Chicago Bulls Away Underdog After a Win Betting Trend
ATS Record, ROI Analysis & Historical Performance Data (2014-2024)
The public often underestimates the Chicago Bulls in this spot. Since 2014, when playing as away underdog after a win, the Chicago Bulls hold a record of 38-27-0 against the spread. That's a 0.0% win rate and a +11.6% return on investment—meaning a bettor wagering $100 per game would be up $8 over this period.
Year-by-Year Performance
| Season | Record | Win % | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 5-0-0 | 0.0% | +90.9% |
| 2015 | 5-1-0 | 0.0% | +59.1% |
| 2016 | 0-6-0 | 0.0% | -100.0% |
| 2017 | 2-2-0 | 0.0% | -4.5% |
| 2018 | 4-0-0 | 0.0% | +90.9% |
| 2019 | 3-6-0 | 0.0% | -36.4% |
| 2020 | 7-1-0 | 0.0% | +67.0% |
| 2021 | 3-4-0 | 0.0% | -18.2% |
| 2022 | 2-3-0 | 0.0% | -23.6% |
| 2023 | 5-1-0 | 0.0% | +59.1% |
| 2024 | 2-3-0 | 0.0% | -23.6% |
Why This Trend Exists
The Bulls' success as road underdogs following victories stems from a potent combination of psychological momentum and strategic positioning that often catches oddsmakers off-guard. Chicago has historically thrived when expectations are lowered, and this specific scenario creates the perfect storm of confidence from their previous win while still being undervalued by the betting market due to their underdog status on the road. The franchise's culture, particularly during their competitive eras, has always emphasized resilience and proving doubters wrong. When the Bulls enter hostile territory as underdogs after already building confidence from a recent victory, they often play with the kind of chip-on-their-shoulder mentality that leads to inspired performances. The psychological lift from their previous win provides crucial momentum, while the underdog role eliminates pressure and allows players to compete more freely. From a strategic standpoint, teams coming off wins often maintain better execution of their game plan and exhibit improved chemistry, factors that become magnified when facing the additional motivation of being counted out on the road. The betting market frequently overadjusts for Chicago's road struggles without properly accounting for their positive mental state. This trend carries the most weight when the Bulls are catching significant points (6+) against quality opponents, as the combination of motivation and value creates optimal betting conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Chicago Bulls's ATS record as away underdog after a win?
The Chicago Bulls have a 38-27-0 ATS record as away underdogs after a win from 2014-2024. This translates to a 58.5% ATS win rate over 65 games.
Is betting on the Chicago Bulls as away underdog after a win profitable?
Yes, betting on the Chicago Bulls as away underdogs after a win has been profitable with an 11.6% ROI from 2014-2024. Despite the 0.0% straight-up win rate, they consistently cover the spread in this situation.
How does this compare to the league average?
This 58.5% ATS rate significantly outperforms the typical 50% expectation for spread betting. The 11.6% ROI indicates strong value compared to league averages, making this a historically profitable betting situation.
BACK This Trend
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All trends in The Archives are calculated from official game results and closing point spreads from 2014 to 2024. ROI assumes a flat $100 bet at standard -110 juice. Win rate is calculated as wins divided by total decisions (pushes excluded). A minimum of 10 games is required for a trend to be published. Data is sourced from The Odds API and verified against official league records.