NBA: Bulls' strong second half leaves Lakers in dust
Source: news.source.gmanetwork_ph
The Chicago Bulls defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 146-115, led by standout performances from Coby White, Matas Buzelis, and Josh Giddey. The Bulls' victory spoiled the return of LeBron James and Rui Hachimura from injuries. Despite a strong first half from Luka Doncic, the Lakers couldn't keep up with the Bulls' second-half surge.
Key Points
Coby White scored 36 points, Matas Buzelis added 31 points, and Josh Giddey achieved a triple-double with 15 points, 17 assists, and 10 rebounds for the Bulls.
Luka Doncic led the Lakers with 34 points, with 29 in the first half. Austin Reaves scored 25 points, and LeBron James contributed 17 points in his first game back from injury.
The Lakers were close at halftime but couldn't overcome the Bulls' strong second half, falling behind by as much as 15 points.
LeBron James returned after missing games due to a groin injury, while Rui Hachimura came back after missing 12 games due to left patellar tendinopathy.
