Lakers vs Bulls Prediction — AI Finds CAN'T MISS NBA Lines & Props (Jan 26)
Updated: 2026-01-24T03:31:50.923562ZBy Remi at Leans.AI — AI picks for ATS, ML, OU & props
The Los Angeles Lakers travel to Chicago to face the Bulls on Monday, January 26, 2026 at the United Center in a key Western vs. Eastern Conference showdown featuring two teams with contrasting recent form and playoff aspirations. The Lakers come in as the slight favorite off a mixed stretch of results, while the Bulls aim to defend home court behind a balanced scoring attack and strong perimeter play.
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GAME INFO
Date: Jan 26, 2026
Start Time: 9:00 PM EST
Venue: United Center
Bulls Record: (23-22)
Lakers Record: (27-17)
OPENING ODDS
LAL Moneyline: -105
CHI Moneyline: -105
LAL Spread: -1.5
CHI Spread: +1.5
Over/Under: 237.5
LAL
Betting Trends
- The Lakers have gone 4–6 against the spread in their last 10 games, showing some inconsistency as they’ve alternated covers and failures to cover recently.
CHI
Betting Trends
- Chicago has been better against the spread this season, sitting around 23–19–1 ATS overall and performing slightly better at home compared to the road, and have been 6–4 ATS over their last 10 games.
MATCHUP TRENDS
- The total for this matchup is around 236.5 points, with Lakers games trending over the total more frequently at home than on the road, while Bulls games at home have finished OVER the total less than half the time, creating a split public expectation on scoring.
LAL vs. CHI
Best Prop Bet
- Remi's searched hard and found the best prop for this matchup: L. Doncic under 51.5 PTS+REB+AST.
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Los Angeles vs Chicago Prediction & Odds:
Free NBA Betting Insights for 1/26/26
The upcoming Lakers–Bulls game on January 26, 2026 sets up as a compelling non-conference battle that could highlight both teams’ strengths and weaknesses across offense and defense. The Lakers enter with a 27–17 record and have shown flashes of dominant play, notably in comeback wins and strong second halves, but they’ve also stumbled at key moments, such as their recent loss to the Clippers which dropped their record in January to 3–6 over a tough stretch. Los Angeles’ offense normally operates through a mix of pick-and-roll creation and spacing around Luka Dončić and LeBron James, and their ability to generate shots at the rim and from deep makes them dangerous in shootouts. Defensively, though, they can be susceptible to high-pace offenses when rotations lapse, which could be a factor against Chicago’s multi-man scoring distribution. The Bulls, meanwhile, enter with an 18–21 record but have been competitive and more consistent ATS recently, riding balanced scoring from Josh Giddey, Nikola Vucevic, and Coby White. Chicago’s offense is efficient, ranking in the upper half of the league in points scored, and their home environment has helped them stay competitive even against stronger foes.
Defensively, however, they’ve struggled to contain elite perimeter scorers and have allowed opponents to score at will at times, making any defensive adjustment crucial in this contest. The historical head-to-head between these teams reveals tight games, including a buzzer-beater win by the Bulls last season and high scoring matchups that have gone over expected totals. With the total set near 236.5, bettors face differing signals: Lakers games trending toward overs at home and Bulls games splitting results under that mark. Turnovers, rebounding advantages, and which team controls the pace early may dictate how this game unfolds. If the Lakers can slow Chicago’s ball movement and force contested perimeter shots, they’ll have a shot at controlling tempo. Conversely, if the Bulls hit early triples and make life difficult for Los Angeles inside, they could keep this tight and potentially pull off a home win in a fast-paced affair.
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— Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) January 25, 2026
Los Angeles Lakers NBA Preview
The Los Angeles Lakers arrive in Chicago with a record above .500 and a roster capable of explosive scoring nights but also vulnerable to defensive lapses. Led by the tandem of Luka Dončić and LeBron James, Los Angeles’ offense thrives when spacing is effective and shots are shared quickly, creating rhythm and momentum. The Lakers have recently shown the ability to mount comebacks, such as a strong road win in Dallas where Dončić posted near triple-double numbers and the team overcame a late deficit with clutch plays. However, consistency has been a challenge in January, including a loss to the Clippers that highlighted issues in maintaining intensity and defensive focus across four quarters. Offensively, Los Angeles ranks in the middle of the league in points scored and benefits from high assist numbers and versatile scoring options beyond the stars, including contributions from Marcus Smart and Rui Hachimura. Their field-goal efficiency remains respectable, and when they can generate high-quality shots early, the Lakers have a chance to take control.
On the road, though, their scoring margin tightens, and they’re less likely to dominate pace unless they can hit early triples and create transition opportunities. Defensively, the Lakers have been average, allowing around 116 points per game, and they’ve struggled at times to contain quick perimeter offenses. Guarding screens and closing out shooters will be crucial against Chicago’s ball movement, as open threes could quickly shift momentum. Rebounding and limiting second-chance points will also be key — securing defensive boards gives the Lakers more transition chances and limits the Bulls’ offensive rhythm. In a game with a relatively high total, Los Angeles must balance offensive aggressiveness with disciplined defense to control pace. If they can protect the ball, convert open looks, and contest shots effectively on the defensive end, the Lakers have the firepower and experience to win on the road and potentially cover the spread in a tight Eastern Conference duel.
