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The Chicago Bulls defeated the Sacramento Kings 126–113 on October 29 at the United Center, with Marko Buzelis leading the home side with 27 points and Jalen Giddey adding 20 in a balanced offensive effort. The Bulls shot 53.8 percent from the field and made 14 three-pointers, controlling the game through a dominant third quarter in which they outscored Sacramento 39–27. Chicago's defense proved decisive, holding the Kings to 52.4 percent shooting and forcing them into just 10 turnovers while generating 10 steals. Sacramento's Zach LaVine paced the visitors with 30 points, supported by DeMar DeRozan's 19, but the Kings' three-point shooting faltered with only seven makes and they were outrebounded 46–31. The Bulls' offensive rating of 123.6 and defensive rating of 114.8 reflected their overall control, while Sacramento's fourth-quarter collapse—just 22 points—sealed the outcome. The victory solidifies Chicago's early-season form at home as they continue building momentum.
