Chicago Bulls @ Los Angeles Lakers Picks and Predictions - March 12th 2026
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Chicago Bulls (27-39) go on the road to for a game at Crypto.com Arena, taking on Los Angeles Lakers (41-25) on Friday, March 13, 2026. The price has Lakers favoured by 11 and the total at 240.5. This kind of spread usually comes down to control, not just shot-making.
Lakers are 4-1 over their last five, while Bulls are 3-2, which adds a useful form layer to the betting read. The goal from here is simple: turn the market into a usable betting read by checking the spread, total, key matchup points, injuries, and props, and if you are still choosing where to bet, our NBA sportsbooks guide is a useful place to compare books before you bet.
Latest NBA odds for Chicago Bulls at Los Angeles Lakers
When the away team is defense-leaning, small samples still matter, and Chicago Bulls brings simple inputs: last-five over-under: 1-4-0 plus extra context in last-five ATS: 4-1-0. If you are comparing multiple markets, Bulls odds offers a simple entry point that updates near tip.
If you are prioritizing what travels to the matchup, Los Angeles Lakers gives a direct home baseline with last-five ATS: 4-1-0 and a game-specific tie-in from average margin: 40. When the market posts late, Lakers odds is the direct route to stay on the current numbers.
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11.5 -110 Chicago Bulls at Los Angeles Lakers Scheduling Spot Breakdown (Days Rest, Miles, Time Zones)
With the days-since line flat at 2 vs 2, the summary leans to the mileage rows. Prior-opponent strength is higher for Los Angeles Lakers (60.6 vs 49.2), hinting at a tougher spot and a higher standard for carryover.
On games in the last 7 days (3 vs 2), Los Angeles Lakers has the higher volume, which can show late if pace stays high. Chicago Bulls carries more since-last-game movement (345.5 vs 0), and the tax can surface in pace and shot legs late. Chicago Bulls leads the last-7 mileage line (5489.03 vs 0), and that rolling travel burden plays bigger when rest is shorter.
| Metric | Chicago Bulls | Los Angeles Lakers |
|---|---|---|
| Days since last game | 2 | 2 |
| Rest advantage vs opponent | 0 | 0 |
| Travel miles since last game | 345.5 | 0 |
| Games in last 7 days | 2 | 3 |
| Time zone changes | 0 | 0 |
| Miles travelled last 7 days | 5489.03 | 0 |
| Schedule strength | 45.6 | 55.8 |
| Remaining schedule strength | 51.9 | 49.4 |
| Previous opponent strength (win %) | 49.2 | 60.6 |
| Next opponent strength (win %) | 61.5 | 41.5 |
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ATS win% sits at 50% for Chicago Bulls and 60% for Los Angeles Lakers. Over % sits at 50% for Chicago Bulls and 50% for Los Angeles Lakers. If this becomes a two-possession game late, the spread side can matter more than the scoring lane.
| Metric | Chicago Bulls | Los Angeles Lakers |
|---|---|---|
| ATS W-L-P | 30-35-0 | 36-29-0 |
| ATS Win % | 50% | 60% |
| Home ATS Wins | 17 | 19 |
| Away ATS Wins | 13 | 17 |
| ATS as Favorite | 7-18-0 | 26-13-0 |
| ATS as Underdog | 23-17-0 | 10-16-0 |
| Over Wins | 30 | 33 |
| Under Wins | 35 | 32 |
| Over % | 50% | 50% |
Bulls at Lakers Head-to-Head History
The most recent meeting is a simple guide: Lakers claimed 141-132, with a 9 margin. The series table below ties that result to the larger head-to-head record.
