Kamal Ghorui
The Cleveland Cavaliers go into their March 19 game against the Chicago Bulls with a shorter injury list, but one absence stands out. Jarrett Allen is out again, and that continues to affect Cleveland’s defense inside and its work on the boards. That makes this more than a routine regular-season game.Chicago comes in with more players unavailable, though there is some relief with Collin Sexton expected to play. Even with their record, the Bulls have already shown this season that they can trouble Cleveland, especially in games where scoring is high.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Chicago Bulls injury report (March 19, 2026)
Cleveland Cavaliers injury report vs Bulls
Cleveland Cavaliers will be without Jarrett Allen (right knee tendinitis), Craig Porter Jr. (left groin strain), and Tyrese Proctor (right quadriceps strain). Olivier Sarr is listed as a game-time decision with a calf issue.Allen’s absence is the main concern, as it shifts more responsibility onto Evan Mobley, Thomas Bryant, and the perimeter players to handle rim protection and rebounding.
Chicago Bulls injury report vs Cavaliers
The Chicago Bulls list Collin Sexton as probable with a left fibular head issue, which is a positive sign given their situation. Isaac Okoro is out with right patellofemoral pain syndrome.Chicago will also be without Jaden Ivey (knee), Anfernee Simons (wrist), Zach Collins (toe), and Noa Essengue (shoulder). Collins and Essengue have been ruled out for the season, leaving the team short on depth.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Chicago Bulls Status table (March 19, 2026)
| Team | Player | Status | Injury |
| Cavaliers | Jarrett Allen | Out | Right knee tendinitis |
| Cavaliers | Craig Porter Jr. | Out | Left groin strain |
| Cavaliers | Tyrese Proctor | Out | Right quadriceps strain |
| Cavaliers | Olivier Sarr | Game-time decision | Calf |
| Bulls | Collin Sexton | Probable | Left fibular head issue |
| Bulls | Isaac Okoro | Out | Right patellofemoral pain syndrome |
| Bulls | Jaden Ivey | Out | Knee |
| Bulls | Anfernee Simons | Out | Wrist |
| Bulls | Zach Collins | Out for season | Toe |
| Bulls | Noa Essengue | Out for season | Shoulder |
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Chicago Bulls Current rosters: updated 2025-26 squads
Cleveland’s roster includes Donovan Mitchell, James Harden, Evan Mobley, Jarrett Allen, Sam Merrill, Dennis Schröder, Max Strus, Dean Wade, Larry Nance Jr., Jaylon Tyson, Craig Porter Jr., Tyrese Proctor, Thomas Bryant, Olivier Sarr, Nae’Qwan Tomlin, Keon Ellis, and Tristan Enaruna.Chicago’s group features Josh Giddey, Matas Buzelis, Nikola Vučević, Ayo Dosunmu, Coby White, Patrick Williams, Jalen Smith, Guerschon Yabusele, Tre Jones, Nick Richards, Collin Sexton, Isaac Okoro, Jaden Ivey, Anfernee Simons, Zach Collins, Noa Essengue, Rob Dillingham, Yuki Kawamura, Mac McClung, Leonard Miller, Julian Phillips, Dalen Terry, Lachlan Olbrich, and Jevon Carter.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Chicago Bulls Head-to-head record and season series context
Chicago holds a 135-106 lead over Cleveland in their all-time meetings. This season, the Bulls lead the series 2-1. They won 127-111 on December 17 and 136-125 on December 19, while Cleveland won the first game 128-122 on November 8.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Chicago Bulls Team form and scoring trends
Cleveland comes into this game at 42-27, while Chicago is 28-41. Even with that gap, their meetings have produced high scores. Chicago has averaged 130.0 points in the three games, while Cleveland has averaged 121.3.
What to watch in the Cleveland Cavaliers vs Chicago Bulls matchup (March 19, 2026)
For Cleveland, the main issue is replacing Allen’s presence inside. Mobley and Bryant will need to handle rim protection and rebounding without slowing the team down.Chicago’s focus is whether its available group, Vučević, Giddey, Buzelis, and White, can keep scoring at a good rate despite the injuries. If Sexton plays, it gives them another option.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Chicago Bulls Game outlook (March 19, 2026)
This game may not follow the standings. Cleveland has the better record, but Chicago has already shown it can control the pace and score in this matchup. With both teams dealing with injuries, this could turn into another fast game where scoring decides the result.
