Chicago Bulls vs. Golden State Warriors: TV, Live Stream, Spread Info and More

The Chicago Bulls head to the Bay Area to take on the Golden State Warriors in what should be an entertaining affair filled with Derrick Rose highlights. 

The Bulls are coming off a game in which the Lakers stifled most of what they tried to do offensively. It took last-second heroics from the reigning MVP to get over on a depleted Lakers squad.

The Bulls will enjoy a much less stout squad defensively in the Warriors and one that saw their two stars, Stephen Curry and Monta Ellis, struggle in a season opener loss.

Let's delve deeper into this epic clash.  

Where: Oracle Arena, Oakland, CA

When: Monday, December 26th, 10:30 p.m. EST

Watch: CSNBayHD, WGN, Live Streaming at NBA League Pass for as low as $29.95

Listen: KNBR 680AM Bay Area, ESPN 1000AM Chicago 

Betting Line: according to Betonline.com Chicago Bulls -6.5 

Key Injuries: No significant injuries. 

What's at Stake?: It is far too early to make a valid assessment of where these teams stand. The Warriors could shock most people with what would be seen as a big upset against a healthy Bulls team. 

What They're Saying: 

KC Johnson writes on the Chicago Bulls altering their schedule during a frantic opening week. "Like most teams, the Bulls don't hold a shoot around on the second of back-to-back games. However, with the afternoon tip off on Sunday in Los Angeles, plus the short flight here, the team arrived at their downtown hotel in time for a late dinner. That left plenty of rest time for a Monday morning shoot around."

Marcus Thompson II writes on a bad start to the season for the Warriors. "Christmas for Warriors coach Mark Jackson turned sour pretty quickly Sunday, ending with a 105-86 season-opening loss to the visiting Los Angeles Clippers."

Bulls Player to Watch: Derrick Rose measured his approach against the Lakers. He was far more content to get his teammates going rather than hog the ball to himself. Look for him to get plenty of opportunities to express himself in this one. 

Warriors Player to Watch: Stephen Curry is coming off a forgettable game. He will try to once again make a difference despite a hobbled ankle. There is no doubt the Warriors need him at his best if they want to give the home crowd a mammoth win. 

Key Matchup: The Warriors backcourt will have to do a much better job of facilitating the offense, lingering health issues be damned. 

Prediction: Bulls 94, Warriors 89

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