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Bulls vs Bucks prediction, betting odds and TV channel for Game 3 of playoff series

By Candice Evans

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - APRIL 17: DeMar DeRozan #11 of the Chicago Bulls is defended by Khris Middleton #22 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the second quarter of Game One of the Eastern Conference First Round Playoffs at Fiserv Forum on April 17, 2022 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - APRIL 17: DeMar DeRozan #11 of the Chicago Bulls is defended by Khris Middleton #22 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the second quarter of Game One of the Eastern Conference First Round Playoffs at Fiserv Forum on April 17, 2022 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) /
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The Chicago Bulls will look to protect home-court advantage Friday night at the United Center after upsetting the Milwaukee Bucks in Game 2.

The Bulls got down by as much as 17 points in Game 1, but rallied back despite their stars shooting a combined 21-of-71. DeMar DeRozan shot 6-of-25 in that contest. Game 2 was a different story. The stars shined and DeRozan led the way with 41 points, a playoff career high.

Bucks star Khris Middleton had to exit the game in the fourth quarter due to knee pain that was later revealed to be an MCL sprain. Bucks forward Bobby Portis also exited the game with an eye laceration.

As for the injury report, Portis (eye) and Serge Ibaka (illness) are day to day for the Bucks. George Hill (abdomen) and Middleton (knee) are out.

Lonzo Ball (knee) and Matt Thomas are out for Chicago.

Chicago Bulls vs. Milwaukee Bucks betting odds, spread, over/under

According to WynnBET, the Bulls are 2.5-point underdogs against the Bucks and are -108 to cover that spread (bet $108 to win $100). Chicago is also +115 on the moneyline (bet $100 to win $115) to win Game 3 outright. The Bucks -2.5 spread is also -108 and they’re -140 on the moneyline (bet $140 to win $100). The over/under is set at 222.5 points (bet $108 to win $100 for both).

Chicago Bulls vs. Milwaukee Bucks Prediction

Chicago shocked the world and beat the Bucks in Game 2 after having a good chance to win Game 1. The Bulls have all of the momentum going into their first home playoff game since 2017. That momentum and crowd energy will definitely play a role. If Chicago is able to continue their game plan, especially with Middleton likely out for the near future, the Bucks will be on the ropes.

With that said, the Bucks are the defending champions for a reason. DeRozan’s heroics will be needed and appreciated, but Giannis Antetokounmpo is the best player in the series. He affects the game on both sides of the ball. Even on his off nights, he’s a walking 20-point double-double.

In a game that could decide the series, Antetokounmpo is likely to have a career night. The same can be said for Jrue Holiday and the Bucks’ role players.

The championship DNA will take hold of Game 3. We’re taking the Bucks -2.5 and over 222.5.

Chicago 115, Milwaukee 122

Chicago Bulls vs. Milwaukee Bucks TV channel

The Bulls-Bucks game will be broadcast on national television on ABC. Tip-off is slated for 7:30 p.m. CT.

Chicago Bulls schedule and upcoming games

The Chicago Bulls- Milwaukee Bucks series will continue as follows:

  • Apr. 24 Game 4 at Chicago
  • Apr. 27 Game 5 at Milwaukee
  • *Apr. 29 Game 6 at Chicago
  • *May 1 Game 7 at Milwaukee
    *if necessary

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