The Cleveland Cavaliers face the Chicago Bulls in a crucial Eastern Conference matchup with playoff positioning implications. Here's what you need to know:

Key Game Details:

• Point Spread: Bulls -5.0
• Over/Under: 223.0 points
• Location: Chicago (Bulls are 24-10 at home)

Cavaliers Outlook:

• Darius Garland is averaging 28.2 points and 11.2 assists over his last 5 games
• No Jarrett Allen in lineup
• Evan Mobley coming off strong game (19 points, 12 rebounds)
• Season Record ATS: 37-26-3
• Away Record: 18-17

Bulls Analysis:

• DeMar DeRozan averaging 32.6 points since February
• Strong home court advantage (24-10)
• Season Record ATS: 36-29-1
• Coming off win vs Pistons after 5-game losing streak

Prediction: Bulls should cover the spread at home against depleted Cavs team. DeRozan's scoring and LaVine's support, combined with home court advantage, give Chicago the edge.

Key Factors:

• Bulls' home court dominance
• Cavs missing Jarrett Allen
• DeRozan's recent scoring surge
• Garland's hot streak for Cavs

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