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Bulls Fall to Cavs 119-113: Game Recap
Despite Strong Performance from DeRozan and LaVine, Cavs Take the Win
Chicago Bulls (11-16) vs. Cleveland Cavaliers (18-11)
In a highly anticipated matchup, the Chicago Bulls fell to the Cleveland Cavaliers 119-113 at the United Center on Tuesday night. Despite strong performances from DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine, the Bulls were unable to overcome a hot-shooting night from the Cavaliers.
DeRozan led the Bulls with 35 points, while LaVine added 27 points. Nikola Vucevic also contributed a double-double with 18 points and 13 rebounds. However, it wasn't enough to match the Cavaliers' offensive firepower.
Darius Garland led the way for the Cavaliers with 33 points and 10 assists. Jarrett Allen added 21 points and 11 rebounds, while Donovan Mitchell chipped in with 19 points. The Cavaliers shot 53.3% from the field, including 42.9% from three-point range.
The Bulls kept the game close throughout, but they were unable to get over the hump in the fourth quarter. The Cavaliers outscored the Bulls 32-23 in the final period to secure the victory.
Key Takeaways
* The Cavaliers' three-point shooting was the difference in the game. They hit 15 three-pointers, compared to just 8 for the Bulls.
* The Bulls' bench was outscored by the Cavaliers' bench 40-23.
* The Bulls' defense struggled to contain Garland and Mitchell, who combined for 52 points.
Looking Ahead
The Bulls will look to bounce back on Friday night when they host the Boston Celtics. The Celtics are one of the top teams in the Eastern Conference, so it will be a tough test for the Bulls. However, the Bulls have shown that they can compete with the best teams in the league, so they will be looking to prove themselves against the Celtics.