nba Game Recap
Recap - Bulls Defeat Washington 115-111
DeMar DeRozan scored 27 points for Chicago on Wednesday, leading the Bulls to a 115-111 victory over Washington at United Center.
Chicago won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -5.0-point spread. The game went UNDER the consensus closing total of 226.5.
Chicago got 25 points from Nikola Vucevic and another 25 points from Zach LaVine. Alex Caruso contributed 9 assists, while Nikola Vucevic cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
The Wizards got a 28-point performance from Kristaps Porzingis, who was supported by 21 points from Kyle Kuzma. Monte Morris had 8 assists in a losing cause for Washington, while Kristaps Porzingis grabbed 9 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Chicago were victorious, as the score was 52-49 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Chicago as they grabbed 41 boards, while Washington only had 38
Chicago looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Mavericks. The Wizards will aim to get back on the winning track at Indiana.