NBA 2018-19: Predicted Starting Lineups and Match Prediction - Boston Celtics vs Chicago Bulls
Boston Celtics (37-22) vs Chicago Bulls (15-44), United Center
The Chicago Bulls will host the Boston Celtics tonight at the United Center in Chicago.
The Celtics are coming off a narrow loss against the Milwaukee Bucks, whereas the Bulls beat the Orlando Magic Yesterday.
Let us see how things stand for both teams tonight.
The Boston Celtics' perspective
The Boston Celtics have been in good shape lately with just four losses in their last 16 games. However, they lost their last game against the Bucks by just 1 point.
Kyrie Irving led from the front with 22 points and dished out five assists. With him, Al Horford grabbed 17 rebounds and contributed 21 points on the night.
It was an altogether great effort from the Celtics' side, but they were unable to stop the Greek Freek in the final quarter where he scored 12 points.
Predicted lineup: Jayson Tatum, Marcus Morris Sr., Al Horford, Kyrie Irving and Marcus Smart.
The Chicago Bulls' perspective
The Bulls have just won 15 games and have been inconsistent throughout this season. However, they beat the Orlando Magic yesterday after the All-Star break.
Lauri Markkanen led from the front, scoring 25 points and grabbing 11 rebounds. Zach Lavine and Robin Lopez supported him well by chipping in with 22 and 18 points respectively.
The win meant a lot for the Bulls' team as they have now won 9 games on the road. Tonight they will be at home looking to upset the Celtics.
Predicted lineup: Lauri Markkanen, Otto Porter Jr., Robin Lopez, Zach Lavine and Kris Dunn.
How things might unfold
It was a welcome victory for the Bulls' squad in the last game. However, tonight the test will be against the high-quality Boston Celtics side.
The Celtics will be very disappointed with the way they lost their last game and will be itching to bounce back tonight.
Prediction: Boston Celtics to beat Chicago Bulls