Chicago Bulls vs Cleveland Cavaliers: preview and player stats (Mar 20, 2027)
Regular season7:30 PM
Chicago Bulls at Cleveland Cavaliers
Rocket Arena · Cleveland, OH
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Who wins?
Season leaders, per game
CLE
CHI19.3PointsCLE22.8
CHI7.4ReboundsCLE8.3
CHI8.3AssistsCLE5.6
- CHI1.8StealsCLE1.3
- CHI1.5BlocksCLE1.7
| CHI | Stat | CLE |
|---|---|---|
| 1–9 | Record | 6–6 |
| Offense | ||
| -14.6, 30th in the league | Net rating | 12th in the league, 2.0(better) |
| 106.9, 26th in the league | Offensive rating | 10th in the league, 114.1(better) |
| 106.0, 1st in the league | Pace | 18th in the league, 101.1 |
| 50.3, 28th in the league | eFG% | 6th in the league, 55.0(better) |
| 13.5, 18th in the league | TOV% | 5th in the league, 11.5(better) |
| 27.7(better), 15th in the league | OREB% | 24th in the league, 24.8 |
| 0.346(better), 5th in the league | FT rate | 17th in the league, 0.279 |
| Defense | ||
| 121.5, 30th in the league | Defensive rating | 17th in the league, 112.1(better) |
| 56.5, 26th in the league | Opp. eFG% | 9th in the league, 52.2(better) |
| 11.1(better), 27th in the league | Opp. TOV% | 29th in the league, 10.8 |
| 68.0, 28th in the league | DREB% | 14th in the league, 73.3(better) |
| 0.315, 23rd in the league | Opp. FT rate | 3rd in the league, 0.234(better) |
This season's meetings
They have not met this season.
Injury report
Chicago Bulls
- Norman PowellQuestionable· back Nov 13Report updated ·
Report note
Injury/Illness - Low Back Spasms (2026-11-13, ATL@CHI). Prior reporting (2026-11-12): Powell (shoulder) is questionable for Friday's game against the Hawks. Powell is trying to avoid a third consecutive absence due to a shoulder injury. With rookie standout Caleb Wilson (hand) going on the shelf for multiple weeks, Tre Jones and Isaac Okoro both have a chance to step up for the Bulls.
- Caleb WilsonOut· back Dec 13Report updated ·
Report note
Injury/Illness - Right Metacarpal Fracture (2026-11-13, ATL@CHI). Prior reporting (2026-11-12): Wilson (hand) is expected to miss four to six weeks, Shams Charania of ESPN reports. The rookie forward went down during Wednesday's loss to the Spurs, and he now needs surgery to repair a fractured right hand. More pressure will likely fall on Josh Giddey going forward, while the likes of Tre Jones and Isaac Okoro will have a chance for added streaming value.
- Tobe AwakaOut· back Nov 14Report updated ·
Report note
Injury/Illness - Disc Irritation (2026-11-13, ATL@CHI). Prior reporting (2026-11-12): Awaka (back) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Hawks. Awaka will miss a second consecutive contest due to a back issue. His next chance to suit up will come Saturday at Minnesota.
- Dailyn SwainQuestionable· back Nov 13Report updated ·
Report note
Injury/Illness - Right Disc Irritation (2026-11-13, ATL@CHI). Prior reporting (2026-11-12): Swain (back) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against Atlanta. Swain is in danger of missing a second straight game due to right disc irritation. However, his potential absence wouldn't cause any significant waves in the rotation.
Cleveland Cavaliers
- Evan MobleyOut· back Nov 14Report updated ·
Report note
Injury/Illness - Left Great Toe - Sprain (2026-11-13, CLE@MIA). Prior reporting (2026-11-12): Mobley (toe) is out for Friday's game against the Heat. The star big man took a hard fall late in Wednesday's win over the Knicks, and he's missing his first contest of the season Friday with a sprained toe. With Mobley sidelined, Jaylon Tyson, Meleek Thomas and Mario Hezonja are each viable streaming options.
- Sam MerrillOut· back Nov 16Report updated ·
Report note
Injury/Illness - Right Elbow Injury Management (2026-11-13, CLE@MIA). Prior reporting (2026-11-10): Merrill (elbow) is listed as out for Wednesday's game against the Knicks. Merrill has battled a lingering elbow issue since the preseason. He will now miss a third consecutive contest, with his next opportunity to suit up coming Friday in Miami. While Merrill is sidelined, Craig Porter, Meleek Thomas and Tyrese Proctor should see more minutes.
- Nae'Qwan TomlinOutReport updated ·
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Injury/Illness - Low Back Stress Reaction (2026-11-13, CLE@MIA).
- Ernest Udeh, Jr.OutReport updated ·
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G League - Two-Way (2026-11-13, CLE@MIA).
- Khalifa DiopOutReport updated ·
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G League - On Assignment (2026-11-13, CLE@MIA).
| Player | MIN | PTS | REB | AST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caleb Wilson | 30.8 | 18.9 | 6.2 | 1.9 |
| Norman Powell | 28.7 | 19.3 | 2.5 | 1.6 |
| Josh Giddey | 27.6 | 10.2 | 4.6 | 8.3 |
 Matas Buzelis | 26.3 | 13.5 | 4.3 | 2.0 |
 Patrick Williams | 24.2 | 6.7 | 3.3 | 3.0 |
| Player | MIN | PTS | REB | AST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donovan Mitchell | 33.0 | 22.8 | 5.0 | 5.5 |
| James Harden | 32.7 | 16.7 | 4.6 | 5.6 |
 Evan Mobley | 32.0 | 16.9 | 7.3 | 3.6 |
| Peyton Watson | 28.0 | 11.0 | 4.6 | 2.8 |
| Jarrett Allen | 25.4 | 12.9 | 8.3 | 1.4 |
Last five games
| Date | Opponent | Result | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 11 |  | Lost 119–124 | +15.5, covered | 237.5, went over |
| Nov 8 |  | Lost 121–127 | +9.5, covered | 238.5, went over |
| Nov 4 |  | Lost 105–135 | +11.5, did not cover | 234.5, went over |
| Nov 2 | | Lost 107–126 | +10.5, did not cover | 240.5, went under |
| Oct 30 |  | Lost 111–125 | +13.5, did not cover | 236.5, went under |
| Date | Opponent | Result | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 11 | | Won 115–107 | +4.5, covered | 221.5, went over |
| Nov 9 |  | Lost 112–124 | −8.5, did not cover | 215.5, went over |
| Nov 7 | | Lost 97–109 | +4.5, did not cover | 223.5, went under |
| Nov 6 | | Won 119–95 | +2.5, covered | 231.5, went under |
| Nov 4 |  | Lost 116–124 | +3.5, did not cover | 226.5, went over |
Standings
Full standings
- Evan MobleyCLEOutCost -3.0 per 100
- Sam MerrillCLEOutCost -1.8 per 100
- Norman PowellCHIQuestionableCost -1.5 per 100
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The box score appears at tip-off.
Season series
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