Sixers favored to sweep Bulls in BetCast matchup

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The last time Joel Embiid squared off against the Bulls, he dropped 40 points. 

Oddsmakers expect similar production from the Sixers' All-Star center during Monday's showdown between the two teams, with Embiid's over/under for total points listed at 31.5 (-115).

Those banking on a big night from Embiid, or wagering on the game through PointsBet, can get real-time analysis and advice during NBC Sports Chicago's dual-market sports betting telecast.

As the traditional Bulls broadcast airs on NBC Sports Chicago, BetCast will broadcast live on NBC Sports Chicago Plus. The alternate live game sports-betting experience will include commentary from NBC Sports EDGE host Sara Perlman, NBC Sports Philadelphia’s Jim Lynam, NBC Sports Chicago’s Kendall Gill and PointsBet Head Oddsmaker Jay Croucher.

Here are a few other bets that might be discussed:

Who is favored in the Sixers-Bulls game?

The Sixers, who will be looking to complete a season sweep of the Bulls, enter as seven-point favorites. The moneyline for the Sixers is -276, while the Bulls are listed at +220. 

The Sixers won the first three matchups of the season, with the most recent victory being a 119-108 win on Feb. 6. Philadelphia had its five-game winning streak snapped on Saturday by Miami, while the Bulls have dropped four straight.  

Can the Sixers contain DeMar DeRozan?

The Sixers have had no answer for DeMar DeRozan in the first three matchups between the two teams this season. 

DeRozan has averaged 35.7 points against the Sixers, his highest against any Eastern Conference opponent this season. That was capped by a season-high 45 points during their last meeting when the Bulls were without Zach LaVine.

DeRozan enters Monday's game with an over/under of 28.5 total points (-115).

'The Beard' is back

James Harden helped the Sixers produce the top offensive rating in the league over his first four games at 126.2 points per 100 possessions.

He sat out Saturday's game against the Heat and the Sixers mustered a season-low 82 points on 34.1 percent shooting.

Harden returns to the lineup Monday, having averaged 12 assists per game since joining the Sixers. His assist total over/under against the Bulls is listed at 10.5 (-115).

Maxey's maximum potential

One of the main beneficiaries following the addition of James Harden has been Tyrese Maxey. 

In his first four games playing alongside Harden, Maxey has averaged 26.8  points on 64.9 percent shooting from the field. During that stretch, he has made 70 percent of his 3-pointers, connecting on 3.5 of his 5.0 attempts per.

Maxey's over/under for 3s made against the Bulls is listed at 1.5 (over -171, under +130).

Editor's note: All odds are provided by our partner, PointsBet. PointsBet is our Official Sports Betting Partner and we may receive compensation if you place a bet on PointsBet for the first time after clicking our links.

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