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Nets Edge Bulls in Close Contest at Barclays Center

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Friday, January 16, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · Barclays Center

Brooklyn Nets 112, Chicago Bulls 109, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Chicago Bulls vs Brooklyn Nets?

Brooklyn Nets beat Chicago Bulls 112-109 at Barclays Center on January 16, 2026.

Who was favored in Chicago Bulls vs Brooklyn Nets?

Brooklyn Nets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -115 (about 53% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Brooklyn Nets triumphed over the Chicago Bulls with a final score of 112-109 at Barclays Center. This victory marked the Nets' third consecutive win against the Bulls this season, extending their lead in the series to 3-0. The game showcased a thrilling fourth quarter, where both teams exchanged leads and fought hard for every point.

The Nets entered this game with a home record of 12-27, struggling significantly throughout the season. Their recent form was concerning, as they had lost their last five games prior to this victory, with an average of 107.6 points scored and 113.8 points allowed in their last ten outings. In contrast, the Bulls had a better away record of 19-22 and were coming off a win against the Utah Jazz, which snapped a streak of mixed results. Their average points scored in the last ten games stood at 101.5, while they allowed an average of 105.5 points.

The Nets had been particularly poor at home, with a record of just 1-4 in their last five games. Their performance had seen them averaging only 104.8 points while allowing 111.4 points during this stretch. Meanwhile, the Bulls had shown more resilience on the road, although they had not won any of their last three away games before this matchup.

In terms of injuries, both teams were dealing with key players listed as day-to-day. For the Nets, Nolan Traore was uncertain due to a knee issue. The Bulls faced a more significant injury list, with Dailyn Swain (wrist), Zach Collins (toe), Josh Giddey (ankle), and Rob Dillingham (wrist) all in a similar situation. The absence of these players could have impacted the Bulls' rotation and overall performance.

The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had the Nets favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 224.5. The odds reflected a competitive matchup, indicating that both teams had a reasonable chance of winning. The home moneyline for the Nets was set at -115.0, while the Bulls were at -105.0, further emphasizing the close nature of the contest.

As the game unfolded, the fourth quarter proved to be decisive. The scoring plays highlighted the back-and-forth nature of the final moments. Coby White's driving layup brought the Bulls to within three points at 102-105. However, Noah Clowney responded with a three-pointer, pushing the Nets' lead to 108-102. The Bulls fought back, with Jalen Smith hitting a three-pointer to narrow the gap to 105-108, and Isaac Okoro's dunk further tightened the score to 107-108. Tre Jones then gave the Bulls a brief lead at 109-108 with a running layup.

In a dramatic finish, Michael Porter Jr. scored a layup to put the Nets back ahead at 110-109, followed by two crucial free throws from Clowney, sealing the game at 112-109. The final minutes showcased the intensity and competitiveness of both teams, with the Nets ultimately managing to secure the win despite their recent struggles.

This game was not just about the score but also about the resilience shown by the Nets, who managed to overcome their recent losing streak and secure a vital victory at home. The Bulls, despite the loss, demonstrated their fighting spirit and ability to compete closely with a team that has had their number this season. With the series now firmly in favor of the Nets, the Bulls will need to regroup and address their injury issues as they look ahead to their next matchups.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	BKN -1.5	224.5 o -112 / u -108	Chicago Bulls -105 · Brooklyn Nets -115

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Injury report

Nolan TraoreDay-To-DayKneeBrooklyn Nets
Dailyn SwainDay-To-DayWristChicago Bulls
Zach CollinsDay-To-DayToeChicago Bulls
Josh GiddeyDay-To-DayAnkleChicago Bulls
Rob DillinghamDay-To-DayWristChicago Bulls

Leaders

PointsMichael Porter Jr.26Brooklyn Nets
AssistsNolan Traore7Brooklyn Nets
ReboundsNic Claxton14Brooklyn Nets
PointsNikola Vucevic19Chicago Bulls
AssistsNikola Vucevic5Chicago Bulls
ReboundsJalen Smith13Chicago Bulls

Recent form

Brooklyn Nets

Last 10: 2-8Streak L5107.6 scored · 113.8 allowed per game1-4 at home

L113-116at New Orleans PelicansJan 15
L105-113at Dallas MavericksJan 13
L98-103at Memphis GrizzliesJan 11
L105-121vs LA ClippersJan 10
L103-104vs Orlando MagicJan 8
W127-115vs Denver NuggetsJan 4
L99-119at Washington WizardsJan 3
L96-120vs Houston RocketsJan 1
L107-120vs Golden State WarriorsDec 30
W123-107at Minnesota TimberwolvesDec 28

