DENVER, Colorado — The Denver Nuggets go face-off against the Chicago Bulls on March 24, 2025, at 9:00 p.m. ET at Ball Arena, hoping to secure a win after back-to-back losses. The Nuggets come fresh from a 116-111 victory over the Houston Rockets, largely thanks to Jamal Murray’s 39 points.
Currently, the Nuggets sit at a 45-27 record, ranked third in the Western Conference, while the Bulls sit at 31-40, in ninth place in the East. This contrast showcases the Nuggets as a strong offensive team, averaging 120.7 points per game, putting them third in the league. The Bulls follow closely behind, averaging 117.1 points per game, ranked sixth.
Defensively, both teams struggle; the Bulls allow 119.7 points per game, placing them 28th, while the Nuggets give up 116.8 points, ranking 24th. Despite these defensive weaknesses, the matchup promises excitement as both teams boast dynamic scorers and high-paced play.
The Bulls, riding on a two-game win streak, look to leverage their recent success with Coby White scoring at an impressive rate of 20.0 points per game and a shooting accuracy of 89.8% from the free-throw line. Meanwhile, Nikola Vucevic contributes significantly, averaging 10.1 rebounds per game, highlighting the Bulls’ capability in the paint.
For the Nuggets, Jamal Murray averages 21.3 points and shoots 47.5% from the field, playing a pivotal role in their scoring dynamics. Aaron Gordon also makes his mark, contributing 14.3 points and maintaining a strong field goal percentage of 52.8%.
Recent encounters between the two teams reveal Denver has won three of their last five matchups. However, their last face-off on January 28, 2025, saw the Bulls have the upper hand with a 129-121 victory. Nuggets fans will hope to capitalize on their home court advantage to level the series.
Despite the absence of their star Nikola Jokic, who is listed as out with an ankle injury, the Nuggets aim to harness Jamal Murray’s momentum from his latest standout performance against Houston to fight against Chicago’s formidable offense.
The game promises to be a thrilling contest as both teams look to strengthen their playoff positions. Fans wanting to catch the game live can tune in via Altitude Sports or stream online, bearing in mind possible regional restrictions.
