The Chicago Bulls travel to face the Orlando Magic Saturday night, with tipoff set for 7:00 p.m. ET at the Kia Center. We’re riding a 2-game winning streak but enter as significant underdogs against a Magic team that’s been one of the East’s most improved squads.
Game Information
Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025
Tipoff: 7:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. CT
Location: Kia Center, Orlando
League: NBA
Betting Lines and Odds
Moneyline:
- Bulls: +199 (heavy underdogs)
- Magic: -232 (heavy favorites)
Spread:
- Bulls: +6 (-106)
- Magic: -6 (-108)
Total: 233 points (Over -106 / Under -110)
Bulls Playing Their Best Basketball
Chicago enters this matchup with a 7-3 record in the last 10 games, riding a 2-game winning streak. Even better for bettors, we’re 7-3 against the spread with another 2-game ATS winning streak active.
Bulls games have split on totals (5 overs, 5 unders) in the last 10, with our most recent game going under. This suggests we’ve been more unpredictable from a scoring perspective lately.
Magic Coming Off a Loss
Orlando sits at 6-4 in their last 10 games but enters on a 1-game losing streak. More concerning for Magic backers, they’re 5-4-1 ATS with a 2-game ATS losing streak – meaning they’re not just losing, they’re failing to cover spreads.
Magic games have been high-scoring affairs, going over 8 times and under just twice in their last 10. Their most recent game went under, potentially signaling defensive adjustments.
Why the Bulls Can Cover (or Win Outright)
Six points feels like a lot given our recent form versus Orlando’s. Here’s why this line creates value:
Bulls’ Momentum
Our 7-3 straight up and ATS record shows we’ve been exceeding expectations. That 2-game winning streak in both categories suggests we’re peaking at the right time.
Magic’s Recent Struggles
Orlando’s 2-game ATS losing streak combined with their outright loss shows vulnerability. They’re not the dominant force the betting line suggests.
Covering Spreads as Underdogs
Our 7-3 ATS record proves we show up even when not favored. Getting 6 points as road underdogs playing our best basketball creates real value.
Orlando’s Home Court Edge
The Magic do have legitimate advantages:
- Playing at home where they’re typically strong
- Paolo Banchero’s continued development
- Franz Wagner’s all-around game
- Defensive improvements (recent under)
However, their 6-4 record and 1-game losing streak suggest they’re beatable.
Betting Analysis
The Spread
Bulls +6 is the play. Our 7-3 ATS record shows we’re competitive even as underdogs. Orlando’s 2-game ATS losing streak suggests the market is overvaluing them right now.
The Moneyline
Bulls +199 offers intriguing value for believers in the upset. Orlando’s recent loss and our 2-game win streak create the perfect storm for a road victory.
The Total
233 points aligns with Orlando’s tendency to play overs (8 of 10), though both teams’ most recent games went under. This creates uncertainty, but the over feels slightly more likely given Orlando’s pace.
Bulls’ Path to Covering or Winning
For us to cover the 6-point spread (or pull the upset), we need:
- Fast start – Can’t dig an early hole on the road
- Contain Banchero and Wagner – Make role players beat us
- Win the turnover battle – Can’t give Orlando easy transition buckets
- Efficient shooting – Need to make our shots count
Bulls Fan Perspective
This feels like a game where we can surprise people. Yes, we’re on the road against a quality opponent, but our 7-3 record shows we’re playing some of our best basketball of the season.
Orlando just lost, they’re on a 2-game ATS losing streak, and we’re riding high with back-to-back wins. The market is fading us because of the road environment, but our recent form suggests we’re undervalued at +6.
The Magic are good, but they’re not 6-points-at-home better than us right now. We’ve proven we can compete with anyone when clicking, and momentum matters in the NBA.
Game Prediction
Projected Score: Bulls 118, Magic 116
I’m calling for the road upset. Our 2-game winning streak extends to three as Orlando’s home struggles continue. The 6-point spread feels disrespectful given our recent form.
Best Bets:
- Bulls +6 (most confident play) – Should keep this close
- Bulls ML +199 (value play) – Upset special with our momentum
- Over 233 (lean) – Orlando’s tendency toward overs
For Bulls fans, this represents a statement game opportunity. Beat a playoff-caliber team on the road and prove we’re not just a feel-good story – we’re a legitimate threat in the Eastern Conference.
Saturday night in Orlando – let’s shock some people.
See Red! Let´s go Bulls!!