Key Takeaways:
- Michael Porter Jr. recorded 33 points and 10 rebounds as Brooklyn secured a 113-103 away win over Chicago
- Noah Clowney contributed 18 of his 20 points in the second half, helping the Nets achieve back-to-back wins for the first time this season
- Josh Giddey registered his fifth triple-double of the season with 28 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists, but the Bulls suffered their fifth consecutive defeat
Porter Shines as Nets Secure Consecutive Wins
Michael Porter Jr. delivered an outstanding performance with 33 points and 10 rebounds, leading the Brooklyn Nets to a 113-103 victory over the injury-hit Chicago Bulls at the United Center. The result marked the first time this season that Brooklyn have recorded back-to-back wins, moving their record to 5-16.
Noah Clowney was instrumental in the second half, adding 18 of his 20 points as the visitors pulled away from their hosts. Nic Claxton also contributed significantly, tallying 14 points, nine assists and eight rebounds in a well-rounded display.
teamwork at its finest 🤝 pic.twitter.com/4WvSMOcOOH
— Brooklyn Nets (@BrooklynNets) December 4, 2025
Giddey’s Triple-Double Effort Not Enough for Bulls
Despite a fifth triple-double of this campaign from Josh Giddey, who amassed 28 points, 11 boards and 11 assists, Chicago could not arrest their recent slide. The Bulls slipped to a 9-12 record after enduring a fifth straight loss.
Nikola Vucevic posted 16 points and 11 rebounds, while Ayo Dosunmu matched that points total. However, the Bulls were held to 42.2% shooting from the field and were hindered by 16 turnovers throughout the contest.
Injury Woes Deepen for Chicago
The Bulls were severely undermanned, missing seven players due to injury, including rookie forward Noa Essengue. The recent twelfth overall NBA draft pick is set to undergo surgery on his left shoulder and will sit out the rest of the season.
| Team | Points Leader | Top Rebounder | Top Assists | Field Goal % | Turnovers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brooklyn Nets | Michael Porter Jr. (33) | Michael Porter Jr. (10) | Nic Claxton (9) | 48.7% | 20 |
| Chicago Bulls | Josh Giddey (28) | Nikola Vucevic (11) | Josh Giddey (11) | 42.2% | 16 |
Looking Ahead
Brooklyn will look to extend their winning run when they host Utah on Thursday night. Chicago, meanwhile, are set to welcome Indiana on Friday night as they aim to snap their losing streak.
