NBA MLK Day Showdown: Clippers Vs. Bulls Predictions, Odds, And Expert Picks
The NBA MLK Day Showdown is an annual event that takes place on the third Monday of January to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This year's showdown will feature a matchup between the Los Angeles Clippers and the Chicago Bulls. Both teams are coming off of impressive wins in their previous games, so this is sure to be a close and exciting contest.
Clippers Vs. Bulls Odds
The Clippers are favored to win this game, but the Bulls are no pushovers. The Clippers are currently the fourth seed in the Western Conference, while the Bulls are the fifth seed in the Eastern Conference. Both teams have a lot of talent, so this game could go either way.
According to FanDuel Sportsbook, the Clippers are a 4.5-point favorite. The over/under for the game is 228.5 points.
Clippers Vs. Bulls Predictions
The Clippers have a lot of firepower on offense, led by Kawhi Leonard and Paul George. Leonard is averaging 24.7 points per game this season, while George is averaging 23.5 points per game. The Clippers also have a strong supporting cast, including Marcus Morris Sr., Reggie Jackson, and Ivica Zubac.
The Bulls are led by DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine. DeRozan is averaging 26.9 points per game this season, while LaVine is averaging 24.7 points per game. The Bulls also have a strong supporting cast, including Lonzo Ball, Alex Caruso, and Nikola Vucevic.
This game is likely to be a close and exciting contest. The Clippers have the edge in terms of star power, but the Bulls are a well-rounded team with a lot of talent. I would not be surprised if either team won this game.
Expert Picks
The experts are split on who will win this game. Here are some of their predictions:
- ESPN's Stephen A. Smith: Clippers
- CBS Sports' John Breech: Bulls
- Bleacher Report's Andy Bailey: Clippers
- The Sporting News' Kyle Boone: Bulls
Conclusion
The Clippers and Bulls are two of the most exciting teams in the NBA. This MLK Day Showdown is sure to be a close and exciting contest. I would not be surprised if either team won this game. But, I am going to go with the Clippers to win by a narrow margin.
