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As the Boston Celtics prepare to host the Chicago Bulls on January 5, 2026, fans can expect an intense matchup that showcases two contrasting recent forms. The Celtics are currently riding high, having secured victories in four of their last five games. This strong momentum reflects their offensive depth and defensive solidity, making them formidable on their home court.
In contrast, the Chicago Bulls have struggled recently, managing to win just two of their last five matches. Their inconsistency may stem from challenges in execution, alongside an underlying need for more cohesion on both ends of the court. The Bulls will need to tighten their defense to contain the Celtics’ scoring, especially from key areas like the perimeter.
Bookmakers favor the Celtics significantly with odds at 1.18 compared to the Bulls’ 4.86, indicating a pronounced confidence in Boston’s home advantage and current form. While the Celtics appear to be the stronger team heading into this game, the unpredictability of basketball means that the Bulls could turn the tide with a determined performance. Fans will be on the edge of their seats as both teams vie for crucial NBA standings.
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| Boston 79.6% |
Chicago 20.4% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 125:114
Outrights of NBA Boston Celtics: 3.52% Chicago Bulls: 0.11%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.19 | 4.7 | |||
| 1.24 | 4.62 | |||
| 1.2 | 4.5 | |||
| 1.19 | 5.16 | |||
| 1.21 | 4.5 |
Latest Results
| 03.01.26 Los Angeles Clippers – Boston Celtics – 115:146 01.01.26 Sacramento Kings – Boston Celtics – 106:120 30.12.25 Utah Jazz – Boston Celtics – 119:129 28.12.25 Portland Trail Blazers – Boston Celtics – 114:108 26.12.25 Indiana Pacers – Boston Celtics – 122:140 |
03.01.26 Chicago Bulls – Charlotte Hornets – 99:112 02.01.26 Chicago Bulls – Orlando Magic – 121:114 31.12.25 Chicago Bulls – New Orleans Pelicans – 134:118 29.12.25 Chicago Bulls – Minnesota Timberwolves – 101:136 27.12.25 Chicago Bulls – Milwaukee Bucks – 103:112 |
Facts
(Achilles Tendon Injury)
(Toe Injury)
Essengue N.
(Shoulder Injury)
Flowers T.
(Knee Injury)
Giddey J.
(Muscle Injury)
Miller E.
(Muscle Injury)
(Head Injury)
White C.
(Calf Injury)
Latest Head To Head
| 29.01.25 Boston Celtics – Chicago Bulls – 122:100 21.12.24 Chicago Bulls – Boston Celtics – 98:123 19.12.24 Boston Celtics – Chicago Bulls – 108:117 29.11.24 Chicago Bulls – Boston Celtics – 129:138 23.03.24 Chicago Bulls – Boston Celtics – 113:124 |
Standings
2025/26
Western Conference
| Pl | W | L | PCT | |||
| 1 | Oklahoma City Thunder | 36 | 30 | 6 | 4389:3858 | 0.833 |
| 2 | San Antonio Spurs | 35 | 25 | 10 | 4191:3996 | 0.714 |
