Bulls Pull Off Comeback to Beat Hawks, Snap 4-Game Skid
Post-Game Analysis
After trailing for the majority of the game, the Chicago Bulls stormed back in the second half to defeat the Atlanta Hawks 125-113, snapping a four-game losing streak on Saturday night. Atlanta outscored Chicago 37-24 in the first quarter and led by as many as 18, but the Bulls started the fourth quarter with a 14-3 run and never looked back.
Score and Statistics
Ayo Dosunmu led the Bulls with 19 points, Nikola Vucevic added 18 points and 12 rebounds, and Zack LaVine and Coby White also scored 18. Josh Giddey scored 13 points and Patrick Williams tallied 10. Chicago shot 50% (46 of 92) from the field, while Atlanta shot 46.1% (41 of 89). Trae Young had his third double-double in as many games with 14 points and 16 assists, but the effort was wasted for a second game in a row. Clint Capela and Jalen Johnson led all scorers with 20 points apiece.
Takeaways
* Before the four-game losing streak, Chicago strung together two wins in a row (126-123 over Memphis on October 28 and 102-99 over Orlando on October 30). The Bulls trailed by 20 in both before mounting a comeback.
* Atlanta has played five games in seven days with two back-to-back games in that time. The Hawks are 2-3 in those games.
Key Moment
Jalen Smith’s dunk with 8:04 left in regulation gave Chicago its first lead, 102-101, and marked the turning point in the game. The Bulls never trailed again.
Key Stat
Chicago was 9 of 16 from the floor as a team in the fourth quarter, while Atlanta was 6 of 20.
Up Next
Atlanta travels to Boston to play the Celtics on Tuesday, while the Bulls return to Chicago to host the Cavaliers on Monday.
Conclusion
The Bulls’ comeback win over the Hawks was a much-needed boost for a team that had been struggling. Chicago’s ability to mount a comeback and not give up despite being down by 18 points demonstrates the team’s resilience and determination. The Bulls’ next game against the Cavaliers will be a crucial test of their newfound momentum.
FAQs
* What was the final score of the game?
Answer: Chicago Bulls 125, Atlanta Hawks 113
* Who led the Bulls in scoring?
Answer: Ayo Dosunmu with 19 points
* What was the key moment in the game?
Answer: Jalen Smith’s dunk with 8:04 left in regulation gave Chicago its first lead and marked the turning point in the game
