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Bulls vs. Cavaliers prediction: Cleveland to win, Donovan Mitchell projected for big game in Friday's NBA matchup [12/19/2025]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Chicago Bulls vs Cleveland Cavaliers predictions for NBA Friday.
NBA action continues on Friday at 7:30 PM ET as the Chicago Bulls face off with the favored Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena.
Based on the latest simulations and today’s injury reports, Dimers' proven NBA model predicts the Cavaliers as the most likely winner of the Bulls vs. Cavaliers game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Cavaliers lineup will feature players like Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland and Jaylon Tyson, while the Bulls will be led by Coby White, Josh Giddey and Nikola Vucevic.
This article offers further insights into Friday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Bulls vs. Cavs prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Friday's NBA game between the Bulls and Cavaliers 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Cavaliers a 71% chance of beating the Bulls. Our predicted final score has the Cavaliers winning 122-116.
According to our model, the Bulls (+6.5) have a 55% chance of covering the spread, while the 240.5-point over/under has a 54% chance of staying under.
Bulls vs. Cavaliers odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Bulls | Cavaliers |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +6.5 (-102) | -6.5 (-115) |
| Moneyline | +235 | -265 |
| Total | o240.5 (-108) | u240.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Bulls vs. Cavaliers picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Bulls +6.5 | -102 |
| Moneyline | Cavaliers | -265 |
| Total | Under 240.5 | -110 |
According to our best NBA bets for Friday, the top play to make on this game is Bulls +6.5 at the spread.
Bulls vs. Cavaliers player props
NBA player props are an enjoyable way to wager on the Bulls vs. Cavaliers matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Rocket Arena.
Coby White is expected to lead the Bulls with 20 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists, while Donovan Mitchell is projected to have 30 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the Cavaliers.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Bulls prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Bulls are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coby White | 20 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 35 |
| Josh Giddey | 19 | 9 | 9 | 2 | 49 |
| Nikola Vucevic | 14 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 33 |
| Matas Buzelis | 12 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25 |
| Ayo Dosunmu | 10 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 22 |
Cavaliers prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Cavaliers:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D. Mitchell | 30 | 5 | 6 | 4 | 52 |
| Darius Garland | 22 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 42 |
| Jaylon Tyson | 16 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 33 |
| Jarrett Allen | 15 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 35 |
| De'Andre Hunter | 15 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 27 |
Bulls vs. Cavs game-day updates and essential details
Friday's action between the Cavaliers and Bulls at Rocket Arena is scheduled to commence at 7:30 PM ET.
- Who: Chicago Bulls vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
- Date: Friday, December 19, 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: Rocket Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Cavaliers, with a 71% win probability, will likely beat the Bulls on Friday, with Donovan Mitchell projected for a game-high 52 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Bulls vs. Cavaliers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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