The Chicago Bulls secured a significant victory over the Portland Trail Blazers in the early hours of Monday (29), as part of a series of games against Western Conference opponents.
Playing away from home at the Moda Centre, the team headed by Coby White and DeMar DeRozan was able to create a big lead in the first half, control the action when it counted, and depart Portland with another NBA regular season victory.
The game was not a spectacle, but Billy Donovan’s team’s main goal was to defeat their opponents for the 22nd time this season, keeping their hopes of making the playoffs alive.
NBA: Summary of the game between Portland Trail Blazers x Chicago Bulls
Big time 🪣@nextlevel_03 | @NBCSChicago pic.twitter.com/QnP1lwRQBZ
— Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) January 29, 2024The Chicago Bulls defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 104-96 at the Moda Centre on Monday (29), securing their 22nd victory in the NBA regular season and keeping their postseason hopes alive.
The collective game shone once more, and despite the brilliance of DeMar DeRozan and Coby White, the club had six players score at least 10 points in the game, with good distribution and average throughout.
The Chicago Bulls, now in ninth place in the Eastern Conference, are still vying for a direct playoff position. Donovan’s club currently has two fewer wins than the Orlando Magic, which are in seventh place.
The Blazers, on the other hand, have had a disappointing season and are planning a comeback next year. The squad is currently ranked second to bottom in the Western Conference.
Upcoming Bulls and Blazers games in the NBA
The Bulls will host the Toronto Raptors at 10 pm (Brasília time) on Tuesday night (30), following a three-game away streak.
The Blazers, for their part, continue to play at home. The team captained by Chauncey Billups will play against the Philadelphia 76ers in the early hours of Tuesday (30) at the Moda Centre.
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