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Hornets Secure Victory Over Bulls in Close Contest

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Friday, November 28, 2025, 7:30 PM ET · Spectrum Center

Charlotte Hornets 123, Chicago Bulls 116, 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 Charlotte Hornets?

Charlotte Hornets beat Chicago Bulls 123-116 at Spectrum Center on November 28, 2025.

Who was favored in Chicago Bulls vs Charlotte Hornets?

Chicago Bulls were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -142 (about 59% implied). The underdog won.

In a thrilling matchup at the Spectrum Center, the Charlotte Hornets defeated the Chicago Bulls 123-116, improving their record to 6-14 while the Bulls fell to 9-10. This victory marks the Hornets' second win in their last 11 games, breaking a seven-game losing streak. The Hornets had previously struggled, averaging only 111.3 points in their last ten games while allowing 121.3. In contrast, the Bulls had a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, averaging 121.9 points but allowing a concerning 130.3.

The game was tightly contested, with the Hornets holding on to a narrow lead throughout the fourth quarter. Key plays included a dunk by LaMelo Ball, which helped extend the Hornets' lead to 121-114, and crucial free throws by Miles Bridges that sealed the game late on. The Hornets' scoring was bolstered by contributions from their key players, while the Bulls struggled to find consistent scoring, particularly in the closing minutes.

The Hornets had a home record of 5-14 prior to this game, and their performance at home had been a significant factor in their struggles this season. The Bulls, on the other hand, had a balanced away record of 4-6, but they were unable to capitalize on their opportunities in Charlotte. The Hornets now lead the season series 2-0, having also won their earlier meeting this year.

In terms of injuries, both teams faced challenges. The Hornets had Brandon Miller and PJ Hall listed as day-to-day due to shoulder and ankle issues, respectively. The Bulls were also dealing with several players on the injury report, including Dailyn Swain, Zach Collins, Josh Giddey, and Rob Dillingham, all of whom were day-to-day with various injuries.

The betting market had the Bulls favored by 2.5 points according to DraftKings, with a total set at 248.5 points. The odds reflected the competitive nature of the matchup, but the Hornets' performance proved the odds makers wrong as they secured the win.

Overall, this game showcased the Hornets' resilience in overcoming their recent struggles, while the Bulls will need to regroup and address their defensive issues as they move forward in the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	CHI -2.5	248.5 o -112 / u -108	Chicago Bulls -142 · Charlotte Hornets +120

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Injury report

Brandon MillerDay-To-DayShoulderCharlotte Hornets
PJ HallDay-To-DayAnkleCharlotte Hornets
Dailyn SwainDay-To-DayWristChicago Bulls
Zach CollinsDay-To-DayToeChicago Bulls
Josh GiddeyDay-To-DayAnkleChicago Bulls
Rob DillinghamDay-To-DayWristChicago Bulls

Leaders

PointsBrandon Miller27Charlotte Hornets
AssistsLaMelo Ball8Charlotte Hornets
ReboundsMiles Bridges8Charlotte Hornets
PointsJosh Giddey25Chicago Bulls
AssistsJosh Giddey9Chicago Bulls
ReboundsNikola Vucevic14Chicago Bulls

Recent form

Charlotte Hornets

Last 10: 1-9Streak L7111.3 scored · 121.3 allowed per game1-4 at home

L101-129vs New York KnicksNov 27
L110-113at Atlanta HawksNov 23
L116-131vs LA ClippersNov 22
L118-127at Indiana PacersNov 20
L108-110at Toronto RaptorsNov 18
L96-109vs Oklahoma City ThunderNov 16
L134-147at Milwaukee BucksNov 15
W111-100vs Milwaukee BucksNov 13
L111-121vs Los Angeles LakersNov 11
L108-126at Miami HeatNov 8

