Struggling Chicago Bulls Notch a Huge Home Win Against the Cleveland Cavaliers
It is getting harder to ignore the noise coming out of the “Windy City.” If you blinked during the third quarter of Wednesday night’s showdown, you might have missed the moment the Chicago Bulls decided to run the Cleveland Cavaliers out of the gym.
In a 127-111 victory that felt less like a basketball game and more like a track meet, the Bulls showcased exactly the kind of identity they’ve been searching for all season. While Cleveland’s Donovan Mitchell was busy putting up heroic numbers, Chicago was playing a different game entirely.
Josh Giddey: The Triple-Double Machine
Let’s talk about Josh Giddey. The Australian guard didn’t just fill the stat sheet; he practically broke the pen writing it. Giddey posted his sixth triple-double of the season in just 24 games, a pace that suggests he’s leveled up significantly from his previous campaigns.
Finishing with 23 points, 11 rebounds, and 11 assists, Giddey was the engine behind Chicago’s offensive explosion. But the real surprise? His perimeter shooting. He knocked down five three-pointers, tying his career high. When a playmaker with his vision starts hitting from deep, defenses are left with two choices: step up and get burned by the pass, or sag off and watch it rain.
Coby White and the Need For Speed
While Giddey was conducting the orchestra, Coby White was the lead soloist. White dropped a team-high 25 points, thriving in the chaos of the open court. The Bulls are quickly establishing themselves as one of the fastest teams in the league, and White is the blur at the front of the pack.
Chicago’s strategy was simple but lethal: turn Cleveland’s mistakes into instant offense. The Bulls forced 20 turnovers and converted them into 21 easy points. Whenever Cleveland clanked a long three, the Bulls were off to the races before the Cavs could even think about getting back on defense.
The Cavaliers’ Identity Crisis
On the other side of the floor, things are looking grim for Cleveland. Despite a 32-point effort from Donovan Mitchell, the Cavs looked disjointed. They have now dropped seven of their last ten games, and the frustration is palpable.
Mitchell is doing his part, averaging over 30 points a game this season, but he’s playing hero ball on a sinking ship. The Cavs let go of the rope late in the first quarter, got steamrolled in the third, and never truly threatened a comeback. When you give up 32 points in the fourth quarter to a team that just lost to the Pelicans, you have to start asking tough questions about effort and defensive discipline.
What’s Next For the Bulls?
This win wasn’t just about beating a slumping Cleveland team; it was a proof of concept. When the Bulls push the pace, and Giddey is dealing, they are a nightmare matchup. They have found an identity rooted in transition offense and unselfish play.
The Cavaliers will get a shot at revenge when they host Chicago again on Friday, but if the Bulls bring this same energy, Cleveland might be in for another long night. For now, Chicago fans can rest easy knowing their team isn’t just winning. They are fun to watch again.
