| MATCHUP | Chicago Bulls | Cleveland Cavaliers |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 11-15 | 15-13 |
| Spread | +4.5 -115 | -4.5 -105 |
| Moneyline | +150 | -180 |
| Total | Over 237.5 (-110) | Under 237.5 (-110) |
| Where | Rocket Arena, Cleveland, OH | |
| When | Friday, December 19, 2025 | |
| Time | 07:30 PM EST | |
| TV | CHSN | |
The Chicago Bulls and Cleveland Cavaliers meet Friday in NBA action at the Rocket Arena. Here’s a Chicago Bulls vs Cleveland Cavaliers Prediction. This article will include a Chicago Bulls vs Cleveland Cavaliers Pick.
Chicago Bulls Betting Preview
The Chicago Bulls lost to the Pelicans, beat the Cavs, and they play the Hawks next. The Bulls haven’t won 2 straight games since November 19.
The Chicago Bulls are averaging 117.2 points on 46.8 percent shooting and allowing 122.4 points on 47.7 percent shooting. Coby White is averaging 21.7 points and 3.2 rebounds, while Josh Giddey is averaging 20.1 points and 8.8 assists. Nikola Vucevic is the third double-digit scorer and Ayo Dosunmu is grabbing 2.7 rebounds. The Chicago Bulls are shooting 36.1 percent from beyond the arc and 79.4 percent from the free-throw line. The Chicago Bulls are allowing 36.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.3 rebounds per game.
Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Preview
The Cleveland Cavaliers lost to the Hornets and Bulls, and they play the Hornets next. The Cavs have lost 7 of their last 10 games.
The Cleveland Cavaliers are averaging 118.7 points on 45.6 percent shooting and allowing 116 points on 46.2 percent shooting. Donovan Mitchell is averaging 30.7 points and 5.5 assists, while Evan Mobley is averaging 19.1 points and 4.1 assists. Darius Garland is the third double-digit scorer and De’Andre Hunter is grabbing 4.3 rebounds. The Cleveland Cavaliers are shooting 33.9 percent from beyond the arc and 77.2 percent from the free throw line. The Cleveland Cavaliers are allowing 36.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45 rebounds per game.
Why the Cleveland Cavaliers will win
- The Cavaliers have won each of their last 18 games at Rocket Arena against Central Division opponents that held a losing record.
- The Bulls have lost each of their last nine road games against Central Division opponents.
- The Bulls have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven games as road underdogs against Central Division opponents following a win.
- The Cavaliers have covered the spread in six of their last seven games at Rocket Arena against Bulls teams that held a losing record.
Why the Chicago Bulls will win
- The underdogs have won four of the Cavaliers’ last five games at Rocket Arena.
- The Cavaliers have lost four of their last five games as favorites following a road loss.
- The Cavaliers have failed to cover the spread in seven of their last eight games at Rocket Arena against teams that held a losing record.
- The Bulls have covered the spread in nine of their last 10 road games against the Cavaliers following a home win.
Total Points Facts
- Nine of the Cavaliers’ last 10 games at Rocket Arena have gone UNDER the total points line.
- Five of the Bulls’ last six games have gone UNDER the total points line.
Cleveland Cavaliers Player Facts
- Lonzo Ball ranks 19th amongst qualified players for steals per 36 minutes (2.2) this season.
- Darius Garland leads all Cavaliers players for assists per 36 minutes (7.7) this season.
Chicago Bulls Player Facts
- Nikola Vucevic ranks 15th amongst qualified players for rebounds per game (9.1) this season.
- Coby White leads all Bulls players for points per 36 minutes (27.0) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Cavaliers rank 29th in the league for Q2 points per game this season (27.0).
- The Cavaliers rank 2nd in the league for H2 points per game this season (60.9).
- The Bulls rank 28th in the league for opponent field goal attempts per game this season (93.6).
- The Bulls rank 28th in the league for Q4 opponent points per game this season (30.4).
Chicago Bulls vs Cleveland Cavaliers Injury Report
The Cavs will be without Max Strus, Larry Nance Jr., Evan Mobley, and Sam Merrill. Donovan Mitchell is questionable.
The Bulls will be without Noa Essengue. Ayo Dosunmu and Tre Jones are questionable.
Chicago Bulls vs Cleveland Cavaliers Prediction
For those who have followed along all season know I’ve said it many times. The Cavs continue to get priced like last year’s team, and they’re just not that team. The Cavs have lost 7 of their last 10 games, and they’re a league worst 8-20 ATS on the season. The Cavs are 8-22 ATS in their last 30 games as a favorite. Since November 28, the Cavs are 3-6 SU as a favorite. We just saw the Bulls beat the Cavs on Wednesday. We’re also seeing Mitchell listed as questionable. There’s no way in hell I’m laying this number with the Cavaliers. Give me the Bulls and the points.