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Lauri Markkanen scores career high 33 points in double OT win over Knicks

The Finnisher lived up to his name against the New York Knicks! Lauri Markkanen scored a career high 33 points, had 10 rebounds, eight 3-pointers and secured a double overtime win for Chicago Bulls 122-119 over the Knicks. This is what you call a statement game!

Many greats have worn that white and red jersey over the last several decades. Michael Jordan, Derrick Rose just to name a few. Markkanen is making a case very earlier on in his career that he wants to be part of that list!

In Markkanen’s rookie season he has been wowing fans from all over with his amazing shooting touch from 3-point range.