Celtics Aim to Extend Winning Streak Against Bulls in Crucial NBA Cup Matchup

The Boston Celtics and the Chicago Bulls are set to face off in a pivotal NBA Cup group stage match on Friday, November 29, 2024. Both teams enter the game with 2-1 records in Group C of the Eastern Conference, making this matchup crucial for their chances of advancing to the knockout stage.

The Celtics are on a six-game winning streak and boast a strong 15-3 overall record this season. In their last game, they dominated the Los Angeles Clippers with a 126-94 victory, highlighting their cohesive team play with 33 assists and a significant margin of victory.

Chicago, on the other hand, is struggling with injuries. Key players such as Coby White, who is questionable with a left wrist sprain, and Lonzo Ball, who is probable after a month-long absence due to a right wrist sprain, could impact the team’s performance. Patrick Williams remains out with a left foot injury, and other players like Jalen Smith and Dalen Terry are also listed as questionable.

The Celtics are favored to win, with odds listing them as 11-point favorites. The over/under for the game is set at a high 242.5 points, reflecting the high-scoring nature of both teams. Boston has averaged 120.2 points per game this season, while the Bulls have averaged 118 points per game.

Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum are expected to be key players for the Celtics. Brown is having one of his most productive seasons, averaging 25 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per game. Tatum leads the Celtics in rebounds with 8.2 per game and has been particularly effective on the road, averaging 8.6 boards away from home.

The game will be broadcast on NBC Sports Boston and streamed online via fuboTV, with tip-off scheduled for 8 p.m. ET at the United Center in Chicago.