Bulls vs. Raptors Prediction, Odds and Props for Oct. 21: Toronto Opens With W

Written By Jason Green | Published at October 21, 2026

Bulls vs. Raptors prediction for Eastern Conference matchup. This is the opening game of the season for both teams. — Oct 13, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward RJ Barrett (9) and forward Kawhi Leonard (2) look for a rebound against the New York Knicks during the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

The Raptors' season gets underway tonight as Toronto hosts the Chicago Bulls in its first game.

In this season-opener Bulls vs. Raptors prediction, we break down the latest odds, key info, betting trends, injuries, and value prop bets.

2025-26 Recap

Bulls

The Bulls finished 31-51 last season and have many question marks heading into this season. While the team has solid young talent, they lost three of their four top scorers, including two from last season. Josh Giddy is the top returning scorer at 17 points per game. He also added 8.3 rebounds and 9.1 assists.

Chicago signed Norman Powell (21.7 ppg), and he was an All-Star last season with the Miami Heat. Matas Buzelis (16.3 ppg) is an emerging young player, and the Bulls are high on Caleb Wilson, the No. 4 pick in the last draft. The team's main issue is who will be THE man when it needs buckets? They don’t have an alpha dog to take over games, and while Powell averaged over 21 ppg last season, he hasn't been the go-to guy.

Raptors

The Raptors finished fifth in the Eastern Conference last season and lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers in a seven-game first-round series. The big news is the return of Kawhi Leonard, who led Toronto to its only title in 2019. At 35, he remains one of the league's best players and was All-NBA Second Team last season.

Leonard will be a veteran presence for a team with a trio of talented young players: RJ Barrett (19.3 ppg), Scottie Barnes (18.1 ppg), and Immanuel Quickley (16.4 ppg).

Bulls vs. Raptors Odds

Here are the odds for this Eastern Conference matchup at Betway Sportsbook.

Point Spread: Bulls +9.5 (-105) / Raptors -9.5 (-110)
Moneyline: Bulls (+325) / Raptors (-400)
Total (Over/Under): Over 236.5 (-110) / Under 236.5 (-110)

In this game, the Raptors are the big favourites, and to win the bet (cover the spread), they have to win by 10 or more points. For the Bulls to cover the spread, they have to win outright or lose by 9 points or less.

Check out our betting guides page for useful tips and explanations on various bets.

Chicago Bulls Betting Trends

Last season, the Bulls were 38-41-1 ATS.
Last season, they had an Over/Under record of 38-44.
Last season, they were 13-28 on the road.

Toronto Raptors Betting Trends

Last season, the Raptors were 47-42 ATS.
Last season, they had an Over/Under record of 38-51.
Last season, they were 24-17 at home.

The Raptors beat the Bulls in all three games last season, and covered the spread in each.

Top Canadian sportsbooks offer the latest odds and a solid range of betting markets for every NBA game.

Key Stats (From 2025-26)

Bulls

Points Per Game: 12th
Opponents’ Points Per Game: 29th

Raptors

Points Per Game: 21st
Opponents’ Points Per Game: 9th

Bulls vs. Raptors Prediction: Raptors -9.5

The Bulls struggled last season, and little is expected from this rebuilding team this season. They lack a top gun, while the Raptors have Leonard back. The Raptors’ defence will get it done in this game, and while they may not score big, their D will keep Chicago from keeping it close. Toronto will win and cover the spread, as they did in three games against the Bulls last season.

More Bulls vs. Raptors Picks, Props and Best Bets

Here are some solid prop bets from top Canadian sportsbooks that we think offer value.

Kawhi Leonard 25+ points: (-140, bet365) – Leonard will come out cooking in his first regular-season game back after averaging 27.9 ppg last season. The Klaw will face a Bulls team that ranked 29th in points allowed.
Josh Giddy 7+ rebounds: (-145, bet365) – Giddy led the Bulls, averaging 8.3 rebounds, and will get plenty of chances at the boards against a solid Toronto defence.
Scottie Barnes 7+ rebounds: (-155, bet365) – Barnes led the Raptors, averaging 7.5 boards last season and had at least seven in the last four playoff games last season.

Check out our prop betting guide for key info on that bet type.