Miami Heat

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Going Over the Total Points Makes Sense

Miami Heat (37-45, 10th in the Eastern Conference) lock horns with Chicago Bulls (39-43, ninth in the Eastern Conference) in this NBA Play-In matchup at United Center.

We’re expecting Over 219.5 points to be scored by the Heat and the Bulls combined. There’s an attractive 1.91 for our prediction and we’re anticipating that the scoreboard will tick over.

119-111 Win for Bulls in Pair’s Last Encounter

Miami Heat lost when they last took to the court. At Kaseya Center, they were turned over 119-118 at home to Washington Wizards. Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 41 points, with Josh Christopher getting 17 and Keshad Johnson 17.

Chicago Bulls have triumphed in their last four home games. Most recently, they won on the road when beating Philadelphia 76ers 122-102 at Wells Fargo Center. Kevin Huerter was able to score 18 points, with Talen Horton-Tucker getting 17 and Patrick Williams 15.

The Bulls triumphed 119-111 when they last played the Heat. This head-to-head was played at United Center. The Bulls have racked up three straight victories over the Heat. On the head-to-head front, Bulls won the regular season series 3-0 and they have won 6 of the past 10 matchups.

NBA Reg. Season W L PCT PPG OPP PPG DIFF Home Road Div Conf Last 10 Strk
Celtics Bulls 39 43 0.476 117.8 119.4 -1.6 18-23 21-20 4-12 28-24 7-3 3W
Celtics Heat 37 45 0.451 110.6 110 0.6 19-22 18-23 10-6 24-28 6-4 1L
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Confirmed Starting Lineups

Miami Heat lineup: Kel'el Ware, Bam Adebayo, Tyler Herro, Alec Burks, Andrew Wiggins.

Chicago Bulls lineup: Coby White, Josh Giddey, Nikola Vucevic, Kevin Huerter, Matas Buzelis.

Expert NBA Analysis

The form is always taken into consideration and it’s great to combine this with team news as it becomes available. In order to provide an expert NBA verdict, the latest stats are analysed so that we have the best information.

Key Heat vs Bulls stats:

  • The 219.5 line has been covered in all of the last 5 Heat games.
  • The 219.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Heat games.
  • The 219.5 line has been covered in the last 5 Heat games.
  • The 219.5 line has been covered in 9 of the last 10 Bulls games.
  • The 219.5 line has been covered in 18 of the last 20 Bulls games.
  • The 219.5 line has been covered in the last 3 games between these teams.

Heat vs Bulls Prediction

Over 219.5 points seems like a realistic outcome for this NBA matchup. We’re taking odds of 1.91 considering that the total line looks to be too low here.

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Over 219.5 Probability

According to the sportsbooks, there’s a 52.4% likelihood of our pick landing a return. Taking all factors into consideration, our analysts think there’s a stronger chance of success and have a probability interval between 55-60%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.

Our Pick

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Player Props

Nikola Vucevic Over 16.5 Points 1.91 Bet365 logo

Nikola Vucevic (Bulls) has totaled an average of 22.6 points in the past 5 games at home. It makes sense to bet on him to cover the line and there are odds of 1.91 available for this Player Points wager.

Latest Nikola Vucevic Player Prop Odds

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Josh Giddey Over 9.5 Assists 2.04 Bet365 logo

Josh Giddey (Bulls) has finished with Over 9.5 assists in 3 straight games at home. There’s an opportunity to enjoy a Player Assists bet which is priced at 2.04 that he is able to cover the line.

Latest Josh Giddey Player Prop Odds

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Miami Heat vs Chicago Bulls Bet Builder Tips

Totals Over 219.5
Spread Heat +1
Player Points Nikola Vucevic Over 16.5

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Correct Score Prediction

Heat Heat logo 113 - 111 Bulls logo Bulls

We’re expecting a close game so it might be worth going for the Heat to win by a 113-111 scoreline. You can get a huge price and we should hopefully get a run for our money.