Chicago Bulls

Last 10: 4-5-1Streak W1101.5 scored · 105.5 allowed per game0-3 away

W128-126vs Utah JazzJan 15
L113-119at Houston RocketsJan 14
W125-107vs Dallas MavericksJan 11
D0-0vs Miami HeatJan 9
L93-108at Detroit PistonsJan 8
L101-115at Boston CelticsJan 6
L99-112vs Charlotte HornetsJan 4
W121-114vs Orlando MagicJan 3
W134-118vs New Orleans PelicansJan 1
L101-136vs Minnesota TimberwolvesDec 30

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Detroit	-	22	W3	.732	60
Cleveland	8	30	W1	.634	52
Milwaukee	28	50	L1	.390	32
Chicago	29	51	L2	.378	31
Indiana	41	63	L2	.232	19
Boston	-	26	W2	.683	56
New York	3	29	L1	.646	53
Toronto	10	36	W1	.561	46
Philadelphia	11	37	W2	.549	45
Brooklyn	36	62	L3	.244	20

Box score

Stat	Chicago Bulls	Brooklyn Nets
Field goals	41-86	39-91
Field goal %	48	43
Three-pointers	11-35	19-40
Three-point %	31	47
Free throws	16-20	15-17
Free throw %	80	88
Rebounds	41	47
Offensive rebounds	4	11
Defensive rebounds	37	36
Assists	28	30
Steals	10	7
Blocks	10	4
Turnovers	7	14
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	11	17
Fast-break points	24	14
Points in the paint	54	40
Fouls	14	17
Largest lead	2	20
Lead changes	4	4
Time in front	2	95

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter66-79Danny Wolf makes 23-foot three point jumper (Nolan Traore assists)
3rd Quarter68-79Nikola Vucevic makes 4-foot two point shot (Ayo Dosunmu assists)
3rd Quarter68-80Day'Ron Sharpe makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter68-81Day'Ron Sharpe makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter68-83Day'Ron Sharpe makes running layup (Danny Wolf assists)
3rd Quarter69-83Ayo Dosunmu makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter70-83Ayo Dosunmu makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter70-85Day'Ron Sharpe makes 4-foot hook shot (Cam Thomas assists)
3rd Quarter70-87Danny Wolf makes 2-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter71-87Jalen Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter72-87Jalen Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter72-89Danny Wolf makes two point shot
4th Quarter72-92Cam Thomas makes 25-foot three point jumper (Nolan Traore assists)
4th Quarter74-92Tre Jones makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot (Matas Buzelis assists)
4th Quarter77-92Tre Jones makes 25-foot three point jumper (Coby White assists)
4th Quarter80-92Jalen Smith makes 25-foot three point jumper (Coby White assists)
4th Quarter83-92Coby White makes 27-foot running pullup jump shot (Tre Jones assists)
4th Quarter83-95Cam Thomas makes 26-foot three point jumper (Nolan Traore assists)
4th Quarter86-95Jalen Smith makes 24-foot three point jumper (Coby White assists)
4th Quarter87-95Coby White makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter87-98Michael Porter Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Day'Ron Sharpe assists)
4th Quarter90-98Jalen Smith makes 24-foot three point jumper (Isaac Okoro assists)
4th Quarter92-98Ayo Dosunmu makes 1-foot running dunk (Jalen Smith assists)
4th Quarter94-98Ayo Dosunmu makes 2-foot two point shot (Matas Buzelis assists)
4th Quarter94-99Michael Porter Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter94-100Michael Porter Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter95-100Ayo Dosunmu makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter96-100Ayo Dosunmu makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter98-100Isaac Okoro makes layup (Nikola Vucevic assists)
4th Quarter98-102Michael Porter Jr. makes driving layup (Nic Claxton assists)
4th Quarter100-102Nikola Vucevic makes 19-foot jumper (Tre Jones assists)
4th Quarter100-105Michael Porter Jr. makes 25-foot running jump shot (Noah Clowney assists)
4th Quarter102-105Coby White makes driving layup
4th Quarter102-108Noah Clowney makes 26-foot three point jumper (Nic Claxton assists)
4th Quarter105-108Jalen Smith makes 22-foot three point jumper (Isaac Okoro assists)
4th Quarter107-108Isaac Okoro makes 1-foot running dunk
4th Quarter109-108Tre Jones makes running layup (Isaac Okoro assists)
4th Quarter109-110Michael Porter Jr. makes driving layup (Nolan Traore assists)
4th Quarter109-111Noah Clowney makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter109-112Noah Clowney makes free throw 2 of 2