December 20th - The Bulls defeated the Cavaliers 136-125. Vucevic scored 24 points and grabbed 15 rebounds, dominating the paint; despite Garland's 35 points and 8 assists, it wasn't enough to prevent the team's loss.

At the start of the game, the Cavaliers quickly went on an 11-0 run, taking the lead midway through the first quarter. As the Cavaliers adjusted their offensive rhythm, the first quarter ended in a 32-32 tie. In the second quarter, Boozer and Gidi scored consecutively, leading the Bulls on a run that extended their lead to double digits. Although the Cavaliers attempted a comeback, their defense was riddled with holes, and the Bulls led 66-55 at halftime .

After switching sides, the Cavaliers once extended their lead to 14 points. Garland then scored on consecutive drives, helping the Cavaliers close the gap and briefly take the lead. In the crucial moments, the Bulls regained control thanks to Vucevic's strong inside attacks, leading 101-99 at the end of the third quarter . In the final quarter, the Cavaliers briefly tied the game at 110 , but the Bulls widened the gap again. In the final stages, Vucevic scored consecutive points to stabilize the team. Ultimately, the Bulls won 136-125 .

Bulls player statistics

Vucevic had 24 points, 15 rebounds, and 2 assists; Boozerlis had 24 points, 5 rebounds, and 1 assist; Gidi had 17 points, 6 rebounds, and 7 assists; Jones had 16 points, 1 rebound, and 6 assists; Huerter had 14 points, 5 rebounds, and 3 assists; White had 13 points, 6 rebounds, and 9 assists; Collins had 13 points, 3 rebounds, and 2 assists; and Dossem had 8 points, 1 rebound, and 3 assists.

Cavaliers player statistics

Garland 35 points , 2 rebounds , 8 assists; Prockett 16 points , 6 rebounds , 3 assists; Tomlin 15 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists; Allen 14 points , 12 rebounds , 5 assists ; Hunter 11 points , 3 rebounds , 1 assist; Bryant 11 points , 4 rebounds , 2 assists; Tyson 9 points, 5 rebounds , 1 assist; Ball 8 points , 3 rebounds, 8 assists.