Chicago’s Winning Streak Snapped as Vučević Delivers Stellar Performance
Nikola Vucevic, Photo: Reuters
Last night, the Chicago Bulls faced off against the Dallas Mavericks and suffered a narrow defeat (120:119), which marked the end of their four-game winning streak in the NBA.
As the final minute approached, the Bulls were trailing by six points (116:110). Bouzelis then made a crucial three-pointer (116:113), but Dinwiddie responded with a basket for Dallas (118:113).
The Bulls fought back, narrowing the gap with points from White and Nikola Vučević (118:116). However, Thompson managed to sink two free throws (120:116), before Vučević landed a three-pointer to clinch the final score.
Nikola Vučević, representing the Montenegrin national team, delivered another standout performance this season, contributing 25 points, nine rebounds, and five assists.
Bouzelis topped the scoring for Chicago with 28 points, while White added 25. For Dallas, Thompson was their top scorer with 20 points.
In another matchup, the Los Angeles Lakers triumphed over the Memphis Grizzlies with a score of 134:127.
Reeves led the Lakers’ scoring with an impressive 31 points, along with seven rebounds and eight assists. Luka Dončić contributed 29 points, eight rebounds, and nine assists, while LeBron James added 25 points, six rebounds, and eight assists.
Bayne was the standout player for Memphis, registering 29 points.
GAME RESULTS
Washington – Brooklyn 112:115
Philadelphia – Miami 95:118
Chicago – Dallas 119:120
Memphis – Los Angeles Lakers 127:134
Oklahoma – Indiana 132:111
San Antonio – Boston 111:121
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