Cleveland Cavaliers vs Chicago Bulls (12-19-2025) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more

The Chicago Bulls defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 127-111 at home on Wednesday, setting up their second meeting in three days. Donovan Mitchell and the Cavaliers are a familiar opponent for the Bulls as they begin their three-game road trip. When the Bulls take on Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers, they hope to begin a fresh winning run.

The Bulls won the first game in Chicago on Wednesday, and this is the second meeting between the two clubs in three days. The Cavaliers, who only had 18 losses in the previous season, suffered their 13th setback on Wednesday and are looking to get back on track to becoming a contender.

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Chicago Bulls - When and where to watch the game

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Chicago Bulls match is set to tip off on Wednesday, December 19 at 7:30 pm EST at Rocket Arena Cleveland. Fans can watch the entire match on FanDuel Sports Network Ohio, FanDuel Sports App, and NBA League Pass. They can also stream it online on Fubo and Prime Video.

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Chicago Bulls - Expected Starting Lineups

Cleveland Cavaliers

PG Darius Garland
SG Donovan Mitchell
SF Jaylon Tyson
PF Dean Wade
C Jarrett Allen

Chicago Bulls

PG Josh Giddey
SG Coby White
SF Isaac Okoro
PF Matas Buzelis
C Nikola Vucevic

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Chicago Bulls - Injury Report

Cleveland Cavaliers

• Max Strus (foot)- Out
• Larry Nance Jr. (knee)- Out
• Sam Merrill (hand)- Out
• Evan Mobley (calf)- Out
• Donovan Mitchell (illness)- Questionable

Chicago Bulls

• Noa Essengue (shoulder)- Out
• Ayo Dosunmu (thumb)- Questionable
• Tre Jones (hamstring)- Questionable
• Zach Collins (wrist)- Probable

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Chicago Bulls - Game Prediction

After a two-game homestand in which they defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers but lost to the New Orleans Pelicans, the Bulls will embark on a three-game road trip in Cleveland. The Bulls defeated the Cavaliers 127-111 in their most recent game, which may have been their best since their 5-0 start.

Their outstanding ball and player movement throughout the game is demonstrated by their 35 assists in the victory. Their successful 2-3 zone defense contributed significantly to their victory by cutting into the Cavaliers' early double-digit lead.

On the other hand, with two extremely disappointing losses to the Chicago Bulls and Charlotte Hornets, the Cleveland Cavaliers are currently on a two-game losing streak. In contrast, the Bulls rank 13th in three-pointers made (13.8) and ninth in three-pointers attempted (38.1). Fans are therefore excitedly anticipating the game.


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