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Celtics Defeat Bulls 125-111 at TD Garden

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Friday, October 30, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · TD Garden

Boston Celtics 125, Chicago Bulls 111, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Chicago Bulls vs Boston Celtics?

Boston Celtics beat Chicago Bulls 125-111 at TD Garden on October 30, 2026.

Who was favored in Chicago Bulls vs Boston Celtics?

Boston Celtics were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -800 (about 89% implied). The favorite won.

The Boston Celtics continued their strong start to the season with a decisive 125-111 victory over the Chicago Bulls at TD Garden. This win extends the Celtics' series lead over the Bulls to 3-0 for the current season, solidifying their dominance in this matchup. Boston's impressive home record now stands at 5-1, while Chicago struggles with a 1-6 record overall.

The Celtics have shown formidable form at home, boasting a record of 8-2 in their last ten games, with a current winning streak of three games. They have averaged 120.3 points scored per game while allowing 108.9 points during this stretch. In their most recent home game, they narrowly defeated the Brooklyn Nets 125-124, and prior to that, they convincingly beat the Bulls 134-99 on October 26.

Conversely, the Chicago Bulls have faced significant challenges this season. Their away record is 1-5, and they have lost their last three games. In their last ten games, they hold a record of 3-7, averaging 115.9 points scored but allowing a staggering 125.3 points per game. Their most recent outing was a loss to the New York Knicks, where they fell 127-133.

In terms of injuries, the Celtics were missing Devin Carter due to illness. The Bulls were without Dailyn Swain (back) and Nic Claxton (hamstring), which undoubtedly impacted their performance.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Celtics favored by 14.5 points, with a total set at 236.5. The moneyline odds reflected a strong belief in a Boston victory, with the Celtics at -800 and the Bulls at +550.

The game conditions at TD Garden were conducive to a competitive atmosphere, and viewers were treated to a display of scoring prowess from the Celtics. Notable scoring plays included a 22-foot three-pointer from Noa Essengue and a series of free throws from Payton Pritchard, which helped secure the win in the final quarter.

Overall, this matchup highlighted the Celtics' offensive capabilities and defensive resilience, while the Bulls continue to seek solutions to their early-season struggles.

What we said beforehand

The Boston Celtics will face the Chicago Bulls at TD Garden on October 30, 2026, with the Celtics currently leading the series 1-0 following a decisive victory in their last encounter. In that matchup, Boston triumphed over Chicago with a score of 134-99, showcasing their dominance. The Celtics have a strong home record of 3-1 this season, while the Bulls struggle with an away record of 1-4.

Boston enters this game with a recent form that includes three consecutive wins, having defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 125-120 in overtime, the New York Knicks 107-103, and the Brooklyn Nets 125-124 in their last outing. Their scoring average at home has been impressive, with 120.3 points scored and only 108.9 points allowed over their last ten games, contributing to an 8-2 overall record during that stretch. Jayson Tatum leads the Celtics in scoring, averaging 28.0 points per game, along with 8.0 assists and 6.2 rebounds.

On the other hand, the Chicago Bulls are struggling, having lost three straight games, including their recent defeat to the New York Knicks, where they lost 133-127. Their last five games show a record of 1-4, with an average of 114.0 points scored and a concerning 130.2 points allowed. Norman Powell is the standout player for the Bulls, averaging 21.6 points per game, while Josh Giddey contributes with 8.0 assists.

In terms of injuries, the Celtics will be without Devin Carter due to illness, while the Bulls will miss Dailyn Swain (back) and Nic Claxton (hamstring). These absences could impact both teams' performances.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, has the Celtics as heavy favorites with a spread of -14.5 and a money line of -850. The total for the game is set at 236.5, with over odds at -105.0 and under odds at -115.0, indicating expectations of a high-scoring affair.

As the game approaches, viewers should watch for how the Celtics maintain their offensive efficiency at home and whether the Bulls can find a way to break their losing streak. The performance of Jayson Tatum will be crucial for Boston, while Chicago will need to rely on Powell and Giddey to step up in the absence of their injured players.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	BOS -14.5	236.5 o -105 / u -115	Chicago Bulls +550 · Boston Celtics -800

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Injury report

Devin CarterOutIllnessBoston Celtics
Dailyn SwainOutBackChicago Bulls
Nic ClaxtonOutHamstringChicago Bulls

Leaders

PointsPayton Pritchard30Boston Celtics
AssistsPaul George8Boston Celtics
ReboundsJayson Tatum7Boston Celtics
PointsCaleb Wilson23Chicago Bulls
AssistsJosh Giddey5Chicago Bulls
ReboundsJalen Smith12Chicago Bulls

