CHICAGO — In an exciting matchup on Saturday night, the Chicago Bulls triumphed over the New York Knicks with a score of 139-126, showcasing remarkable performances from Coby White and Zach LaVine, who each scored 33 points. White’s remarkable shooting led him to make a career-high nine 3-pointers, hitting 9 out of 11 attempts from long range, while LaVine marked his third 30-point game in just four contests.

Nikola Vucevic also contributed significantly to the Bulls’ victory, adding 22 points and grabbing 12 rebounds. Additionally, Josh Giddey played a pivotal role, nearly achieving a triple-double with 15 points, 10 rebounds, and eight assists, as the Bulls celebrated a successful night on the court. The team paid tribute to former MVP Derrick Rose during halftime, honoring him following the announcement that his jersey will be retired next season, alongside legends such as Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen.

After entering halftime down by nine points, the Bulls stormed back in the third quarter, outscoring the Knicks by an impressive 24 points. This marked the Knicks’ second consecutive loss after they had enjoyed a nine-game winning streak. Karl-Anthony Towns led New York with a standout performance, scoring 44 points and securing 16 rebounds, while Jalen Brunson contributed 33 points, and Josh Hart provided solid defense with 16 rebounds.

The Knicks have now experienced back-to-back losses for the third time this season without facing a losing streak longer than two games. Conversely, the Bulls recovered from a lackluster first half to deliver a powerful performance in the second half.

A significant turning point in the game occurred during the dominant third quarter when the Bulls outscored the Knicks 41-17. What began as a tie at 84 quickly transformed into a commanding 104-89 lead for the Bulls, highlighted by a layup from Vucevic that ignited their momentum.

Statistically, the Bulls showcased their long-range prowess, successfully making 20 out of 37 attempts from beyond the arc during the game. Looking forward, both teams will be back in action with home games on Monday, featuring the Knicks taking on the Orlando Magic and the Bulls facing off against the San Antonio Spurs.