The Chicago Bulls made headlines after their recent game against the Timberwolves, where DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine became the second duo in Bulls’ history to score 39 or more points each in a game. The Bulls’ impressive performance led to a win, improving their record to 32-37 and giving them a place in the Eastern Conference’s play-in by a 0.5 game. However, with games against the Miami Heat and the Philadelphia 76ers coming up, the Bulls need to continue performing well to secure their place in the playoffs. The top keywords relevant to the article are Timberwolves, Chicago Bulls, DeMar DeRozan, Zach LaVine, and Eastern Conference.
DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine Score 39 Each, Second Bulls Duo to Achieve This Record Since 1996
On Friday night, Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan made headlines as they became the second duo in Bulls’ history to score 39 or more points each in a game. The game against the Timberwolves saw DeRozan score 49 points, while LaVine scored 39 points, totaling 88 points in a single game.
The first duo to achieve this record was Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen in 1996, where they scored 44 and 40 points, respectively, against the Indiana Pacers. LaVine and DeRozan now hold the record for the most points of any Bulls duo in a single game, surpassing Jordan and Horace Grant’s record of 85 points in 1990.
The Bulls’ Public Relations, via Elias Sports, confirmed this achievement on Twitter, praising DeRozan and LaVine for their outstanding performance. DeRozan and LaVine are now recognized as one of the most dynamic and dominant duos in the league, according to DeRozan.
LaVine acknowledged their close attempt at this record in the past, stating that they understood what needed to be done in the double overtime game against the Timberwolves. He also mentioned that they complement each other well, with DeRozan having a fantastic first half and LaVine picking up the slack in the second half.
DeRozan further emphasized how their performance highlights their dynamic and dominant nature on the court. He mentioned that when one player gets hot, the other one can run off 10-15 points and have a big night, making it easier for them to score and make plays, while also getting their teammates involved.
In terms of their performance, DeRozan shot 15-of-25 from the field, contributing 14 rebounds and four assists to his impressive night. Meanwhile, LaVine shot 15-of-25 from the field, adding four rebounds and five assists to his productive evening.
The Bulls’ win against the Timberwolves on Friday is a significant improvement from their previous encounter with them, where they allowed them to score 150 points, sparking disputes in the locker room at halftime. With this achievement, the Bulls now have a dominant and dynamic duo, capable of breaking records and leading them to more victories in the future.
Bulls Improve Record with Impressive Win Against Timberwolves
In a recent game against the Timberwolves, the Chicago Bulls managed to shoot an impressive 54.3 percent from the field and 45.8 percent from 3-point land, improving their record for the season to 32-37. The win also caused Minnesota’s record to fall below .500.
Currently, the Bulls hold the 10th spot in the Eastern Conference, giving them a place in the play-in, but only by a 0.5 game. Their upcoming schedule will be challenging, with games against the Miami Heat and two games against the Philadelphia 76ers, one of which is an away game.
With 13 games left in the season, the Bulls will need to continue performing well to secure their spot in the Eastern Conference playoffs. For more updates on the Chicago Bulls, check out the Bulls Talk Podcast.
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