Bulls Edge Pacers in Overtime Thriller, DeRozan Scores Season-High 46 Points
The victory keeps Chicago's playoff hopes alive as Indiana struggles with fatigue and falls to seventh in the East.
- Pacers suffer a 'gut punch' defeat in overtime against the Bulls, falling to seventh place in the Eastern Conference.
- DeMar DeRozan leads the Bulls with a season-high 46 points, including crucial plays in the final moments and overtime.
- Pacers' fatigue from previous game impacts performance, but bench steps up to outscore Bulls' bench 47-16.
- Bulls avoid a three-game losing streak with the win, keeping playoff hopes alive.
- Injuries and strategic decisions play a significant role in the game's outcome.