The Wizards took the first timeout of the game as the Bulls got an early 15-10 lead. Bulls had an 11-0 run in the first quarter to give them a 36-27 lead after one quarter. Bobby Portis was 3-3 from the three point line. Bulls made eight three pointers, and had 13 first quarter assists. Lauri Markkanen and Justin Holiday combined for 19 first quarter points.
The Bulls took the first timeout in the second quarter as the Wizards went on a 18-7 run. It was the only run that the Wizards had in the game. At halftime the Bulls led 68-59.