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Pelicans vs. Bulls prediction: Why Chicago is favored to win Wednesday's NBA matchup [12/31/2025]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get New Orleans Pelicans vs Chicago Bulls predictions for NBA Wednesday.
The Chicago Bulls and New Orleans Pelicans will lock horns in NBA action at United Center on Wednesday, starting at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations and today’s injury updates, Dimers' advanced NBA model predicts the Bulls as the most likely winner of the Pelicans vs. Bulls game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Bulls lineup will feature players like Nikola Vucevic, Ayo Dosunmu and Matas Buzelis, while the Pelicans will rely on Zion Williamson, Trey Murphy and Jordan Poole.
This article offers a closer look at Wednesday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Pelicans vs. Bulls prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Wednesday's NBA matchup between the Pelicans and Bulls 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Bulls a 56% chance of defeating the Pelicans. Our predicted final score has the Bulls winning 123-121.
According to our model, the Pelicans (-1.5) have a 54% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 247.5 points has a 56% chance of staying under.
Pelicans vs. Bulls odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Pelicans | Bulls |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -1.5 (-102) | +1.5 (-118) |
| Moneyline | -102 | -110 |
| Total | o247.5 (-105) | u247.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Pelicans vs. Bulls picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best current 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 | Pelicans -1.5 | -102 |
| Moneyline | Bulls | -110 |
| Total | Under 247.5 | -110 |
According to our NBA best bets, the top play to make on this game is Bulls to win.
Pelicans vs. Bulls player props
Looking for New Orleans vs. Chicago NBA player props? We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at United Center.
Zion Williamson is expected to lead the Pelicans with 25 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists, while Nikola Vucevic is projected to have 17 points, 9 rebounds and 4 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.
Pelicans prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Pelicans are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zion Williamson | 25 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 46 |
| Trey Murphy | 20 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 41 |
| Jordan Poole | 17 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 32 |
| Saddiq Bey | 17 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 32 |
| Derik Queen | 16 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 40 |
Bulls prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Bulls:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nikola Vucevic | 17 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 40 |
| Ayo Dosunmu | 17 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 33 |
| Matas Buzelis | 16 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 31 |
| Kevin Huerter | 15 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 28 |
| Tre Jones | 14 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 33 |
Pelicans vs. Bulls game-day updates and essential details
Wednesday's matchup between the Bulls and Pelicans at United Center is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: New Orleans Pelicans vs. Chicago Bulls
- Date: Wednesday, December 31, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: United Center
Conclusion
We predict the Bulls, with a 56% win probability, will likely beat the Pelicans on Wednesday, with Zion Williamson projected for a game-high 46 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Pelicans 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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