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Mavericks vs. Bulls prediction: Why Chicago is favored to win Saturday's NBA matchup [1/10/2026]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Dallas Mavericks vs Chicago Bulls predictions for NBA Saturday.
The Chicago Bulls will face the Dallas Mavericks in NBA action at United Center on Saturday, commencing at 8:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations and today’s injury reports, Dimers' proven NBA model projects the Bulls as the most likely winner of the Mavericks vs. Bulls game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Bulls lineup will feature stars like Nikola Vucevic, Coby White and Matas Buzelis, while the Mavericks will rely on Cooper Flagg, Naji Marshall and Max Christie.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Saturday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Mavs vs. Bulls prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NBA matchup between the Mavericks and Bulls 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Bulls a 64% chance of defeating the Mavericks. Our predicted final score has the Bulls winning 118-114.
According to our model, the Bulls (-4.5) have a 53% chance of covering the spread, while the 233.5-point over/under has a 52% chance of staying under.
Mavericks vs. Bulls odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Mavericks | Bulls |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +4.5 (-115) | -4.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | +150 | -165 |
| Total | o233.5 (-110) | u233.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Mavericks vs. Bulls picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Bulls -4.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | Mavericks | +150 |
| Total | Under 233.5 | -105 |
According to our best NBA bets for Saturday, the top play to make on this game is Bulls -4.5 at the spread.
Mavericks vs. Bulls player props
Betting on Dallas vs. Chicago NBA player props? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at United Center.
Cooper Flagg is expected to lead the Mavericks with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists, while Nikola Vucevic is projected to have 19 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the Bulls.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Mavericks prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Mavericks are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooper Flagg | 21 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 44 |
| Naji Marshall | 16 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 33 |
| Max Christie | 15 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 29 |
| Klay Thompson | 15 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 26 |
| Daniel Gafford | 13 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 32 |
Bulls prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Bulls:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nikola Vucevic | 19 | 10 | 5 | 2 | 43 |
| Coby White | 18 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 32 |
| Matas Buzelis | 17 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 33 |
| Ayo Dosunmu | 13 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 27 |
| Tre Jones | 13 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 31 |
Mavs vs. Bulls game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's game between the Bulls and Mavericks at United Center is scheduled to commence at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: Dallas Mavericks vs. Chicago Bulls
- Date: Saturday, January 10, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: United Center
Conclusion
We predict the Bulls, with a 64% win probability, will likely beat the Mavericks on Saturday, with Cooper Flagg projected for a game-high 44 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Mavericks vs. Bulls insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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