Pistons vs Bulls Prediction and NBA Tips - 8 January 2026
Last updated: Jan 8, 2026, 12:10AM | Published: Jan 7, 2026, 2:09PM
The Detroit Pistons will face the Chicago Bulls in NBA action at Little Caesars Arena on Thursday, starting at 11:00am AEDT.
With star players Cade Cunningham, Paul Reed and Isaiah Stewart, the Pistons are up against a Bulls side that includes Nikola Vucevic, Matas Buzelis and Ayo Dosunmu.
This article features Stats Insider's free betting tips for the Pistons vs Bulls game, as well as the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Based on advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Thursday's Detroit vs Chicago NBA game 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Pistons a 72% chance of beating the Bulls at Little Caesars Arena.
Pistons vs Bulls: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Thursday's NBA game at Little Caesars Arena are listed here:
- Head to Head: Pistons $1.31, Bulls $3.60
- Line: Pistons -8 ($1.87), Bulls +8 ($1.95)
- Total (Over/Under 228 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 Pistons at $1.31 and the Bulls at $3.60.
The Pistons are 8-point favourites against the Bulls, with odds of $1.87 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Bulls (+8) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.95.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 228 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Bulls (+8) are predicted to cover the line 55% of the time, while the 228-point over/under is expected to stay under 51% of the time.
Pistons vs Bulls: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Chicago at $3.60 with Bet365
- Line: Bulls +8 at $1.95 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 228 at $1.91 with Bet365
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Our Pistons vs Bulls best bets are based on world-class modelling and betting intelligence to provide you with the best possible advice around the clock.
While the Pistons have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Bulls to win is our recommended option due to the edge identified when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Making use of the edges seen on Stats Insider is crucial to being profitable in the long run.
Pistons vs Bulls: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Pistons vs Bulls at Little Caesars Arena this Thursday is the Pistons winning 117-110.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Detroit vs Chicago game on Thursday, including data-driven predictions and the best betting tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Pistons vs Bulls prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Remember, our model updates frequently, so keep checking this article for the latest betting predictions before the Detroit vs Chicago match-up.
As always, see our Best Bets for betting tips for every NBA game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Pistons vs Bulls: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Pistons and Bulls at Little Caesars Arena is scheduled to commence at 11:00am AEDT on Thursday.
- Teams: Detroit Pistons vs Chicago Bulls
- Date: Thursday 8 January 2026
- Time: 11:00am AEDT
- Venue: Little Caesars Arena
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Detroit vs Chicago predictions have been made thanks to 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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