The Los Angeles Clippers (19-23) take on the Chicago Bulls (20-22) in a cross-conference clash at the United Center. The Clippers are riding a four-game winning streak, including back-to-back road victories, while the Bulls have alternated wins and losses recently but hold a slight edge at home. This matchup features strong guard play and interior battles, with potential injury impacts on both sides. Expect a close game influenced by perimeter shooting and rebounding.
Game Details
Tipoff is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. ET (5:00 p.m. PT)
Venue: United Center, Chicago, IL
TV Broadcast: CHSN, FDSSC
How to Watch: NBA League Pass (streaming available)
Recent Team Forms
The Clippers have won four of their last five, showing improved defense and clutch scoring. The Bulls are 3-2 in their last five, with strong home wins but road inconsistencies.
Los Angeles Clippers Last 5 Games:
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score |
| Jan 19 | @ Washington Wizards | W | 110-106 |
| Jan 16 | @ Toronto Raptors | W | 121-117 (OT) |
| Jan 10 | @ Detroit Pistons | W | 98-92 |
| Jan 7 | @ New York Knicks | L | 111-123 |
| Jan 5 | vs. Golden State Warriors | W | 103-102 |
Chicago Bulls Last 5 Games:
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score |
| Jan 18 | vs. Brooklyn Nets | W | 124-102 |
| Jan 16 | @ Brooklyn Nets | L | 109-112 |
| Jan 14 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W | 115-110 |
| Jan 12 | @ Indiana Pacers | L | 105-112 |
| Jan 7 | @ Detroit Pistons | W | 108-102 |
Injury Report
Injuries could play a major role, especially for the Bulls’ backcourt and the Clippers’ wings.
Los Angeles Clippers: Kawhi Leonard (F) – Questionable (Ankle). Derrick Jones Jr. (F) – Out (Knee). Bradley Beal (G) – Out For Season (Hip). Bogdan Bogdanovic (G) – Out (Hamstring).
Chicago Bulls: Josh Giddey (G) – Questionable (Hamstring). Patrick Williams (F) – Questionable (Ankle). Zach Collins (F/C) – Out (Toe). Noa Essengue (F) – Out For Season (Shoulder).
Key Player Matchups
This game highlights playmaking guards and versatile forwards. The Clippers’ slower pace (24th in league) could clash with the Bulls’ transition opportunities.
James Harden (Clippers) vs. Josh Giddey (Bulls): Harden (25.8 PPG, 8.1 APG, 4.7 RPG) is a scoring and facilitating threat. Giddey (19.2 PPG, 9.0 APG, 8.9 RPG) excels in triple-double territory but may be limited by injury. This could be a battle of vision and tempo control.
Kawhi Leonard (Clippers) vs. Matas Buzelis (Bulls): Leonard (28.2 PPG, 6.3 RPG, 2.2 SPG) is an elite two-way force when healthy. Buzelis (14.8 PPG, 5.2 RPG, 1.4 BPG) brings athleticism and shot-blocking as a rookie standout.
Ivica Zubac (Clippers) vs. Nikola Vucevic (Bulls): Zubac (12.5 PPG, 10.8 RPG, 0.9 BPG) dominates the glass. Vucevic (17.0 PPG, 9.2 RPG, 3.8 APG) offers scoring touch and passing from the post.
Bench Impact: Clippers’ Kris Dunn (8.1 PPG, 3.1 APG) adds defense. Bulls’ Ayo Dosunmu (14.5 PPG) and Coby White (18.1 PPG) provide scoring punch.
The Bulls rank 12th in offensive efficiency and 14th defensively, while the Clippers are 15th offensively and 11th defensively.
Chicago’s rebounding edge (45.4 RPG) could be key.
Series History
The Bulls lead the all-time series 69-60 in 129 regular-season games.
Recent matchups have been split, with the Bulls winning the last meeting on January 20, 2025 (112-99 in LA), but the Clippers taking the February 26, 2025 game (122-117 in Chicago).
Jan 20, 2025: Bulls 112-99 @ Clippers
Feb 26, 2025: Clippers 122-117 @ Bulls
Mar 14, 2024: Bulls 111-126 vs. Clippers
The average margin in the last three games is +9.3 for the winner.
Betting Trends
Spread: Clippers are 22-20 ATS overall (52.4% cover rate) and 11-12 ATS on the road. Bulls are 21-21 ATS but 13-8 ATS at home and 10-6 ATS as favorites.
Over/Under: 226.5 (-110). Teams combine for 232.4 PPG, exceeding by 5.9. Opponents allow 230.8 PPG. Bulls games hit over 52.4% (22/42); Clippers 47.8% (20/42).
Over has hit in 7 of the last 10 Bulls home games vs. Clippers. Other Trends: Clippers are 12-5 ATS in last 17 road games (+8.2 units ROI).
Bulls are 14-7 SU as home favorites in last 21.
Game Odds
Los Angeles Clippers 226.5
Chicago Bulls – 3.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, January 19, 2026
