Bulls Defeat Bucks 120-97 at United Center
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 3:30 PM ET · United Center
Chicago Bulls 120, Milwaukee Bucks 97, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Milwaukee Bucks vs Chicago Bulls?
Chicago Bulls beat Milwaukee Bucks 120-97 at United Center on March 1, 2026.
Who was favored in Milwaukee Bucks vs Chicago Bulls?
Milwaukee Bucks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.
The Chicago Bulls secured a decisive victory against the Milwaukee Bucks, winning 120-97 at the United Center. This game marked a significant moment for the Bulls, who had been struggling with a 0-10 record in their last ten games prior to this matchup. The Bulls had averaged only 108.3 points while allowing 123.0 points during that stretch, but they turned the tide against the Bucks, showcasing a much-improved performance.
In contrast, the Milwaukee Bucks entered the game with a record of 26-33 and had won seven of their last ten games, averaging 114.8 points and allowing 115.5 points. However, they were unable to maintain their form and fell short in this encounter, marking their second consecutive loss.
The Bulls' home record was 25-36, while the Bucks had a slightly better away record of 26-33. The previous meetings between these two teams had heavily favored the Bucks, who won the series 3-1. In their last matchup on February 4, 2026, the Bulls lost 115-131 in Milwaukee.
In terms of injuries, the Bulls had several players listed as day-to-day, including Dailyn Swain (wrist), Zach Collins (toe), Josh Giddey (ankle), and Rob Dillingham (wrist). The Bucks also had Kevin Porter Jr. listed as day-to-day with a knee issue, which could have impacted their performance.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Bucks favored by 2.5 points with a total set at 231.5. The odds reflected the Bucks' recent form and their previous success against the Bulls. However, the Bulls' unexpected victory turned the expectations upside down.
The game conditions at the United Center were conducive to a competitive atmosphere, and the Bulls capitalized on their home advantage. As the game progressed, the Bulls demonstrated a balanced offensive attack, highlighted by significant contributions from their key players.
In the fourth quarter, notable scoring plays included Leonard Miller making a running dunk assisted by Tre Jones, and Tre Jones himself hitting a 26-foot three-pointer. The Bulls maintained their lead throughout the final period, ultimately sealing the game with a commanding score of 120-97. The Bulls' ability to execute plays effectively and capitalize on their scoring opportunities was a key factor in their victory.
Overall, this game showcased the Bulls' potential to rebound from a challenging stretch and highlighted the Bucks' need to reassess their strategy moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MIL -2.5 | 231.5 o -108 / u -112 | Milwaukee Bucks -135 · Chicago Bulls +114 |
Injury report
- Dailyn SwainDay-To-DayWristChicago Bulls
- Zach CollinsDay-To-DayToeChicago Bulls
- Josh GiddeyDay-To-DayAnkleChicago Bulls
- Rob DillinghamDay-To-DayWristChicago Bulls
- Kevin Porter Jr.Day-To-DayKneeMilwaukee Bucks
Leaders
- PointsCollin Sexton22Chicago Bulls
- AssistsJosh Giddey10Chicago Bulls
- ReboundsJosh Giddey14Chicago Bulls
- PointsBobby Portis18Milwaukee Bucks
- AssistsRyan Rollins7Milwaukee Bucks
- ReboundsJericho Sims11Milwaukee Bucks
Recent form
Chicago Bulls
Last 10: 0-10Streak L10108.3 scored · 123 allowed per game0-6 at home
- 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
- L107-123at Toronto RaptorsFeb 6
- L115-131at Milwaukee BucksFeb 4
Milwaukee Bucks
Last 10: 7-3Streak L1114.8 scored · 115.5 allowed per game3-1 away
- L98-127vs New York KnicksFeb 28
- W118-116vs Cleveland CavaliersFeb 26
- W128-117vs Miami HeatFeb 25
- L94-122vs Toronto RaptorsFeb 22
- W139-118at New Orleans PelicansFeb 21
- W110-93at Oklahoma City ThunderFeb 13
- W116-108at Orlando MagicFeb 12
- L99-118at Orlando MagicFeb 10
- W105-99vs Indiana PacersFeb 7
- W141-137vs New Orleans PelicansFeb 5
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 |
Box score
