Mavericks vs. Bulls Picks and Prediction – 3/29/2025

Dallas Mavericks (36-38) vs. Chicago Bulls (33-40)
Time: 8:00 PM ET
Location: United Center, Chicago, IL
TV: NBA League Pass

Previous Games:

• Mavericks: Coming off a 101-92 win vs. Orlando

• Bulls: Won 119-117 vs. Los Angeles

Head-to-Head:

The Bulls have dominated recent matchups, covering the spread in 7 of their last 10 games against the Mavericks. With Chicago riding a four-game win streak, they enter this game as slight favorites at home.

Dallas Mavericks Breakdown:

Dallas has been inconsistent, going 4-6 in their last 10 games while struggling on defense. They allow 121.6 PPG over that span, which is a major concern against a Bulls team that plays at a fast pace. However, the Mavericks have covered the spread in 4 of their last 5 games, showing improvement.

Key Players:

• Naji Marshall: 21.9 PPG, 6.5 RPG

• Spencer Dinwiddie: 6.3 APG

• Klay Thompson: 2.0 3PM (32.3%)

Chicago Bulls Breakdown:

The Bulls have been red-hot, winning 8 of their last 10 games and covering the spread in 10 of their last 11. They’ve been efficient offensively, averaging 121.9 PPG over their last 10 games, and they’ve been solid on the glass, grabbing 45.2 RPG.

Key Players:

• Coby White: 28.8 PPG, 36.6% 3PT

• Nikola Vucevic: 7.9 RPG

• Josh Giddey: 6.0 APG

Betting Trends:

Dallas Mavericks:

• 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games

• Total has gone OVER in 9 of their last 10 games

• 4-10 SU in their last 14 games

Chicago Bulls:

• 10-1 ATS in their last 11 games

• Total has gone OVER in 4 of their last 5 games

• 5-1 SU in their last 6 games

Exact Score Prediction:

Chicago Bulls 124 – Dallas Mavericks 117

Our Best Bet:

Chicago Bulls -2.5 (-110)

Chicago is in better form, and their offensive efficiency should overpower a struggling Dallas defense. The Bulls have been covering spreads consistently, making them the stronger pick at home.