NBA · Final

Bulls Edge Suns in Close Contest

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103

Thursday, March 5, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Mortgage Matchup Center

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Who won Chicago Bulls vs Phoenix Suns?

Chicago Bulls beat Phoenix Suns 105-103 at Mortgage Matchup Center on March 5, 2026.

Who was favored in Chicago Bulls vs Phoenix Suns?

Phoenix Suns were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -600 (about 86% implied). The underdog won.

In a thrilling NBA matchup, the Chicago Bulls narrowly defeated the Phoenix Suns with a final score of 105-103 at the Mortgage Matchup Center. This victory marks Chicago's second consecutive win over Phoenix in their recent encounters, having previously won both meetings in the 2025 season. The Bulls now lead the series 1-0 for this season.

The Suns entered the game with a home record of 35-27, while the Bulls had a significantly lower away record of 26-37. Phoenix's recent form showed a mixed bag, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games and a two-game winning streak leading up to this contest. They averaged 102.1 points scored and allowed 109.0 points during this stretch. In their last five games, the Suns recorded a record of 3-2, averaging 99.6 points scored and 102.4 points allowed.

Conversely, the Bulls have struggled on the road, with a dismal record of 1-9 in their last ten games, averaging 108.9 points scored but allowing 118.9 points. Their current losing streak is at one game, and they have only managed to win once in their last ten outings. In the last five games, the Bulls have recorded a 1-4 record, with an average of 107.6 points scored and 114.0 points allowed.

In terms of home versus away performance, the Suns have a home record of 3-5 in their last eight games at the Mortgage Matchup Center, while the Bulls have struggled away from home, with a record of 1-7 in their last eight games. This context made the matchup particularly intriguing, as the Suns aimed to leverage their home advantage against a struggling Bulls team.

Injury concerns loomed over both teams heading into the game. The Suns were dealing with the day-to-day statuses of CJ Huntley (hamstring) and Mark Williams (foot). The Bulls had a longer list of players affected, including Dailyn Swain (wrist), Zach Collins (toe), Josh Giddey (ankle), and Rob Dillingham (wrist), all listed as day-to-day. The impact of these injuries was a point of interest, as both teams sought to find their rhythm amidst personnel challenges.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Suns favored by 10.5 points with a total set at 224.5. The money line reflected a strong belief in the Suns, listed at -600, while the Bulls were at +440. The odds suggested a clear expectation of a Suns victory, but the outcome proved otherwise.

As the game unfolded, it became a nail-biter, especially in the fourth quarter. Key scoring plays included Tre Jones making a running layup to extend the Bulls' lead to 100-94, followed by Jalen Green's driving layup that brought the score to 100-96. Amir Coffey then added to the Bulls' score with a free throw, making it 100-97. Guerschon Yabusele hit a crucial three-pointer, pushing the lead to 103-97. The Suns fought back with Devin Booker making a 27-foot three-pointer, narrowing the gap to 104-103, but it was not enough as Nick Richards sealed the game for the Bulls with a free throw, finalizing the score at 105-103.

The game showcased a competitive spirit from both teams, with the Bulls managing to capitalize on their opportunities late in the game, while the Suns were left to reflect on missed chances. As the season progresses, both teams will look to build on this game, with the Bulls hoping to turn their fortunes around and the Suns aiming to solidify their playoff positioning.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	PHX -10.5	224.5 o -115 / u -105	Chicago Bulls +440 · Phoenix Suns -600

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Injury report

CJ HuntleyDay-To-DayHamstringPhoenix Suns
Mark WilliamsDay-To-DayFootPhoenix Suns
Dailyn SwainDay-To-DayWristChicago Bulls
Zach CollinsDay-To-DayToeChicago Bulls
Josh GiddeyDay-To-DayAnkleChicago Bulls
Rob DillinghamDay-To-DayWristChicago Bulls

Leaders

PointsDevin Booker27Phoenix Suns
AssistsGrayson Allen8Phoenix Suns
ReboundsRyan Dunn11Phoenix Suns
PointsCollin Sexton30Chicago Bulls
AssistsCollin Sexton5Chicago Bulls
ReboundsNick Richards11Chicago Bulls

