Chicago Bulls Dominate Brooklyn Nets in 124-102 victory
Chicago, IL – January 19, 2026 – The Chicago Bulls secured a decisive 124-102 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday night, splitting their weekend home-and-home series. A stellar offensive performance, highlighted by a season-high seven three-pointers from Coby White, propelled the Bulls to a commanding win at the United Center.
White led all scorers with 24 points,spearheading an attack that saw six Chicago players reach double figures. The Bulls showcased exceptional ball movement, racking up an remarkable 41 assists while shooting 52.1% from the field. Ayo Dosunmu provided a important spark off the bench, contributing 19 points, while Matas Buzelis and Nikola Vucevic each added 17.
Vucevic also recorded a double-double with 11 rebounds,alongside Jalen Smith,who also grabbed 10 rebounds to accompany his 12 points. Kevin Huerter chipped in with 11 points, and Tre Jones orchestrated the offense with 10 points and 10 assists.
The Nets struggled to find their rhythm, especially with leading scorer Michael Porter Jr. resting for the night. Nolan Traore led Brooklyn with 16 points off the bench, followed by Jalen Wilson and rookie Danny Wolf, both with 14 points. Nic Claxton and Egor Demin each contributed 12 and 11 points respectively, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Chicago’s balanced attack.
The Bulls took control early, building a double-digit lead in the first quarter and never relinquishing it. A 3-pointer from White with 9:15 remaining in the first quarter ignited the Chicago offense, and they continued to extend their advantage throughout the game, ultimately leading by as many as 27 points.
The absence of Porter Jr., who was instrumental in Friday’s narrow victory for the Nets, proved to be a critical factor.Without their leading scorer, Brooklyn lacked the offensive firepower to keep pace with the Bulls’ relentless attack.
Key Statistics:
* Chicago Bulls: Coby White (24 points, 7 3-pointers), Ayo Dosunmu (19 points), Nikola Vucevic (17 points, 11 rebounds), Matas Buzelis (17 points), Jalen Smith (12 points, 10 rebounds)
* Brooklyn Nets: Nolan Traore (16 points), Jalen Wilson (14 points), Danny Wolf (14 points), Nic Claxton (12 points), Egor Demin (11 points)
this victory marks a strong performance for the Bulls as they continue their season, demonstrating their potential as a formidable force in the Eastern Conference.
