- Matchup: Orlando Magic vs Chicago Bulls
- Date: Friday, April 10, 2026
- Venue: United Center, Chicago, IL
- Broadcast: CHSN
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The Chicago Bulls (30-49) will host the Orlando Magic (44-36) at the United Center this Friday.
In their previous match, the Magic secured a victory against the Timberwolves with a score of 132-120. Orlando committed 18 fouls compared to Minnesota’s 20. The Magic hit 18 of 44 three-point attempts, while the Timberwolves converted 85.7% of their 14 free throw attempts. Minnesota totaled 33 rebounds (9 offensive and 24 defensive) along with 5 blocked shots and 22 assists, with 10 steals in the game. Defensively, Orlando allowed their opponent to shoot 50% from the field on 45 attempts (90 total). The Magic tallied 33 assists and forced 16 turnovers, securing 5 steals. They dominated the boards with 48 rebounds, including 19 offensive. At the charity stripe, Orlando shot 78.3%, making 18 of their 23 attempts, and ended the game with a field goal percentage of 53.7% (51 of 95), including 12 of 29 from beyond the arc.
One standout performer for Orlando was Paolo Banchero, who scored 20 points on 8 of 11 shooting while playing 29 minutes. He also collected 8 rebounds and registered 6 assists, finishing the game with an impressive shooting percentage of 72.7%.
Entering this matchup, the Magic boast a record of 44-36 this season. They are averaging 115.7 points per game (ranked 15th in the league) while shooting 46.4% from the floor. The Magic have made 34.4% of their three-point attempts (936 of 2,719) and 80.3% at the free throw line. As a team, Orlando averages 43.3 rebounds per contest and has recorded 2,122 assists this year, placing them 14th in the league for passing. They average 14.1 turnovers and commit 21.0 fouls per game.
Defensively, the Magic force 14.8 turnovers per game while drawing 21.9 fouls. They allow opponents to shoot 35.4% from beyond the arc and rank 13th in points allowed per game (115.3). Orlando’s defensive stats show they give up a field goal percentage of 47.7% (3,347 of 7,017) and average 43.3 rebounds allowed per game while conceding 2,022 assists this season, positioning them 8th in the NBA for assists allowed.
In their last outing, the Bulls triumphed over the Wizards with a score of 129-98. Chicago allowed Washington to grab 46 rebounds (8 offensive). From three-point range, the Bulls hit 11 of 38 attempts (28.9%) and completed 13 of 21 free throw attempts (61.9%). The Bulls held Washington to 43.0% from the field, allowing 37 of 86 shots to go in. Chicago shot 48.9% from the floor, making 46 of 94 attempts, and excelled from the free throw line with a success rate of 81.5%, converting 22 out of 27 attempts. Washington committed 19 fouls, which sent the Bulls to the line for 27 tries. Chicago also forced 13 turnovers while racking up 14 steals. The Bulls totaled 52 rebounds, split between 43 defensive and 9 offensive.
Rob Dillingham stood out for Chicago, scoring 26 points in 27 minutes, along with 2 assists. He achieved a field goal percentage of 60.0% by making 9 of 15 shots and grabbed 7 rebounds.
This season, the Bulls have a record of 30-49. They average 19.0 personal fouls each game and boast an 77.6% free throw percentage. The Bulls assist 28.5 times per game (7th in the league) and average 15.3 turnovers. They’ve scored a total of 9,187 points this year (116.3 per game) and secured 45.1 rebounds per match. Their field goal percentage sits at 46.9%, placing them 14th in the league.
Defensively, the Bulls are ranked 28th in points allowed per game (121.3). They average forcing 12.8 turnovers and allow 47.8% shooting from the field (22nd in the league). Chicago’s defense surrenders 36.8% shooting from beyond the arc (1,108 of 3,009) and permits opponents to hit 77.4% of their free throw attempts. They allow 28.7 assists and 45.5 rebounds per game, ranking them 28th and 23rd, respectively, in the NBA.
Which team will prevail in tonight’s NBA spread?
Prediction: Choose Orlando
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