Why Giannis Could Have a Big Game in Rebounds and Assists Against the Bulls
With a favorable matchup, Giannis Antetokounmpo looks set to clear the over 17.5 Rebounds & Assists line (-135 FLIFF) against the Chicago Bulls this week.
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Rebounding Advantage
The Bulls’ defensive setup gives Giannis plenty of rebounding potential. Chicago ranks among the most generous teams, allowing the third-most rebounds per game to power forwards. With Giannis likely guarding low-usage player Pat Williams, he’ll have more room to roam, placing him in ideal rebounding positions. Last season, Giannis averaged 13.25 rebounds in his four matchups against the Bulls, making it clear he’s thrived on the boards against this team.
Prime Assist Opportunities
Chicago’s defense is well-known for collapsing in the paint, as they allowed only 45.4 points per game there last season, the lowest in the NBA. This setup pressures players driving to the rim to kick out to open shooters, which should work to Giannis’s advantage given that 78.2% of his field goals are taken inside the paint. With Damian Lillard now in charge of much of the scoring, Giannis may find even more opportunities to generate assists in this drive-and-kick setup, especially as Chicago ranked eighth in the most assists allowed per game last season.
Consistent Performance Against Chicago
Giannis has consistently hit this combined rebounds and assists line in past matchups with Chicago, clearing it in three of their last four games. The only miss came when Khris Middleton was also on the floor, impacting Giannis’s assists. However, in a similar lineup setup this season, he recorded 21 rebounds and assists in just 31 minutes.
Given his strong track record against Chicago and the favorable game conditions, Giannis looks well-positioned to clear the over 17.5 Rebounds & Assists line this week.
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