What To Expect In Third Chicago Bulls-Cleveland Cavaliers Matchup
Two nights ago, the Cleveland Cavaliers had their nine-game winning streak snapped in a 123-121 defeat to the Philadelphia 76ers.
Tonight, the Wine and Gold will play their final game before the NBA All-Star Break when they host the Chicago Bulls.
Here are four things to expect in the third matchup between these two teams this season.
1. Cleveland Thriving from Three-Point Range
As a team, Cleveland has made at least 12 three-pointers in a franchise-record 20 consecutive games.
The Wine and Gold have averaged 16.0 three-pointers made and 51.0 three-point attempts per contest in two games against the Bulls this season.
2. Allen Stuffing the Stat Sheet
Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen has performed well against the Bulls so far this season.
In Cleveland’s previous two games against Chicago, the 25-year-old has averaged 14.5 points, 15.5 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 1.5 steals, and one block per contest, while shooting an exceptional 71.4% from the field.
Jan 15, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan (11) shoots beside Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (31) in the fourth quarter at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.
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3. White with Plenty of Points
Bulls guard Coby White has been one of Chicago’s primary scorers against the Cavaliers this season.
White has averaged 17.5 points per game in two contests against Cleveland, which ranks second on the Bulls. He has also averaged 4.0 rebounds, 5.0 assists, and 1.5 blocks in these two games.
4. A Tough Offensive Night for Chicago
Chicago ranks 25th in the NBA with an average of 111.9 points per game.
Cleveland’s defense has played very well in two games against the Bulls so far this season, holding them to just 93.0 points per contest.