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Chicago Bulls NBA Preview
The Chicago Bulls enter this game with a profile built around balanced scoring and solid assist numbers, leveraging Josh Giddey’s playmaking prowess alongside Nikola Vucevic’s interior presence and scoring punch. Chicago’s offense ranks in the upper tier, scoring nearly 118 points per game, with impressive assist numbers that help keep defenses honest by creating open looks. While they’ve allowed more points defensively than they’d like, the Bulls have improved communication on switches and closeouts, and when they shoot efficiently — especially from beyond the arc — they can challenge even elite defenses. Their home record is modestly stronger than their road mark, and their 6–4 ATS run over the past 10 games reflects a level of competitiveness that keeps them in the grind of the Eastern Conference playoff picture. Offensively, Chicago excels in transition and ball movement, often generating easy baskets after defensive rebounds or turnovers. Giddey’s versatility allows him to operate both as a facilitator and a scorer, and efficient scoring from White and contributions from Matas Buzelis deepen the rotation.
The Bulls also rank well in rebounding, which gives them second-chance opportunities that can swing momentum late. In games where they’ve covered the spread, it’s often been because they’ve controlled pace early and capitalized on open shots created through pick-and-roll action. Defensively, Chicago has room for improvement, particularly in limiting opponent three-point attempts and defending penetration, but they’ve shown moments of effective rotation and contested shooting when fully engaged. Against the Lakers, containing Dončić and LeBron James will be paramount; the Bulls must communicate on screens and force difficult catch-and-shoot opportunities rather than allowing easy drives to the paint. If Chicago can execute its offensive sets efficiently, control turnovers, and maintain rebounding advantages, they have a solid shot at a home win. Their ability to hit key three-pointers and stay competitive in transition will be crucial in what promises to be a tight, high-scoring matchup.
“Too big, too strong, too fast, too good!”
— Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) January 25, 2026
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Los Angeles vs Chicago Prop Picks (AI)
AI algorithm Remi is pouring through tons of datapoints on each player. In fact, anytime the Lakers and Bulls play there’s always several intriguing trends to key in on. Not to mention games played at United Center in Jan seemingly never follow normal, predictable patterns.
Los Angeles vs Chicago Prediction (AI)
Remi, our AI sports wizard, has been pouring over millions of data from every angle between the Lakers and Bulls and using recursive machine learning and kick-ass AI to boil down the data to a single cover probability.
Oddly enough, we’ve seen the AI has been most keyed in on the linear correlation of factor emotional bettors tend to put on coaching factors between a Lakers team going up against a possibly deflated Bulls team. Trends look to say the true game analytics appear to reflect a strong lean against one Vegas line specifically.
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Below is our current AI Los Angeles vs Chicago picks, computer picks Lakers vs Bulls, best bets, model edges, confidence ratings.
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Los Angeles Betting Trends
The Lakers have gone 4–6 against the spread in their last 10 games, showing some inconsistency as they’ve alternated covers and failures to cover recently.
Chicago Betting Trends
Chicago has been better against the spread this season, sitting around 23–19–1 ATS overall and performing slightly better at home compared to the road, and have been 6–4 ATS over their last 10 games.
Lakers vs. Bulls Matchup Trends
The total for this matchup is around 236.5 points, with Lakers games trending over the total more frequently at home than on the road, while Bulls games at home have finished OVER the total less than half the time, creating a split public expectation on scoring.
Los Angeles vs. Chicago Game Info
Los Angeles vs Chicago starts on January 26, 2026 at 9:00 PM EST.
Venue: United Center.
Spread: Chicago +1.5
Moneyline: Los Angeles -105, Chicago -105
Over/Under: 237.5
Los Angeles: (27-17) | Chicago: (23-22)
Remi's searched hard and found the best prop for this matchup: L. Doncic under 51.5 PTS+REB+AST.. Prices move—always shop for the best number.
The total for this matchup is around 236.5 points, with Lakers games trending over the total more frequently at home than on the road, while Bulls games at home have finished OVER the total less than half the time, creating a split public expectation on scoring.
LAL trend: The Lakers have gone 4–6 against the spread in their last 10 games, showing some inconsistency as they’ve alternated covers and failures to cover recently.
CHI trend: Chicago has been better against the spread this season, sitting around 23–19–1 ATS overall and performing slightly better at home compared to the road, and have been 6–4 ATS over their last 10 games.
