The Chicago Bulls will face off against the New Orleans Pelicans to kick off their NBA seasons. The game is set for Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at 8 p.m. ET at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Fans can catch the action on the Chicago Sport Network, with streaming available through the CBS Sports App and fuboTV, which offers a free trial but may have regional restrictions. Tickets for the game are priced at approximately $6.32.
This matchup is expected to highlight rebounding, as both teams had solid performances last season. The Bulls averaged just 11.7 turnovers per game, while the Pelicans weren’t far behind with an average of 12.4 turnovers.
Last season, Chicago finished with a 39-43 record, while New Orleans achieved a winning record at 49-33. The Bulls are looking to defy expectations, as experts anticipate challenges for them in this game. Against the spread, they concluded the previous season with a 40-39-1 record.
In their last encounter in February, the Bulls managed to defeat the Pelicans 114-106. Will Chicago secure another win, or will New Orleans reclaim the advantage?
According to current betting odds, New Orleans is favored by 6.5 points, having opened as 7-point favorites. The over/under for the game is set at 227.5 points.
In the last 10 meetings, both teams have recorded 5 wins each.