DeMar DeRozan scored 27 points, dished out nine assists, and grabbed seven rebounds, propelling the Chicago Bulls (12-17) to a commanding 124-108 victory over LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers (15-13) on Wednesday night.
Chicago showcased offensive efficiency with eight players scoring in double figures, including Coby White with 17 points and Ayo Dosunmu contributing 14. Nikola Vucevic secured his 16th double-double of the season with 13 points and 10 rebounds.
Despite missing Zach LaVine due to right foot inflammation and forward Torrey Craig out for up to 10 weeks with a plantar fascia injury, the Bulls secured their third win in four games on a six-game homestand.
James recorded 25 points, 10 rebounds, and nine assists for the Lakers, falling just shy of a second consecutive triple-double. Anthony Davis added 19 points and 14 rebounds in his hometown.
