The Chicago Bulls and Atlanta Hawks delivered back-to-back thrillers in Atlanta, combining for 551 points across two games decided by three points each. Matas Buzelis torched the Hawks for 28 points on December 21, and Coby White sealed the December 23 win at the free throw line in the final seconds.

Latest Score: Bulls 126-123 Hawks (Dec 23, 2025) · Top Bulls Performer: Josh Giddey: 19 PTS, 15 AST, 11 REB · High-Scoring Game: Bulls 152-150 Hawks (Dec 21, 2025) · Bulls Leader: Matas Buzelis: 28 PTS (Dec 21)

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
  • Bulls swept Hawks in December home-and-home series (ESPN Recap)
  • Matas Buzelis posted 28 PTS on 10/11 FG, 7/8 3PT (USA Today Sportsdata)
  • Coby White delivered 24 PTS including game-winning FT (CBS Sports)
2What’s unclear
  • Future odds and predictions beyond reported FOX Sports lines
  • Full injury reports and bench rotation details
3Timeline signal
  • Dec 21: Bulls 152-150 at State Farm Arena, 12:30 PM ET
  • Dec 23: Bulls 126-123 rally from 10-pt deficit, 7:30 PM ET
4What’s next
  • Both teams now face key conference matchups
  • Bulls look to build on 2-game win streak against Hawks

The key stats table below draws from ESPN and NBA.com official box scores for both December matchups.

Key Stats from Bulls vs Hawks December 2025 Series
Metric Value
Most Recent Game Date Dec 23, 2025
Final Score Chicago Bulls 126, Atlanta Hawks 123
Previous Game Score Bulls 152-150 Hawks (Dec 21)
Box Score Source ESPN Box Score

Who is favored to win, Hawks or Bulls?

The December matchups didn’t produce a clear favorite heading into either game, but the Bulls’ back-to-back wins shifted momentum significantly. FOX Sports reported odds and picks for the Dec. 21 game, and after the 152-150 thriller, bookmakers adjusted for the Dec. 23 rematch.

Hawks vs. Bulls Prediction, Odds, Picks – Dec. 21

Game logs from StatMuse show the Bulls entered the December home-and-home with a 13-15 record following their Dec. 21 loss to the Hawks. Yahoo Sports team and player stats reflected closely contested performance metrics across both rosters heading into the series.

Giddey and White help Bulls rally from late 10-point deficit to beat Hawks 126-123.

ESPN Game Recap

Who is the Hawks’ main scorer?

Jalen Johnson led all Hawks scorers with 36 points on Dec. 21, going 12 of 20 from the field including 2 of 6 from three-point range and 10 of 11 from the free throw line. NBA.com leaders confirm Johnson as Atlanta’s primary offensive threat during the December series.

Atlanta Hawks Leaders

Trae Young contributed key moments throughout both games, including a significant three-pointer in Dec. 21 highlights per ESPN box score data. The Hawks’ balanced offensive approach resulted in 39 assists as a team during the Dec. 21 contest.

Jalen Johnson drained a 3-pointer and finished with 36 points against the Bulls on Dec 21.

— ESPN Box Score

What are the Chicago Bulls vs Atlanta Hawks match player stats?

The Dec. 23 game produced a final score of Bulls 126, Hawks 123 according to ESPN’s official box score for game ID 401810266. Josh Giddey’s near triple-double performance proved decisive in the closing minutes.

Dec 23, 2025 Box Score

CBS Sports team statistics show both teams shot an identical 50.5% from the field on Dec. 23 (Bulls 46-91, Hawks 48-95). Coby White led the Bulls with 24 points including five three-pointers and four assists. The game-winner came from the free throw line in the final seconds.

Player Stats and Shot Charts

NBA.com’s detailed player tracking for game CHI vs ATL-0022500411 shows Matas Buzelis connecting on 7 of 8 three-point attempts on Dec. 21, demonstrating exceptional shooting efficiency from beyond the arc. Team rebounds and assist numbers were distributed across multiple players on both rosters.

The Bulls defeated the Hawks, 152-150 in Atlanta. Matas Buzelis contributed a team-high 28 points on December 21.

NBA YouTube Highlights

Coby White contributed a team-high 24 points as the Bulls closed out the Hawks 126-123 on December 23.

NBA YouTube Highlights

Bulls vs Hawks last 5 game player stats

The StatMuse Bulls vs Hawks game log reveals consistent high-scoring trends across the most recent five matchups. ESPN game summary data confirms both Dec. 21 and Dec. 23 games exceeded 240 combined points, with the earlier contest reaching 302 total points—a record for this matchup historically.

Game Log Player Stats

Yahoo Sports team and player statistics document nine Bulls players scoring in double figures during the Dec. 21 game, an exceptional team offensive performance that complemented strong individual showings.

The upshot

The Bulls’ two victories in three days weren’t flukes—shot efficiency and clutch free throw execution decided both games. Chicago’s ability to get multiple players involved versus Atlanta’s reliance on Johnson and Young created the margin.

Atlanta Hawks vs Chicago Bulls box score

The NBA.com box score for game CHI vs ATL-0022500396 captures the Dec. 21 thriller where the Bulls outlasted the Hawks 152-150. Matas Buzelis contributed 28 points to lead nine Chicago players in double figures during that historic offensive display.

Dec 21, 2025 Game Summary

State Farm Arena hosted the high-scoring affair with a 12:30 PM ET tip-off. ESPN quarter breakdowns show the Bulls posting 38-45-33-36 across the four periods while the Hawks countered with 38-35-42-35. The combined 302 points marked the highest-scoring Bulls-Hawks matchup on record.

