[Game Recap]

Chicago Bulls at Charlotte Hornets

Dec 12, 2025

Chicago Bulls Edge Charlotte Hornets 129-126 in High-Scoring Affair

Game Summary

The Chicago Bulls secured a narrow 129-126 victory over the Charlotte Hornets, showcasing their offensive efficiency throughout the game. Despite the Hornets' impressive shooting, particularly from beyond the arc, their defensive lapses allowed the Bulls to capitalize, ultimately leading to Chicago's success as they navigated past Charlotte's defensive challenges.

Top Performers

Josh Giddey led the Bulls with a strong performance, scoring 26 points while adding 7 rebounds and 11 assists. Coby White and Zach Collins also made significant contributions, scoring 20 and 16 points, respectively. For the Hornets, Kon Knueppel was the standout with 33 points, supported by Miles Bridges who added 32 points, but it wasn't enough to secure the win.

Odds Recap

The Chicago Bulls were favored by 2.5 points and managed to cover the spread with their 3-point victory. The game also went over the total of 230.0, reflecting the high-scoring nature of this matchup.

Prediction Recap

The model predicted a Charlotte Hornets victory, but it was the Chicago Bulls who came out on top. The model incorrectly forecasted both the moneyline and spread, as well as the total, which was projected to go under.

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