The Chicago Bulls (12 - 8) resisted a late surge by the Los Angeles Clippers (13 - 10) to hang onto a much - needed win. Chicago's victory snapped a three - game losing streak and came on the second half of a back - to - back following the team's loss to the Boston Celtics on Wednesday. Despite a lackluster shooting night (4 - 14 FGM, 0 - 2 3PM), Bulls star Jimmy Butler was able to control the game in other ways, distributing the ball well for eight assists and recording both two steals and two blocks. Chicago's other reigning All-Star, Pau Gasol, matched Butler's defensive stats while leading the way with a big 24 points on offense. Struggles continued, meanwhile, for former MVP Derrick Rose, who is continuing to put up the worst numbers of his career. The point guard scored just 11 points to go with only three rebounds and two assists. The Clippers, who had won three straight headed into their matchup against Chicago, saw questionable offensive efficiency throughout the game. The team shot just 34 percent from the field, including a dismal 2 - for - 11 night from starter J.J. Redick. On a more positive note, star power forward Blake Griffin continued his campaign to establish himself as one of the league's premier players, scoring 18 points on solid 7 - for - 14 shooting and pulling down 11 rebounds. Griffin has been a force to be reckoned with this season, and has helped build momentum for the rising Clippers team. While Thursday's game snapped their winning streak, the Clippers should hope to bounce back as they take on the 7 - 15 Nets in Brooklyn on Saturday. Chicago, meanwhile, will continue their homestand on Saturday, this time facing Anthony Davis and the Pelicans.
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