Nine Bulls in Double Figures

FantasyData confirmed the Dec. 21 final score of Bulls 152-150 Hawks, noting the exceptional team balance that characterized the Bulls’ offensive approach. Nine players reaching double digits in scoring demonstrated Chicago’s depth and unselfish play throughout the game.

The Bulls swept the Hawks across both December games at State Farm Arena, with Buzelis and White delivering the decisive baskets. The 13-15 Bulls now hold a psychological edge over the 15-15 Hawks heading into their next matchups.

The comparison table below highlights how the two games diverged in tempo and key performers.

Dec 21 vs Dec 23: Key Statistical Comparison
Category Dec 21 (152-150) Dec 23 (126-123)
Total Points 302 249
Top Bulls Scorer Matas Buzelis (28 PTS) Coby White (24 PTS)
Top Hawks Scorer Jalen Johnson (36 PTS) Not specified
Bulls Shooting Not specified 50.5% FG
Hawks Shooting 52% FG, 49% 3PT 50.5% FG
Key Factor Buzelis 7/8 3PT White game-winning FT

The pattern shows the Dec. 21 game favored offensive firepower while Dec. 23 rewarded defensive stops in the final minutes.

The official stats breakdown below provides team-level shooting data for the Dec. 23 game.

Game 3 Official Statistics Breakdown
Stat Bulls Hawks
Field Goals 46-91 (50.5%) 48-95 (50.5%)
Three-Pointers Not specified Not specified
Free Throws Not specified Not specified
Total Rebounds Not specified Not specified
Assists Not specified Not specified
Turnovers Not specified Not specified
Steals Not specified Not specified
Blocks Not specified Not specified

Even with identical shooting percentages, the Bulls’ execution at the line made the difference in the final minutes.

Why this matters

Both teams shot identical percentages in the Dec. 23 game, yet the Bulls walked away with the win. That 50.5% symmetry underscores how execution in the final minutes—not volume shooting—separated the two teams over the two-game span.

December 2025 Bulls-Hawks Timeline

Three meetings between the teams over the 2025-26 season paint a clear picture of this rivalry’s trajectory.

Bulls-Hawks 2025-26 Season Meetings
Date Venue Result Key Performance
Oct 27, 2025 Away Bulls 128, Hawks 123 Season opener win
Dec 21, 2025 State Farm Arena, Atlanta Bulls 152, Hawks 150 Matas Buzelis 28 PTS
Dec 23, 2025 State Farm Arena, Atlanta Bulls 126, Hawks 123 Coby White 24 PTS

The pattern: Bulls swept the December home-and-home after the season-opener victory, with buzzer-beater intensity defining each contest. The Dec. 21 game set the tone as the highest-scoring Bulls-Hawks matchup on record at 302 combined points.

Verified vs Unverified Claims

Confirmed

  • Bulls 152-150 win on Dec 21 per ESPN Box Score
  • Bulls 126-123 win on Dec 23 per ESPN Box Score
  • Buzelis 28 PTS, 7/8 3PT on Dec 21 per USA Today Sportsdata
  • Johnson 36 PTS on Dec 21 per USA Today Sportsdata
  • White 24 PTS on Dec 23 per CBS Sports
  • Bulls swept December series per ESPN Recap
  • Giddey near triple-double (19-15-11) per ESPN Recap
  • Both games at State Farm Arena per ESPN Game Page

Unverified / Gaps

  • Future predictions beyond FOX Sports odds
  • Full injury reports
  • Rebound and assist leaders for Dec 23 game
  • Turnovers and fouls per player
  • Coach quotes or strategy notes

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Additional sources

espn.com, thesportstak.com, espn.com

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the final score of Bulls vs Hawks on Dec 23, 2025?

The Bulls defeated the Hawks 126-123 on December 23, 2025, at State Farm Arena in Atlanta. The Bulls rallied from a 10-point deficit in the fourth quarter to secure the victory.

Who led the Bulls in points against the Hawks?

Matas Buzelis led the Bulls with 28 points on December 21 in the 152-150 thriller. On December 23, Coby White led the Bulls with 24 points including the game-winning free throw.

What are Josh Giddey’s stats in the Hawks matchup?

Josh Giddey posted a near triple-double with 19 points, 15 assists, and 11 rebounds in the December 23 game. His performance in the closing minutes helped the Bulls complete their comeback victory.

How many Bulls players scored double figures vs Hawks?

Nine Bulls players scored in double figures during the December 21 game (152-150), demonstrating exceptional team depth. The balanced offensive attack contrasted with the Hawks’ reliance on Jalen Johnson’s 36 points.

What is the NBA.com link for Bulls vs Hawks box score?

The official NBA.com box scores are available for game CHI vs ATL-0022500396 (Dec 21) and game CHI vs ATL-0022500411 (Dec 23). ESPN’s official box scores are at ESPN Box Score Dec 21 and ESPN Box Score Dec 23.

What were the odds for Hawks vs Bulls Dec 21?

FOX Sports reported odds and picks for the December 21 game. After the Bulls’ 152-150 victory, bookmakers adjusted their lines for the December 23 rematch, though the series didn’t produce a clear pre-game favorite in either contest.

Who is Atlanta Hawks’ leading scorer this season?

Jalen Johnson led the Hawks with 36 points against the Bulls on December 21, establishing himself as Atlanta’s primary offensive threat during the December series. NBA.com leaders confirm Johnson as the team’s top scorer in those matchups.