NBA · Final

Bulls Edge Magic in Close Contest at United Center

Orlando Magic19-16

114

Chicago Bulls17-17

121

Friday, January 2, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · United Center

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Quick answers

Who won Orlando Magic vs Chicago Bulls?

Chicago Bulls beat Orlando Magic 121-114 at United Center on January 2, 2026.

Who was favored in Orlando Magic vs Chicago Bulls?

Orlando Magic were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -198 (about 66% implied). The underdog won.

In a tightly contested matchup at the United Center, the Chicago Bulls emerged victorious against the Orlando Magic, finishing the game with a score of 121-114. This win marked a significant moment for the Bulls, who improved their record to 18-17, while the Magic fell to 19-17. The game showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with Chicago leading the series 3-1 against Orlando this season.

The Bulls have shown a solid performance at home recently, boasting a record of 7-3 in their last ten games. They have averaged 122.1 points scored per game while allowing 121.7 points, indicating a high-scoring style of play. Their latest victory against the New Orleans Pelicans on January 1, 2026, where they won 134-118, highlighted their offensive capabilities. However, they had faced some challenges earlier, including a loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves (101-136) just days before.

On the other hand, the Magic have had a mixed bag of results, going 5-5 in their last ten games. They have averaged 113.7 points scored and allowed 118.2 points during this stretch. Their most recent outing saw them narrowly defeat the Indiana Pacers 112-110 on December 31, 2025. Orlando's performance has been characterized by inconsistency, with their last five games yielding a record of 3-2.

When comparing home and away performances, the Bulls have a home record of 3-3 in their last six games, while the Magic have struggled slightly more on the road, with a record of 3-3 in their last six away games. This matchup was crucial for both teams as they sought to improve their standings in the league.

In terms of injuries, both teams faced challenges. 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 Magic also had key players in a similar situation, with Franz Wagner (calf), Izaiyah Nelson (ankle), and Jonathan Isaac (knee) all listed as Day-To-Day. The status of these players could have impacted the strategies employed by both teams during the game.

The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had the Magic favored by 5.5 points, with a total set at 233.5. The odds indicated a competitive matchup, with the home money line for the Bulls at 164.0 and the away money line for the Magic at -198. These figures reflected the expectations surrounding both teams leading up to the game.

Throughout the game, viewers witnessed several key moments that defined the outcome. In the fourth quarter, Tre Jones made crucial free throws that helped maintain the Bulls' lead. Paolo Banchero's two-point shot and Wendell Carter Jr.'s free throws kept the Magic within striking distance, but the Bulls' defense held strong. Isaac Okoro's dunk, assisted by Patrick Williams, sealed the victory for Chicago, showcasing their ability to execute under pressure.

Overall, this game was not only a testament to the Bulls' resilience at home but also highlighted the ongoing rivalry between these two teams. The Bulls' ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities while managing their defensive responsibilities ultimately led them to a well-earned victory.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	ORL -5.5	233.5 o -108 / u -112	Orlando Magic -198 · Chicago Bulls +164

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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
Franz WagnerDay-To-DayCalfOrlando Magic
Izaiyah NelsonDay-To-DayAnkleOrlando Magic
Jonathan IsaacDay-To-DayKneeOrlando Magic

Leaders

PointsMatas Buzelis21Chicago Bulls
AssistsMatas Buzelis7Chicago Bulls
ReboundsNikola Vucevic10Chicago Bulls
PointsPaolo Banchero31Orlando Magic
AssistsAnthony Black7Orlando Magic
ReboundsWendell Carter Jr.10Orlando Magic

Recent form

Chicago Bulls

Last 10: 7-3Streak W1122.1 scored · 121.7 allowed per game3-3 at home

W134-118vs New Orleans PelicansJan 1
L101-136vs Minnesota TimberwolvesDec 30
L103-112vs Milwaukee BucksDec 28
W109-102vs Philadelphia 76ersDec 27
W126-123at Atlanta HawksDec 24
W152-150at Atlanta HawksDec 21
W136-125at Cleveland CavaliersDec 20
W127-111vs Cleveland CavaliersDec 18
L104-114vs New Orleans PelicansDec 15
W129-126at Charlotte HornetsDec 13

