Clippers vs Bulls Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

James Harden is playing some fine basketball at the moment, but the Bulls clamp down on opposing guards and limit assists. The Clippers vet will make an impact, but he just won't clear 8.5 dimes.

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Quinn Allen • Betting Analyst
Jan 20, 2026 • 11:54 ET • 4 min read

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The Chicago Bulls will welcome the red-hot Los Angeles Clippers to the United Center tonight, who have won six straight games. 

James Harden's playmaking is at a high level, but my Clippers vs Bulls predictions are eyeing Chicago’s defense to keep him in check. 

Read more in my NBA picks for Tuesday, January 20. 

Clippers vs Bulls prediction

Clippers vs Bulls best bet: James Harden Under 8.5 assists (+102)

Los Angeles Clippers veteran James Harden is showing shades of his old self this season, posting averages of 26.1 points, 8.1 assists, and 4.8 rebounds. While he has cashed the Over in dimes in three of his last four, the Chicago Bulls do a good job of containing opposing guards from facilitating the rock. 

Chicago is allowing fewer than eight assists per contest to point guards and shooting guards. Harden is also averaging just 7.3 dimes on the road, compared to 8.9 at home, and he’s finished Under 8.5 assists in two of his last three away appearances. 

The Beard always makes an impact as a passer, but Chicago will contain his ability to drop dimes here. 

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Clippers vs Bulls same-game parlay

Coby White is averaging 18.1 PPG as one of the Bulls’ go-to options. The former UNC standout has played worse at home, though, averaging 16.4 points compared to 20.1 on the road. 

White has cashed the Under in points in four of his previous five appearances at the United Center, and the Clippers are flourishing as a whole at the moment.

Los Angeles heads into this contest as a +140 underdog on the moneyline, which screams value. The Clips haven’t lost since January 7, and four of their six victories during this unbeaten run have been on the road. 

Clippers vs Bulls SGP

  • James Harden Under 8.5 assists
  • Coby White Under 18.5 points
  • Clippers moneyline

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Nikola Vucevic has cashed the Under in converted triples in four of his last five games

Clippers vs Bulls SGP

  • James Harden Under 8.5 assists
  • Coby White Under 18.5 points
  • Clippers moneyline
  • Nikola Vucevic Under 1.5 threes

Clippers vs Bulls odds

  • Spread: Clippers +140 | Bulls -165
  • Moneyline: Clippers +3.5 (-105) | Bulls -3.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under: Over 226 (-110) | Under 226 (-110)

Clippers vs Bulls betting trend to know

The Clippers have hit the 1H Moneyline in 26 of their last 40 games (+14.40 Units / 23% ROI). Find more NBA betting trends for Clippers vs. Bulls.

How to watch Clippers vs Bulls

Location United Center, Chicago, IL
Date Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Tip-off 8:00 p.m. ET
TV FDSN Southern California, CHSN

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After his career ended, Quinn received his broadcast journalism degree from BCIT and has since written for many sports publications including ClutchPoints, Gino Hard, and RG, where he plies his trade as a writer and editor.

Quinn's favorite team is Chelsea FC and he'd like to watch a match at Stamford Bridge one day. He loves to bet on NBA player props and encourages others to bet responsibly and not chase losses.

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