Game Details
Chicago Bulls (28-39 SU, 34-32-1 ATS) vs. Utah Jazz (15-53 SU, 36-32-0 ATS)
NBA Basketball | Regular Season
Date/Time: March 17, 2025, 9:00 PM ET
Where: Delta Center, Salt Lake City, UT
TV: NBA League Pass
Betting Odds
Point Spread: Chicago -5.5 (-115) / Utah +5.5 (-105)
Money Line: Chicago -220 / Utah +180
Over/Under Total: 241.5 (o -110, u -110)
Game Overview
Chicago comes into this matchup on a bit of a hot streak, covering the spread in five straight games despite their subpar straight-up record. Utah, on the other hand, has been in freefall, losing nine straight games — but they’ve still managed to cover the spread in five of those nine contests.
The Bulls are 15-17 on the road this season, while the Jazz have struggled badly at home, going just 8-25 at the Delta Center. Chicago’s offense ranks 8th in scoring at 116.6 PPG, while Utah’s defense has been a liability, allowing 120.0 PPG (28th).
In the last 10 meetings between these two teams, the series has been dead even — both teams are 5-5 SU and 5-5 ATS. However, Chicago won the most recent head-to-head matchup on November 4, 2024 with a 135-126 win, covering as a 7.5-point favorite.
Key Matchups and Analysis
✅ Bulls’ Offense vs Jazz’s Defense
- Chicago’s offense is clicking, ranking 8th in PPG (116.6) and 2nd in three-point attempts per game (42.7).
- The Bulls also shoot 36.4% from deep (12th), which could spell trouble for Utah's perimeter defense, which ranks 15th at defending the three.
- The Jazz allow 120.0 PPG (28th) and rank dead last in opponent assists (29.1 per game), which could open up plenty of scoring opportunities for Chicago’s backcourt.
✅ Injury Impact
- Chicago: Coby White (toe) and Josh Giddey (ankle) are both questionable but have been key contributors when healthy. Lonzo Ball (wrist) remains out, while Ayo Dosunmu is done for the season.
- Utah: The Jazz are banged up, with Jordan Clarkson (plantar), Keyonte George (foot), and Kris Dunn (elbow) all listed as questionable. John Collins (ankle) and Taylor Hendricks (fibula) remain out.
✅ Situational Angles
- Chicago is riding momentum after covering five straight spreads.
- Utah may have value as a home dog, but their defensive struggles and injury issues make them a tough bet.
- Bulls' offensive strength aligns well against Utah’s weak defense, especially from the three-point line.
Betting Pick and Prediction
Chicago’s recent form and Utah’s defensive issues make the Bulls the clear play here. The Jazz’s injury concerns further compound their problems, especially on the defensive end. Chicago’s perimeter shooting should be the difference-maker, as Utah struggles to defend the three.
Best Bet: Chicago -5.5
Over/Under: Lean toward the Over 241.5 — both teams have been trending toward high-scoring games, and the Bulls’ pace combined with Utah’s defensive lapses point to a shootout.
Predicted Final Score: Chicago 128, Utah 117
