The Phoenix Suns travel to the Windy City to take on the Chicago Bulls in this game. The Suns are coming off a tough loss to the San Antonio Spurs 120-109. The Suns need a win to snap their four-game losing streak. As for the Bulls’ side of things, they are coming off a tough loss as well. They lost to the New York Knicks in overtime 113-111. Chicago is also riding a five-game losing streak. Someone is going to snap their losing streak in this game. Let’s dive into this game and cook up a winning slip!
Phoenix Suns vs. Chicago Bulls Odds
| Team | Spread | Total | Money Line |
| Phoenix Suns | -4.5 (-108) | Over 238.5 (-110) | -180 |
| Chicago Bulls | +4.5 (-112) | Under 238.5 (-110) | +150 |
| **Odds Subject to Change** | |||
Phoenix Suns vs. Chicago Bulls Match Details
- Fixture: Phoenix Suns @ Chicago Bulls
- Date and Time: February 22nd, 2025 @ 5 PM EST
Key Stats
Phoenix Suns
The Phoenix Suns are coming off a tough loss on the road against the San Antonio Spurs, 120-109. Royce O’Neale led the team in scoring with 27 points, he also pitched in 6 rebounds, 3 assists, and 3 steals. Kevin Durant scored 22 points on a very efficient 9/13 shooting. Devin Booker was subpar in the game. Booker finished the game with 17 points and eight assists. He was also inefficient as he shot 4/14 from the floor. With the Suns sitting in 11th place in the Western Conference with a record of 26-29, they need to get out of their rut if they want to make a playoff push.
Defensively, the Suns are a solid team. For the season, they are ranked 20th in points allowed per game, 11th in opponent field goal %, 11th in opponent 3-point field goal %, 11th in blocks per game, 27th in steals per game, and 25th in rebounds per game. In terms of injuries, there isn’t anyone currently listed on the injury report. This team has so much firepower on the offensive side of the court with Booker, Durant, and Beal that it makes no sense as to why they sit where they are in the season. Over their last ten games, they have a record of 2-8, including 2-8-0 against the spread.
Chicago Bulls
The Chicago Bulls are coming off a narrow loss in overtime to the New York Knicks, 113-111. Josh Giddey was excellent despite the loss. He finished the game with a team-high 27 points and 16 rebounds. Nikola Vucevic shot poorly from the field, on 9/21 shooting, but still put up 21 points and 9 rebounds. Lonzo Ball had a decent game in his return with 14 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 assists on 4/13 shooting. With a record of 22-34 on the season, this team is still in play for a play-in spot. The Bulls are 10th in the Eastern Conference.
Defensively, this team is below average. They rank 29th in points allowed per game, 21st in opponent field goal %, 3rd in opponent 3-point field goal %, 19th in blocks per game, 26th in steals per game, and 8th in rebounds per game. In terms of injuries, there are a few key ones to monitor. Ayo Dosunmu is listed as questionable with a shoulder injury. Meanwhile, Jalen Smith and Patrick Williams are already listed as out for this game. Over their last ten games, the Bulls have a record of 3-7, including 4-6-0 against the spread.
Prediction
The Phoenix Suns are going to defeat the Chicago Bulls and cover the 4.5-point spread in this game. I am taking the slightly better team in the Suns and a team that is in dire need of a win. I don’t think that Josh Giddey leading your team in scoring and rebounding is replicable on a game-to-game basis. There is too much firepower on the Phoenix Suns’ side for the Chicago Bulls to handle in this spot. With the Bulls being a great 3-point defending team, that isn’t where the Suns’ stars do their damage. Phoenix dominated the midrange in this game as they snap their four-game losing streak and defeat the Bulls.
Final Pick
Phoenix Suns -4.5 (-108)
