The Boston Celtics (13-3) visited the Chicago Bulls (6-10) on Monday. Boston took aim at its 10th consecutive victory. Chicago wanted to snap a four-game losing streak. A brutal first half proved fatal for the Celtics in a 121-107 defeat.
Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 28 points on 9-for-19 shooting, 11 rebounds, and seven assists. Jaylen Brown scored 25 points on 9-for-20 shooting, with seven rebounds and five turnovers. DeMar DeRozan led the Bulls with 28 points on 11-for-24 shooting, eight rebounds, and four assists. Zach LaVine scored 22 points on 8-for-20 shooting, with five rebounds and five assists.
