The Chicago Bulls will face the Cleveland Cavaliers on November 8 in the second game of a back-to-back series. Both teams remain largely healthy, though each misses key backcourt players.
The Bulls suffered only their second loss of the season yesterday in an NBA Cup matchup against the division rival Milwaukee Bucks. Tonight’s meeting continues the theme of "seconds" — a second game in a row on the road, against a division opponent, and an Eastern Conference contender.
White’s reintegration will be significant for the Bulls, given the strong form of Josh Giddey, who has emerged as an MVP candidate, along with Ayo Dosunmu’s development as a scorer, veteran Nikola Vucevic’s steady presence, and the depth options available to coach Billy Donovan.
Ayo Dosunmu returned from a quadriceps injury that sidelined him for a week and scored seven points in Chicago’s loss to Milwaukee. He is listed as probable for tonight’s matchup against Cleveland.
Author’s summary: The Bulls approach their Cleveland clash with optimism despite Coby White’s absence, relying on rising star Ayo Dosunmu and the team’s growing offensive depth.