Hornets' Effort Falls Short Against Bulls in Overtime at Spectrum Center
The Charlotte Hornets faced off against the Chicago Bulls in a closely contested game that extended into overtime, ultimately concluding with the Hornets falling 108-115. This outcome leaves the Hornets with a season record of 7-25, while the Bulls improved to 15-18. The game was held at Spectrum Center and witnessed by an attendance of 19,197 fans.
Hornets' Highlights
Despite the loss, several Charlotte Hornets players put forth commendable performances. Mark Williams stood out with an impressive double-double, scoring 20 points and grabbing 12 rebounds while also blocking three shots and stealing twice. His shooting was flawless across the board, making all his attempts from both the field and free-throw line.
Miles Bridges also shone brightly for the Hornets by contributing a team-high of 31 points along with eight assists and twelve rebounds. However, his shooting from beyond the arc was less effective than usual.
Vasilije Micic facilitated playmaking with seven assists coupled with seven points but struggled with his shooting efficiency throughout the game.
Bulls' Key Performances
On the opposing side, The Chicago Bulls showcased their resilience by rallying back multiple times throughout regulation time before sealing their victory in overtime. Their bench contributed significantly to their win by adding 44 points to their total score. The team's ability to capitalize on turnovers was evident as they scored 23 points off turnovers compared to Charlotte's 18.
The Bulls demonstrated a balanced offensive attack but had difficulty finding consistency from three-point range where they shot only thirty percent despite making eighteen shots from beyond that distance.
Looking Ahead
The Charlotte Hornets will look forward to bouncing back when they visit Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on January third at seven PM Eastern Time. Fans can catch this upcoming game live on FDSDET or FDSSE networks as both teams strive for victory early in New Year's action.
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