Matas Buzelis leads Chicago’s sharp start as the Bulls take a 58-45 halftime lead over Minnesota.
Chicago opened a 12-point lead by taking the first quarter 29-17, then outscored Minnesota 29-28 in the second to reach halftime up 58-45 on Saturday. Matas Buzelis has 14 points on 5-of-6 shooting, including two three-pointers, while Tre Jones added 9 on 4-of-5 shooting. LaMelo Ball leads Minnesota with 10 points, but has made just 4 of 11 shots. After the break, watch whether the No. 2 power-index Timberwolves, 9-3 this season, can tighten the gap against No. 27 Chicago, which entered 2-9.
Key Performers
Matas Buzelis (Chicago): 14 points, 5-of-6 FG, 2-of-3 3PT Tre Jones (Chicago): 9 points, 4-of-5 FG LaMelo Ball (Minnesota): 10 points, 4-of-11 FG