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Bulls vs. Rockets prediction: Houston to win, Kevin Durant projected for big game in Tuesday's NBA matchup [1/13/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Chicago Bulls vs Houston Rockets predictions for NBA Tuesday.
NBA action continues on Tuesday at 8:00 PM ET as the Chicago Bulls look to defy the odds against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center.
Based on the latest simulations and today’s injury updates, Dimers' proven NBA model projects the Rockets as the most likely winner of the Bulls vs. Rockets game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Rockets lineup will feature stars like Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson, while the Bulls will be led by Matas Buzelis, Nikola Vucevic and Ayo Dosunmu.
This article offers further insights into Tuesday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Bulls vs. Rockets prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Tuesday's NBA game between the Bulls and Rockets 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Rockets an 83% chance of beating the Bulls. Our predicted final score has the Rockets winning 116-105.
According to our model, the Bulls (+12.5) have a 55% chance of covering the spread, while the 224.5-point over/under has a 51% chance of staying under.
Bulls vs. Rockets odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Bulls | Rockets |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +12.5 (-110) | -12.5 (-108) |
| Moneyline | +425 | -520 |
| Total | o224.5 (-106) | u224.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Bulls vs. Rockets picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Bulls +12.5 | -110 |
| Moneyline | Rockets | -520 |
| Total | Under 224.5 | -110 |
According to our best NBA bets for Tuesday, the top play to make on this game is Bulls +12.5 at the spread.
Bulls vs. Rockets player props
Looking for Chicago vs. Houston NBA prop bets? We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Toyota Center.
Matas Buzelis is expected to lead the Bulls with 18 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists, while Kevin Durant is projected to have 26 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the Rockets.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Bulls prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Bulls are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matas Buzelis | 18 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 36 |
| Nikola Vucevic | 16 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 38 |
| Ayo Dosunmu | 14 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 28 |
| Tre Jones | 13 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 31 |
| Kevin Huerter | 12 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 26 |
Rockets prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Rockets:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kevin Durant | 26 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 46 |
| Alperen Sengun | 22 | 9 | 6 | 1 | 49 |
| Amen Thompson | 19 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 43 |
| Jabari Smith | 16 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 34 |
| Reed Sheppard | 12 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 25 |
Bulls vs. Rockets game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's matchup between the Rockets and Bulls at Toyota Center is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: Chicago Bulls vs. Houston Rockets
- Date: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Toyota Center
Conclusion
We predict the Rockets, with an 83% win probability, will likely beat the Bulls on Tuesday, with Alperen Sengun projected for a game-high 49 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Bulls vs. Rockets insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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