Pelicans vs Chicago Bulls Prediction 25 November 2025
🔊 Can the Bulls elevate their game to a higher level? In this NBA regular-season clash, New Orleans will host Chicago. The visitors are showcasing an impressive offensive game, which could pose a significant challenge for the Pelicans. The hosts are struggling across all facets of play.
Head-to-Head
📊 Statistical analysis of previous official games between the New Orleans Pelicans and the Chicago Bulls:
- They have faced off in 37 games;
- Wins (including overtime): 16 for the current home team and 21 for the visitors;
- The home team averages 105.16 points per game, while the visitors average 107.35;
- The average total score per game is 212.51.
The last encounter took place on 15 January 2025 at the Chicago Bulls' arena and ended with a score of 113-119.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
New Orleans Pelicans Team Overview
The current situation for the Pelicans is frankly disappointing. They recently faced Atlanta and suffered a 98-115 defeat. Before that, they fell to a struggling Dallas side, losing 115-118. Looking at the key metrics, it's clear they're in a deep crisis: among the worst in points allowed and scored. Their point differential is dreadful, compounded by significant personnel issues-none of their leaders are on the court.
As a relatively young team, New Orleans is unlikely to find any semblance of defensive consistency. Many players simply aren't prepared to withstand Chicago's formidable offense. They lack tactical, physical, and emotional resources. Yes, occasionally someone might play tight and often hard defense, but even at home, it won't lead to anything substantial. The opponent lacks a standout leader, so any double-teaming will be punished.
Match Results: New Orleans Pelicans
Chicago Bulls Team Overview
Chicago's current form deserves more positive recognition. The team has secured victories in 3 of their last 5 games. They recently edged out Washington with a tight 121-120 win. Although they suffered a defeat to Miami (107-143), they also notched a win against Denver with a 130-127 scoreline. It's clear they're committed to an offensive style of basketball. By many metrics, they're among the top teams in terms of offense and pace. However, their defense remains a concern.
The team faces no major difficulties. Their offensive setup is diverse and, as statistics show, effective, particularly in executing long-range shots (37.8%). Giddey is gradually emerging as a top-tier playmaker. Vucevic excels on the perimeter, creating space for Chicago's more athletic players to drive to the basket. They seem to have a solution for every situation.
Match Results: Chicago Bulls
Prediction for the 1st quarter
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 37;
- First quarter wins at home for the hosts - 8; for the visitors on the road - 9;
- Average total points in the first quarter: 51.59;
- Today's home team averages 25.22, while the visitors average 26.38.
First Quarter Stats: New Orleans Pelicans (home) vs Chicago Bulls (away)
- Tournament matches played: 12 vs 10;
- Number of wins: 6 (50%) vs 2 (20%);
- Number of losses: 6 (50%) vs 7 (70%);
- Number of draws: 0 (0%) vs 1 (10%).
- Average points scored: 28.42 vs 27.6;
- Average points conceded: 30.83 vs 31.8.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 4 vs 2;
- Number of losses: 6 vs 7;
- Number of draws: 0 vs 1;
- Average first quarter total: 57 (scored - 26.4, conceded - 30.6) vs 62.9 (scored - 29.3, conceded - 33.6).
- New Orleans Pelicans scored under 29.5 points in the 1st quarter in 16 of last 18 home games against Chicago Bulls (NBA).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- Number of encounters - 37;
- Home team wins - 16, away team wins - 21.
- New Orleans Pelicans won with a +8.5 points handicap in last 10 home games against Chicago Bulls (NBA).
- New Orleans Pelicans won with a +8.5 points handicap in last 7 games against Chicago Bulls (NBA).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H:
- average total points per match for the home team - 105.16, for the away team - 107.35;
- average total points in H2H matches - 212.51.
Statistics: New Orleans Pelicans vs Chicago Bulls
- average total in the tournament: 230.9 vs 242.95;
- average total points scored: 111.14 vs 120.62;
- average total points conceded: 119.76 vs 122.33;
- average total points scored in the 1st half: 56.24 vs 59.86;
- average total points scored in the 2nd half: 54.48 vs 59.81;
- New Orleans Pelicans: average total points scored at home in the tournament - 111.33;
- Chicago Bulls: average total points scored away in the tournament - 120.5;
- last 10 matches (average total points scored): 108.5 (home - 108.67) vs 120.2 (away - 124).
- Under 242.5 points scored in last 8 New Orleans Pelicans games against Chicago Bulls (NBA).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
It's quite surprising that bookmakers don't see a clear favorite in this matchup. The Pelicans will be missing three of their star players. Additionally, several key starters are also questionable. As a result, New Orleans will rely on a very young, inexperienced, and untested lineup. It's clear that the home-court advantage won't offset these issues. Chicago have big ambitions. A recent dip in their performance should be addressed in this upcoming clash, and the team is well aware of it. So, besides their strong offense, their defense should step up situationally. For our editorial team, the favorite is clear - it's the Bulls. We're placing a bet on Chicago with a spread of -2.
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