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Despite Derrick Rose being out for the remainder of the Playoffs with an injured knee, the 76ers-Bulls spread still featured Chicago as a pretty big -6.5 favorite. 70 percent of those betting the spread were still backing Chicago at Bookmaker.eu.
The Bulls, and many experts, believe they have what it takes to overcome the loss of their superstar to go all the way and win a championship.
"I've watched them respond to every challenge all year long," coach Tom Thibodeau said. "This is the next one."
Indeed, the Bulls have already been tested with Rose out for significant periods of time earlier in the season. They still managed to come away with the league’s best record. Needless-to-say, the oddsmakers have hardly flinched with the prospect of Rose being absent.
Chicago easily beat Philadelphia in their last game by a final score of 103-91. They have won the last three games in this series.
The 76ers are 2-9 Against The Spread in their last 11 road games vs. a team with a home winning % of greater than .600.
The 76ers are 2-10 ATS in their last 12 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600.
The 76ers are 4-10 ATS in their last 14 road games vs. a team with a winning home record.
Philadelphia is 2-7 ATS in their last 9 games following a S.U. loss.
Philadelphia is 5-11 ATS in their last 16 when their opponent scores 100 points or more in their previous game.
The Bulls are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games as a favorite.
The Bulls are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games vs. a team with a winning S.U. record.
- Tyrone Black, Gambling911.com