Orlando Magic

Last 10: 5-5Streak W1113.7 scored · 118.2 allowed per game3-3 away

W112-110at Indiana PacersDec 31
L106-107at Toronto RaptorsDec 30
W127-126vs Denver NuggetsDec 28
L105-120vs Charlotte HornetsDec 27
W110-106at Portland Trail BlazersDec 24
L97-120at Golden State WarriorsDec 23
W128-127at Utah JazzDec 21
L115-126at Denver NuggetsDec 19
L120-132vs New York KnicksDec 13
W117-108vs Miami HeatDec 9

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Atlanta	-	36	L1	.561	46
Orlando	1	37	L1	.549	45
Charlotte	2	38	W1	.537	44
Miami	3	39	W2	.524	43
Washington	29	65	L10	.207	17
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	Orlando Magic	Chicago Bulls
Field goals	43-86	45-90
Field goal %	50	50
Three-pointers	14-32	14-41
Three-point %	44	34
Free throws	14-21	17-19
Free throw %	67	89
Rebounds	36	47
Offensive rebounds	5	9
Defensive rebounds	31	38
Assists	28	31
Steals	10	6
Blocks	5	5
Turnovers	11	12
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	15	19
Fast-break points	19	16
Points in the paint	44	54
Fouls	23	15
Largest lead	13	7
Lead changes	19	19
Time in front	60	30

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter84-83Kevin Huerter makes running layup (Dalen Terry assists)
3rd Quarter84-86Kevin Huerter makes 24-foot three point jumper (Dalen Terry assists)
3rd Quarter86-86Tristan da Silva makes 17-foot pullup jump shot (Tyus Jones assists)
3rd Quarter86-87Ayo Dosunmu makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter88-87Jalen Suggs makes 20-foot step back jumpshot
3rd Quarter90-87Desmond Bane makes driving layup
3rd Quarter90-89Patrick Williams makes driving layup
3rd Quarter91-89Jalen Suggs makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter92-89Jalen Suggs makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter95-89Jamal Cain makes 23-foot three point jumper (Desmond Bane assists)
3rd Quarter95-91Tre Jones makes driving layup
4th Quarter97-91Desmond Bane makes 20-foot pullup jump shot (Goga Bitadze assists)
4th Quarter97-93Kevin Huerter makes 1-foot layup (Nikola Vucevic assists)
4th Quarter97-94Nikola Vucevic makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter97-95Nikola Vucevic makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter100-95Desmond Bane makes 25-foot three pointer (Goga Bitadze assists)
4th Quarter100-98Julian Phillips makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tre Jones assists)
4th Quarter100-100Julian Phillips makes dunk (Nikola Vucevic assists)
4th Quarter100-101Ayo Dosunmu makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter100-102Ayo Dosunmu makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter102-102Paolo Banchero makes driving layup
4th Quarter102-105Matas Buzelis makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ayo Dosunmu assists)
4th Quarter104-105Anthony Black makes two point shot
4th Quarter104-106Matas Buzelis makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter104-108Matas Buzelis makes running layup (Ayo Dosunmu assists)
4th Quarter104-109Matas Buzelis makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter104-111Patrick Williams makes 15-foot pullup jump shot (Nikola Vucevic assists)
4th Quarter106-111Paolo Banchero makes driving layup
4th Quarter106-113Nikola Vucevic makes 1-foot two point shot (Matas Buzelis assists)
4th Quarter108-113Wendell Carter Jr. makes driving layup (Paolo Banchero assists)
4th Quarter110-113Anthony Black makes 1-foot running dunk (Paolo Banchero assists)
4th Quarter110-114Tre Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter110-115Tre Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter112-115Paolo Banchero makes 5-foot two point shot
4th Quarter112-117Tre Jones makes 16-foot fade away jump shot
4th Quarter113-117Wendell Carter Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter114-117Wendell Carter Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter114-118Matas Buzelis makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter114-119Matas Buzelis makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter114-121Isaac Okoro makes 1-foot dunk (Patrick Williams assists)