Bulls Defeat Wizards 119-108 in NBA Clash
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Capital One Arena
Chicago Bulls 119, Washington Wizards 108, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Chicago Bulls vs Washington Wizards?
Chicago Bulls beat Washington Wizards 119-108 at Capital One Arena on April 9, 2026.
Who was favored in Chicago Bulls vs Washington Wizards?
Chicago Bulls were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -285 (about 74% implied). The favorite won.
The Chicago Bulls extended their dominance over the Washington Wizards, winning 119-108 at Capital One Arena. This victory marked the Bulls' third consecutive win against the Wizards this season, completing a series sweep with a 3-0 record against them. The Bulls have been a challenging opponent for the Wizards, as evidenced by their previous meetings, which saw the Wizards only manage to win once in their last six encounters, with the last victory occurring on January 2, 2025.
In terms of recent form, the Wizards have struggled significantly, finishing the season with a record of 17-63. Their last ten games resulted in only one win against nine losses, with a current losing streak of seven games. They have averaged 115.2 points scored per game while allowing 131.6 points, showcasing their defensive vulnerabilities. In their last five games, the Wizards have averaged 116.2 points scored and 135.0 points allowed, indicating a continued trend of high-scoring games against them.
On the other hand, the Bulls concluded their season with a 31-49 record. Their recent form has also been inconsistent, with a record of 2-8 over their last ten games, but they managed to snap a five-game losing streak with this win against the Wizards. The Bulls have averaged 119.1 points scored and 128.0 points allowed in their last ten games. Their recent victory against the Wizards adds to their momentum, as they now look to build on this win.
The game featured several notable injuries impacting both teams. For the Wizards, Jamir Watkins was ruled out due to a knee issue, while Alex Sarr, Anthony Davis, and Trae Young were all listed as day-to-day with foot, finger, and quadriceps injuries, respectively. The Bulls had their own injury concerns, with Dailyn Swain, Zach Collins, Josh Giddey, and Rob Dillingham all classified as day-to-day with various ailments.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had the Bulls favored by 6.5 points, with a total set at 249.5. The odds reflected the Bulls' stronger overall record compared to the Wizards, who have struggled throughout the season. The moneyline showed the Bulls at -285 and the Wizards at +230, indicating a clear expectation of a Bulls victory.
Conditions during the game were typical for an indoor arena, with no adverse weather factors affecting play. Fans in attendance witnessed a competitive matchup, particularly in the fourth quarter, where the Bulls maintained their lead despite a late push from the Wizards. Key scoring plays included a three-point jumper by Patrick Williams and a driving layup by Will Riley, both of which helped solidify the Bulls' advantage.
Viewers should have noted the Bulls' effective offensive strategy, which repeatedly exploited the Wizards' defensive weaknesses. The scoring plays highlighted the Bulls' ability to stretch the floor and create open shots, while the Wizards struggled to contain their opponents. The final score of 119-108 underscores the Bulls' offensive efficiency and the Wizards' ongoing challenges on both ends of the court.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CHI -6.5 | 249.5 o -108 / u -112 | Chicago Bulls -285 · Washington Wizards +230 |
Injury report
- Jamir WatkinsOutKneeWashington Wizards
- Alex SarrDay-To-DayFootWashington Wizards
- Anthony DavisDay-To-DayFingerWashington Wizards
- Trae YoungDay-To-DayQuadricepsWashington Wizards
- Dailyn SwainDay-To-DayWristChicago Bulls
- Zach CollinsDay-To-DayToeChicago Bulls
- Josh GiddeyDay-To-DayAnkleChicago Bulls
- Rob DillinghamDay-To-DayWristChicago Bulls
Leaders
- PointsWill Riley23Washington Wizards
- AssistsWill Riley7Washington Wizards
- ReboundsJulian Reese15Washington Wizards
- PointsTre Jones31Chicago Bulls
- AssistsPatrick Williams4Chicago Bulls
- ReboundsLeonard Miller11Chicago Bulls
Recent form
Washington Wizards
Last 10: 1-9Streak L7115.2 scored · 131.6 allowed per game0-3 at home
- L98-129vs Chicago BullsApr 7
- L115-121at Brooklyn NetsApr 5
- L136-152at Miami HeatApr 4
- L131-153vs Philadelphia 76ersApr 1
- L101-120at Los Angeles LakersMar 31
- L88-123at Portland Trail BlazersMar 29
- L126-131at Golden State WarriorsMar 28
- W133-110at Utah JazzMar 26
- L113-145at New York KnicksMar 22
- L111-132vs Oklahoma City ThunderMar 21
Chicago Bulls
Last 10: 2-8Streak W1119.1 scored · 128 allowed per game1-5 away
- W129-98at Washington WizardsApr 7
