The Boston Celtics will be hosting the Chicago Bulls at the TD Garden on Thursday, December 19, 2024. The Celtics have been in excellent form and are currently holding on to the second seed in the East. However, the Bulls have struggled to find their stride this season as they’ve been dealing with multiple injuries. From the looks of it, the Bulls’ trip to Boston has every chance to turn bitter.
Continue reading to learn more about the matchup, including injury reports, start time, where to watch, betting tips, game prediction, and more.
Boston Celtics vs Chicago Bulls: Projected starting five
Boston Celtics projected starting five
Player
| PTS
| REB
| AST
|
Jrue Holiday
| 12.6
| 4.2
| 4.0
|
Derrick White
| 17.4
| 4.8
| 4.9
|
Jaylen Brown
| 23.8
| 6.0
| 4.6
|
Jayson Tatum
| 28.2
| 9.0
| 5.6
|
Kristaps Porzingis
| 19.0
| 7.0
| 1.9
|
Chicago Bulls projected starting five
Player
| PTS
| REB
| AST
|
Josh Giddey
| 11.9
| 6.4
| 6.9
|
Coby White
| 18.1
| 3.5
| 4.6
|
Zach LaVine
| 21.7
| 4.4
| 4.2
|
Patrick Williams
| 9.4
| 4.8
| 2.2
|
Nikola Vucevic
| 21.1
| 9.6
| 3.2
|
(Note: Projected starters are subject to change.)
Boston Celtics vs Chicago Bulls: Key players to watch
Boston Celtics key players
- Jason Tatum
- Jaylen Brown
Chicago Bulls key players
- Zach Lavine
- Nikola Vucevic
Boston Celtics vs Chicago Bulls Injury Report
Bulls injury report
Player
| Status
| Injury
|
Dalen Terry
| Out
| Knee
|
Josh Giddey
| Game time decision
| Ankle
|
E.J. Liddell
| Out
| Knee
|
Celtics injury report
Player
| Status
| Injury
|
Xavier Tillman
| Game time decision
| Illness
|
Sam Hauser
| Game time decision
| Back
|
Kristaps Porzingis
| Game time decision
| Heel
|
Boston Celtics vs Chicago Bulls: Team stats
Statistic
| Bulls
| Celtics
|
Record
| 12-15
| 21-5
|
Standings
| 9th
| 2nd
|
Home/Away
| 11-10
| 4-8
|
Offensive Rating
| 2nd
| 12th
|
Defensive Rating
| 8th
| 25th
|
Net Rating
| 3rd
| 19th
|
Boston Celtics vs Chicago Bulls: Previous matchups
During their last matchup against the Bulls, the Celtics got a comfortable nine-point win with a scoreline of 138-129. Nikola Vucevic made a brilliant effort that night and scored 32 points for his team. Unfortunately, the rest of the team just couldn’t cope with the Celtics’ defense. The Celtics have also won their last five games against the Bulls and are heading into this one with momentum on their side.
Boston Celtics vs Chicago Bulls: Leading players
Stat
| Bulls (Leader)
| Celtics (Leader)
|
Points
| 21.7 - Zach LaVine
| 28.2 - Jayson Tatum
|
Rebounds
| 9.6 - Nikola Vucevic
| 9.0 - Jayson Tatum
|
Assists
| 6.9 - Josh Giddey
| 5.6 - Jayson Tatum
|
Boston Celtics vs Chicago Bulls: Prediction and Betting Tips
- Moneyline: Celtics (-1200) vs Bulls (+750)
- Spread: Celtics (-15) vs Bulls (+15)
- Total (O/U): Celtics -110 (O 246.5) vs Bulls -110 (U 246.5)
(Note: Odds are correct at the time of writing and likely to change.)
Celtics vs Bulls Game Prediction
Credits: AP Photo/Melissa Tamez
With the kind of form that the Celtics have been enjoying, it will be extremely hard for the Bulls to pose any kind of threat to them. The Celtics have more quality on their roster and have been in sync throughout the season. We believe the Bulls will face a serious struggle at the TD Garden tonight.
- Our prediction: Celtics will win
ALSO READ: Los Angeles Lakers vs Sacramento Kings (12/19): Starting Five, Injury Report, Start Time, Game Prediction, Betting Tips, How to Watch, and MoreBoston Celtics vs Chicago Bulls: Date, Time, and Venue
Boston Celtics vs Chicago Bulls kick off from the TD Garden on Thursday, December 19, 2024. The match will kick off at 7:30 PM ET.
How to watch Boston Celtics vs Chicago Bulls: Streaming details and more
- TV: NBCS-BOS and CHSN
- Streaming: Sling, DirecTV Stream, FuboTV and NBA League Pass
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