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On January 26, 2026, the Chicago Bulls will host the Los Angeles Lakers in what promises to be a high-stakes NBA matchup at the United Center. Both teams enter this game with commendable recent form; the Bulls have secured victory in 4 of their last 5 matches, showcasing a resilient defense paired with an efficient offensive strategy. Their recent success suggests a well-coordinated squad capable of executing key plays under pressure.
Conversely, the Lakers have won 3 of their last 5 games, displaying their strengths in fast-paced transitions and effective perimeter shooting. Despite their solid performances, they will face a significant challenge on the road against a Bulls team that has harnessed home-court advantage effectively.
Bookmakers assess the matchup closely, with odds placing Chicago slightly favored at 2.01 against the Lakers at 1.8. Our probability model reflects a tight contest, giving the Bulls a 50.1% chance of winning, while the Lakers trail closely at 49.9%.
Ultimately, both teams possess tactical strengths that could sway the outcome in their favor, making this a game to watch with potential for thrilling momentum shifts.
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| Chicago 47.5% |
LA Lakers 52.5% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 117:119
Outrights of NBA Los Angeles Lakers: 2.5% Chicago Bulls: 0.18%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.02 | 1.86 | |||
| 1.98 | 1.82 | |||
| 2.11 | 1.83 | |||
| 1.95 | 1.85 | |||
| 2.05 | 1.84 | |||
| 2 | 1.83 |
Latest Results
| 24.01.26 Chicago Bulls – Boston Celtics – 114:111 22.01.26 Minnesota Timberwolves – Chicago Bulls – 115:120 20.01.26 Chicago Bulls – Los Angeles Clippers – 138:110 18.01.26 Chicago Bulls – Brooklyn Nets – 124:102 16.01.26 Brooklyn Nets – Chicago Bulls – 112:109 |
24.01.26 Dallas Mavericks – Los Angeles Lakers – 110:116 22.01.26 Los Angeles Clippers – Los Angeles Lakers – 112:104 20.01.26 Denver Nuggets – Los Angeles Lakers – 107:115 18.01.26 Los Angeles Lakers – Toronto Raptors – 110:93 17.01.26 Portland Trail Blazers – Los Angeles Lakers – 132:116 |
Facts
(Toe Injury)
Essengue N.
(Shoulder Injury)
Jones T.
(Muscle Injury)
(Calf Injury)
Thiero A.
(Knee Injury)
Latest Head To Head
| 27.03.25 Chicago Bulls – Los Angeles Lakers – 119:117 22.03.25 Los Angeles Lakers – Chicago Bulls – 115:146 20.07.24 Los Angeles Lakers – Chicago Bulls – 107:81 25.01.24 Los Angeles Lakers – Chicago Bulls – 141:132 20.12.23 Chicago Bulls – Los Angeles Lakers – 124:108 |
Standings
2025/26
Western Conference
| Pl | W | L | PCT | |||
| 1 | Oklahoma City Thunder | 47 | 37 | 10 | 5679:5072 | 0.787 |
| 2 | San Antonio Spurs | 46 | 31 | 15 | 5399:5169 | 0.674 |
