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Bulls Take Down Lakers For First Win

6 Takeaways from Chicago's 124-108 Triumph

The Chicago Bulls earned their first win of the 2023-24 season with a 124-108 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday night. Here are six takeaways from the game:

1. DeMar DeRozan leads the way: DeRozan had a team-high 38 points on 14-of-23 shooting. He also added 6 rebounds and 5 assists.

2. Zach LaVine bounces back: LaVine struggled in the Bulls' season opener, but he bounced back with a strong performance against the Lakers. He had 26 points on 9-of-17 shooting, including 4-of-9 from three-point range.

3. Dalen Terry impresses: Terry, a rookie guard, made his first NBA start and impressed with his play. He had 14 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 assists.

4. LeBron James' anniversary: Friday's game marked the 20th anniversary of LeBron James' NBA debut. James, who now plays for the Lakers, scored 20 points in the game.

5. Bulls' defense improves: The Bulls' defense was much improved from their season opener. They held the Lakers to 42.9% shooting, including 25.8% from three-point range.

6. Bulls head to Detroit: The Bulls will head to Detroit to face the Pistons on Saturday night. They will be looking to extend their winning streak to two games.