The Chicago Bulls have played just one preseason game so far—a 118–117 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. After falling behind by 11 in the first quarter, Chicago’s second unit sparked a comeback that flipped the momentum.
The Bulls outscored the Cavaliers by 11 in the second quarter, pulling even by halftime. But the start of the second half felt familiar. With the starters back in, minus Josh Giddey, Chicago looked sharper early, only for the reserves to stumble later, giving up a four-point lead.
Down 90–83 to start the fourth, the Bulls began to rally with just under four minutes remaining.