Chicago Bulls

Last 10: 3-7Streak L1121.9 scored · 130.3 allowed per game2-5 away

L130-143at New Orleans PelicansNov 25
W121-120vs Washington WizardsNov 23
L107-143vs Miami HeatNov 22
W122-121at Portland Trail BlazersNov 20
W130-127at Denver NuggetsNov 18
L147-150at Utah JazzNov 17
L113-124at Detroit PistonsNov 13
L117-121vs San Antonio SpursNov 11
L122-128at Cleveland CavaliersNov 9
L110-126at Milwaukee BucksNov 8

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
Atlanta	-	36	L1	.561	46
Orlando	1	37	L1	.549	45
Charlotte	2	38	W1	.537	44
Miami	3	39	W2	.524	43
Washington	29	65	L10	.207	17

Box score

Stat	Chicago Bulls	Charlotte Hornets
Field goals	46-97	44-97
Field goal %	47	45
Three-pointers	8-36	15-45
Three-point %	22	33
Free throws	16-20	20-24
Free throw %	80	83
Rebounds	44	46
Offensive rebounds	10	10
Defensive rebounds	34	36
Assists	31	28
Steals	8	6
Blocks	1	10
Turnovers	10	12
Team turnovers	1	2
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	1	0
Points off turnovers	10	24
Fast-break points	29	15
Points in the paint	74	56
Fouls	18	19
Largest lead	4	13

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter84-84Coby White makes 1-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter86-84Coby White makes two point shot (Tre Jones assists)
3rd Quarter87-84Tre Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter88-84Tre Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter88-87Brandon Miller makes 28-foot three point jumper (Sion James assists)
3rd Quarter90-87Coby White makes driving layup (Ayo Dosunmu assists)
3rd Quarter90-89Collin Sexton makes driving layup (Moussa Diabate assists)
3rd Quarter90-90Collin Sexton makes free throw 1 of 1
3rd Quarter92-90Coby White makes driving layup (Tre Jones assists)
3rd Quarter94-90Coby White makes driving layup
3rd Quarter94-93Brandon Miller makes 23-foot three pointer (Collin Sexton assists)
4th Quarter94-95Miles Bridges makes 1-foot dunk (LaMelo Ball assists)
4th Quarter96-95Patrick Williams makes 11-foot pullup jump shot (Kevin Huerter assists)
4th Quarter96-98Kon Knueppel makes 26-foot three point jumper (LaMelo Ball assists)
4th Quarter96-100Miles Bridges makes two point shot (LaMelo Ball assists)
4th Quarter98-100Jalen Smith makes two point shot (Jevon Carter assists)
4th Quarter98-102Miles Bridges makes driving layup
4th Quarter98-105Miles Bridges makes 27-foot three point jumper (Brandon Miller assists)
4th Quarter100-105Jevon Carter makes driving layup (Josh Giddey assists)
4th Quarter100-106Sion James makes free throw 1 of 3
4th Quarter100-107Sion James makes free throw 2 of 3
4th Quarter100-108Sion James makes free throw 3 of 3
4th Quarter100-110Collin Sexton makes two point shot
4th Quarter100-112Collin Sexton makes two point shot
4th Quarter100-113Collin Sexton makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter103-113Josh Giddey makes 26-foot three point jumper (Nikola Vucevic assists)
4th Quarter105-113Tre Jones makes two point shot (Josh Giddey assists)
4th Quarter106-113Josh Giddey makes free throw 1 of 3
4th Quarter107-113Josh Giddey makes free throw 3 of 3
4th Quarter107-114LaMelo Ball makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter110-114Nikola Vucevic makes 25-foot three point jumper (Coby White assists)
4th Quarter110-116Miles Bridges makes 7-foot two point shot
4th Quarter112-116Coby White makes driving layup
4th Quarter112-118Brandon Miller makes 1-foot dunk (Kon Knueppel assists)
4th Quarter112-119Miles Bridges makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter114-119Josh Giddey makes two point shot
4th Quarter114-121LaMelo Ball makes 2-foot dunk (Miles Bridges assists)
4th Quarter116-121Matas Buzelis makes driving layup
4th Quarter116-122Miles Bridges makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter116-123Miles Bridges makes free throw 2 of 2