| 3 | Los Angeles Lakers | 33 | 22 | 11 | 3870:3870 | 0.667 |
| 4 | Denver Nuggets | 35 | 23 | 12 | 4352:4134 | 0.657 |
| 5 | Houston Rockets | 32 | 21 | 11 | 3840:3565 | 0.656 |
| 6 | Minnesota Timberwolves | 36 | 23 | 13 | 4304:4126 | 0.639 |
| 7 | Phoenix Suns | 35 | 21 | 14 | 4034:3961 | 0.600 |
| 8 | Golden State Warriors | 36 | 19 | 17 | 4147:4102 | 0.528 |
| 9 | Portland Trail Blazers | 36 | 16 | 20 | 4187:4307 | 0.444 |
| 10 | Memphis Grizzlies | 35 | 15 | 20 | 4059:4094 | 0.429 |
| 11 | Dallas Mavericks | 36 | 13 | 23 | 4085:4229 | 0.361 |
| 12 | Los Angeles Clippers | 34 | 12 | 22 | 3821:3895 | 0.353 |
| 13 | Utah Jazz | 34 | 12 | 22 | 4069:4309 | 0.353 |
| 14 | Sacramento Kings | 36 | 8 | 28 | 3970:4401 | 0.222 |
| 15 | New Orleans Pelicans | 37 | 8 | 29 | 4261:4556 | 0.216 |
Eastern Conference
| Pl | W | L | PCT | |||
| 1 | Detroit Pistons | 35 | 26 | 9 | 4157:3946 | 0.743 |
| 2 | New York Knicks | 35 | 23 | 12 | 4216:4024 | 0.657 |
| 3 | Boston Celtics | 34 | 22 | 12 | 4007:3765 | 0.647 |
| 4 | Toronto Raptors | 36 | 21 | 15 | 4118:4055 | 0.583 |
| 5 | Philadelphia 76ers | 33 | 19 | 14 | 3862:3832 | 0.576 |
| 6 | Miami Heat | 36 | 20 | 16 | 4350:4222 | 0.556 |
| 7 | Orlando Magic | 36 | 20 | 16 | 4214:4156 | 0.556 |
| 8 | Cleveland Cavaliers | 37 | 20 | 17 | 4410:4322 | 0.541 |
| 9 | Chicago Bulls | 35 | 17 | 18 | 4139:4262 | 0.486 |
| 10 | Atlanta Hawks | 37 | 17 | 20 | 4402:4437 | 0.459 |
| 11 | Milwaukee Bucks | 36 | 16 | 20 | 4080:4159 | 0.444 |
| 12 | Charlotte Hornets | 35 | 12 | 23 | 4054:4146 | 0.343 |
| 13 | Brooklyn Nets | 33 | 11 | 22 | 3612:3771 | 0.333 |
| 14 | Washington Wizards | 34 | 9 | 25 | 3856:4229 | 0.265 |
| 15 | Indiana Pacers | 36 | 6 | 30 | 3982:4309 | 0.167 |
NBA Outrights
1. Oklahoma City Thunder: 2.05 (42.01%)
2. Denver Nuggets: 9.25 (9.31%)
3. New York Knicks: 12.5 (6.89%)
4. San Antonio Spurs: 13 (6.63%)
5. Houston Rockets: 14.5 (5.94%)
6. Cleveland Cavaliers: 20 (4.31%)
7. Detroit Pistons: 22 (3.91%)
8. Los Angeles Lakers: 24.5 (3.52%)
9. Boston Celtics: 24.5 (3.52%)
10. Golden State Warriors: 32.5 (2.65%)
11. Minnesota Timberwolves: 33.5 (2.57%)
12. Orlando Magic: 38.5 (2.24%)
13. Philadelphia 76ers: 53.5 (1.61%)
14. Miami Heat: 79 (1.09%)
15. Atlanta Hawks: 81 (1.06%)
16. Los Angeles Clippers: 126 (0.68%)
17. Toronto Raptors: 151 (0.57%)
18. Milwaukee Bucks: 176 (0.49%)
19. Dallas Mavericks: 501 (0.17%)
20. Phoenix Suns: 751 (0.11%)
21. Chicago Bulls: 751 (0.11%)
22. Memphis Grizzlies: 1001 (0.09%)
23. New Orleans Pelicans: 1001 (0.09%)
24. Portland Trail Blazers: 1126 (0.08%)
25. Charlotte Hornets: 1251 (0.07%)
26. Washington Wizards: 1501 (0.06%)
27. Brooklyn Nets: 1501 (0.06%)
28. Utah Jazz: 1501 (0.06%)
29. Indiana Pacers: 1501 (0.06%)
30. Sacramento Kings: 1501 (0.06%)
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