Mavericks Western Conference showdown at the American Airlines Arena.  Keep reading for NBA Betting predictions, picks, odds, and Sure Tips for the Grizzlies VS Mavericks, brought to you by MatchPlug. Follow us for full coverage of this game. Predictions and Betting Preview for Memphis Grizzlies VS Dallas Mavericks  Odds by 1XBet. Betting On The Memphis Grizzlies  The Memphis Grizzlies advanced to 14-7 with a 136-121 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Sunday. Jaren Jackson Jr. had 25 points, 8 rebounds, and 3 blocks, while Ja Morant finished with 19 points and 8 assists. Marcus Smart and Desmond Bane contributed 16 points to earn the Grizzlies their 6th straight.  Memphis lagged by double digits early in the match after starting poorly in the shooting. By half-time they were in the Pacers’ 19-point lead to outscore them 40-23 in the third quarter. Morant and Jaylen Wells manned the offense.Wells finished with 13 points and 6 rebounds.  Betting On The Dallas Mavericks  Luka Doncic returned in the nick of time, to help the Dallas Mavericks present a packed stat line in a 137-131 road victory against the Portland Trail Blazers. Doncic contributed 36 points (15-of-14 FGs), 7 rebounds, 13 assist, 3 steals, and four 3-pointers.  Kyrie Irving was missing from the Mavericks’ lineup. He recorded 30 points in a 106-94 victory Saturday over the Utah Jazz, due to a sore shoulder. They also played without Klay Thompson, Dereck Lively II, and Naji Marshall.  MatchPlug Prediction For Memphis Grizzlies VS Dallas Mavericks  The Grizzlies are powerful defensively, ranking 6th in defensive rating. They will face a Mavericks side that is missing half of their starting lineup. Irving is questionable, and Thompson and Lively will play for limited minutes if they do show. Take Memphis to win.  Final Prediction: Mavericks Spread. 

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NBA PREDICTIONS: Milwaukee Bucks VS Detroit Pistons Expert Picks

Two of the undefeated teams in the NBA Cup will clash on Wednesday, as the Milwaukee Bucks visit the Detroit Pistons. Don’t miss Bucks VS Pistons.  MatchPlug has the Sure Win Prediction Today for Bucks VS Pistons. If you need more NBA Predictions Tonight for similar matches, you can find them on our website. Predictions and Betting Preview For Milwaukee Bucks VS Detroit Pistons  Odds by 1XBet. Betting On The Milwaukee Bucks  The Milwaukee Bucks are back on track after a turbulent start to the NBA season. They started the term with a poor 2-8 run that extended into November, but they have won 8 of their last nine matches to return above .500. The Bucks are now 5th in the Eastern Conference and 2nd in the Central Division, albeit a full 7 matches behind the unbeatable Cleveland Cavaliers. Milwaukee’s offense has been midway. Its 113.3 points scored per match is 15th in the league. Defensively, the Bucks have permitted an average of 112.4, also ranking 15th in pro basketball. Milwaukee has Khris Middleton, who was taken out last weekend due to an ankle problem.  Betting On The Detroit Pistons  A challenging run in the second half of November took the Detroit Pistons back to the NBA standings. They lost 5 of their last seven and are presently fourth in the Central Division with a record of 1-4, and the 10th in the Eastern Conference. Detroit had better luck in the NBA Cup, with three victories out of three in the in-season tournament entering this match with the Bucks.  Cade Cunnigham has been a beacon of hope for the Pistons. In his fifth NBA season the 23-year-old has delivered an average of 23.5 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 9 assists, all of which are on track to be career-best. The only NBA stars with more assists than Cunnigham are Nikola Jokic, Trae Young and LeBron James.  MatchPlug Prediction Milwaukee Bucks VS Detroit Pistons  The Pistons have struggled to subdue Giannis in the past, as such the spread should be within the reach of the Bucks.  Final Prediction: Milwaukee Bucks -4.5

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NHL Predictions Today: Florida Panthers VS Pittsburgh Penguins Expert Picks

The Florida Panthers will visit Pittsburgh, PA to play the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Arena in a conference match. Watch Panthers VS Penguins. MatchPlug has a Sure Home win Prediction for the Panthers VS Penguins. Use the Prediction today, picks, odds, and analysis we laid out in this preview. Betting Preview For Florida Panthers VS Pittsburgh Penguins Odds as provided by 1XBet. Betting On The Florida Panthers The Florida Panthers have won their last three matches, including a 6-0 win over the Carolina Hurricanes at home over the weekend. Six Panthers players contributed to the victory, including Sam Bennett’s 12th goal of the 2024.  Aleksander Barkov marked his 18th assists of the term. Goaltender Spencer Knight blocked all 20 of the Hurricane’s shots to keep the shutout. After a scoreless first period, Florida scored two goals in the second and didn’t stop. The Panthers offense have improved lately, scoring 5 goals or more in three straight.  Betting On The Pittsburgh Penguins The Pittsburgh Penguins have won their last three matches, including a 6-2 win over the Calgary Flames on Saturday evening. Michael Bunting and Kris Letang shared two goals and two assists in the victory. Pittsburgh discord in three of five power play chances. They outshot Calgary 43-32. Sidney Crosby delivered an assist to extend his point streak to four matches.  Alex Nedeljkovic made 32 saves to maintain the victory for the Penguins. That win gave them their first three-match winning streak of the year. The goalies had a fruitful weekend, stopping opponents at two goals or less in their last two appearances. MatchPlug Prediction For Florida Panthers VS Pittsburgh Pirates  The Panthers have won three consecutive matches. The stats and trends suggest a win for Florida over the Pirates here.  Final Prediction: Florida Panthers Moneyline. 

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Julian Champagnie assured of a breakout season with Spurs in 2024-25

Julian Champagnie was supposed to join a role in the Spurs’ rotation this term, but he took things a step further. Champagnie has earned a starting role, contributing on both ends of the court. This role has been significant for a San Antonio Spurs team that is 11-9 ahead of the quarter mark of the 2024-25 campaign.  The third-year forward has even bigger shoes to fill due to Keldon Johnson and Devin Vassell being absent with injury. As these players recover, Champagnie’s solid play has scored him a regular role in the rotation after he averaged only 19.8 minutes per match last year.  This season, Champagnie is recording a career-high 29.5 minutes per match, He is averaging 12.0 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.0 steals and starting in all of San Antonio’s 20 fixtures. The forward also shoots with confidence (43.6 FG%), an upgrade compared to the 40.8% mark he made in 2023-24.  Spurs’ interim coach Mitch Johnson appears to like what Champagnie has to offer on both sides of the court. Furthermore, him in the lineup balances out the squad, as it creates space for Vassell and Johnson to ease back in. His length is a defensive weapon which will allow the Spurs to launch an aggressive defense with a lineup that has him, Stephon Castle, Harrison Banes, and Victor Wembanyama. 

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