Bulls stall out in Detroit

The Bulls Friday started off fast and then sputtered under the pressure of the Pistons, the Bulls engine stalling in a 99-83 loss.

The Bulls accelerated to start with a 26-21 first quarter lead the Bulls pushed up double digits midway through the second quarter leading 39-29. But it was like there was diesel in their tank after that while Blake Griffin with 25 points fueled the Pistons drive. Talk about your internal combustion. The Pistons took a lead at halftime and pulled away throughout the second half.

The Bulls were led by Cameron Payne with a career high equalling 17 points. Kris Dunn had 13 points as the only other Bull scoring in double figures. Zach LaVine was clearly frustrated at…