The Los Angeles Lakers displayed excellent offensive and defensive skills in a 107-81 win against the Chicago Bulls in an NBA 2K25 Summer League match at the Thomas and Mack Center in Las Vegas on Saturday night.
Fast Start and Strong Finish
The Lakers took control from the beginning, quickly establishing a strong 39-18 lead in the first quarter. Their early success was driven by a 32-9 run in the final 6:38 of the period. While the Bulls improved their defense during the middle quarters and narrowed the gap, the Lakers regained their momentum in the last 10 minutes, outscoring Chicago 35-23 to secure a decisive victory.
Standout Performances
Blake Hinson scored 25 points and contributed three rebounds and two assists to lead the Lakers. Quincy Olivari made a contribution of 20 points, three rebounds, and one steal. Moses Brown scored 10 points, grabbed eight rebounds, and blocked two shots, as Vincent Valerio-Bodon also contributed 10 points along with four rebounds, three assists, one steal, and one block.
Bulls’ Efforts
Dereon Seabron led the Bulls with 18 points and contributed five assists and four rebounds. Henri Drell contributed strongly with 10 points, seven rebounds, two assists, one steal, and one block. Matas Buzelis, a new first-round pick, and DJ Steward both put up 10 points. Buzelis also made a steal while Steward had four rebounds and four assists.
Conclusion of Summer League Play
Summer League play for the Lakers and the Bulls came to an end with this game. The Lakers’ impressive performance in this game showcases their capability and establishes a favorable outlook for the upcoming season. Fans are eagerly looking forward to seeing how these promising displays will result in success during the regular season.
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