The Chicago Bulls ended an eight-game losing streak Friday, beating the Atlanta Hawks 125–117 in overtime in an NBA Cup group game at the United Center. Norman Powell finished with 33 points, including nine in overtime.
Chicago led 60–53 at halftime, but Atlanta erased the deficit and pulled even at 110 by the end of regulation. Powell then scored more in overtime than the entire Hawks lineup, which managed seven points in the extra period.
Josh Giddey added 15 points, 14 assists and 10 rebounds for Chicago. Jalen Johnson scored 27 for Atlanta. Both teams are now 1–1 in Cup group play.
Chicago won the extra period 15–7 after losing its halftime lead. The question for the Bulls is whether that late-game execution can carry over to their next close finish.
Source: NBA game summary and box score
This report was prepared with AI assistance.