- L110-120vs Phoenix SunsApr 5
- L96-136at New York KnicksApr 3
- L126-145vs Indiana PacersApr 2
- L114-129at San Antonio SpursMar 31
- L124-125at Memphis GrizzliesMar 29
- L113-131at Oklahoma City ThunderMar 28
- L137-157at Philadelphia 76ersMar 25
- W132-124vs Houston RocketsMar 24
- L110-115vs Cleveland CavaliersMar 20
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit | - | 22 | W3 | .732 | 60 |
| Cleveland | 8 | 30 | W1 | .634 | 52 |
| Milwaukee | 28 | 50 | L1 | .390 | 32 |
| Chicago | 29 | 51 | L2 | .378 | 31 |
| Indiana | 41 | 63 | L2 | .232 | 19 |
| Atlanta | - | 36 | L1 | .561 | 46 |
| Orlando | 1 | 37 | L1 | .549 | 45 |
| Charlotte | 2 | 38 | W1 | .537 | 44 |
| Miami | 3 | 39 | W2 | .524 | 43 |
| Washington | 29 | 65 | L10 | .207 | 17 |
Box score
| Stat | Chicago Bulls | Washington Wizards |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 43-93 | 38-96 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 40 |
| Three-pointers | 9-30 | 10-38 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 26 |
| Free throws | 24-25 | 22-27 |
| Free throw % | 96 | 81 |
| Rebounds | 51 | 52 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 20 |
| Defensive rebounds | 38 | 32 |
| Assists | 26 | 24 |
| Steals | 12 | 12 |
| Blocks | 4 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 17 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 19 | 23 |
| Fast-break points | 26 | 18 |
| Points in the paint | 68 | 50 |
| Fouls | 21 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 19 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 93 | 6 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter87-74Tre Jones makes two point shot (Rob Dillingham assists)
- 4th Quarter89-74Leonard Miller makes 2-foot layup (Mac McClung assists)
- 4th Quarter89-75Anthony Gill makes free throw 1 of 3
- 4th Quarter89-76Anthony Gill makes free throw 2 of 3
- 4th Quarter89-77Anthony Gill makes free throw 3 of 3
- 4th Quarter91-77Collin Sexton makes 3-foot driving floating jump shot (Tre Jones assists)
- 4th Quarter91-79Jamir Watkins makes driving layup (Sharife Cooper assists)
- 4th Quarter91-80Jamir Watkins makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter94-80Leonard Miller makes 23-foot three point jumper (Lachlan Olbrich assists)
- 4th Quarter96-80Leonard Miller makes 1-foot running dunk (Yuki Kawamura assists)
- 4th Quarter96-82Jamir Watkins makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter98-82Collin Sexton makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter100-82Yuki Kawamura makes running layup (Rob Dillingham assists)
- 4th Quarter100-83Will Riley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter100-84Will Riley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter101-84Leonard Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter102-84Leonard Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter102-86Sharife Cooper makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter103-86Yuki Kawamura makes technical free throw
- 4th Quarter103-87Julian Reese makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter103-89Will Riley makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter103-90Will Riley makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter103-93Justin Champagnie makes 23-foot running jump shot (Sharife Cooper assists)
- 4th Quarter105-93Collin Sexton makes layup (Patrick Williams assists)
- 4th Quarter105-95Julian Reese makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter106-95Tre Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter107-95Tre Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter107-97Leaky Black makes 14-foot pullup jump shot (Will Riley assists)
- 4th Quarter110-97Tre Jones makes 26-foot three pointer (Patrick Williams assists)
- 4th Quarter112-97Lachlan Olbrich makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter112-98Jamir Watkins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter113-98Tre Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter114-98Tre Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter117-98Patrick Williams makes 25-foot three point jumper (Collin Sexton assists)
- 4th Quarter117-100Will Riley makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter117-103Leaky Black makes 28-foot three point jumper (Will Riley assists)
- 4th Quarter117-104Anthony Gill makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter117-106Will Riley makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter117-108Will Riley makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter119-108Rob Dillingham makes 5-foot turnaround jump shot
Win probability
Above the line favours Washington Wizards, below favours Chicago Bulls.
Venue
- Capital One ArenaWashington, DC
- Attendance15482
- OfficialsGediminas Petraitis, JD Ralls, Robert Hussey
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