Chicago, IL – The Chicago Bulls suffered a humiliating 129-101 loss to the Boston Celtics on Wednesday night, a game that not only exposed their on-court struggles but also amplified swirling trade rumors surrounding key players.
With the game broadcasted on national TV, the Bulls were expected to show some fight against the Eastern Conference-leading Celtics, but they were outclassed from the opening tip. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown led the charge for Boston, combining for 55 points as the Celtics built a commanding lead and never looked back. Chicago, meanwhile, looked lifeless, shooting just 39% from the field and committing 17 turnovers in an uninspiring effort.
Chicago’s performance comes at a time when trade talks around Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan are reaching a boiling point. According to multiple reports, the Bulls front office is actively shopping LaVine, who finished with just 14 points on 5-of-15 shooting. DeRozan, another name frequently mentioned in trade discussions, contributed 18 points but was largely ineffective against Boston’s suffocating defense.
With the NBA trade deadline looming, the Bulls’ poor showing only intensifies speculation that a major shakeup is imminent. Sources suggest Chicago is looking to retool around younger talent, potentially moving one or both of their All-Star-caliber scorers in the coming days.
While Chicago floundered, Boston continued to flex its championship credentials. Tatum’s 30-point performance, along with Kristaps Porziņģis’ dominance inside, helped the Celtics cruise to their fourth straight win. The victory further cements Boston’s status as the team to beat in the East, while Chicago’s playoff hopes fade with each demoralizing loss.
With fans growing restless and trade rumors swirling, the Bulls’ front office faces immense pressure to make decisive moves before the deadline. If this performance was any indication, change can’t come soon enough.
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