Miami Heat vs Chicago Bulls Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the betting predictions and bet builder tips.

Game Could Go Right to the Wire According to the Books

You can back Chicago Bulls at 1.76 to win against Miami Heat, with the latter trading at 2.12. The hosts have a 57% chance of victory in the eyes of the most popular NBA sportsbooks.

There is a spread of 2 and total points has a line of 221. Having a bet on the Totals is one of the most popular basketball wagers. If you’re wanting to back Over 221, the odds are 1.89.

If you’re keen on the Bulls reaching 20 points before their opponents, the favorites are 1.87 to oblige. Conversely, the Heat can be backed at 1.87 to make this total first.

There are hundreds of game lines and team props when it comes to wagering on this popular league and we recommend visiting the top betting sites to find the wager that matches your view on the contest.

Betting Lines & Odds

Tyler Herro Favorite to Score the Most Points

In terms of scoring most points, favorite Tyler Herro is available at 1.83 to rack up Over 25.5 points. If you want to go Under, then 1.89 is available.

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Micro Betting

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Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Miami Heat logo Miami Heat Stats

Chicago Bulls logo Chicago Bulls Stats

Moneyline

  • 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

  • 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

Point Spread

Total Points

Total Points

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Team News

Injuries & Suspensions

Miami Heat Injury Table

Type
Name
Info
Dru Smith
Injured
Nikola Jovic
Injured
Kevin Love
Unavailable

Chicago Bulls Injury Table

Type
Name
Info
Ayo Dosunmu
Injured
Lonzo Ball
Injured
Tre Jones
Injured

Starting Lineups

Chicago Bulls logo Chicago Bulls Confirmed Lineup
0 Coby White
3 Josh Giddey
9 Nikola Vucevic
13 Kevin Huerter
14 Matas Buzelis
Miami Heat logo Miami Heat Confirmed Lineup
7 Kel'el Ware
13 Bam Adebayo
14 Tyler Herro
18 Alec Burks
22 Andrew Wiggins

Previous Miami Heat Lineups

14 Apr NBA
Wizards 119-118 Heat
12 Apr NBA
Heat 153-104 Pelicans
10 Apr NBA
Heat 111-119 Bulls
08 Apr NBA
76ers 105-117 Heat
06 Apr NBA
Bucks 121-115 Heat
04 Apr NBA
Grizzlies 110-108 Heat
03 Apr NBA
Heat 124-103 Celtics
01 Apr NBA
Heat 120-94 Wizards
30 Mar NBA
Heat 118-95 76ers
28 Mar NBA
Hawks 112-122 Heat

Previous Chicago Bulls Lineups

14 Apr NBA
Bulls 122-102 76ers
12 Apr NBA
Wizards 89-119 Bulls
10 Apr NBA
Heat 111-119 Bulls
09 Apr NBA
Bulls 113-135 Cavaliers
07 Apr NBA
Bulls 131-117 Hornets
05 Apr NBA
Trail Blazers 113-118 Bulls
02 Apr NBA
Raptors 118-137 Bulls
01 Apr NBA
Bulls 117-145 Thunder
30 Mar NBA
Mavericks 120-119 Bulls
28 Mar NBA
Lakers 117-119 Bulls