Recent form

Boston Celtics

Last 10: 8-2Streak W3120.3 scored · 108.9 allowed per game7-0 at home

W125-124vs Brooklyn NetsOct 27
W134-99vs Chicago BullsOct 26
W107-103vs New York KnicksOct 23
L113-121at Detroit PistonsOct 20
W113-108vs Orlando MagicApr 12
W144-118vs New Orleans PelicansApr 10
L106-112at New York KnicksApr 9
W113-102vs Charlotte HornetsApr 8
W115-101vs Toronto RaptorsApr 5
W133-101at Milwaukee BucksApr 4

Chicago Bulls

Last 10: 3-7Streak L3115.9 scored · 125.3 allowed per game3-3 away

L127-133vs New York KnicksOct 29
L99-134at Boston CelticsOct 26
L120-124vs Washington WizardsOct 25
W132-125at Milwaukee BucksOct 23
L92-135at Toronto RaptorsOct 21
L128-149at Dallas MavericksApr 13
L103-127vs Orlando MagicApr 11
W119-108at Washington WizardsApr 9
W129-98at Washington WizardsApr 7
L110-120vs Phoenix SunsApr 5

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Detroit	-	1	W2	.833	5
Cleveland	1.5	2	L1	.600	3
Indiana	2.5	3	L2	.400	2
Milwaukee	3.5	4	L1	.200	1
Chicago	4	5	L4	.167	1
Philadelphia	-	1	W2	.833	5
Boston	0.5	1	W4	.800	4
Toronto	1.5	2	L1	.600	3
New York	3	4	L1	.333	2
Brooklyn	4.5	5	L5	.000	0

Box score

Stat	Chicago Bulls	Boston Celtics
Field goals	35-92	42-82
Field goal %	38	51
Three-pointers	15-50	10-32
Three-point %	30	31
Free throws	26-40	31-40
Free throw %	65	78
Rebounds	51	41
Offensive rebounds	20	9
Defensive rebounds	31	32
Assists	24	28
Steals	7	10
Blocks	6	2
Turnovers	16	14
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	1	2
Technical fouls, total	1	2
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	21	19
Fast-break points	16	17
Points in the paint	40	58
Fouls	33	27
Largest lead	3	32
Lead changes	6	6
Time in front	4	94

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter74-97Tre Jones makes layup
3rd Quarter74-99Derrick White makes 4-foot two point shot
4th Quarter77-99Josh Giddey makes 22-foot three point jumper (Norman Powell assists)
4th Quarter80-99Caleb Wilson makes 27-foot three pointer (Isaac Okoro assists)
4th Quarter80-100Jayson Tatum makes technical free throw
4th Quarter80-102Jayson Tatum makes 11-foot fade away jump shot (Paul George assists)
4th Quarter81-102Josh Giddey makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter81-104Paul George makes running layup (Jayson Tatum assists)
4th Quarter81-105Jayson Tatum makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter81-106Jayson Tatum makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter83-106Norman Powell makes driving layup (Josh Giddey assists)
4th Quarter83-108Paul George makes driving layup (Jayson Tatum assists)
4th Quarter86-108Caleb Wilson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Isaac Okoro assists)
4th Quarter86-109Mitchell Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter88-109Norman Powell makes driving layup (Josh Giddey assists)
4th Quarter88-111Jayson Tatum makes 1-foot two point shot
4th Quarter89-111Tobe Awaka makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter91-111Isaac Okoro makes 5-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter92-111Isaac Okoro makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter92-114Sam Hauser makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jayson Tatum assists)
4th Quarter95-114Caleb Wilson makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
4th Quarter96-114Norman Powell makes technical free throw
4th Quarter96-115Payton Pritchard makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter96-116Payton Pritchard makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter98-116Josh Giddey makes running layup (Caleb Wilson assists)
4th Quarter98-117Payton Pritchard makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter98-118Payton Pritchard makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter99-118Tobe Awaka makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter99-119Neemias Queta makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter99-120Neemias Queta makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter101-120Noa Essengue makes driving layup
4th Quarter102-120Noa Essengue makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter102-122Chris Cenac Jr. makes 1-foot dunk (Baylor Scheierman assists)
4th Quarter105-122Noa Essengue makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jaylin Sellers assists)
4th Quarter107-122Noa Essengue makes tip shot
4th Quarter107-123Payton Pritchard makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter107-124Payton Pritchard makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter107-125Chris Cenac Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter110-125Jaylin Sellers makes 24-foot three pointer (Tobe Awaka assists)
4th Quarter111-125Noa Essengue makes free throw 1 of 2