The Chicago Bulls defeated the San Antonino Spurs at United Center 95 - 91 on Thursday. The Bulls (12 - 10) dictated the pace of the game, despite a a torrid first half from Jimmy Butler and Dwyane Wade, the defensive effort from both teams was on display and the difference maker. The Bulls held the Spurs (18 - 5) to just 17 points in the first quarter and 15 points in the second quarter, and although the starters were far from performing well in the scoring department, they won the rebounding battle and moved the ball more effectively. Butler went on to finish with 13 points on 4 - of - 14 shooting, but also drew the matchup with Kawhi Leonard, who flashed defensive brilliance, contesting every attempt Butler went for. Wade went off in the second half and did most of his damage from the free throw line after finishing with 20 points on 9 - of - 13 shooting from the charity stripe. All five Bulls starters finished in double figures scoring, and Rajon Rondo had the best all around evening, finishing one assist shy of a triple - double. Rondo went for 12 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists on 6 - of - 12 shooting. Leonard led the charge for San Antonio, although it was not enough to prevent their first road loss of the season. Leonard finished with 24 points, eight rebounds, five assists and one steal on 10 - of - 19 shooting. Pau Gasol converted a double - double with 13 points and 10 rebounds, while Patty Mills contributed 16 points on 6 - of - 12 shooting from the bench. Both teams play on Saturday, as the Spurs host the Brooklyn Nets, while the Bulls host the Miami Heat.
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