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Warriors Rout Bulls 123-91 as Bench, Defense Extend Chicago’s Skid to Seven

Short-handed Golden State rode depth plus defense as Stephen Curry could rejoin practice Wednesday.

Warriors forward Jimmy Butler looks to pass the ball around Bulls forward Matas Buzelis, right, during the first half of an Sunday's game in Chicago. 
Chicago guard Josh Giddey passes the ball around the Warriors’ Quinten Post during the first half Sunday in Chicago. 
The Warriors’ Trayce Jackson-Davis defends against Bulls forward Dalen Terry (7)  during the first half of Sunday’s game in Chicago.
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - FEBRUARY 08: Buddy Hield #7 of the Golden State Warriors is defended by Coby White #0 of the Chicago Bulls during the first half at the United Center on February 08, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. 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 Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Brandin Podziemski scored 21 off the bench, Quinten Post added 19 with five 3-pointers, and Jimmy Butler returned to post 19 points, eight rebounds and six assists.
  • Golden State held Chicago to a season-low 91 points, marking a third straight game allowing fewer than 100, while hitting 22 threes with seven different players connecting.
  • Chicago’s losing streak hit seven, its longest since an eight-game slide in 2019-20, with several regulars sidelined including Kevin Huerter, Tre Jones, Isaac Okoro and Jalen Smith.
  • The Warriors remained without Stephen Curry, Draymond Green and Al Horford, yet closed a back-to-back with consecutive road wins as Pat Spencer chipped in 12 points and six assists.
  • The team said Curry has begun individual on-court work and is making good progress, could participate in parts of practice Wednesday, and reports suggest a possible Friday return vs. Minnesota if recovery continues.