Chicago at Denver

The surprising Chicago Bulls will take their 10-5 record to Denver to square off with the Nuggets. The Nuggets had a five-game winning streak, but they otherwise have been mediocre, and they have dropped two straight games. The Bulls have been strong on the defensive end, and for the season they have allowed just one opponent to shoot 50% or better. The Nuggets have allowed each of their last two opponents to shoot over 50% and have been inconsistent on the defensive end. I like taking a dog with the better record, especially one that commits every game to the defensive end. Make the play on Chicago.