Raptors vs Bulls Free Pick, NBA Free Pick & Predictions 2/19/26

J.A. Cavalier
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Raptors vs Bulls Free Pick

The Toronto Raptors (32-23) head to the United Center tonight in a matchup that highlights two teams moving in opposite directions. Toronto enters the second half of the season focused on securing a top-six seed in the Eastern Conference, while Chicago continues to navigate a reset following a six-game losing streak and significant trade deadline roster changes.

From a betting perspective, this game is defined by stability versus uncertainty. The Raptors have established a clear identity built on defensive structure and disciplined half-court execution. Chicago, meanwhile, is adjusting to new rotations and a shifting offensive hierarchy, which has resulted in inconsistent production on both ends of the floor.

Toronto’s ability to control tempo and limit second-chance opportunities could prove decisive against a Bulls team that has struggled to generate efficient scoring during its skid. The Raptors’ continuity and defensive accountability give them a measurable edge, particularly against a Chicago squad still searching for cohesion.

With playoff positioning on the line for Toronto and transitional growing pains evident in Chicago, the situational and analytical angles both point toward the more stable side entering this contest.

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FREE PICK UNDER 232

Everyone sees Chicago ranked 5th in pace at 102.33 and assumes this game flies Over. But pace without efficiency is just running in circles. Since the deadline moves, the Bulls’ offense has cratered. They’re 0-21 when scoring under 100, and now they face a Raptors defense allowing just 112.3 per game. Toronto plays slow — 22nd in pace — and they’ll drag this into half-court sets where Chicago’s lack of playmaking without White and Vucevic really shows. The Bulls just managed 105 against Boston, and now we’re expecting them to help clear 232? That’s optimistic at best. With rust coming off the break and sharp money already leaning Under, this is a classic spot where the market is too high. Under 232 is the professional side