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Bulls vs Raptors NBA Pick: Toronto Looks To Stay Hot Against Chicago (Mar 18)

Published Mar 17, 9:29am ET by

James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer

Last updated Mar 17, 9:29am ET

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Bulls seek second straight victory when they host the Raptors on Wednesday.

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Updated Mar 17, 9:29am ET

  • The Bulls are 28-40 following a 132-107 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies.
  • Meanwhile, Toronto improved to 38-29 on the heels of an impressive 119-108 win against the Detroit Pistons.
  • These teams previously met on Feb. 9, with the Raptors winning 110-101.

One of the games on Wednesday's NBA slate features the Chicago Bulls hosting the Toronto Raptors. Who comes out on top in our Bulls vs Raptors pick?

Chicago Bulls vs. Toronto Raptors Overview Watch On: CHSN

DATE & TIME

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2026 @ 8:00PM ET
Chicago Bulls
United Center
Chicago, IL
Toronto Raptors
GAME ODDS
BetOnline
Chicago Bulls +5.5 (-111)
Toronto Raptors -5.5 (-111)

Bulls hope to build on blowout win against Memphis

Chicago ended its two-game win streak with a dominating 132-107 victory against the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday night.

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The Bulls were already ahead by 11 points through three quarters. But they pulled away for good, outscoring a depleted Memphis team 35-21 in the final frame.

Matas Buzelis led seven double-digit scorers with 29 points and seven rebounds. Josh Giddey finished with a triple-double of 16 points, 15 rebounds, and 13 assists. He has accomplished the feat four times in the last five games.

Toronto eyes third straight victory

After dropping three of four, the Raptors have won two straight. This includes a 119-108 against the Detroit Pistons — the top team in the Eastern Conference.

Toronto trailed by five points at the break before finding its footing in the third quarter. During the game-changing stretch, the Raptors outscored Detroit 34-17 and held the road team to just 26.9 percent shooting.

Four of five starters reached double figures for Toronto. Brandon Ingram guided the offense with 34 points on 12-for-25 shooting from the field. Jakob Poeltl scored 21 points, collected a game-high 18 rebounds, and handed out five assists.

Bulls vs Raptors NBA Pick

Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.

  • The Bulls are 4-15 (SU) in their last 19 games.
  • Chicago is 6-2 ATS in its previous eight outings.
  • The Raptors are 4-6 (SU) in their last 10 contests.
  • Toronto is 12-6 ATS in its previous 18 March matchups.

The Bulls are 1-9 in their previous 10 outings against Eastern Conference opponents. Furthermore, they are 0-5 against the Atlantic Division this season.

Pick: Toronto Raptors

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