Is Zach LaVine playing tonight against Cleveland Cavaliers? Latest on Chicago Bulls star's status explored (Nov. 11)
Zach LaVine is likely to play in the Chicago Bulls' game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday. The star guard is listed as "probable" for this matchup between the two Eastern Conference teams. The two-time NBA All-Star has been dealing with a right abductor strain, which has already caused him to miss three games this season.
After missing three straight games, LaVine returned to lead Chicago's charge against the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday. The former Minnesota Timberwolves star's return helped the Bulls to snap their four-game losing streak with a commanding 125-113 win at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia.
In his 32 minutes on the floor, LaVine scored 18 points on an efficient 7 of 12 shooting, though he went 1 of 5 from 3-point range. He also added two rebounds, seven assists and one steal.
LaVine has had an impressive start to the season, with his consistent performances playing a crucial role in the Bulls’ current 4-6 record. The star guard is averaging 22.0 points, 5.0 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game, shooting 50.5% from the field, including an impressive 43.4% from beyond the arc.
Zach LaVine vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
The Chicago Bulls will need Zach LaVine's presence on the court to contend with the red-hot Cleveland Cavaliers, who currently hold the best record in the league, remaining undefeated through 11 games. For the Bulls to have any chance of halting the Cavaliers' remarkable run, LaVine will not only need to play but also deliver an exceptional performance.
Throughout his career, LaVine has faced the Cavaliers 18 times, averaging 21.1 points, 4.4 rebounds, 4.1 assists and 1.2 steals per game. In his most recent matchup against Cleveland during the 2023-24 season, LaVine scored 17 points on an efficient 7 of 14 shooting.
How to watch Zach LaVine in action during Bulls vs. Cavaliers game?
The Chicago Bulls vs. Cleveland Cavaliers game is scheduled to take place on Monday, Nov. 11, at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. The game will tip off at 8 p.m. EDT (5 p.m. PT).
The Bulls vs. Cavaliers game will be broadcast live on the Chicago Sports Network (local) and FanDuel Sports Network - Ohio (local). The live streaming of the game will be available on the NBA League Pass and Fubo TV app and website (regional restrictions may apply).
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