Chicago Bulls vs Brooklyn Nets predictions, Jan 18, 2026

Jan 18, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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The upcoming matchup between the Chicago Bulls and Brooklyn Nets on January 18, 2026, promises to be an intriguing clash as both teams look to improve their standings in the NBA. The Bulls, playing at home, enter the game having secured 2 victories in their last 5 outings. This performance trend indicates a degree of resilience, particularly in leveraging their home-court advantage, where they have historically thrived.

In contrast, the Brooklyn Nets have struggled recently, with only 1 win in their last 5 matches. This downturn may reflect challenges in their tactical execution, particularly in offensive consistency and defensive cohesiveness. The Nets will need to find ways to generate scoring and bolster their defense if they hope to disrupt the Bulls’ rhythm.

Betting odds favor the Bulls at 1.4 to win at home compared to the Nets’ 2.93 for an away victory, aligning with our model prediction of a 65.1% chance for a home win versus 34.9% for an away win. While the Bulls have demonstrated a stronger recent form, the unpredictability of basketball means that the Nets can capitalize on any lapse in performance. Fans can expect an entertaining game, but as always, outcomes are never guaranteed.

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Chicago
67.7%		 Brooklyn
32.3%

Outrights of NBA Chicago Bulls: 0.12% Brooklyn Nets: 0.07%

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Betting Odds

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Pinnacle 1.40 2.93

Latest Results

16.01.26 Brooklyn Nets – Chicago Bulls – 112:109
14.01.26 Chicago Bulls – Utah Jazz – 128:126
13.01.26 Houston Rockets – Chicago Bulls – 119:113
10.01.26 Chicago Bulls – Dallas Mavericks – 125:107
07.01.26 Detroit Pistons – Chicago Bulls – 108:93		 16.01.26 Brooklyn Nets – Chicago Bulls – 112:109
14.01.26 New Orleans Pelicans – Brooklyn Nets – 116:113
12.01.26 Dallas Mavericks – Brooklyn Nets – 113:105
11.01.26 Memphis Grizzlies – Brooklyn Nets – 103:98
09.01.26 Brooklyn Nets – Los Angeles Clippers – 105:121

Facts

  • A meeting between a mid-table team and the outsider will take place in this match (ranked 10 in the zone Promotion ~ NBA (Promotion ~ Play Offs: ) and 13).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Chicago won 2.
  • Recent performances by Chicago have been up and down (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Brooklyn is currently in poor form (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • Brooklyn may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, Chicago is a strong favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Chicago won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 12 matches, and goals 2236:2233. (average 111.8:111.7).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Chicago won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 1158:1088. (average 115.8:108.8).

    Latest Head To Head

    16.01.26 Brooklyn Nets – Chicago Bulls – 112:109
    03.12.25 Chicago Bulls – Brooklyn Nets – 103:113
    13.03.25 Chicago Bulls – Brooklyn Nets – 116:110
    02.12.24 Chicago Bulls – Brooklyn Nets – 128:102
    01.11.24 Brooklyn Nets – Chicago Bulls – 120:112

    Standings

    2025/26

    Western Conference

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Oklahoma City Thunder 42 35 7 5086:4524 0.833
    2 Denver Nuggets 41 28 13 5026:4807 0.683
    3 San Antonio Spurs 41 28 13 4823:4612 0.683
    4 Minnesota Timberwolves 42 27 15 5039:4807 0.643
    5 Houston Rockets 39 24 15 4565:4316 0.615
    6 Los Angeles Lakers 39 24 15 4543:4560 0.615
    7 Phoenix Suns 41 24 17 4698:4594 0.585
    8 Golden State Warriors 42 23 19 4862:4755 0.548
    9 Portland Trail Blazers 42 20 22 4866:4974 0.476
    10 Los Angeles Clippers 41 18 23 4611:4648 0.439
    11 Memphis Grizzlies 40 17 23 4593:4649 0.425
    12 Dallas Mavericks 43 17 26 4910:5033 0.395
    13 Utah Jazz 42 14 28 5013:5361 0.333
    14 Sacramento Kings 42 12 30 4646:5064 0.286
    15 New Orleans Pelicans 44 10 34 5061:5381 0.227

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Detroit Pistons 39 29 10 4586:4332 0.744
    2 Boston Celtics 40 25 15 4667:4409 0.625
    3 New York Knicks 41 25 16 4873:4720 0.610
    4 Toronto Raptors 43 25 18 4900:4828 0.581
    5 Orlando Magic 41 23 18 4767:4711 0.561
    6 Cleveland Cavaliers 43 24 19 5160:5048 0.558
    7 Philadelphia 76ers 40 22 18 4672:4626 0.550
    8 Miami Heat 41 21 20 4896:4831 0.512
    9 Atlanta Hawks 43 20 23 5070:5111 0.465
    10 Chicago Bulls 41 19 22 4808:4949 0.463
    11 Milwaukee Bucks 41 17 24 4609:4746 0.415
    12 Charlotte Hornets 41 15 26 4780:4783 0.366
    13 Brooklyn Nets 39 12 27 4248:4437 0.308
    14 Washington Wizards 40 10 30 4506:4959 0.250
    15 Indiana Pacers 42 10 32 4661:4970 0.238

    NBA Outrights

    1. Oklahoma City Thunder: 2.15 (40.45%)

    2. Denver Nuggets: 8 (10.87%)

    3. San Antonio Spurs: 13 (6.69%)

    4. New York Knicks: 13 (6.69%)

    5. Houston Rockets: 13.5 (6.44%)

    6. Detroit Pistons: 18 (4.83%)

    7. Boston Celtics: 21 (4.14%)

    8. Cleveland Cavaliers: 26 (3.34%)

    9. Los Angeles Lakers: 28.5 (3.05%)

    10. Minnesota Timberwolves: 31 (2.81%)

    11. Golden State Warriors: 38.5 (2.26%)

    12. Orlando Magic: 46 (1.89%)

    13. Philadelphia 76ers: 56 (1.55%)

    14. Miami Heat: 81 (1.07%)

    15. Los Angeles Clippers: 101 (0.86%)

    16. Atlanta Hawks: 101 (0.86%)

    17. Toronto Raptors: 151 (0.58%)

    18. Milwaukee Bucks: 201 (0.43%)

    19. Phoenix Suns: 301 (0.29%)

    20. Dallas Mavericks: 626 (0.14%)

    21. Chicago Bulls: 751 (0.12%)

    22. Portland Trail Blazers: 1001 (0.09%)

    23. Charlotte Hornets: 1001 (0.09%)

    24. Washington Wizards: 1251 (0.07%)

    25. Brooklyn Nets: 1251 (0.07%)

    26. Utah Jazz: 1251 (0.07%)

    27. Memphis Grizzlies: 1251 (0.07%)

    28. New Orleans Pelicans: 1251 (0.07%)

    29. Indiana Pacers: 1501 (0.06%)

    30. Sacramento Kings: 1501 (0.06%)

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