Bulls Dominate Hornets with Strong Defense and Balanced Scoring

Chicago rebounds from consecutive losses by limiting Charlotte to poor shooting and securing a decisive 109-95 victory.

Ayo Dosunmu led the Bulls with 19 points, contributing to a key early run and helping Chicago maintain control throughout the game.
Josh Giddey delivered an all-around performance with 17 points, nine rebounds, seven assists, and four steals for the Bulls.
Jalen Smith, starting in place of the ill Nikola Vucevic, recorded a double-double with 11 points, 10 rebounds, and five blocks, anchoring Chicago's strong defensive effort.
The Hornets, playing without LaMelo Ball for the seventh straight game, struggled offensively, shooting just 35.7% from the field and 17.4% from beyond the arc.
Charlotte's Brandon Miller led all scorers with 21 points but committed seven turnovers, as the Hornets dropped their ninth game in their last 10 outings.