Chicago’s defense is already flirting with a 110.5‑point ceiling, while Denver’s walls stand a few points lower at 107.5. With Matas Buzelis and Tre Jones out of the mix, the Bulls will have to lean on the rest of their backcourt to keep the ball moving and the floor tight—any lapse could be a 10‑point swing. It’s a simple truth: if Chicago can keep the ball in motion, the Nuggets’ interior will be a hard‑to‑defend threat.
The game kicks off at 9 p.m. EDT in Ball Arena, where Denver’s lone home loss in the pre‑season (0‑1) will be the backdrop for a 1‑1 matchup. The Nuggets’ advantage is all about that arena buzz and a defense that’s just a touch tighter than Chicago’s. Make your pick or keep the conversation going on StreakChat.