New-Look Nets Stun Bulls
The Brooklyn Nets defeated the visiting Chicago Bulls, 116-105, at Barclays Center on Thursday evening.

The Bulls jumped out to a strong start with a, 26-19, lead after one quarter, but the Nets rallied back through the second and gained a three-point edge by halftime. The visitors picked up the pace in the third and reclaimed control with a five-point advantage heading into the final frame. Despite their many roster changes, the Nets managed to keep their focus in the fourth, outscoring the Bulls by 16 points in the quarter to run away with their second straight win. This marks the third straight loss for the Bulls.

Spencer Dinwiddie led the Nets with 25 points, five rebounds, six assists and four steals, in 39 minutes. Cam Thomas followed up with 20 points, six rebounds and four assists, while Joe Harris added 18 points, three rebounds, two assists and a steal. The Nets shot 42.9 percent from the field, including 17-of-44 from long range.

Meanwhile, Zach LaVine led the Bulls with 38 points on 16-of-25 shooting, in 40 minutes of action. Nikola Vucevic followed up with 15 points and 17 rebounds, while DeMar DeRozan added 14 points, three rebounds, six assists and a block. The Bulls shot 46.2 percent from the field, including 5-of-26 from deep.

The Bulls (26-29) will look to bounce back as they take on the Cavs in Cleveland on Saturday. The Nets (33-22) play host to the 76ers on Saturday.
Posted on: 2/9/2023 7:27 PM
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