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Pacers vs. Bulls prediction: Why Chicago is favored to win Friday's NBA matchup [12/5/2025]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Indiana Pacers vs Chicago Bulls predictions for NBA Friday.
The Chicago Bulls and Indiana Pacers will meet in NBA action at United Center on Friday, with tipoff at 8:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations and today’s injury updates, Dimers' advanced NBA model projects the Bulls as the most likely winner of the Pacers vs. Bulls game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Bulls lineup will feature stars like Josh Giddey, Coby White and Nikola Vucevic, while the Pacers will rely on Pascal Siakam, Bennedict Mathurin and Andrew Nembhard.
This article offers a closer look at Friday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Pacers vs. Bulls prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Friday's NBA matchup between the Pacers and Bulls 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Bulls a 63% chance of defeating the Pacers. Our predicted final score has the Bulls winning 119-115.
According to our model, the Pacers (+4.5) have a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the 234.5-point over/under has a 52% chance of staying under.
Pacers vs. Bulls odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Pacers | Bulls |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +4.5 (-102) | -4.5 (-115) |
| Moneyline | +168 | -190 |
| Total | o234.5 (-112) | u234.5 (-108) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Pacers vs. Bulls picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities 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 | Pacers +4.5 | -102 |
| Moneyline | Pacers | +168 |
| Total | Under 234.5 | -108 |
According to our best NBA bets for Friday, the top play to make on this game is Pacers +4.5 at the spread.
Pacers vs. Bulls player props
NBA player props are a popular way to wager on Friday's Pacers vs. Bulls game without necessarily betting on the outcome. We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at United Center.
Pascal Siakam is expected to lead the Pacers with 23 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists, while Josh Giddey is projected to have 21 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists for the Bulls.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and more, for every game this season.
Pacers prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Pacers are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pascal Siakam | 23 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 43 |
| B. Mathurin | 21 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 36 |
| Andrew Nembhard | 15 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 33 |
| T.J. McConnell | 13 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 30 |
| Jay Huff | 12 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 29 |
Bulls prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Bulls:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Giddey | 21 | 10 | 8 | 2 | 52 |
| Coby White | 19 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 30 |
| Nikola Vucevic | 18 | 10 | 4 | 2 | 40 |
| Matas Buzelis | 16 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 32 |
| Jevon Carter | 10 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 18 |
Pacers vs. Bulls game-day updates and essential details
Friday's game between the Bulls and Pacers at United Center is scheduled to start at 8:00PM ET.
- Who: Indiana Pacers vs. Chicago Bulls
- Date: Friday, December 5, 2025
- Time: 8:00PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: United Center
Conclusion
We predict the Bulls, with a 63% win probability, will likely beat the Pacers on Friday, with Josh Giddey projected for a game-high 52 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Pacers vs. Bulls insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from the latest 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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