3rd quarter report
After a tough away defeat in their last game, the Bulls are looking much better on their home court today. They have some cushion as they currently lead the Hawks 99-84.
If the Bulls keep this up, they will increase their record to 7-10 in no time. On the other hand, the Hawks will have to settle for a 7-10 record unless they turn things around (and quickly).
Who plays
Atlanta Hawks @ Chicago Bulls
Current records: Atlanta 7-9, Chicago 6-10
Here's how to watch
- When: Friday, November 22, 2024, 8:00 p.m. ET
- Where: United Center – Chicago, Illinois
- TV: Chicago Sports Network
- Consequences: CBS Sports App
- Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
- Ticket price: $46.00
What you should know
The Atlanta Hawks' road trip continues when they take on the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on Friday at 8 p.m. ET. The Hawks are expected to win (but not by much), so they better play their best in this game.
The Hawks enter the contest having just suffered their biggest loss since November 4th on Wednesday. They suffered a bitter 120-97 loss to the Warriors. Atlanta found itself in a tough spot after the first half, with the score already at 67-42.
Although they lost, the Hawks smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 21 offensive rebounds. That's the most offensive rebounds they've had since December 2023.
Meanwhile, the Bulls significantly trailed the Bucks on Wednesday, losing 122-106.
The Bulls' loss came despite strong play from Zach LaVine, who was 9-for-15 en route to 27 points along with six assists and five rebounds. LaVine is trending in the right direction considering he has improved his scoring output in three straight games.
Atlanta's loss dropped the record to 7-9. As for Chicago, they have been struggling lately, having lost three of their last four meetings, putting a noticeable dent in their 6-10 record this season.
The Hawks fell to the Bulls in their last game two weeks ago, losing 125-113. Can the Hawks avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
Opportunities
According to current data, Atlanta is a slight favorite against Chicago by 1.5 points NBA odds.
The line in this game has changed quite a bit since the start as the Bulls started out as 1.5 point favorites.
The oddsmakers expect fireworks from the offensive and set the over/under at a high 244 points.
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Series story
Chicago has won 6 of its last 10 games against Atlanta.
- November 9, 2024 – Chicago 125 vs. Atlanta 113
- April 17, 2024 – Chicago 131 vs. Atlanta 116
- April 1, 2024 – Atlanta 113 vs. Chicago 101
- February 12, 2024 – Chicago 136 vs. Atlanta 126
- December 26, 2023 – Chicago 118 vs. Atlanta 113
- April 4, 2023 – Atlanta 123 vs. Chicago 105
- January 23, 2023 – Chicago 111 vs. Atlanta 100
- December 21, 2022 – Chicago 110 vs. Atlanta 108
- December 11, 2022 – Atlanta 123 vs. Chicago 122
- March 3, 2022 – Atlanta 130 vs. Chicago 124
