NBA · Final

Bulls Edge Trail Blazers in Close Contest

Chicago Bulls8-6

122

Portland Trail Blazers6-9

121

Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 10:00 PM ET · Moda Center

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Who won Chicago Bulls vs Portland Trail Blazers?

Chicago Bulls beat Portland Trail Blazers 122-121 at Moda Center on November 19, 2025.

In a thrilling contest at the Moda Center, the Chicago Bulls narrowly defeated the Portland Trail Blazers with a final score of 122-121. This victory marked the Bulls' second consecutive win and improved their record to 9-6, while the Trail Blazers fell to 6-10. The Bulls now lead the season series 2-0 against the Trail Blazers, having previously won their earlier matchup 121-112 on February 27, 2026.

The game showcased a competitive atmosphere, with both teams exchanging leads throughout. The Trail Blazers had a strong home record, winning 6 of their last 10 games at home, and they came into this matchup with a recent form of 7-3 over their last 10 games. They averaged 118.3 points scored while allowing only 105.2, which indicated a solid defensive effort. However, the Bulls struggled on the road, with a recent record of just 2-8 in their last 10 games and an average of 116.2 points scored, but they allowed a significantly higher 126.8 points per game.

In terms of injuries, the Trail Blazers were missing Shaedon Sharpe due to a knee issue, while both Damian Lillard and Ja Morant were listed as day-to-day with Achilles and elbow injuries, respectively. For the Bulls, Dailyn Swain, Zach Collins, Josh Giddey, and Rob Dillingham were all day-to-day with various injuries, which added an element of unpredictability to their lineup.

As the game unfolded, the fourth quarter became the focal point, with crucial scoring plays determining the outcome. Deni Avdija was instrumental for the Bulls, making key shots, including a 28-foot three-point jumper that tied the game at 116. The Blazers responded with a free throw from Jerami Grant, bringing the score to 121-119. However, Nikola Vucevic sealed the victory for the Bulls with a decisive three-pointer, bringing the score to 122-121.

The market had priced the Bulls as slight favorites heading into the game, reflecting their recent form and the Trail Blazers' injury concerns, although the final outcome showed just how closely matched the teams were. The conditions in the Moda Center were favorable for basketball, with a vibrant crowd supporting the home team.

Viewers were treated to a showcase of skill and determination, with a particular focus on the performance of Avdija and the impact of the Trail Blazers' injuries on their overall gameplay. The close nature of the game kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer.

Injury report

Shaedon SharpeOutKneePortland Trail Blazers
Ja MorantDay-To-DayElbowPortland Trail Blazers
Damian LillardDay-To-DayAchillesPortland Trail Blazers
Dailyn SwainDay-To-DayWristChicago Bulls
Zach CollinsDay-To-DayToeChicago Bulls
Josh GiddeyDay-To-DayAnkleChicago Bulls
Rob DillinghamDay-To-DayWristChicago Bulls

Leaders

PointsJerami Grant33Portland Trail Blazers
AssistsDeni Avdija11Portland Trail Blazers
ReboundsDonovan Clingan21Portland Trail Blazers
PointsNikola Vucevic27Chicago Bulls
AssistsJosh Giddey13Chicago Bulls
ReboundsNikola Vucevic8Chicago Bulls

Recent form

Portland Trail Blazers

Last 10: 7-3Streak W2118.3 scored · 105.2 allowed per game6-1 at home

W122-110vs Sacramento KingsApr 13
W116-97vs LA ClippersApr 11
L101-112at San Antonio SpursApr 9
L132-137at Denver NuggetsApr 7
W118-106vs New Orleans PelicansApr 3
W114-104at LA ClippersApr 1
W123-88vs Washington WizardsMar 29
L93-100vs Dallas MavericksMar 28
W130-99vs Milwaukee BucksMar 26
W134-99vs Brooklyn NetsMar 24

