Boston Celtics @ Chicago Bulls: Dec 30, 2026

Updated
Regular Season
Boston CelticsCeltics
3-1 · Away
8:00 PM ET
Scheduled
Wednesday, December 30, 2026
Chicago BullsBulls
1-3 · Home

Celtics vs Bulls tips off at 8:00 PM ET (5:00 PM PT) on Wednesday, December 30, 2026 at United Center, Chicago. TV: NBC Sports Boston (Celtics), Chicago Sports Network (Bulls).

How to Watch Celtics vs Bulls: Time, TV & Stream

Date & time
Wednesday, December 30, 20268:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT
Watch on
Local TV onlyLocal: Celtics NBC Sports Boston · Bulls Chicago Sports Network
Stream
NBA League PassCeltics: NBC Sports App / Peacock add-on · Bulls: Chicago Sports Network app
Arena
United CenterChicago

League Pass carries this game outside both teams' markets; inside them it is on the local channel or stream. Outside the US: NBA League Pass International, no blackouts. Canada: NBA League Pass Canada.

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Injury Report

PlayerTeamPosStatusInjurySince
Nic ClaxtonBullsF-COutHamstringOct 5, 2026
Patrick WilliamsBullsFDay-To-DayGroinOct 24, 2026
Tobe AwakaBullsFDay-To-DayAnkleOct 27, 2026
Derrick WhiteCelticsGDay-To-DayHipOct 27, 2026
Devin CarterCelticsGOutIllnessOct 18, 2026

Status as of 6:30 PM ET, Oct 27. Teams can change a player's status up to tip-off; check team announcements before the game.

Key Players

Celtics

Bulls

Season averages, top three scorers per team.

Celtics vs Bulls Preview

The Celtics are 3-1 this season, while the Bulls are 1-3 this season.

The Celtics won last season's series 2-1. The Celtics rank 5th in three-point %, the biggest gap between these teams. Players to watch: Jayson Tatum (28.0 points per game) and Caleb Wilson (21.0 points per game).

Celtics vs Bulls Head-to-Head

2026-27 season seriesCeltics 1-0
2025-26 season seriesCeltics 2-1

Previous meetings

Celtics vs Bulls Season Stats 2026-27

Celtics 4 GPBulls 4 GP
119.8#8
Points per game
110.8#23
111.8#13
Opponent points
129.5#30
46.5%#11
Field goal %
40.6%#30
38.6%#5
Three-point %
23.8%#30
76.0%#15
Free throw %
80.4%#10
44.3#16
Rebounds
46.3#9
27.5#8
Assists
22.5#29
9.0#15
Steals
9.5#13
3.8#26
Blocks
4.3#19
15.5#14
Turnovers
19.3#29

Regular-season averages; rank of 30 teams.

Standings Context

Eastern Conference

#TeamW-LGB
1Celtics3-1–
2Pistons3-1–
376ers3-1–
11Knicks1-32.0
12Bucks1-32.0
13Bulls1-32.0
14Nets0-43.0
15Heat0-43.0

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Celtics vs Bulls FAQs

What time does Celtics vs Bulls start?

The Boston Celtics play the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday, December 30, 2026 at United Center in Chicago. Tip-off is 8:00 PM ET (5:00 PM PT).

What channel is Celtics vs Bulls on?

Local TV: NBC Sports Boston (Celtics), Chicago Sports Network (Bulls). Out-of-market fans can stream it on NBA League Pass.

What are the Celtics and Bulls records?

Going into this game the Celtics were 3-1 and the Bulls were 1-3 this season.

Who is injured for Celtics vs Bulls?

As of 6:30 PM ET, Oct 27: Nic Claxton (Bulls, out, hamstring); Patrick Williams (Bulls, day-to-day, groin); Tobe Awaka (Bulls, day-to-day, ankle); Derrick White (Celtics, day-to-day, hip); Devin Carter (Celtics, out, illness).

Who leads the Celtics vs Bulls season series?

The Celtics lead the regular-season series 1-0 this season.

Who won the last Celtics vs Bulls game?

The Celtics beat the Bulls 134-99 on Oct 26, 2026 at home.

Where is Celtics vs Bulls being played?

At United Center in Chicago, the home arena of the Chicago Bulls.

Is Celtics vs Bulls on NBA League Pass?

Yes, outside the Celtics and Bulls markets. Inside them the game is on the local channel and the team's streaming service (Chicago Sports Network app for Bulls fans). Outside the US, NBA League Pass International carries every game.