NBA Regular Season Table Select Season

East Atlantic W L PCT PPG OPP PPG DIFF Home Road Div Conf Last 10 Strk
Celtics 61 21 0.744 116.3 107.2 9.1 28-13 33-8 14-2 39-13 8-2 2W
Knicks 51 31 0.622 115.8 111.7 4.1 27-14 24-17 12-4 34-18 6-4 1W
Raptors 30 52 0.366 110.9 115.2 -4.3 18-23 12-29 8-8 21-31 5-5 2L
Nets 26 56 0.317 105.1 112.2 -7.1 12-29 14-27 3-13 14-37 3-7 3L
76ers 24 58 0.293 109.6 115.8 -6.2 12-29 12-29 3-13 15-37 1-9 2L
East Central W L PCT PPG OPP PPG DIFF Home Road Div Conf Last 10 Strk
Cavaliers 64 18 0.78 121.9 112.4 9.5 34-7 30-11 12-4 41-11 6-4 1L
Pacers 50 32 0.61 117.4 115.1 2.3 29-12 21-20 10-6 29-22 8-2 1W
Bucks 48 34 0.585 115.5 113 2.5 28-14 20-20 9-7 31-21 8-2 8W
Pistons 44 38 0.537 115.5 113.6 1.9 22-19 22-19 5-11 29-23 4-6 2L
Bulls 39 43 0.476 117.8 119.4 -1.6 18-23 21-20 4-12 28-24 7-3 3W
East Southeast W L PCT PPG OPP PPG DIFF Home Road Div Conf Last 10 Strk
Magic 41 41 0.5 105.4 105.5 -0.1 22-19 19-22 12-4 31-21 7-3 1L
Hawks 40 42 0.488 118.2 119.3 -1.1 21-19 19-23 10-6 30-22 5-5 3W
Heat 37 45 0.451 110.6 110 0.6 19-22 18-23 10-6 24-28 6-4 1L
Hornets 19 63 0.232 105.1 114.2 -9.1 12-29 7-34 1-15 10-42 1-9 7L
Wizards 18 64 0.22 108 120.4 -12.4 8-33 10-31 7-9 13-39 2-8 1W
West Northwest W L PCT PPG OPP PPG DIFF Home Road Div Conf Last 10 Strk
Thunder 68 14 0.829 120.5 107.6 12.9 36-6 32-8 12-4 39-13 8-2 4W
Nuggets 50 32 0.61 120.8 116.9 3.9 26-15 24-17 8-8 32-20 5-5 3W
Timberwolves 49 33 0.598 114.3 109.3 5 25-16 24-17 11-5 33-19 8-2 3W
Trail Blazers 36 46 0.439 110.9 113.9 -3 22-19 14-27 6-10 19-33 4-6 1W
Jazz 17 65 0.207 111.9 121.2 -9.3 10-31 7-34 3-13 8-44 1-9 2L
West Pacific W L PCT PPG OPP PPG DIFF Home Road Div Conf Last 10 Strk
Clippers 50 32 0.61 112.9 108.2 4.7 30-11 20-21 9-7 29-23 9-1 8W
Lakers 50 32 0.61 113.4 112.2 1.2 31-10 19-22 12-4 36-16 6-4 1L
Warriors 48 34 0.585 113.8 110.5 3.3 24-17 24-17 5-11 29-23 7-3 1L
Kings 40 42 0.488 115.7 115.3 0.4 20-21 20-21 5-11 26-26 5-5 1W
Suns 36 46 0.439 113.6 116.6 -3 24-17 12-29 9-7 22-30 1-9 1L
West Southwest W L PCT PPG OPP PPG DIFF Home Road Div Conf Last 10 Strk
Rockets 52 30 0.634 114.3 109.8 4.5 29-12 23-18 13-3 31-21 6-4 3L
Grizzlies 48 34 0.585 121.7 116.9 4.8 26-15 22-19 11-5 27-24 4-6 1W
Mavericks 39 43 0.476 114.2 115.4 -1.2 22-18 17-25 8-8 23-29 4-6 1L
