Bulls vs Magic Prediction and NBA Tips - 3 January 2026
Last updated: Jan 2, 2026, 9:01PM | Published: Jan 2, 2026, 3:01PM
The Chicago Bulls will take on the favoured Orlando Magic in NBA action at United Center on Saturday, commencing at 12:00pm AEDT.
Led by the likes of Nikola Vucevic, Matas Buzelis and Tre Jones, the Bulls are looking to overcome a Magic line-up that includes Paolo Banchero, Desmond Bane and Anthony Black.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Bulls vs Magic game, as well as the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Using trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Saturday's Chicago vs Orlando NBA game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Magic a 68% chance of defeating the Bulls at United Center.
Bulls vs Magic: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Saturday's NBA game at United Center are shown below:
- Head to Head: Bulls $2.70, Magic $1.49
- Line: Bulls +5 ($1.91), Magic -5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 233 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Bulls at $2.70 and the Magic at $1.49.
The Bulls are listed as 5-point underdogs against the Magic, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Magic (-5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 233 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Magic (-5) are predicted to cover the line 51% of the time, while the 233-point over/under is expected to stay under 51% of the time.
Bulls vs Magic: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Orlando at $1.49 with Bet365
- Line: Magic -5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 233 at $1.91 with Bet365
Today's Bulls vs Magic predictions are based on market-leading modelling and wagering intelligence to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
Bulls vs Magic: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Bulls vs Magic at United Center this Saturday is the Magic winning 119-113.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Chicago vs Orlando game on Saturday, including data-driven predictions and top betting tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Bulls vs Magic prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Remember, our model updates frequently, so keep checking this page for the latest betting analysis before the Chicago vs Orlando game.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets to get the best tips for every NBA game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Bulls vs Magic: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Bulls and Magic at United Center is scheduled to start at 12:00pm AEDT on Saturday.
- Teams: Chicago Bulls vs Orlando Magic
- Date: Saturday 3 January 2026
- Time: 12:00pm AEDT
- Venue: United Center
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Chicago vs Orlando predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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