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The Chicago Bulls defeated the Orlando Magic 110–98 on October 25 at the Kia Center, with Josh Giddey and Jaylen Smith leading the visitors' scoring attack with 21 and 16 points respectively. Chicago's superior shooting efficiency proved decisive: the Bulls shot 47 percent from the field and made 10 three-pointers compared to Orlando's 39.1 percent and just 3 made threes, while also distributing 26 assists to the Magic's 12. The Bulls' defense was equally dominant, holding Orlando to a 92.0 offensive rating and forcing 20 turnovers, translating to a 105.0 defensive rating for Chicago. Paolo Banchero paced the Magic with 24 points, and Anthony Black added 19, but Orlando's 53 rebounds could not overcome their offensive struggles. Chicago's balanced fourth-quarter output of 27 points sealed the outcome after a competitive third quarter where both teams scored 31. The victory underscores early-season form for the Bulls, who shot over 47 percent while maintaining ball security with just 18 turnovers.