Spurs 34 48 0.415 113.9 116.7 -2.8 20-21 14-27 5-11 22-30 3-7 1W
Pelicans 21 61 0.256 109.8 119.3 -9.5 14-27 7-34 3-13 13-38 2-8 7L
Eastern Conference W L PCT PPG OPP PPG DIFF Home Road Div Conf Last 10 Strk
Cavaliers 64 18 0.78 121.9 112.4 9.5 34-7 30-11 12-4 41-11 6-4 1L
Celtics 61 21 0.744 116.3 107.2 9.1 28-13 33-8 14-2 39-13 8-2 2W
Knicks 51 31 0.622 115.8 111.7 4.1 27-14 24-17 12-4 34-18 6-4 1W
Pacers 50 32 0.61 117.4 115.1 2.3 29-12 21-20 10-6 29-22 8-2 1W
Bucks 48 34 0.585 115.5 113 2.5 28-14 20-20 9-7 31-21 8-2 8W
Pistons 44 38 0.537 115.5 113.6 1.9 22-19 22-19 5-11 29-23 4-6 2L
Magic 41 41 0.5 105.4 105.5 -0.1 22-19 19-22 12-4 31-21 7-3 1L
Hawks 40 42 0.488 118.2 119.3 -1.1 21-19 19-23 10-6 30-22 5-5 3W
Bulls 39 43 0.476 117.8 119.4 -1.6 18-23 21-20 4-12 28-24 7-3 3W
Heat 37 45 0.451 110.6 110 0.6 19-22 18-23 10-6 24-28 6-4 1L
Raptors 30 52 0.366 110.9 115.2 -4.3 18-23 12-29 8-8 21-31 5-5 2L
Nets 26 56 0.317 105.1 112.2 -7.1 12-29 14-27 3-13 14-37 3-7 3L
76ers 24 58 0.293 109.6 115.8 -6.2 12-29 12-29 3-13 15-37 1-9 2L
Hornets 19 63 0.232 105.1 114.2 -9.1 12-29 7-34 1-15 10-42 1-9 7L
Wizards 18 64 0.22 108 120.4 -12.4 8-33 10-31 7-9 13-39 2-8 1W
Western Conference W L PCT PPG OPP PPG DIFF Home Road Div Conf Last 10 Strk
Thunder 68 14 0.829 120.5 107.6 12.9 36-6 32-8 12-4 39-13 8-2 4W
Rockets 52 30 0.634 114.3 109.8 4.5 29-12 23-18 13-3 31-21 6-4 3L
Lakers 50 32 0.61 113.4 112.2 1.2 31-10 19-22 12-4 36-16 6-4 1L
Nuggets 50 32 0.61 120.8 116.9 3.9 26-15 24-17 8-8 32-20 5-5 3W
Clippers 50 32 0.61 112.9 108.2 4.7 30-11 20-21 9-7 29-23 9-1 8W
Warriors 48 34 0.585 113.8 110.5 3.3 24-17 24-17 5-11 29-23 7-3 1L
Timberwolves 49 33 0.598 114.3 109.3 5 25-16 24-17 11-5 33-19 8-2 3W
Grizzlies 48 34 0.585 121.7 116.9 4.8 26-15 22-19 11-5 27-24 4-6 1W
Kings 40 42 0.488 115.7 115.3 0.4 20-21 20-21 5-11 26-26 5-5 1W
Mavericks 39 43 0.476 114.2 115.4 -1.2 22-18 17-25 8-8 23-29 4-6 1L
Suns 36 46 0.439 113.6 116.6 -3 24-17 12-29 9-7 22-30 1-9 1L
Trail Blazers 36 46 0.439 110.9 113.9 -3 22-19 14-27 6-10 19-33 4-6 1W
Spurs 34 48 0.415 113.9 116.7 -2.8 20-21 14-27 5-11 22-30 3-7 1W
Pelicans 21 61 0.256 109.8 119.3 -9.5 14-27 7-34 3-13 13-38 2-8 7L
Jazz 17 65 0.207 111.9 121.2 -9.3 10-31 7-34 3-13 8-44 1-9 2L
NBA W L PCT PPG OPP PPG DIFF Home Road Div Conf Last 10 Strk
