Imagine a basketball game where a team not only dominates but also rewrites history with their performance. That's exactly what happened when the Chicago Bulls matched a franchise record with a staggering 25 three-pointers in their 138-110 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers. But here's where it gets even more impressive: Coby White, the Bulls' sharpshooter, led the charge with 27 points, including six of those record-tying threes. This wasn't just a win; it was a statement.
Updated on: January 20, 2026 / 9:53 PM CST / AP
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White's hot hand was no surprise, coming off a season-high seven three-pointers in Sunday's blowout against Brooklyn. But what’s truly remarkable is how the entire Bulls squad caught fire, sinking 25 of their 47 attempts from beyond the arc. And this is the part most people miss: It wasn’t just White. Matas Buzelis (21 points), Ayo Dosunmu (18 points), and Kevin Huerter (14 points) each contributed four three-pointers, showcasing the team’s depth and versatility. Nikola Vucevic added 19 points and eight rebounds, further solidifying the Bulls' dominance.
The Clippers, who had been on a tear with six straight wins and 13 of their last 15, couldn’t keep up. Despite James Harden’s 24 points and John Collins’ season-high five three-pointers (23 points), Los Angeles struggled to match Chicago’s intensity. Here’s the controversial part: Was it the absence of Kawhi Leonard, who missed his third straight game due to a sprained ankle and bruised knee, that tipped the scales? Or did the Bulls simply outplay a surging Clippers team?
Chicago’s 45-point second quarter—a season high—gave them a 21-point halftime lead (70-49). Even when the Clippers threatened a comeback in the third, cutting the deficit to 80-74, the Bulls responded with a 17-3 run, capped by a fastbreak layup from Huerter. But here’s the real question: Is this Bulls team a legitimate contender, or is this just a hot streak?
Up next, the Clippers host the Lakers on Thursday, while the Bulls visit Minnesota. What do you think? Can the Bulls sustain this level of play, or will they cool off? Let us know in the comments!
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