Chicago Bulls

Last 10: 2-8Streak L2116.2 scored · 126.8 allowed per game2-5 away

L128-149at Dallas MavericksApr 13
L103-127vs Orlando MagicApr 11
W119-108at Washington WizardsApr 9
W129-98at Washington WizardsApr 7
L110-120vs Phoenix SunsApr 5
L96-136at New York KnicksApr 3
L126-145vs Indiana PacersApr 2
L114-129at San Antonio SpursMar 31
L124-125at Memphis GrizzliesMar 29
L113-131at Oklahoma City ThunderMar 28

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
Oklahoma City	-	18	L2	.780	64
Denver	10	28	W12	.659	54
Minnesota	15	33	W2	.598	49
Portland	22	40	W2	.512	42
Utah	42	60	L1	.268	22

Box score

Stat	Chicago Bulls	Portland Trail Blazers
Field goals	46-96	44-107
Field goal %	48	41
Three-pointers	21-49	12-42
Three-point %	43	29
Free throws	9-14	21-32
Free throw %	64	66
Rebounds	38	64
Offensive rebounds	7	26
Defensive rebounds	31	38
Assists	36	27
Steals	10	10
Blocks	9	5
Turnovers	16	15
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	1
Technical fouls, total	0	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	21	23
Fast-break points	21	14
Points in the paint	44	62
Fouls	26	16
Largest lead	21	8

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter93-79Toumani Camara makes 3-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter93-80Deni Avdija makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter96-80Coby White makes 30-foot three pointer
3rd Quarter96-82Javonte Cooke makes dunk (Caleb Love assists)
3rd Quarter98-82Coby White makes driving layup (Patrick Williams assists)
4th Quarter98-83Jerami Grant makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter98-84Jerami Grant makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter101-84Jevon Carter makes 22-foot three point jumper (Dalen Terry assists)
4th Quarter103-84Dalen Terry makes two point shot (Coby White assists)
4th Quarter103-85Deni Avdija makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter103-86Deni Avdija makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter105-86Coby White makes 23-foot jumper (Dalen Terry assists)
4th Quarter105-87Jerami Grant makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter105-88Jerami Grant makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter107-88Jalen Smith makes tip shot
4th Quarter109-88Ayo Dosunmu makes 2-foot layup (Josh Giddey assists)
4th Quarter109-91Jerami Grant makes 22-foot three point jumper (Toumani Camara assists)
4th Quarter109-93Deni Avdija makes two point shot
4th Quarter109-96Deni Avdija makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jerami Grant assists)
4th Quarter109-98Jerami Grant makes two point shot (Kris Murray assists)
4th Quarter109-99Donovan Clingan makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter109-101Kris Murray makes 1-foot dunk (Donovan Clingan assists)
4th Quarter111-101Ayo Dosunmu makes driving layup
4th Quarter111-102Kris Murray makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter111-105Jerami Grant makes 22-foot three point jumper (Deni Avdija assists)
4th Quarter111-107Deni Avdija makes 3-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter112-107Coby White makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter112-109Kris Murray makes two point shot
4th Quarter113-109Ayo Dosunmu makes free throw 2 of 3
4th Quarter114-109Ayo Dosunmu makes free throw 3 of 3
4th Quarter114-111Kris Murray makes 1-foot dunk (Donovan Clingan assists)
4th Quarter116-111Isaac Okoro makes driving layup (Josh Giddey assists)
4th Quarter116-113Deni Avdija makes two point shot (Kris Murray assists)
4th Quarter116-116Deni Avdija makes 28-foot three point jumper (Jerami Grant assists)
4th Quarter116-118Donovan Clingan makes two point shot (Deni Avdija assists)
4th Quarter116-119Donovan Clingan makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter116-120Deni Avdija makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter119-120Coby White makes 26-foot three point shot (Matas Buzelis assists)
4th Quarter119-121Jerami Grant makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter122-121Nikola Vucevic makes 25-foot three point jumper (Coby White assists)