Prediction for Nets vs. Bulls: LaVine vs. Thomas, Nets Aim for Home Win Streak

On November 2, the NBA regular season continues with the Brooklyn Nets hosting the Chicago Bulls.

The Nets defeated the Grizzlies in their last game to avoid a losing streak, currently standing at 2-3 and ranked 10th in the Eastern Conference. The Nets average 118 points per game and allow 117.6 points per game. Over five games, the Nets have struggled with foul control, averaging 29.2 fouls per game. Additionally, their defensive pressure has been insufficient, allowing opponents to shoot 48.9% from the field and 37.9% from three-point range, which are concerning statistics for the Nets.

The Nets have five players averaging double-digit points, with Thomas leading the way at 27.4 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game. Schroder averages 24.6 points and 8.2 assists, while Johnson contributes 14.6 points and 4.2 rebounds. The other two players are Zaire Williams and Finney-Smith. Chinese player Cui Yongxi has not received much playing time, but Nets games still attract significant attention from Chinese fans. In their most recent game, the Nets won 119-106 against the Grizzlies on the road. Schroder was outstanding, shooting 78.6% from the field and scoring 33 points with 2 rebounds and 8 assists. Five players scored in double digits, with Williams contributing 17 points, 3 rebounds, and 4 steals, and Thomas scoring 19 points despite a poor shooting performance. The Nets’ overall strength helped them avoid a losing streak.

The Bulls have won two consecutive games against the Grizzlies and the Magic, temporarily placing them third in the Eastern Conference with a 3-2 record. The Bulls average 113.4 points per game but allow 116.2 points per game, indicating a poor defensive performance. However, they are very active in rebounding, averaging 51.6 rebounds per game, the best in the league. Their interior offense is poor, averaging only 38.8 points in the paint with a 34.2% shooting percentage. If they can improve their interior offense, the Bulls have potential.

Over five games, the Bulls also have five players averaging double-digit points, including LaVine (23 points, 6.4 rebounds, 2.8 assists), Vucevic (20.2 points, 11 rebounds, 3.4 assists), Coby White (19 points), Giddey (15.4 points, 8.4 rebounds, 5.8 assists), and Jalen Smith (11.5 points, 5.8 rebounds). In their last game, the Bulls narrowly beat the Magic 102-99, with six players scoring in double digits. Coby White led the team with 21 points, 2 rebounds, and 3 assists, while Giddey contributed 20 points, 11 rebounds, and 5 assists, being the most outstanding player. LaVine had a poor shooting night, hitting less than 25% of his shots, but still recorded a double-double with 11 points, 10 rebounds, and 3 assists.

In their last five meetings, the Nets have a 4-1 advantage over the Bulls. It is reported that for tomorrow’s game, the Bulls will be without Ball due to injury, and Jalen Smith and LaVine are questionable. For the Nets, Sharp is out, and Bogdanovic, Watford, and Claxton are questionable. Whether the Nets can extend their home dominance and secure a win streak remains to be seen.

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