On November 8, the Chicago Bulls will face the Cleveland Cavaliers. This marks the Bulls' second game in a row on the road, their second consecutive game against a division opponent, and their second night facing an Eastern Conference contender.
Both teams enter the game relatively healthy, with a few exceptions in their backcourts. The Bulls' leading scorer from last season remains sidelined due to a persistent calf injury, though a plan for his return is in place. Coby White is expected back for the upcoming Western Conference road trip starting in November.
"White expects to be back for the team's Western Conference road trip that begins on Nov."
Ayo Dosunmu recently returned from a quadriceps injury that sidelined him for a week. He scored seven points in the Bulls' recent loss to Milwaukee and is probable to play against the Cavaliers.
"The 25-year-old returned from a quadriceps injury that kept him out for a week and scored seven points in the loss to Milwaukee. He's probable for tonight's game against the Cavs."
The Bulls' offense will be compelling to watch, with Josh Giddey's rise as an MVP candidate, Dosunmu's increased scoring ability, the steady presence of Nikola Vucevic, and the depth of options available to head coach Billy Donovan.
The Bulls recently suffered only their second loss of the season during an NBA Cup game against the Milwaukee Bucks.
The Bulls and Cavaliers meet with mostly healthy rosters, highlighted by cautious returns from key guards Dosunmu and White, shaping an intriguing matchup.