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Los Angeles vs. Chicago Odds
Remi is pouring through loads of stats on each line. In fact, anytime the Los Angeles vs Chicago trends are analyzed, there’s always several intriguing angles to key in on. Not to mention games played at extreme altitude can often follow normal, predictable betting trends.
| LAL Moneyline | -105 |
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| CHI Moneyline | -105 |
| LAL Spread | -1.5 |
| CHI Spread | +1.5 |
| Over / Under | 237.5 |
Los Angeles vs Chicago Live Odds
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LEAN | %WIN | UNITS | RESULT |
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| HOU@DET | HOU +4.5 | 54.0% | 3 | WIN |
| BOS@BKN | BKN +8.5 | 55.0% | 4 | WIN |
| TOR@POR | SHAEDON SHARPE UNDER 22.5 POINTS | 53.8% | 3 | WIN |
| TOR@POR | SANDRO MAMUKELASHVILI UNDER 1.5 THREE POINTERS MADE | 54.3% | 4 | LOSS |
| MIA@POR | POR -120 | 55.1% | 3 | WIN |
| LAL@LAC | DEANDRE AYTON UNDER 9.5 REB + ASST | 53.5% | 3 | WIN |
| TOR@SAC | TOR -5.5 | 53.4% | 2 | WIN |
| BKN@NY | MICHAEL PORTER JR. UNDER 6.5 REB | 55.1% | 5 | WIN |
| CLE@CHA | MILES BRIDGES OVER 27.5 PTS + REB + ASST | 55.8% | 5 | LOSS |
| PHX@PHI | OVER 222.5 | 55.4% | 5 | WIN |
| PHX@PHI | PHX -110 | 54.5% | 4 | WIN |
| TOR@GS | STEPHEN CURRY UNDER 35.4 PTS + ASST | 55.1% | 5 | WIN |
| PHX@BKN | OVER 215.5 | 54.5% | 4 | WIN |
| IND@PHI | PHI -6 | 52.9% | 1 | WIN |
| MIA@GS | AL HORFORD OVER 4.5 REBOUNDS | 54.5% | 4 | WIN |
| BKN@CHI | CHI -6 | 52.6% | 1 | WIN |
| CHA@DEN | DEN -1 | 56.2% | 6 | LOSS |
| NO@HOU | HOU -13 | 54.9% | 4 | LOSS |
| MIN@SA | MIN +6.5 | 56.6% | 6 | WIN |
| CHI@BKN | CHI +2 | 54.2% | 3 | LOSS |
| CHI@BKN | DAYRON SHARPE OVER 17.5 PTS + REB + AST | 54.2% | 4 | WIN |
| CLE@PHI | EVAN MOBLEY OVER 4.5 ASSTS | 55.2% | 5 | LOSS |
| OKC@HOU | HOU +5.5 | 55.0% | 4 | LOSS |
| PHX@DET | AUSAR THOMPSON UNDER 7.5 REBOUNDS + ASSTS | 54.1% | 4 | LOSS |
| DEN@NO | DEN -120 | 57.9% | 6 | WIN |
| CHI@HOU | CHI +13.5 | 54.8% | 3 | WIN |
| ATL@LAL | LAL +3.5 | 53.3% | 2 | WIN |
| PHX@MIA | DEVIN BOOKER UNDER 8.5 FIELD GOALS MADE | 54.1% | 4 | WIN |
| ATL@LAL | JALEN JOHNSON OVER 8.5 FIELD GOALS | 55.2% | 5 | LOSS |
| BKN@DAL | OVER 219.5 | 54.0% | 3 | LOSS |
| MIL@DEN | DEN +117 | 42.8% | 1 | WIN |
| SA@MIN | MIN -130 | 59.7% | 5 | WIN |
| NO@ORL | ORL -6.5 | 53.4% | 2 | WIN |
| ATL@DEN | DEN +1.5 | 54.8% | 4 | LOSS |
| OKC@MEM | OKC -5.5 | 54.8% | 4 | LOSS |
| HOU@POR | JABARI SMITH JR. OVER 12.5 FIELD GOAL ATT | 55.7% | 5 | WIN |
| OKC@MEM | SANTI ALDAMA UNDER 23.5 PTS + REB + AST | 55.2% | 5 | LOSS |
| DAL@UTA | UTA +5.5 | 53.6% | 3 | WIN |
| CLE@MIN | MIN -131 | 58.5% | 4 | WIN |
| DAL@UTA | LAURI MARKKANEN OVER 35.5 PTS + REB + ASST | 55.7% | 5 | WIN |
| HOU@POR | POR +6.5 | 56.3% | 6 | WIN |
| TOR@CHA | CHA +2 | 56.4% | 6 | WIN |
| NO@ATL | NO +10.5 | 54.4% | 4 | LOSS |
| CHI@DET | CHI +10.5 | 54.5% | 4 | LOSS |
| LAC@NY | OG ANUNOBY OVER 2.5 BLOCKS + STEALS | 54.6% | 4 | LOSS |
| DEN@BOS | DERRICK WHITE UNDER 10.5 ASST + REB | 55.3% | 5 | WIN |
| CLE@IND | EVAN MOBLEY UNDER 33.5 PTS + REB + ASST | 54.2% | 4 | WIN |
| LAL@NO | DEANDRE AYTON OVER 9.5 REB + ASST | 55.2% | 5 | WIN |
| NY@DET | NY -115 | 54.2% | 4 | LOSS |
| PHX@HOU | PHX +8.5 | 53.7% | 2 | WIN |
| DEN@PHI | PAUL GEORGE OVER 18.5 PTS + ASST | 54.1% | 4 | LOSS |
