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Bulls vs Bucks NBA Preseaon Pick: A Pair Of 2-0 Teams Face Off In The Windy City (Oct 12)

Published Oct 11, 8:08pm ET by

James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer

Last updated Oct 11, 8:08pm ET

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The Bulls look to remain undefeated in preseason play when they host the Bucks on Sunday night.

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  • The Chicago Bulls improved to 2-0 after posting their second straight win against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
  • The Milwaukee Bucks are 2-0 following a six-point win against the Detroit Pistons.
  • These squads previously faced off on Dec. 28, 2024, with the Bulls winning that game by a 116-111 margin.

One of the games on Sunday's NBA preseason slate features the Chicago Bulls hosting the Milwaukee Bucks. Who has the edge in our Bulls vs Bucks pick?

Chicago Bulls vs. Milwaukee Bucks Overview Watch On: CHSN

DATE & TIME

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2025 @ 7:00 PM ET
Chicago Bulls
United Center,
Chicago, IL
Milwaukee Bucks
GAME ODDS
BetOnline
Chicago Bulls +1 (-110)
Milwaukee Bucks -1 (-110)

Bulls Seek Third Straight Preseason Win

Chicago improved to 2-0 in exhibition competition after posting a 119-112 victory against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday night.

The game was tied at 110 at the two-minute mark in the fourth quarter. But thanks to a 9-2 burst to close out the evening, Chicago got its second win against the Cavaliers in three days.

Ayo Dosunmu and Jevon Carter, who both came off the bench, were Chicago's leading scorers. Dosunmu led the way with 16 points and four rebounds. Carter added 14 points and knocked down five of his seven attempts from deep.

Milwaukee Is Also Aiming For A 3-0 Start In Preseason Play

The Bucks pulled away down the stretch for a 117-111 win against a Pistons squad that was missing several players, including Jalen Duren, Jaden Ivy, and Tobias Harris.

AJ Green powered Milwaukee's offense with 22 points, three rebounds, and three assists. He shot a perfect 5-for-5 from the field and 7-for-7 from the charity stripe. Bobby Portis added 11 points, and two blocks.

Bulls vs Bucks NBA Pick

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

  • The Bulls are 4-1 straight-up (SU) in their last five games.
  • Chcago is 4-1 ATS in its previous five outings.
  • The Bucks are 5-0 in their last five contests.
  • Milwaukee has covered the spread four times in its previous five matchups.

While both teams are 2-0, the Bulls have dropped seven of the previous 10 meetings in this series. With that in mind, the edge goes to Milwaukee in this battle between divisional opponents.

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