Hornets' High-Flying Third Quarter Grounds Bulls at United Center

First Quarter

The Charlotte Hornets and the Chicago Bulls started their clash at the United Center with both teams locked in a tight battle. The first quarter ended with both teams scoring 31 points each, setting the stage for an intense matchup. The Hornets showcased their offensive prowess early on, matching the Bulls point-for-point.

Second Quarter

As the game progressed into the second quarter, Charlotte managed to edge ahead slightly by outscoring Chicago 25-24. Kon Knueppel played a crucial role during this period, contributing significantly to Buzz City's efforts with his sharp shooting and defensive plays. His performance helped maintain a narrow lead going into halftime.

Third Quarter

The third quarter was where Charlotte truly took flight. Outscoring Chicago 42-16, they established a commanding lead that would prove insurmountable for Chi. Moussa Diabaté was instrumental in this surge, dominating both ends of the court with his impressive stats including 9 points and multiple blocks and steals.

Fourth Quarter

In the final stretch of play, despite Chicago's attempts to rally back by scoring 28 points compared to Charlotte's 33, it was not enough to close the gap created earlier. Miles Bridges added crucial points while maintaining defensive pressure that kept Chi from gaining any significant momentum.

The game concluded with a decisive victory for Buzz City at 131-99 over Chi. This win improved their record to 28-31 while leaving Chicago at 24-35.

For those interested in more details about this encounter or seeking post-game thoughts Charlotte Hornets fans might have had after such an emphatic win can refer back here anytime! For those who missed it live but want every detail covered thoroughly: check out our comprehensive coverage under "Charlotte Hornets vs Chicago Bulls full match report."

Looking ahead: The next challenge awaits as they travel again soon—this time facing Indiana Pacers on February 26th at Gainbridge Fieldhouse starting from around seven o'clock Eastern Time; tune into FDSIN or FDSSE networks if you wish not miss another exciting chapter unfold!

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