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Last meeting score | 141-132 |
| Last meeting winner | Lakers |
| Last meeting margin | 9 |
| Side | Meetings | Wins | Losses | Average margin | Total points | ATS record | Over/Under record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Away | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3.8 | 257.8 | 0-1-0 | 1-0-0 |
| Home | 2 | 1 | 1 | -3.8 | 257.8 | 1-0-0 | 1-0-0 |
Bulls at Lakers Injury Context and Status Check
If there are availability questions for each team, coaches often shorten the leash by feel, and the fourth-quarter mix can be different from the opening unit. I trust the group with a firm pecking order, because the margin gets thin when replacement minutes stack up. For a broader postseason snapshot, see NBA Finals lines.
| Metric | Chicago Bulls | Los Angeles Lakers |
|---|---|---|
| Players Out | 3 | 1 |
| Players Questionable | 5 | 2 |
| Injured Minutes Per Game | 175.8 | 57 |
| Injured Points Per Game | 78.7 | 18.5 |
Season Profile Comparison: Chicago Bulls vs Los Angeles Lakers
This breakdown splits the season profile into four sections so the edges are easier to read. When the key stats in a category point the same way, that’s the cleaner lean; when they split, the game usually turns on which lever shows up more often.
Record & Scoring
Los Angeles Lakers owns the two drivers in this section: win% (64.7) and point margin (1.2). If Chicago Bulls wants to erase that profile, it often comes down to one big scoring swing—threes, free throws, or a burst of transition points.
| Metric | Chicago Bulls | Los Angeles Lakers |
|---|---|---|
| Record (W-L) | 27-39 | 41-25 |
| Win Percentage | 34.4 | 64.7 |
| Points For | 115.9 | 116.3 |
| Points Against | 120.2 | 115.1 |
| Points Margin | -4.4 | 1.2 |
Efficiency
The two drivers point opposite ways—Chicago Bulls on shooting efficiency (112), Los Angeles Lakers on field goal efficiency (57.1). If Chicago Bulls keeps finishing possessions with points, the split matters less; if not, the field-goal efficiency edge can control the middle quarters.
| Metric | Chicago Bulls | Los Angeles Lakers |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goal % | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Three-Point % | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Shooting Efficiency | 112 | 108.6 |
| Field Goal Efficiency | 55 | 57.1 |
| Free Throw Rate | 0.2 | 0.3 |
| Three-Point Rate | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Free Throw % | 0.8 | 0.8 |
Tempo, Ratings & Turnovers
Los Angeles Lakers leads on net rating (1.8) and turnovers (13.8), which is the cleanest read in this combined section. The counter for Chicago Bulls is forcing live-ball mistakes and turning them into early offense.
| Metric | Chicago Bulls | Los Angeles Lakers |
|---|---|---|
| Pace | 104.2 | 100.9 |
| Net Rating | -3.6 | 1.8 |
| Offensive Rating | 111 | 115.6 |
| Defensive Rating | 114.6 | 113.8 |
| Turnovers Per Game | 14.4 | 13.8 |
Rebounding, Ball Movement & Disruption
Offensive rebounds and steals don’t separate the teams much (0.2 vs 0.2, 7.4 vs 8.2), so the best edge is often effort consistency. If one side wins the 50/50 plays for a single quarter, it can flip the possession count enough to matter.
| Metric | Chicago Bulls | Los Angeles Lakers |
|---|---|---|
| Rebounds Per Game | 45 | 41 |
| Offensive Rebounds | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Defensive Rebounds | 0.8 | 0.7 |
| Assists Per Game | 28.9 | 25.6 |
| Assist Rate | 68.5 | 60.9 |
| Steals Per Game | 7.4 | 8.2 |
| Blocks Per Game | 5 | 4.2 |
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- Game script (pace): When Chicago Bulls manages to speed the tempo, Los Angeles Lakers needs to control the game and turn it into a half-court matchup. That first pace read often mirrors the total.
- Efficiency edge (side): The bigger sample points toward Los Angeles Lakers as long as the possession game stays safer and rebounds are secured. Those bonus looks can flip it. If the game tightens, Chicago Bulls rebounding is the cleanest route to bonus looks.
- Late filters (availability + market): Run the closing check on who is available, because small rotation shifts can alter who closes and how the final minutes look. If the market moves, treat it as a nudge to re-verify news rather than jamming a lean.
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