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Bulls Fall 118-112 Against Milwaukee - Game Recap
Chicago was victimized for 34 points and 16 rebounds by Giannis Antetokounmpo as the Bucks defeated the Bulls 118-112 in NBA action on Friday.
Bettors who backed the Bucks were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -5.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 239.5.
Milwaukee got 26 points from Jrue Holiday and another 22 points from Khris Middleton. Khris Middleton contributed 7 assists, while Giannis Antetokounmpo cleaned the glass with 16 rebounds.
The Bulls got a 30-point performance from Zach LaVine, who was supported by 29 points from DeMar DeRozan. Ayo Dosunmu had 7 assists in a losing cause for Chicago, while Nikola Vucevic grabbed 9 rebounds.
Milwaukee led at halftime, 57-53.
Milwaukee won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 50-40.
Milwaukee heads into a battle against the Suns. Chicago, meanwhile, will have their next action against Philadelphia.