Cleveland Cavaliers vs Chicago Bulls Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/17

The NBA regular season is heating up with a game between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Chicago Bulls. The Cavaliers have a record of 15-12, while the Bulls are sitting at 10-15. This game will take place at the United Center on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at 8:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on CHSN.

Cleveland, coached by Kenny Atkinson, is currently ranked 7th in the Eastern Conference. They have had a mixed performance in recent games, losing to the Charlotte Hornets but winning against the Washington Wizards. Chicago, led by Billy Donovan, holds the 11th spot in the Eastern Conference. Their last game was a loss to the New Orleans Pelicans. Both teams aim to improve their standings in the Central Division with this game.

Cavaliers vs Bulls Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Chicago Bulls
  • Venue: United Center
  • Date: Wednesday, December 17, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Cavaliers Spread: -5.5 (-109), Bulls Spread: +5.5 (-111), Cavaliers MoneyLine: -206, Bulls MoneyLine: +174, Over/Under: 243 (-110)

Cleveland Cavaliers Team Preview

The Cleveland Cavaliers have had mixed results in their recent games. They lost to the Charlotte Hornets by 8 points, scoring 111. In that game, Darius Garland led the team with 26 points and 9 assists.

In a high-scoring game against the Washington Wizards, the Cavaliers came out on top by 4 points. Donovan Mitchell was the standout player, scoring 48 points with a field goal percentage of 54.8%. Evan Mobley also contributed with 23 points and 13 rebounds.

The Cavaliers face injury challenges, with key players like Evan Mobley and Larry Nance Jr. out. Despite these setbacks, Donovan Mitchell remains a strong force, averaging 30.7 points per game. Their next game is against the Chicago Bulls, where they will rely on Mitchell and Garland to lead the charge.

Chicago Bulls Team Preview

The Chicago Bulls are playing at home and looking to bounce back from a recent loss. In their last home game, they lost to the New Orleans Pelicans, 114-104. Coby White stood out with 20 points, while the team shot 41.3% from the field.

Throughout the season, the Bulls have been scoring 117.2 points per game. They rank high in possessions per game at 102.6, which is third in the league. However, they allow 122.4 points per game, placing them 26th in defense.

Coby White and Josh Giddey have been key players for the Bulls. White averages 21.7 points per game, while Giddey adds 20.1 points and 8.8 assists. Ayo Dosunmu is questionable with a thumb sprain, and Noa Essengue is out for the season with a shoulder injury.

BTB Betting Pick

The Cavaliers are favored by 5.5 points against the Bulls. With the Cavaliers averaging 118.7 points per game and the Bulls allowing 122.4 points per game, Cleveland has a good chance to cover the spread. The projected score is Cavaliers 124, Bulls 116, so picking the Cavaliers to cover the -5.5 spread is a solid choice.

The total for this game is set at 243 points. The Cavaliers allow 115.9 points per game, while the Bulls score 117.2 points per game. With a projected total of 240 points, going with the Under 243 is a reasonable pick. Both teams have shown they can score, but the total might not reach this high mark.