Lonzo Ball, Bulls Defeat LaMelo Ball, Hornets Behind Nikola Vucevic's Massive Game

The Chicago Bulls bounced back from Saturday's three-point loss to the Miami Heat with a 133-119 win at home over the Charlotte Hornets. Nikola Vucevic had a team-high 30 points and 14 rebounds as Chicago improved to 14-8.

DeMar DeRozan added 28 points, Zach LaVine had 25 points and Lonzo Ball chipped in 16 points and eight assists.

It's just the second win in the last five games for the Bulls, who started the season 6-1 but have since had trouble remaining consistent.

The Hornets fell to 13-10 after their second straight loss. Terry Rozier led Charlotte with 31 points while Gordon Hayward had 22 points and LaMelo Ball added 18 points and 13 assists.

Notable Player Stats

C Nikola Vucevic, CHI: 30 points (6-for-6 3-pt FG), 14 rebounds

G DeMar DeRozan, CHI: 28 points

G Zach LaVine, CHI: 25 points

G Lonzo Ball, CHI: 16 points, 8 assists

G Terry Rozier, CHA: 31 points

G Gordon Hayward, CHA: 22 points

G LaMelo Ball, CHA: 18 points, 13 assists

What's Next?

The Bulls will enjoy a couple days off before traveling to face the New York Knicks on Thursday. The Hornets will take on the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday in the third contest of a four-game road trip.

This article will be updated shortly to provide more information on this game.

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