3rd Quarter Report
Fortunes may be turning around for the Raptors after losing five in a row. They have jumped out to a 90-89 lead against the Bulls.
The Raptors came into the match with some extra motivation after the loss they were dealt the last time these two teams faced off. We'll see if they're able to flip the script or if it'll just be more of the same.
Who's Playing
Toronto Raptors @ Chicago Bulls
Current Records: Toronto 16-30, Chicago 22-25
How To Watch
- When: Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at 8 p.m. ET
- Where: United Center -- Chicago, Illinois
- TV: NBC Sports Chicago
- Follow: CBS Sports App
- Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
- Ticket Cost: $37.00
What to Know
After three games on the road, the Bulls are heading back home. They will take on the Toronto Raptors at 8:00 p.m. ET on Tuesday. The Raptors took a loss in their last matchup and will be looking to turn the tables on the Bulls, who come in off a win.
Last Sunday, Chicago beat Portland 104-96.
Meanwhile, the Raptors' recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Sunday after their fifth straight loss. They lost 126-125 to Atlanta on a last-minute shot From Saddiq Bey.
Despite the loss, the Raptors had strong showings from Jordan Nwora, who scored 24 points along with nine rebounds and six assists, and Scottie Barnes, who scored 24 points along with eight assists. Barnes continues to roll, besting his previous point total in each of the last three games he's played.
Chicago's win bumped their record up to 22-25. As for Toronto, they have been struggling recently, as they've lost nine of their last ten matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 16-30 record this season.
This contest is one where the number of possessions is likely to be a big factor: The Bulls haven't given up the ball easily this season, having only averaged 11.7 turnovers per game (they're ranked second in turnovers per game overall). However, it's not like the Raptors struggle in that department as they've been averaging only 12.7 turnovers per game. Given these competing strengths, it'll be interesting to see how their clash plays out.
Looking forward, the Bulls are the favorite in this one, as the experts expect to see them win by six points. For those looking to play the spread, take note: they are a solid 12-9 against the spread when expected to win.
Odds
Chicago is a solid 6-point favorite against Toronto, according to the latest NBA odds.
The line on this game has moved quite a bit since it opened, as it started out with the Bulls as a 1.5-point favorite.
The over/under is set at 227.5 points.
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Series History
Chicago has won 6 out of their last 10 games against Toronto.
- Jan 18, 2024 - Chicago 116 vs. Toronto 110
- Nov 24, 2023 - Toronto 121 vs. Chicago 108
- Oct 27, 2023 - Chicago 104 vs. Toronto 103
- Apr 12, 2023 - Chicago 109 vs. Toronto 105
- Feb 28, 2023 - Toronto 104 vs. Chicago 98
- Nov 07, 2022 - Chicago 111 vs. Toronto 97
- Nov 06, 2022 - Toronto 113 vs. Chicago 104
- Mar 21, 2022 - Chicago 113 vs. Toronto 99
- Feb 03, 2022 - Toronto 127 vs. Chicago 120
- Jan 26, 2022 - Chicago 111 vs. Toronto 105