Bulls Defeat Magic, 126-115
The Chicago Bulls defeated the visiting Orlando Magic, 126-115, at United Center on Tuesday.

While this game was tied with four minutes remaining, Chicago finished on an 11-0 run to complete their win. They actually held the Magic scoreless for the final 5:34, missing their final eight shots. With that said, Chicago won all four individual quarters and held the lead for all but one minute after the opening quarter. The Bulls shot 51 percent from the field and 37 percent from three-point range while holding the Magis below 50 percent from the field and 36 percent from long range. In addition, Chicago out-rebounded Orlando, 49-36.

The Magic (11-41) were led by Wendell Carter Jr, collecting 24 points, eight rebounds and six assists on 11-of-15 from the field. Franz Wagner amassed 22 points, two rebounds and three assists. Cole Anthony compiled 20 points, six rebounds and nine assists, while Jalen Suggs had nine points, five rebounds and seven assists.

The Bulls (32-18) were led by DeMar DeRozan and his 29 points, 10 rebounds, five assists and two steals. Zach LaVine accrued 26 points, five rebounds and three assists. Nikola Vucevic generated 18 points, 13 rebounds, two assists and three blocks. Ayo Dosumnu totaled 13 points and nine assists. All of those guys shot above 50 percent from the field.

On deck for Orlando is a road matchup with the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday. As for Chicago, they return to action on Thursday in a road matchup with the Toronto Raptors.
Posted on: 2/1/2022 7:32 PM
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