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Bulls Win 152-150 Shootout Over Hawks in NBA Season's Highest-Scoring Game

Chicago's balanced shooting exposed Atlanta's 22nd-ranked defense during Trae Young's sharp 26-minute return.

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - DECEMBER 21: Zach Collins #12 of the Chicago Bulls dunks against the Atlanta Hawks during the fourth quarter at State Farm Arena on December 21, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
Dec 21, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Chicago Bulls forward Matas Buzelis (14) shoots over Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels (5) during the second half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
Dec 21, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu (11) drives to the basket against Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) during the second half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
Dec 21, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan on the sidelines during the game against the Atlanta during the first half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The game swung in the final seconds as Jalen Johnson hit a go-ahead 3 with five seconds left, Matas Buzelis added a free throw, and Trae Young missed at the buzzer.
  • Chicago set season highs with 152 points, 41 assists, 57.6% shooting and 47.6% from three (20 of 42).
  • Rookie Matas Buzelis scored a season-high 28 and nine Bulls reached double figures, with Josh Giddey posting 19 points, 12 assists and nine rebounds.
  • Young scored a season-high 35 in 26 minutes in his second game back from a right MCL sprain, while Jalen Johnson nearly had a triple-double with 36 points, 11 rebounds and nine assists.
  • Atlanta, already 22nd in scoring defense, surrendered 83 first-half points and heavy paint and transition damage as both top‑pace teams race into a rematch Tuesday in Atlanta; the Bulls have won three straight and the Hawks have dropped three in a row.