Ja Morant, Zach Edey, Ty Jerome, Cam Spencer, Scotty Pippen Jr, and John Konchar are all out for the Grizzles. Youngsters like Cedric Coward and Jaylen Wells should continue their strong seasons, while Jaren Jackson Jr and Santi Aldama will showcase their veteran presence.

Chicago leaned on a rare triple-double from Josh Giddey and disruptive defense from Tre Jones to secure a 127–111 victory over Cleveland and gain momentum in a critical stretch.