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Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Toyota Center (Houston)

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Quick answers

Who won Chicago Bulls vs Houston Rockets?

Houston Rockets beat Chicago Bulls 119-113 at Toyota Center (Houston) on January 13, 2026.

Who was favored in Chicago Bulls vs Houston Rockets?

Houston Rockets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -550 (about 85% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Houston Rockets defeated the Chicago Bulls 119-113 at the Toyota Center in Houston. This victory marked the Rockets' second consecutive win over the Bulls this season, extending their lead in the series to 2-0. The game showcased a thrilling fourth quarter where both teams exchanged leads, but the Rockets managed to hold on for the narrow victory.

Entering the game, the Rockets had a home record of 23-14, while the Bulls were at 18-21 on the road. Despite their overall better record, the Rockets were struggling recently, having lost their last three games prior to this matchup. In their last ten games, the Rockets recorded a 5-5 record, averaging 109.9 points scored and allowing 107.1 points. Their recent form at home was slightly better, with a 3-0 record in their last three home games, while their away performance had been weaker, with a 2-5 record.

On the other hand, the Bulls were coming off a win against the Dallas Mavericks, improving their record to 4-5-1 in their last ten games. They averaged 98.6 points scored and allowed 102.4 points during that stretch. The Bulls had a mixed record on the road, sitting at 0-2 away from home in their last two games, which contributed to their overall struggles this season.

The injury picture for both teams was significant. The Rockets had three key players listed as day-to-day: Kevin Durant (ankle), Fred VanVleet (knee), and Steven Adams (ankle). The Bulls also faced injury concerns with Dailyn Swain (wrist), Zach Collins (toe), Josh Giddey (ankle), and Rob Dillingham (wrist) all listed as day-to-day. The status of these players could have influenced the teams' performance and strategies in this matchup.

The betting market reflected the Rockets as heavy favorites, with DraftKings setting the spread at -12.5 for Houston. The total points over/under was set at 224.5, indicating an expectation for a moderately high-scoring game. The moneyline odds showed Houston at -550, while Chicago was at +410, suggesting that the Rockets were expected to win comfortably.

Conditions at the Toyota Center were favorable for basketball, with a typical indoor environment allowing both teams to focus on their game without weather-related disruptions. Fans witnessed a dynamic contest, especially in the fourth quarter, where key plays determined the outcome. Notable scoring plays included a driving layup by Tre Jones and a crucial three-point jumper by Jabari Smith Jr., which extended the Rockets' lead late in the game.

As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a display of skill and determination from both teams, with the Rockets ultimately leveraging their home advantage to secure the win. The final score of 119-113 encapsulated a hard-fought battle that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	HOU -12.5	224.5 o -108 / u -112	Chicago Bulls +410 · Houston Rockets -550

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Injury report

Kevin DurantDay-To-DayAnkleHouston Rockets
Fred VanVleetDay-To-DayKneeHouston Rockets
Steven AdamsDay-To-DayAnkleHouston Rockets
Dailyn SwainDay-To-DayWristChicago Bulls
Zach CollinsDay-To-DayToeChicago Bulls
Josh GiddeyDay-To-DayAnkleChicago Bulls
Rob DillinghamDay-To-DayWristChicago Bulls

Leaders

PointsKevin Durant28Houston Rockets
AssistsAlperen Sengun11Houston Rockets
ReboundsKevin Durant10Houston Rockets
PointsTre Jones34Chicago Bulls
AssistsTre Jones7Chicago Bulls
ReboundsJalen Smith9Chicago Bulls

Recent form

Houston Rockets

Last 10: 5-5Streak L3109.9 scored · 107.1 allowed per game3-0 at home

L98-111at Sacramento KingsJan 12
L105-111at Portland Trail BlazersJan 10
L102-103at Portland Trail BlazersJan 8
W100-97vs Phoenix SunsJan 6
L104-110at Dallas MavericksJan 4
W120-96at Brooklyn NetsJan 1
W126-119vs Indiana PacersDec 30
W117-100vs Cleveland CavaliersDec 28
W119-96at Los Angeles LakersDec 26
L108-128at LA ClippersDec 24

Chicago Bulls

Last 10: 4-5-1Streak W198.6 scored · 102.4 allowed per game0-2 away

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
L103-112vs Milwaukee BucksDec 28
W109-102vs Philadelphia 76ersDec 27

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
San Antonio	-	20	L1	.756	62
Houston	10	30	W1	.634	52
New Orleans	36	56	L2	.317	26
Dallas	36	56	W1	.317	26
Memphis	37	57	L8	.305	25

Box score

Stat	Chicago Bulls	Houston Rockets
Field goals	41-94	45-88
Field goal %	44	51
Three-pointers	12-37	7-24
Three-point %	32	29
Free throws	19-23	22-29
Free throw %	83	76
Rebounds	40	50
Offensive rebounds	14	12
Defensive rebounds	26	38
Assists	24	24
Steals	5	5
Blocks	3	2
Turnovers	7	9
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	8	13
Fast-break points	9	14
Points in the paint	56	64
Fouls	19	18
Largest lead	4	9
Lead changes	35	35
Time in front	32	51

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter82-84Tre Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter82-86Kevin Durant makes 9-foot fade away jump shot
3rd Quarter84-86Tre Jones makes driving layup
3rd Quarter85-86Tre Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter86-86Tre Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter86-88Steven Adams makes layup (JD Davison assists)
3rd Quarter86-89Amen Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter86-90Amen Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter87-90Tre Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter88-90Tre Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter88-92Alperen Sengun makes driving layup
4th Quarter90-92Matas Buzelis makes 4-foot two point shot
4th Quarter90-93Jabari Smith Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter90-94Jabari Smith Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter91-94Jalen Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter92-94Jalen Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter92-96Alperen Sengun makes 5-foot hook shot
4th Quarter92-97Amen Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter92-98Amen Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter93-98Isaac Okoro makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter96-98Isaac Okoro makes 22-foot three point jumper (Ayo Dosunmu assists)
4th Quarter99-98Ayo Dosunmu makes 25-foot running jump shot (Matas Buzelis assists)
4th Quarter99-101Amen Thompson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Steven Adams assists)
4th Quarter102-101Matas Buzelis makes 25-foot three pointer
4th Quarter102-102Amen Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter102-103Amen Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter104-103Matas Buzelis makes driving layup (Jalen Smith assists)
4th Quarter104-105Kevin Durant makes 4-foot driving dunk (JD Davison assists)
4th Quarter106-105Tre Jones makes two point shot
4th Quarter106-108Jabari Smith Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Amen Thompson assists)
4th Quarter106-109Alperen Sengun makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter106-110Alperen Sengun makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter108-110Tre Jones makes driving layup
4th Quarter108-112Jabari Smith Jr. makes 14-foot pullup jump shot (JD Davison assists)
4th Quarter108-115Jabari Smith Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kevin Durant assists)
4th Quarter110-115Kevin Huerter makes 4-foot two point shot
4th Quarter110-117Kevin Durant makes 3-foot driving dunk
4th Quarter110-118Amen Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter110-119Amen Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter113-119Tre Jones makes 25-foot three point jumper (Nikola Vucevic assists)