Chicago was unable to handle the Celtics once they ramped up the pressure down the stretch. Joe Mazzulla's team adjusted their defensive pick-up points and began to execute at a higher level than we'd seen throughout the earlier quarters.

The Chicago Bulls are facing off against the Boston Celtics in a thrilling NBA Cup game that could have major NBA Cup implications. The Celtics have one of the

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) drives to the basket abasing Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine, right, during the second half of an Emirates NBA Cup basketball game, Friday Nov. 29, 2024, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Melissa Tamez) AP