Bulls Defeat Cavaliers, 118-116
The Chicago Bulls defeated the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers, 118-116, at United Center on Saturday.

While Cleveland got out to a game-high 17-point lead late in the third quarter, this game wasn't decided until the final seconds. In fact, Cleveland got out to that big lead thanks to a 40-25 third quarter but a 21-5 run to start the fourth quarter helped Chicago to recapture the lead with five minutes remaining. After that, there were numerous lead changes, with Cleveland missing a game-winning jumper with 2.7 seconds left. In total, there were 16 lead changes with Chicago riding a 31-14 fourth quarter to their comeback victory. The 16 steals recorded by Chicago was the difference in the game, winning the turnover differential, 25-12.

The Bulls (16-28) were led by Zach LaVine and his 42 points, six rebounds, three assists, five steals and two blocks. Lauri Markkanen amassed 17 points, three rebounds and two steals. Luke Kornet accrued 11 points, three rebounds and four assists. Coby White led the bench with 11 points, four rebounds and three assists.

The Cavaliers (12-31) were led by Kevin Love, who collected 29 points, five rebounds and six assists. Collin Sexton totaled 26 points, seven rebounds and two assists. Cedi Osman generated 16 points, three rebounds and two assists. Darius Garland had eight turnovers but still provided 16 points, two rebounds and five assists.

Both teams return to action on Monday, with Cleveland returning home to face the New York Knicks and Chicago staying on the road to play the Milwaukee Bucks.
Posted on: 1/18/2020 7:34 PM
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