The surging Chicago Bulls bring their four-game winning streak to Houston's Toyota Center, where they'll face an equally scorching Rockets squad that's won their last four straight while battling for crucial playoff positioning.
Chicago's explosive offense, led by Coby White's recent 31-point outburst, will be put to the test against Houston's lockdown defense that ranks fourth in points allowed and second in defensive efficiency.
With the Rockets dominating the boards as the NBA's top rebounding team and the Bulls struggling on defense (ranked 29th in points allowed), this home team versus away team matchup has all the makings of a fascinating contrast in styles.
Houston Rockets vs. Chicago Bulls prediction: who will win?
For tonight's Houston Rockets vs Chicago Bulls matchup, our predictive model gives the Rockets a 65% chance of defeating the Bulls.
Pre-game probabilities
Houston Rockets
Moneyline
Win %
65%
35%
Chicago Bulls
Houston Rockets: 65% win probability
- Elite defensive efficiency (7280 points against, 4th best in Western Conference)
- Red-hot momentum (Perfect WWWWW recent form streak)
- Strong overall record (42-25, 4th in Western Conference)
Chicago Bulls: 35% win probability
- Poor defensive record (7930 points against, 3rd worst in Eastern Conference)
- Struggling road performance (28-38 overall record)
- Inconsistent scoring output (7697 points scored vs 7930 allowed, negative differential)
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Houston Rockets vs. Chicago Bulls preview
The red-hot Chicago Bulls roll into Houston's Toyota Center riding an impressive four-game win streak, though they'll face their toughest test yet against an equally scorching Rockets squad.
While Chicago's offense has found its groove behind Coby White's recent explosion - including a stellar 31-point performance against Brooklyn - they'll need to shore up that 29th-ranked defense against a Rockets team that's been suffocating opponents.
Houston's defensive prowess has been the story of their season, ranking 4th in points allowed and 2nd in defensive efficiency, while absolutely dominating the glass as the NBA's top rebounding team.
The matchup to watch will be in the backcourt, where Chicago's White faces off against the dynamic Jalen Green, who's been on a tear with 29 points in his last outing.
Both teams are dealing with key absences - the Bulls missing Josh Giddey and Ayo Dosunmu, while the Rockets won't have rookie sensation Amen Thompson available.
The contrast in styles should make for compelling basketball - Chicago's high-scoring offense (9th in the league) against Houston's lockdown defense, with both teams fighting for crucial playoff positioning.
The Rockets have turned their home court into a fortress lately, winning seven straight against sub-.500 teams, while the Bulls have struggled on the road following home victories.
With Houston's defensive intensity and home-court advantage, they'll look to cool off Chicago's hot streak in what promises to be a physical battle under the Texas lights.
Houston Rockets vs. Chicago Bulls form
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