NBA · Final

Bulls Edge Rockets in Thrilling Finish at United Center

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Monday, March 23, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · United Center

Chicago Bulls 132, Houston Rockets 124, 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 Houston Rockets vs Chicago Bulls?

Chicago Bulls beat Houston Rockets 132-124 at United Center on March 23, 2026.

Who was favored in Houston Rockets vs Chicago Bulls?

Houston Rockets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -375 (about 79% implied). The underdog won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Chicago Bulls triumphed over the Houston Rockets with a final score of 132-124 at the United Center. This victory marks a significant moment for the Bulls, who have struggled throughout the season with a record of 29-42, while the Rockets stand at 43-28. The win also ties the series between these two teams at 1-1 for the season.

The Bulls entered this game with a recent record of 4-6 over their last ten games, but they had been on a two-game losing streak prior to this victory. In those ten games, they averaged 116.2 points scored while allowing 118.8 points against. Their performance at home has been mixed, with a home record of 2-3 in their last five games. In contrast, the Rockets had a record of 5-5 in their last ten games and were riding a two-game winning streak into this matchup, scoring an average of 110.0 points and allowing 113.3 points.

In terms of previous meetings, the Bulls have struggled against the Rockets in recent seasons, losing all three matchups in the 2025 and 2026 seasons, including a 107-143 defeat at home earlier in the 2025 season. The Bulls were looking to turn the tide in this game.

Injuries played a role in the game, with several key players listed as day-to-day for both teams. The Bulls had Dailyn Swain, Zach Collins, Josh Giddey, and Rob Dillingham all listed as day-to-day due to wrist, toe, and ankle issues. The Rockets were similarly impacted, with Kevin Durant, Fred VanVleet, and Steven Adams also listed as day-to-day due to ankle and knee injuries.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Rockets favored by 8.5 points, with a total set at 233.5. The odds indicated a strong expectation for the Rockets to perform well, but the Bulls defied those expectations with their performance.

The game was characterized by a series of scoring plays that kept fans on the edge of their seats. In the fourth quarter, Matas Buzelis made a crucial 26-foot three-point jumper, followed by Kevin Durant's response with his own three-pointer. Jalen Smith also contributed with a significant three-point shot that extended the Bulls' lead. As the game progressed, the Bulls maintained their composure, with Josh Giddey making a technical free throw that helped seal the victory.

The conditions at the United Center were electric, with fans witnessing a thrilling finish that showcased the determination of both teams. The Bulls, despite their struggles this season, managed to capitalize on their home advantage and secure a much-needed victory, while the Rockets will need to regroup after this setback.

Overall, this game served as a reminder of the unpredictability of the NBA, where any team can rise to the occasion, especially in front of a passionate home crowd.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	HOU -8.5	233.5 o -110 / u -110	Houston Rockets -375 · Chicago Bulls +295

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Injury report

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

Leaders

PointsCollin Sexton25Chicago Bulls
AssistsJosh Giddey13Chicago Bulls
ReboundsLeonard Miller9Chicago Bulls
PointsKevin Durant40Houston Rockets
AssistsAlperen Sengun10Houston Rockets
ReboundsAlperen Sengun13Houston Rockets

Recent form

Chicago Bulls

Last 10: 4-6Streak L2116.2 scored · 118.8 allowed per game2-3 at home

L110-115vs Cleveland CavaliersMar 20
L109-139vs Toronto RaptorsMar 19
W132-107vs Memphis GrizzliesMar 17
L108-119at LA ClippersMar 14
L130-142at Los Angeles LakersMar 13
W130-124at Golden State WarriorsMar 11
L110-126at Sacramento KingsMar 9
W105-103at Phoenix SunsMar 6
L108-116vs Oklahoma City ThunderMar 4
W120-97vs Milwaukee BucksMar 1

Houston Rockets

Last 10: 5-5Streak W2110 scored · 113.3 allowed per game0-2 away

W123-122vs Miami HeatMar 22
W117-95vs Atlanta HawksMar 21
L116-124vs Los Angeles LakersMar 19
L92-100vs Los Angeles LakersMar 17
W107-105vs New Orleans PelicansMar 14
L93-129at Denver NuggetsMar 12
W113-99vs Toronto RaptorsMar 11
L120-145at San Antonio SpursMar 9
W106-99vs Portland Trail BlazersMar 7
L113-115vs Golden State WarriorsMar 6

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
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
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

Box score

Stat	Houston Rockets	Chicago Bulls
Field goals	49-92	45-90
Field goal %	53	50
Three-pointers	11-41	19-38
Three-point %	27	50
Free throws	15-24	23-28
Free throw %	63	82
Rebounds	41	45
Offensive rebounds	8	7
Defensive rebounds	33	38
Assists	27	30
Steals	8	8
Blocks	7	4
Turnovers	17	14
Team turnovers	0	2
Technical fouls	2	1
Technical fouls, total	2	1
Flagrant fouls	1	0
Points off turnovers	16	17
Fast-break points	18	8
Points in the paint	62	48
Fouls	18	21
Largest lead	4	22
Lead changes	3	3
Time in front	5	90

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter85-95Amen Thompson makes driving layup (Alperen Sengun assists)
3rd Quarter87-95Amen Thompson makes running layup (Kevin Durant assists)
4th Quarter89-95Alperen Sengun makes 1-foot layup (Reed Sheppard assists)
4th Quarter91-95Reed Sheppard makes driving layup
4th Quarter91-96Matas Buzelis makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter91-97Matas Buzelis makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter94-97Reed Sheppard makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jabari Smith Jr. assists)
4th Quarter94-99Rob Dillingham makes 1-foot two point shot
4th Quarter97-99Alperen Sengun makes 27-foot three point jumper (Reed Sheppard assists)
4th Quarter97-100Nick Richards makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter97-101Nick Richards makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter99-101Kevin Durant makes 1-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter99-103Tre Jones makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter99-106Matas Buzelis makes 24-foot three pointer
4th Quarter102-106Kevin Durant makes 26-foot three pointer
4th Quarter104-106Kevin Durant makes 17-foot running pullup jump shot (Alperen Sengun assists)
4th Quarter106-106Alperen Sengun makes driving layup (Kevin Durant assists)
4th Quarter109-106Jabari Smith Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Aaron Holiday assists)
4th Quarter109-108Jalen Smith makes layup
4th Quarter112-108Aaron Holiday makes 23-foot three point jumper (Reed Sheppard assists)
4th Quarter112-110Tre Jones makes running layup (Josh Giddey assists)
4th Quarter112-112Josh Giddey makes 5-foot two point shot
4th Quarter112-113Josh Giddey makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter112-114Leonard Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter114-114Alperen Sengun makes 1-foot driving dunk (Reed Sheppard assists)
4th Quarter114-116Leonard Miller makes 1-foot driving dunk (Josh Giddey assists)
4th Quarter116-116Kevin Durant makes 19-foot step back jumpshot
4th Quarter116-117Tre Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter116-118Tre Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter117-118Amen Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter118-118Amen Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter118-121Josh Giddey makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tre Jones assists)
4th Quarter118-124Matas Buzelis makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jalen Smith assists)
4th Quarter121-124Kevin Durant makes 26-foot three point jumper (Alperen Sengun assists)
4th Quarter121-127Jalen Smith makes 23-foot three point jumper (Josh Giddey assists)
4th Quarter124-127Kevin Durant makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot (Aaron Holiday assists)
4th Quarter124-129Matas Buzelis makes driving layup
4th Quarter124-130Josh Giddey makes technical free throw
4th Quarter124-131Collin Sexton makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter124-132Collin Sexton makes free throw 2 of 2