by Chuck Sommers
Friday, Mar 24, 2023
Time: 10 p.m. ET
Venue: Moda Center, Portland, OR
Where to watch: NBCSCH, ROOT-SP+
Opening Odds at USA Sportsbooks
DraftKings: Bulls -2
BetMGM: Bulls -2
Caesars: Bulls -2
Season record
Bulls: 34-38
Blazers: 32-40
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Bulls - Blazers preview, prediction and analysis
The Chicago Bulls will travel to Portland to take on the Trail Blazers in what promises to be a thrilling matchup on March 24, 2023. Both teams have been in good form this season and will be looking to come out on top in this crucial contest.
The Bulls come into the game with a record of 34-38 currently sitting in a play-in spot in the Eastern Conference. Led by their dynamic duo of Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan, the Bulls are never really ever out of a fight until they figure out how to crap the bed. Chicago is coming off a 116-91 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers earlier in the week to end a three-game winning streak.
The Blazers, on the other hand, come into the game with a record of 32-40, currently on the outside looking in on a playoff spot. Led by their superstar Damian Lillard, who is averaging 32.2 points per game, the Blazers have been a formidable opponent this season.
The game between the Bulls and Blazers promises to be an exciting contest between two teams with potent offenses and strong defenses. Both teams have been playing well of late, and this game could have significant playoff implications. The Bulls will be looking to secure a crucial win on the road, while the Blazers will be hoping to maintain their good form and solidify their playoff position.
One of the key matchups to watch out for will be between LaVine and Lillard. Both players have been in excellent form this season, and their matchup will be crucial in determining the outcome of the game. LaVine is one of the best scorers in the league, with his ability to score from all areas of the court. Lillard, on the other hand, is one of the most clutch players in the league, with his ability to hit game-winning shots from long range.
The game promises to be an exciting matchup between two evenly matched teams, with playoff implications on the line. The Bulls will need to bring their A-game if they hope to come out on top in this contest. The Blazers, on the other hand, will be looking to maintain their good form and continue their push towards the playoffs.
In conclusion, the game between the Bulls and Blazers on March 24, 2023, promises to be a thrilling contest between two teams with potent offenses and strong defenses. With playoff implications on the line, both teams will be looking to secure a crucial victory. Fans from both teams will be eagerly watching to see who comes out on top in this exciting matchup.
Prediction
Bulls 124, Blazers 114
Projected starting lineup
Bulls:
PG: Patrick Beverley
SG: Alex Caruso
SF: Zach LaVine
PF: DeMar DeRozan
C: Nikola Vucevic
Blazers:
PG: Damian Lillard
SG: Shaedon Sharpe
SF: Matisse Thybulle
PF: Kevin Knox
C: Drew Eubanks
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Chuck Sommers
About the Author:
Chuck Sommers has camped outside of sportsbooks since he can remember, learning the tricks and nuances of the trade. He still has nightmares of betting $5,000 on the Raiders in the Tuck Rule game but has since turned that to 25 years of veteran handicapping greatness. You can find him mostly in the shadows at the Red Rock or Aliante casinos wondering if the over is cashing on any given Sunday.
