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Cleveland Cavaliers vs Chicago Bulls: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Cleveland Cavaliers (5-6) visit the Chicago Bulls (1-8) on Thursday, December 3, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET, at United Center, Chicago, IL. TV: NBA TV. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Chicago Bulls vs Cleveland Cavaliers.

NBAThursday, December 3, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers logoCleveland Cavaliers5-6
8:00 PM ETDec 3, 2026
Chicago Bulls logoChicago Bulls1-8
DateDec 3, 2026
Time8:00 PM ET
VenueUnited Center, Chicago, IL
TVNBA TV

Team comparison

Cleveland CavaliersChicago Bulls
Points per game
116.5
112.7
Points allowed per game
115.0
129.3
5-6Record1-8
2nd in Central DivisionStanding4th in Central Division
1-4Road record / home record0-3
LLWLLLast 5LLLLL
L2StreakL7

Team stats

Cleveland CavaliersChicago Bulls
L2StreakL7
Points Against
115.0
129.3
5-5Last Ten Games1-8
Points Per Game
116.5
112.7
Field Goal %
46
42
Three Point %
37
27
Rebounds Per Game
46.2
43.7
Assists Per Game
27.0
25.2
Blocks Per Game
5.5
5.4
Steals Per Game
7.4
8.1
Team Turnovers Per Game
0.5
0.3
Total Turnovers Per Game
13.8
16.1

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Cleveland Cavaliers
Sam Merrill G · Elbow
Out
Jaylon Tyson G · Ankle - Sprain
Out
Chicago Bulls
Norman Powell G · Shoulder - Inflammation
Day-To-Day
Tobe Awaka F · Back
Day-To-Day
Zach Collins F · Illness
Day-To-Day

Recent form

Cleveland CavaliersLLWLL
Nov 9, 2026 · at Charlotte HornetsL 112-124
Nov 7, 2026 · vs New York KnicksL 97-109
Nov 6, 2026 · vs Philadelphia 76ersW 119-95
Nov 4, 2026 · at Oklahoma City ThunderL 116-124
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Oklahoma City ThunderL 112-117
Chicago BullsLLLLL
Nov 8, 2026 · vs Philadelphia 76ersL 121-127
Nov 4, 2026 · at New York KnicksL 105-135
Nov 2, 2026 · at Philadelphia 76ersL 107-126
Oct 30, 2026 · at Boston CelticsL 111-125
Oct 28, 2026 · vs New York KnicksL 127-133

Season series

Series starts 11/16
Mar 20, 2027CHI 0, CLE 0
Dec 3, 2026CLE 0, CHI 0
Nov 23, 2026CLE 0, CHI 0
Nov 16, 2026CHI 0, CLE 0

Team pages

Cleveland Cavaliers
Schedule, roster and statsChicago Bulls
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Cleveland Cavaliers vs Chicago Bulls?

The game is on Thursday, December 3, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET at United Center, Chicago, IL.

How can I watch Cleveland Cavaliers vs Chicago Bulls?

TV: NBA TV.

What are the records of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Chicago Bulls?

Cleveland Cavaliers: 5-6. Chicago Bulls: 1-8.

Who is injured for Cleveland Cavaliers vs Chicago Bulls?

Listed out or doubtful: Cleveland Cavaliers: Sam Merrill, Jaylon Tyson. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Cleveland Cavaliers vs Chicago Bulls played?

United Center, Chicago, IL.

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