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Chicago Bulls vs. Charlotte Hornets: Preview, Predictions and Picks for April 6, 2025

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Apr 6, 2025 1:20 PM
The Chicago Bulls, led by Nikola Vucevic, head to the Spectrum Center to take on the Charlotte Hornets in an Eastern Conference showdown on Sunday, April 6 at 1:00 PM. The Bulls, sitting in ninth place in the East, look to improve their conference record against the struggling Hornets, who are 14th in the conference. Chicago aims to build on their 2-1 series lead over Charlotte this season.
Chicago Bulls vs Charlotte Hornets

Current Odds

CHI
CHA
Over
247.5
-105
Under
247.5
-110
CHI
-16.5
-122
CHA
+19.5
-105
CHI
ML
-5000
CHA
ML
+2000

Bulls vs Hornets statistics

Stat Bulls Hornets
Streak W2 L2
Last Ten Games 7-3 2-8
Points Per Game 117.6 105.5
Rebounds Per Game 45.6 45.3
Assists Per Game 29.1 24.4
Blocks Per Game 4.7 4.6
Steals Per Game 7.5 7.5
Field Goal % 46.8 43.0
Three Point % 36.8 34.1

Charlotte Hornets recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/4/25 vs Sacramento Kings L 125-102
4/2/25 @ Indiana Pacers L 119-105
3/31/25 vs Utah Jazz W 110-106
3/30/25 @ New Orleans Pelicans L 98-94
3/28/25 @ Toronto Raptors L 108-97

Chicago Bulls recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/4/25 vs Portland Trail Blazers W 118-113
4/1/25 vs Toronto Raptors W 137-118
3/31/25 @ Oklahoma City Thunder L 145-117
3/29/25 vs Dallas Mavericks L 120-119
3/27/25 vs Los Angeles Lakers W 119-117

Chicago Bulls injuries

  • Dalen Terry (F): Day-To-Day
  • Lonzo Ball (PG): Out
  • Tre Jones (PG): Out
  • Ayo Dosunmu (SG): Out

Bulls vs Hornets game info

Type Info
Venue Spectrum Center
Location Charlotte, NC
Tip-off Sun 1:00 PM
TV NBA TV

Bulls vs Hornets predictions

With Nikola Vucevic anchoring the Chicago Bulls, he's expected to put up a solid performance yet again, aiming for around 19 points and pulling down double-digit rebounds. Of course, Coby White has been hot lately, often seen weaving through defenses. He’s likely to lead the scoring for the Bulls, potentially topping 21 points. Let's not forget Josh Giddey. You can count on him to dish out assists like they're going out of style; he might be good for another eight assists on the evening. Together, they create a dynamic threat offensively, with Giddey's vision, White's scoring, and Vucevic's inside presence forming a pretty formidable trio.

Turning to the Charlotte Hornets, LaMelo Ball is always a talking point, isn't he? The guy can fill up a stat sheet. Picture this: about 25 points and over seven assists as he dances around defenders. It’ll be up to Miles Bridges to help carry the load, and don't be surprised if he snags close to eight rebounds to go along with a solid scoring effort. Mark Williams could be the Hornets’ unsung hero underneath the basket, snagging rebounds like they're candy. It’s a young squad, but with Ball’s creative flair and some help from Bridges, their offense could be lively.

So, who’s taking the win home tonight? Well, with the Bulls slightly favored and their past performances against the Hornets, they might just have the edge. Their lead in the season series so far suggests they have the blueprint on how to handle Charlotte. Even though the Hornets have the home-court advantage at the Spectrum Center, the Bulls’ balanced attack and experience might just tilt the scales in their favor. If they can play to their strengths, expect the Bulls to come out on top in what should be an entertaining conference matchup.

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