Frequently Asked Questions
Did the Chicago Bulls beat the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday?
Yes, the Bulls won 98-94. The victory was important because a loss would have allowed the Cavaliers to jump Chicago for the fifth-place spot in the Eastern Conference.
How many points did DeMar DeRozan score against the Cavaliers?
DeRozan finished with 20 points on 8-of-17 shooting from the field. He was heavily relied upon as the Bulls' primary offensive option, especially when Cleveland started to cut into the lead.
How did Darius Garland hurt the Bulls in the second half?
Garland scored 28 points on 9-of-22 shooting and used his downhill speed off big-man screens to repeatedly get into the paint. His ability to draw multiple defenders and kick out to open shooters like Caris Levert gave the Cavaliers easy buckets.
How big was the Bulls' halftime lead against the Cavaliers?
The Bulls led by 18 points at halftime. The Cavaliers mounted a significant comeback in the second half, shooting 52 percent from the field and scoring 59 points after managing just 35 in the first half.
What defensive mistakes did Zach LaVine make against the Cavaliers?
LaVine repeatedly broke helpline coverage by collapsing unnecessarily, freeing up open shooters in the corner. On multiple possessions, his unwarranted help defense led directly to open three-point attempts for Cleveland.