The Cleveland Cavaliers will visit the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at 8:00 PM. The Cavaliers have a current record of 15-12, placing them 7th in the Eastern Conference. They recently lost to the Charlotte Hornets, but Darius Garland had a strong showing with 26 points.
The Bulls hold a 10-15 record and are ranked 11th in the Eastern Conference. They also come off a loss against the New Orleans Pelicans. Josh Giddey contributed 11 points and 5 assists in that game. Both teams aim to bounce back in this game, which will be broadcast on CHSN.
Cleveland Cavaliers Team Preview
The Cleveland Cavaliers have had a mixed performance recently. They won against the Washington Wizards with a 130-126 score. Donovan Mitchell played a key role, scoring 48 points in that game. However, they lost to the Charlotte Hornets 119-111 and to the Golden State Warriors 99-94.
This season, the Cavaliers are putting up 118.7 points per game, placing them 10th in the league. They are attempting the most field goals in the league with 92.5 per game. However, their field goal percentage is 45.6, which ranks 23rd. They make an average of 15 three-pointers per game, which is 5th overall, but their three-point percentage is 33.9, ranking them 28th.
Donovan Mitchell leads the team with an average of 30.7 points per game. Evan Mobley is a strong presence as well, averaging 19.1 points and 9.3 rebounds. Injuries may affect the team, with key players like Larry Nance Jr., Max Strus, Sam Merrill, and Evan Mobley currently out. These absences could impact their upcoming performance against the Chicago Bulls.
Chicago Bulls Team Preview
The Chicago Bulls recently faced the New Orleans Pelicans at home, losing 114-104. Coby White led the team with 20 points, while Nikola Vučević added 12 points and 8 rebounds. The Bulls made 41.3% of their field goals, which was not enough to secure a win.
In their game against the Charlotte Hornets, the Bulls won with a score of 129-126. Josh Giddey stood out with 26 points, 7 rebounds, and 11 assists. The team showed improvement in shooting, making 55.3% of their shots.
Looking at the season, the Bulls score 117.2 points per game, placing them 15th in the league. They allow 122.4 points per game, which is among the highest in the league. The team relies on players like Josh Giddey, who averages 20.1 points per game, and Coby White, who averages 21.7 points per game.
Betting Prediction
The Cavaliers have a high number of field goal attempts per game, leading the league in this area. This suggests they will keep up the pace against the Bulls. With both teams scoring over 115 points per game, a high-scoring game is likely.
The Bulls rank third in possessions per game, indicating they like to push the tempo. Their defense, however, allows 122.4 points per game, which is among the worst in the league. This could lead to many points scored by both teams.
The Cavaliers have a strong three-point shooting game, making 15 per game. While their percentage is low, the volume could exploit the Bulls’ defense. Given these factors, the game is likely to exceed the total points line.
- Pick: Over 243.5
