The Bulls have started a new streak. They have lost two straight games.
Defense was optional for both teams in the first half as the Chicago Bulls were trailing 60-58. The Bulls had seven different players that scored in the first quarter. Robin Lopez had three early assists. Justin Holiday had a good first quarter as he had nine points.
Rookie Lauri Markkanen and Denzel Valentine combined for 12 points in the first quarter. Bobby Portis came of the bench and had a really good first half.