[Game Recap]

Boston Celtics at Chicago Bulls

Jan 24, 2026

Chicago Bulls Take Down Boston Celtics 114-111 in a Tight Contest

Game Summary

The Chicago Bulls secured a narrow victory over the Boston Celtics, winning 114-111. The Bulls showcased an impressive shooting performance, particularly from beyond the arc, hitting 21 three-pointers at a 46.7% clip, significantly outperforming the Celtics' perimeter defense. Meanwhile, the Celtics struggled to match their typical scoring output, falling short of their season average in points despite a solid effort on defense with 10 steals.

Top Performers

Leading the way for the Bulls was their top scorer, who contributed to their offensive success with a standout performance. The Bulls’ balanced scoring was crucial, with several players stepping up to support the effort. On the Celtics’ side, despite the loss, their key scorer fought hard to keep the game competitive, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Bulls' strong shooting.

Odds Recap

Listed as 3.5-point underdogs, the Chicago Bulls stunned the Celtics with their victory, winning by a margin of three points. The final result fell just short of the pre-game total of 232.5, indicating that the game went under.

Prediction Recap

The model predicted a Boston Celtics win and missed the mark, as the actual outcome favored the Chicago Bulls. It did, however, correctly forecast the game would go under the total points.

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