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Thunder vs. Bulls prediction: Why Oklahoma City is favored to win Tuesday's NBA matchup [3/3/2026]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Oklahoma City Thunder vs Chicago Bulls predictions for NBA Tuesday.
The Chicago Bulls will square off with the favored Oklahoma City Thunder in NBA action at United Center on Tuesday, starting at 8:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations and today’s injury reports, Dimers' advanced NBA model projects the Thunder as the most likely winner of the Thunder vs. Bulls game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Bulls lineup will feature players like Collin Sexton, Matas Buzelis and Josh Giddey, while the Thunder will look to Chet Holmgren, Isaiah Joe and Jared McCain.
This article offers further insights into Tuesday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Thunder vs. Bulls prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Tuesday's NBA matchup between the Thunder and Bulls 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Thunder a 78% chance of beating the Bulls. Our predicted final score has the Thunder winning 117-108.
According to our model, the Bulls (+10.5) have a 55% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 226.5 points has a 51% chance of staying under.
Thunder vs. Bulls odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Thunder | Bulls |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -10.5 (-105) | +10.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | -425 | +340 |
| Total | o226.5 (-115) | u226.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Thunder 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 +10.5 | -110 |
| Moneyline | Bulls | +340 |
| Total | Under 226.5 | -105 |
According to our NBA best bets, the top play to make on this game is Bulls +10.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Thunder vs. Bulls player props
Betting on Thunder vs. Bulls NBA prop bets? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at United Center.
Chet Holmgren is expected to lead the Thunder with 22 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists, while Collin Sexton is projected to have 17 points, 3 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.
Thunder prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Thunder are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chet Holmgren | 22 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 45 |
| Isaiah Joe | 14 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 27 |
| Jared McCain | 14 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 28 |
| Cason Wallace | 13 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 30 |
| Jaylin Williams | 11 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 30 |
Bulls prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Bulls:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collin Sexton | 17 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 33 |
| Matas Buzelis | 16 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 35 |
| Josh Giddey | 16 | 8 | 8 | 2 | 44 |
| Tre Jones | 12 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 27 |
| Leonard Miller | 11 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 23 |
Thunder vs. Bulls game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's matchup between the Bulls and Thunder at United Center is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Chicago Bulls
- Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: United Center
Conclusion
We predict the Thunder, with a 78% win probability, will likely beat the Bulls on Tuesday, with Chet Holmgren projected for a game-high 45 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Thunder 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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