3rd Quarter Report

Only one more quarter stands between the Nets and the victory they were favored to collect coming into this evening. They have a bit of a cushion as they currently lead the Bulls 96-83.

If the Nets keep playing like this, they'll bump their record up to 8-8 in no time. On the other hand, the Bulls will have to make due with a 5-13 record unless they turn things around (and fast).

Who's Playing

Chicago Bulls @ Brooklyn Nets

Current Records: Chicago 5-12, Brooklyn 7-8

How To Watch

  • When: Sunday, November 26, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. ET
  • Where: Barclays Center -- Brooklyn, New York
  • TV: NBC Sports Chicago
  • Follow: CBS Sports App
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  • Ticket Cost: $9.49

What to Know

The Bulls and the Nets are an even 5-5 against one another since May of 2021, but not for long. The Chicago Bulls will head out on the road to face off against the Brooklyn Nets at 7:30 p.m. ET on Sunday at Barclays Center. The Bulls are limping into the match on a three-game losing streak.

It's hard to win when you don't work as a unit and post 12 fewer assists than your opponent, a fact the Bulls found out the hard way on Friday. They fell 121-108 to Toronto.

The Bulls' loss came about despite a quality game from Zach LaVine, who scored 36 points.

Meanwhile, the Nets' three-game losing streak finally came to an end on Saturday. They took down Miami 112-97.

Chicago has not been sharp recently, as they've lost six of their last seven games, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-12 record this season. As for Brooklyn, their win was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 7-8.

The Bulls are hoping to beat the odds on Sunday, as the experts think they're headed for a loss. Currently 11-3-1 against the spread, Brooklyn has been a solid investment this season; on the other hand, Chicago is only 5-11-1 ATS.

This contest is one where the number of possessions is likely to be a big factor: The Bulls haven't given up the ball easily this season, having only averaged 11.6 turnovers per game (they're ranked second in turnovers per game overall). However, it's not like the Nets struggle in that department as they've been averaging only 13.1 per game. Given these competing strengths, it'll be interesting to see how their clash plays out. Come back here after the game to find expert analysis of the match and other NBA content.

Odds

Brooklyn is a slight 2.5-point favorite against Chicago, according to the latest NBA odds.

The oddsmakers were right in line with the betting community on this one, as the game opened as a 2.5-point spread, and stayed right there.


The over/under is set at 219 points.

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Series History

Brooklyn and Chicago both have 5 wins in their last 10 games.

  • Nov 03, 2023 - Brooklyn 109 vs. Chicago 107
  • Feb 24, 2023 - Chicago 131 vs. Brooklyn 87
  • Feb 09, 2023 - Brooklyn 116 vs. Chicago 105
  • Jan 04, 2023 - Chicago 121 vs. Brooklyn 112
  • Nov 01, 2022 - Chicago 108 vs. Brooklyn 99
  • Jan 12, 2022 - Brooklyn 138 vs. Chicago 112
  • Dec 04, 2021 - Chicago 111 vs. Brooklyn 107
  • Nov 08, 2021 - Chicago 118 vs. Brooklyn 95
  • May 15, 2021 - Brooklyn 105 vs. Chicago 91
  • May 11, 2021 - Brooklyn 115 vs. Chicago 107

Injury Report for the Nets

  • Dennis Smith Jr.: Out (Back)
  • Nicolas Claxton: Out (Ankle)
  • Cameron Thomas: Out (Ankle)
  • Ben Simmons: Out (Back)

Injury Report for the Bulls

  • Alex Caruso: Game-Time Decision (Foot)
  • Lonzo Ball: Out for the Season (Knee)