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Chicago Defeats Detroit 97-82 - Recap

The Bulls got 21 points from DeMar DeRozan as Chicago ran past Detroit 97-82 on Saturday at United Center.

Bettors who backed the Bulls were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -8.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 213.5.

Nikola Vucevic had 15 points for Chicago and Zach LaVine chipped in with 14 points. DeMar DeRozan had 6 assists for the Bulls, while Nikola Vucevic was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 19 boards.

Detroit got 20 points from Saddiq Bey in a losing cause and another 12 points from Trey Lyles. Killian Hayes contributed 3 assists for the Pistons, while Saddiq Bey had 16 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Chicago were victorious, as the score was 54-43 at the break.

The rebound battle favored Detroit as they grabbed 53 boards, while Chicago only had 42

Chicago looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Raptors. The Pistons will aim to get back on the winning track at Atlanta.