Recent form

Phoenix Suns

Last 10: 4-6Streak W2102.1 scored · 109 allowed per game3-5 at home

W114-103at Sacramento KingsMar 4
W113-110vs Los Angeles LakersFeb 27
L81-97vs Boston CelticsFeb 25
L77-92vs Portland Trail BlazersFeb 23
W113-110vs Orlando MagicFeb 21
L94-121at San Antonio SpursFeb 20
L109-136vs Oklahoma City ThunderFeb 12
W120-111vs Dallas MavericksFeb 11
L103-109vs Philadelphia 76ersFeb 8
L97-101vs Golden State WarriorsFeb 6

Chicago Bulls

Last 10: 1-9Streak L1108.9 scored · 118.9 allowed per game0-2 away

L108-116vs Oklahoma City ThunderMar 4
W120-97vs Milwaukee BucksMar 1
L112-121vs Portland Trail BlazersFeb 27
L99-131vs Charlotte HornetsFeb 25
L99-105vs New York KnicksFeb 23
L110-126vs Detroit PistonsFeb 22
L101-110vs Toronto RaptorsFeb 20
L105-124at Boston CelticsFeb 12
L115-123at Brooklyn NetsFeb 10
L120-136vs Denver NuggetsFeb 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
LA Lakers	-	29	W3	.646	53
Phoenix	8	37	W1	.549	45
LA Clippers	11	40	W1	.512	42
Golden State	16	45	L3	.451	37
Sacramento	31	60	L1	.268	22

Box score

Stat	Chicago Bulls	Phoenix Suns
Field goals	41-86	36-92
Field goal %	48	39
Three-pointers	7-28	13-46
Three-point %	25	28
Free throws	16-25	18-27
Free throw %	64	67
Rebounds	46	48
Offensive rebounds	9	14
Defensive rebounds	37	34
Assists	23	24
Steals	8	7
Blocks	3	3
Turnovers	12	14
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	13	12
Fast-break points	22	10
Points in the paint	68	44
Fouls	22	19
Largest lead	12	0
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	96	0

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter72-66Devin Booker makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter72-67Devin Booker makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter74-67Collin Sexton makes driving layup (Rob Dillingham assists)
3rd Quarter74-69Oso Ighodaro makes 6-foot two point shot (Grayson Allen assists)
3rd Quarter76-69Collin Sexton makes 4-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter76-71Devin Booker makes 7-foot pullup jump shot
3rd Quarter76-73Rasheer Fleming makes 8-foot two point shot (Grayson Allen assists)
3rd Quarter77-73Nick Richards makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter79-73Leonard Miller makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Tre Jones assists)
3rd Quarter79-75Grayson Allen makes two point shot (Collin Gillespie assists)
3rd Quarter81-75Tre Jones makes running layup
3rd Quarter81-76Collin Gillespie makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter81-77Collin Gillespie makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter83-77Tre Jones makes driving layup
4th Quarter85-77Guerschon Yabusele makes 10-foot two point shot (Yuki Kawamura assists)
4th Quarter86-77Collin Sexton makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter86-79Jalen Green makes running layup (Grayson Allen assists)
4th Quarter87-79Collin Sexton makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter88-79Collin Sexton makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter90-79Leonard Miller makes 1-foot running dunk (Yuki Kawamura assists)
4th Quarter90-81Jalen Green makes driving layup (Oso Ighodaro assists)
4th Quarter92-81Nick Richards makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Collin Sexton assists)
4th Quarter92-82Jalen Green makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter94-82Guerschon Yabusele makes 9-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter94-83Amir Coffey makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter94-85Devin Booker makes layup (Ryan Dunn assists)
4th Quarter97-85Collin Sexton makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tre Jones assists)
4th Quarter97-86Amir Coffey makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter98-86Nick Richards makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter98-88Jalen Green makes 1-foot running dunk
4th Quarter98-91Grayson Allen makes 28-foot three point jumper (Devin Booker assists)
4th Quarter98-94Amir Coffey makes 26-foot three point jumper (Devin Booker assists)
4th Quarter100-94Tre Jones makes running layup
4th Quarter100-96Jalen Green makes driving layup
4th Quarter100-97Amir Coffey makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter103-97Guerschon Yabusele makes 23-foot three point jumper (Collin Sexton assists)
4th Quarter103-100Amir Coffey makes 26-foot three point jumper (Grayson Allen assists)
4th Quarter104-100Tre Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter104-103Devin Booker makes 27-foot three pointer
4th Quarter105-103Nick Richards makes free throw 1 of 2