Chicago Bulls vs Cleveland Cavaliers Recap

NBA Recap: Chicago Bulls vs Cleveland Cavaliers – 12/17/25

The Chicago Bulls defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 127–111 at the United Center. The game took place on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. This win brings the Bulls to a record of 11-15 for the season.

Josh Giddey stood out with a triple-double, scoring 23 points, grabbing 11 rebounds, and providing 11 assists. Coby White also contributed with 25 points. For the Cavaliers, Donovan Mitchell led with 32 points and 5 assists.

The Cleveland Cavaliers started strong in the first quarter, scoring 34 points. The Chicago Bulls stayed close with 33 points. In the second quarter, the Bulls gained a slight edge by scoring 29 points compared to the Cavaliers’ 24 points. This gave the Bulls a lead going into the half.

In the third quarter, the Bulls extended their lead by scoring 33 points while the Cavaliers put up 30 points. The Bulls continued to dominate in the fourth quarter, scoring 32 points, while the Cavaliers added 23 points. The Bulls’ better shooting and fewer turnovers helped them secure the win with a final score of 127-111.

In the game between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Chicago Bulls, several players stood out. Donovan Mitchell from the Cavaliers had an impressive performance. He scored 32 points, grabbed 1 rebound, and made 5 assists. His shooting was 11 out of 23 from the field.

On the Bulls’ side, Josh Giddey had a standout game. He recorded a triple-double with 23 points, 11 rebounds, and 11 assists. His contribution was key to the Bulls’ win.

Coby White also played well for the Bulls. He scored 25 points, secured 5 rebounds, and had 3 assists. His shooting was efficient, making 8 out of 13 shots.

What’s Next

The Chicago Bulls’ win over the Cleveland Cavaliers moves them to a record of 10-15. They are now 11th in the Eastern Conference standings. This win could help them gain momentum as they look to climb higher in the standings.

The Cleveland Cavaliers, with their loss, hold a record of 15-12. They are currently 7th in the Eastern Conference. Despite this loss, they remain in a playoff position but will need to maintain consistency to stay there.

The Cleveland Cavaliers will play their next game at home against the Chicago Bulls on Friday, December 19. The game will take place at Rocket Arena. Following that, the Cavaliers will face the Charlotte Hornets at home on Monday, December 22.

The Chicago Bulls will also play their next game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on the road on Friday, December 19. After that, they will head to State Farm Arena to face the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday, December 21. They will play the Hawks again at the same venue on Tuesday, December 23.


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