Cleveland Cavaliers vs Chicago Bulls Preview
In a Central Division matchup, the Cleveland Cavaliers (-175) will host the Chicago Bulls (+145) at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 ET and the game will be televised on NBCS.
Currently, the Cavaliers are 4-point favorites and are on a four-game winning streak. They are 22-15 on the season and sit 4th in the Eastern Conference. On the other side, the Bulls are 19-22 and are 9th in the East.
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Cleveland Cavaliers vs Chicago Bulls Head-to-Head and Key Stats
In the last three games between Chicago and Cleveland, the Cavaliers have dominated the series, going 3-0. This includes a convincing margin of victory of 11 points per contest. Across the last three head-to-head matchups, Cleveland is averaging 117 points compared to Chicago at 106.
- In their last three games away from home, the Bulls have a straight up record of 2-1 while going 0-2-1 vs the spread. The team’s offense averaged 113 points per game in these contests.
- Across their last three home contests, Cleveland has been good against the spread posting a mark of 2-1. Their overall mark in these games was 2-1, while averaging 114 points per game.
- In their last three games as the betting underdog, the Bulls have a straight up record of 0-3 and an ATS mark of 0-3.
- As the betting favorite, the Cavaliers have an ATS record of 2-1 in their last three games. In these matchups, their straight up record was 3-0.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Chicago Bulls Prediction
Today, the Bulls are looking to extend their winning streak to three games after defeating the Spurs 122-116. In the Eastern Conference, the Bulls are currently in 9th place with a record of 19-22.
In non-conference games, the Bulls are 7-7 compared to 12-15 against other Eastern Conference teams. On the road, the Bulls are 6-12 for the season.
Against the spread, the Bulls are 20-20 overall and have gone 7-10 ATS on the road. As the underdog, the Bulls have lost three straight ATS and are 8-15 as the underdog this season.
This year, the Bulls have an O/U record of 21-19-1, and the over has hit in their last four games. On average, their games have finished with 223.1 points, and today’s O/U line is set at 220.
So far this season, the Bulls have been one of the worst offensive teams in the league, ranking 27th in scoring at 110.6 points per game. When playing on the road, they have averaged 110.1 points per game.
Chicago has outscored the NBA scoring average in just 34.1% of their games this season. In terms of pace, they are the slowest team in the league at 96.6 possessions per game.
When it comes to their shooting, the Bulls are 26th in field goal percentage at 45%. They have been better inside the arc, ranking 17th in two-point field goals made, but just 27th in two-point shooting percentage.
At present, the Bulls’ defense is ranked 12th, allowing 112.5 points per game. The Chicago defense has allowed opponents to shoot 36.5% from beyond the arc this season. Opposing teams are also hitting 46.8% of their field goal attempts vs. Chicago.
The Cavaliers are currently on a four-game winning streak and are favored by 4 points in today’s game vs. the Bulls. This season, Cleveland has been the favorite in 22 of their 37 games and have gone 16-6 in those games.
In their last game, the Cavaliers defeated the Nets by a score of 111-102. The O/U line for that game was 221.5 points, and Cleveland covered the spread as 3.5-point favorites.
This season, the Cavaliers have an O/U record of 18-18-1, with an average combined scoring total of 224.5 points per game. Today’s O/U line is set at 220 points, which is slightly lower than their season average of 224.7.
Against Eastern Conference opponents, the Cavaliers are 14-9 this season and are currently in 4th place in the East. In games vs. other Central Division teams, they are 3-3.
Cleveland has an ATS record of 18-17 this season, going 10-11 ATS at home and 8-6 ATS on the road. As the favorite, they are 11-10 ATS and have covered the spread in their last four games.
When playing at home, the Cavaliers are averaging 114.1 points per game, which is 22nd in the league. Overall, they are 20th in scoring at 113.2 points per game.
So far this season, Cleveland has outscored the NBA scoring average in 37.8% of their games. In terms of pace, they are 22nd in the league at 98.1 possessions per game.
When it comes to shooting, the Cavaliers are 15th in field goal percentage at 47%. From beyond the arc, they are 25th in three-point shooting at 35%. Overall, Cleveland is 9th in two-point shooting at 55%.
On defense, the Cavaliers come into the game ranked 4th in the league in points allowed at 111.3 per game. Over their last three games, the team is allowing 102.3 points per contest (9th). The Cleveland defense has allowed opponents to shoot 35.5% from beyond the arc this season. Opposing teams are also hitting 46.2% of their field goal attempts vs. Cleveland.
Coming in as 4 point favorites, our projections have the Cavaliers picking up a 112-109 win.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Chicago Bulls Betting Tips
- Take the Cavaliers on the moneyline
- On the spread, we like Bulls (+4)
- Projecting a combined 221 points, we like the over
Cleveland Cavaliers Injury Report
- Darius Garland – Jaw – Out
- Ty Jerome – Ankle – Out
- Max Strus – Knee – Questionable
- Evan Mobley – Knee – Out
Chicago Bulls Injury Report
- Lonzo Ball – Knee – Out
- Torrey Craig – Right Foot – Out
- Patrick Williams – Ankle – Questionable
- Ayo Dosunmu – Shoulder – Probable
- Dalen Terry – Patella – Probable
