The Chicago Bulls (19 - 9) defeated the Washington Wizards (19 - 8) 99 - 91 on Tuesday. Chicago has won four straight and seven of their last eight. Everything is looking good for the Bulls right now. They're winning, and they were finally able to play back - to - back games with a fully healthy roster after struggling to have everyone available on the same night most of this season. Derrick Rose returned to action Monday against the Raptors, and in his two games back, he's put up 29 points and 25 points. The early - season rust seems to be breaking off, and if Rose can stay healthy, a great performance on Christmas Day could be on tap for Thursday's game against the Lakers. Washington has lost back - to - back games for just the second time this season. John Wall had his hands full with Rose all night but still finished with 18 points and nine assists. Marcin Gortat pulled down a double - double with 14 points and 11 rebounds, showing up well against the Bulls' army of big men. The competition will get a little easier for the Wizards when they take on the New York Knicks on Christmas Day.
["TeamStat(G,'Wizards') has 8 Losses ,has 91 Total points ,has 8 Turnovers ,has 19 Wins ."
 "TeamStat(G,'Bulls') has 9 Losses ,has 99 Total points ,has 19 Turnovers ."]