Thunder 68 14 0.829 120.5 107.6 12.9 36-6 32-8 12-4 39-13 8-2 4W
Cavaliers 64 18 0.78 121.9 112.4 9.5 34-7 30-11 12-4 41-11 6-4 1L
Celtics 61 21 0.744 116.3 107.2 9.1 28-13 33-8 14-2 39-13 8-2 2W
Rockets 52 30 0.634 114.3 109.8 4.5 29-12 23-18 13-3 31-21 6-4 3L
Knicks 51 31 0.622 115.8 111.7 4.1 27-14 24-17 12-4 34-18 6-4 1W
Nuggets 50 32 0.61 120.8 116.9 3.9 26-15 24-17 8-8 32-20 5-5 3W
Pacers 50 32 0.61 117.4 115.1 2.3 29-12 21-20 10-6 29-22 8-2 1W
Lakers 50 32 0.61 113.4 112.2 1.2 31-10 19-22 12-4 36-16 6-4 1L
Clippers 50 32 0.61 112.9 108.2 4.7 30-11 20-21 9-7 29-23 9-1 8W
Timberwolves 49 33 0.598 114.3 109.3 5 25-16 24-17 11-5 33-19 8-2 3W
Grizzlies 48 34 0.585 121.7 116.9 4.8 26-15 22-19 11-5 27-24 4-6 1W
Bucks 48 34 0.585 115.5 113 2.5 28-14 20-20 9-7 31-21 8-2 8W
Warriors 48 34 0.585 113.8 110.5 3.3 24-17 24-17 5-11 29-23 7-3 1L
Pistons 44 38 0.537 115.5 113.6 1.9 22-19 22-19 5-11 29-23 4-6 2L
Magic 41 41 0.5 105.4 105.5 -0.1 22-19 19-22 12-4 31-21 7-3 1L
Hawks 40 42 0.488 118.2 119.3 -1.1 21-19 19-23 10-6 30-22 5-5 3W
Kings 40 42 0.488 115.7 115.3 0.4 20-21 20-21 5-11 26-26 5-5 1W
Bulls 39 43 0.476 117.8 119.4 -1.6 18-23 21-20 4-12 28-24 7-3 3W
Mavericks 39 43 0.476 114.2 115.4 -1.2 22-18 17-25 8-8 23-29 4-6 1L
Heat 37 45 0.451 110.6 110 0.6 19-22 18-23 10-6 24-28 6-4 1L
Suns 36 46 0.439 113.6 116.6 -3 24-17 12-29 9-7 22-30 1-9 1L
Trail Blazers 36 46 0.439 110.9 113.9 -3 22-19 14-27 6-10 19-33 4-6 1W
Spurs 34 48 0.415 113.9 116.7 -2.8 20-21 14-27 5-11 22-30 3-7 1W
Raptors 30 52 0.366 110.9 115.2 -4.3 18-23 12-29 8-8 21-31 5-5 2L
Nets 26 56 0.317 105.1 112.2 -7.1 12-29 14-27 3-13 14-37 3-7 3L
76ers 24 58 0.293 109.6 115.8 -6.2 12-29 12-29 3-13 15-37 1-9 2L
Pelicans 21 61 0.256 109.8 119.3 -9.5 14-27 7-34 3-13 13-38 2-8 7L
Hornets 19 63 0.232 105.1 114.2 -9.1 12-29 7-34 1-15 10-42 1-9 7L
Wizards 18 64 0.22 108 120.4 -12.4 8-33 10-31 7-9 13-39 2-8 1W
Jazz 17 65 0.207 111.9 121.2 -9.3 10-31 7-34 3-13 8-44 1-9 2L
  • W = Wins
  • L = Losses
  • PCT = Winning Percentage
  • PPG = Points Per Game
  • OPP PPG = Opponent Points Per Game
  • DIFF = Average Point Differential
  • Home = Home Record
  • Road = Away Record
  • Div = Division Record
  • Conf = Conference Record
  • Last 10 = Record last 10 games
  • Strk = Current Streak