| Stat | Milwaukee Bucks | Chicago Bulls |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 35-95 | 43-84 |
| Field goal % | 37 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 13-46 | 18-49 |
| Three-point % | 28 | 37 |
| Free throws | 14-17 | 16-23 |
| Free throw % | 82 | 70 |
| Rebounds | 45 | 50 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 34 | 43 |
| Assists | 26 | 34 |
| Steals | 9 | 14 |
| Blocks | 3 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 19 | 18 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 20 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 22 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 50 |
| Fouls | 19 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 16 | 23 |
| Lead changes | 8 | 8 |
| Time in front | 65 | 26 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter73-72Josh Giddey makes technical free throw
- 3rd Quarter76-72Bobby Portis makes 25-foot three point jumper (Ryan Rollins assists)
- 3rd Quarter76-74Collin Sexton makes 2-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter76-75Collin Sexton makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter77-75Cam Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter79-75Bobby Portis makes 6-foot driving floating jump shot (Ryan Rollins assists)
- 3rd Quarter80-75Cam Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter80-77Collin Sexton makes running layup (Matas Buzelis assists)
- 3rd Quarter82-77Bobby Portis makes 9-foot jumper (Jericho Sims assists)
- 3rd Quarter83-77Bobby Portis makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter83-79Leonard Miller makes 2-foot two point shot (Collin Sexton assists)
- 3rd Quarter86-79Bobby Portis makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kevin Porter Jr. assists)
- 3rd Quarter86-80Matas Buzelis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter86-81Matas Buzelis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter88-81Cam Thomas makes 4-foot two point shot (Kevin Porter Jr. assists)
- 3rd Quarter89-81Cam Thomas makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter89-82Tre Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter89-83Tre Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter89-85Collin Sexton makes two point shot (Tre Jones assists)
- 3rd Quarter89-87Tre Jones makes 1-foot two point shot (Leonard Miller assists)
- 4th Quarter89-89Matas Buzelis makes 4-foot driving floating jump shot (Josh Giddey assists)
- 4th Quarter89-91Collin Sexton makes 9-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter89-93Nick Richards makes layup
- 4th Quarter89-95Collin Sexton makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot (Leonard Miller assists)
- 4th Quarter89-97Matas Buzelis makes dunk (Josh Giddey assists)
- 4th Quarter89-99Josh Giddey makes 8-foot driving floating jump shot (Leonard Miller assists)
- 4th Quarter89-102Matas Buzelis makes 25-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter89-103Nick Richards makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-105Nick Richards makes alley oop dunk (Josh Giddey assists)
- 4th Quarter89-108Josh Giddey makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 4th Quarter90-108Kevin Porter Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter91-108Kevin Porter Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter91-110Leonard Miller makes running dunk (Tre Jones assists)
- 4th Quarter92-110Kyle Kuzma makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter92-113Tre Jones makes 26-foot three pointer (Guerschon Yabusele assists)
- 4th Quarter94-113Ousmane Dieng makes running dunk
- 4th Quarter97-113Gary Trent Jr. makes 25-foot running jump shot (Gary Harris assists)
- 4th Quarter97-115Tre Jones makes layup (Guerschon Yabusele assists)
- 4th Quarter97-117Isaac Okoro makes 1-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter97-120Leonard Miller makes 23-foot three point jumper (Rob Dillingham assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Chicago Bulls, below favours Milwaukee Bucks.
Venue
- United CenterChicago, IL
- Attendance20749
- OfficialsJames Williams, Matt Myers, Aaron Smith
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