<p><em>A rivalry that always promises to deliver, the Chicago Bulls and Cleveland Cavaliers will take to the centre stage in Chicago on Friday, March 20, at 11:00 AEDT.</em></p><p>The two teams have forged a rivalry that has stood the test of time, with it beginning in the early 80s and continuing today.</p><p>Both will feel that they need to channel the energy that a game like this can bring, as wins are still important for both at this stage of the NBA regular season. A postseason berth is likely for the Cavaliers, but less so for the Bulls at this juncture.</p><h2>Quick Picks</h2><p><strong>Our pick:</strong> Cavaliers to win</p><p><strong>Value bet:</strong> Cavs to cover the handicap</p><p><strong>Long shot:</strong> Giddey to have a <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/nba/nba-news/what-is-a-triple-double">triple-double</a></p><h2>Betting Preview</h2><p>The Bulls lead the all-time series between these two teams, highlighting their dominance of the rivalry over the last few decades. However, when looking at things in more recent memory, it's possible to say that the script has well and truly been flipped.</p><p>Although Cleveland have lost the last two meetings between them, they enjoyed a five-game winning streak following their previous loss. Before that, they had embarked on a seven-game unbeaten run.</p><p>Still, it's worth looking at the three results to have occurred this season:</p><ul><li>Dec 2025: Cavs 125-136 Bulls</li><li>Dec 2025: Bulls 127-111 Cavs</li><li>Nov 2025: Cavs 128-122 Bulls</li></ul><p>It's quite clear that games are pretty competitive, despite the fact that there have been some rather varying point differentials across all three of them.</p><h2>Betting Markets to Watch</h2><p>Looking at how this season's games have played out and what we know currently, the value will likely be with the Cavs. However, we think there's <strong>more value to be had in the Cavs in the handicap than there is in the moneyline bet</strong>.</p><p>As noted, the Cavs have struggled against the Bulls recently. Still, they boast a strong recent head-to-head record in general. With the Bulls having won 127-111 when they last met in Chicago, we think the <strong>Cavs should offer value to win and cover the spread</strong> in this one, based on what they've been achieving this season.</p><p>Player props are always a highlight when exploring potential value. Aussie <strong>Josh Giddey offers value for a triple-double,</strong> having had no fewer than 12 this season. He recently had a couple in quick succession, meaning there's value here. If you're wondering <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/nba/nba-news/nba-news-2025-most-triple-doubles-in-nba">who has the most triple-doubles in NBA history</a>, Giddey is climbing the ranks among active players.</p><p>Cleveland have injury issues, but <strong>Donovan Mitchell</strong> should be available. He leads the team in points, and will be important once again in this one. A <strong>total of 20+ should offer value</strong>, as he has been around this mark regularly throughout March.</p><h2>Our Prediction</h2><p>Check the latest <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/basketball-us/nba">NBA betting odds</a> at Sportsbet.</p><p>We're going with a Cavaliers win as the most likely outcome of this match. However, the Bulls have shown that they can contend with them when playing as hosts, which is why we think there's value in them to cover the handicap and potentially offer more than the moneyline bet. For more insights, check out our <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/nba/tips">NBA tips and predictions</a>.</p><h2>Keep Reading</h2><ul><li><a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/punter-iq/guide/how-to-bet-on-the-nba">Everything you need to know before betting on the NBA</a></li><li><a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/nba/nba-news/nba-positions-explained-basketball-roles">Point guard to centre — every position on the court explained</a></li><li><a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/nba/nba-news/nba-plus-minus-explained">The plus-minus stat and what it actually tells us</a></li></ul>