| 3 | Denver Nuggets | 46 | 31 | 15 | 5550:5344 | 0.674 |
| 4 | Houston Rockets | 43 | 27 | 16 | 5028:4764 | 0.628 |
| 5 | Los Angeles Lakers | 44 | 27 | 17 | 5104:5114 | 0.614 |
| 6 | Minnesota Timberwolves | 46 | 27 | 19 | 5484:5291 | 0.587 |
| 7 | Phoenix Suns | 46 | 27 | 19 | 5251:5141 | 0.587 |
| 8 | Golden State Warriors | 47 | 26 | 21 | 5486:5336 | 0.553 |
| 9 | Portland Trail Blazers | 46 | 23 | 23 | 5340:5420 | 0.500 |
| 10 | Los Angeles Clippers | 45 | 21 | 24 | 5069:5085 | 0.467 |
| 11 | Memphis Grizzlies | 43 | 18 | 25 | 4968:5015 | 0.419 |
| 12 | Dallas Mavericks | 46 | 19 | 27 | 5257:5361 | 0.413 |
| 13 | Utah Jazz | 46 | 15 | 31 | 5475:5879 | 0.326 |
| 14 | Sacramento Kings | 47 | 12 | 35 | 5216:5695 | 0.255 |
| 15 | New Orleans Pelicans | 48 | 12 | 36 | 5512:5834 | 0.250 |
Eastern Conference
| Pl | W | L | PCT | |||
| 1 | Detroit Pistons | 44 | 33 | 11 | 5166:4844 | 0.750 |
| 2 | Boston Celtics | 45 | 28 | 17 | 5262:4963 | 0.622 |
| 3 | Toronto Raptors | 48 | 29 | 19 | 5473:5373 | 0.604 |
| 4 | New York Knicks | 45 | 27 | 18 | 5301:5115 | 0.600 |
| 5 | Cleveland Cavaliers | 47 | 27 | 20 | 5600:5494 | 0.574 |
| 6 | Philadelphia 76ers | 44 | 24 | 20 | 5132:5080 | 0.545 |
| 7 | Miami Heat | 47 | 25 | 22 | 5628:5548 | 0.532 |
| 8 | Orlando Magic | 44 | 23 | 21 | 5078:5080 | 0.523 |
| 9 | Chicago Bulls | 45 | 23 | 22 | 5304:5387 | 0.511 |
| 10 | Atlanta Hawks | 47 | 22 | 25 | 5520:5580 | 0.468 |
| 11 | Milwaukee Bucks | 44 | 18 | 26 | 4923:5080 | 0.409 |
| 12 | Charlotte Hornets | 46 | 18 | 28 | 5336:5312 | 0.391 |
| 13 | Brooklyn Nets | 44 | 12 | 32 | 4748:5063 | 0.273 |
| 14 | Indiana Pacers | 46 | 11 | 35 | 5064:5437 | 0.239 |
| 15 | Washington Wizards | 44 | 10 | 34 | 4939:5416 | 0.227 |
NBA Outrights
1. Oklahoma City Thunder: 2.25 (39.94%)
2. Denver Nuggets: 7 (12.84%)
3. San Antonio Spurs: 12 (7.49%)
4. Boston Celtics: 15 (5.99%)
5. New York Knicks: 17 (5.29%)
6. Detroit Pistons: 17 (5.29%)
7. Houston Rockets: 19 (4.73%)
8. Minnesota Timberwolves: 26 (3.46%)
9. Cleveland Cavaliers: 31 (2.9%)
10. Los Angeles Lakers: 36 (2.5%)
11. Orlando Magic: 51 (1.76%)
12. Philadelphia 76ers: 51 (1.76%)
13. Los Angeles Clippers: 81 (1.11%)
14. Miami Heat: 81 (1.11%)
15. Phoenix Suns: 126 (0.71%)
16. Golden State Warriors: 126 (0.71%)
17. Toronto Raptors: 201 (0.45%)
18. Atlanta Hawks: 201 (0.45%)
19. Milwaukee Bucks: 201 (0.45%)
20. Chicago Bulls: 501 (0.18%)
21. Portland Trail Blazers: 1001 (0.09%)
22. Washington Wizards: 1001 (0.09%)
23. Brooklyn Nets: 1001 (0.09%)
24. Charlotte Hornets: 1001 (0.09%)
25. Utah Jazz: 1001 (0.09%)
26. Dallas Mavericks: 1001 (0.09%)
27. Memphis Grizzlies: 1001 (0.09%)
28. Indiana Pacers: 1001 (0.09%)
29. Sacramento Kings: 1001 (0.09%)
30. New Orleans Pelicans: 1001 (0.09%)
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