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Chicago @ Washington

Current Records: Chicago 1-0; Washington 1-0

What to Know

The Washington Wizards haven't won a game against the Chicago Bulls since Feb. 8 of last year, but they'll be looking to end the drought Friday. The Wizards will look to defend their home court against Chicago at 7 p.m. ET. Washington is expected to win -- but not by much -- so they will need to come into the contest prepared for a fight.

Washington beat the Indiana Pacers 114-107 on Wednesday. Washington's Bradley Beal filled up the stat sheet, picking up 23 points and six assists in addition to five rebounds.

Meanwhile, it was all tied up 59-59 at the half for Chicago and the Miami Heat on Wednesday, but the Bulls stepped up in the second half for a 116-108 victory. DeMar DeRozan had a stellar game for Chicago as he had 37 points and nine assists along with six boards.

Their wins lifted both teams to an identical 1-0. Watch the matchup and check back on CBS Sports to find out who keeps up the positive energy and who hits a stumbling block.

How To Watch

  • When: Friday at 7 p.m. ET
  • Where: Capital One Arena -- Washington, District of Columbia
  • TV: NBC Sports Chicago
  • Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
  • Follow: CBS Sports App
  • Ticket Cost: $35.00

Odds

The Wizards are a slight 1.5-point favorite against the Bulls, according to the latest NBA odds.

The line on this game has moved a bit since it opened, as it started out with the Bulls as a 1-point favorite.

Over/Under: -114

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Series History

Chicago have won 14 out of their last 24 games against Washington.

  • Mar 29, 2022 - Chicago 107 vs. Washington 94
  • Jan 07, 2022 - Chicago 130 vs. Washington 122
  • Jan 01, 2022 - Chicago 120 vs. Washington 119
  • Feb 08, 2021 - Washington 105 vs. Chicago 101
  • Dec 31, 2020 - Chicago 133 vs. Washington 130
  • Dec 29, 2020 - Chicago 115 vs. Washington 107
  • Feb 23, 2020 - Chicago 126 vs. Washington 117
  • Feb 11, 2020 - Washington 126 vs. Chicago 114
  • Jan 15, 2020 - Chicago 115 vs. Washington 106
  • Dec 18, 2019 - Chicago 110 vs. Washington 109
  • Apr 03, 2019 - Chicago 115 vs. Washington 114
  • Mar 20, 2019 - Chicago 126 vs. Washington 120
  • Feb 09, 2019 - Washington 134 vs. Chicago 125
  • Dec 28, 2018 - Chicago 101 vs. Washington 92
  • Apr 01, 2018 - Chicago 113 vs. Washington 94
  • Feb 10, 2018 - Washington 101 vs. Chicago 90
  • Dec 31, 2017 - Washington 114 vs. Chicago 110
  • Mar 17, 2017 - Washington 112 vs. Chicago 107
  • Jan 10, 2017 - Washington 101 vs. Chicago 99
  • Dec 21, 2016 - Washington 107 vs. Chicago 97
  • Nov 12, 2016 - Chicago 106 vs. Washington 95
  • Mar 16, 2016 - Washington 117 vs. Chicago 96
  • Feb 24, 2016 - Chicago 109 vs. Washington 104
  • Jan 11, 2016 - Washington 114 vs. Chicago 100