The NBA never fails to deliver jaw-dropping moments, and the ending of the Bulls vs. Lakers game was nothing short of insane. In a matchup filled with highlight plays, clutch shots, and controversial calls, the final seconds had fans on the edge of their seats. Whether you were rooting for LeBron and the Lakers or backing the Bulls, this game had everything you could ask for.
Back-and-Forth Battle in the Fourth
With the game winding down, both teams were locked in a tight battle, exchanging buckets in the final minutes. LeBron James and Anthony Davis led the charge for L.A., while DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine refused to back down for Chicago. Every possession felt like a playoff moment, and neither team was willing to give an inch.
As the clock ticked under a minute, the Lakers clung to a slim lead. Austin Reaves knocked down a clutch three, but LaVine responded with a quick bucket to keep the Bulls within striking distance. With just 20 seconds left, the game was still up for grabs.
The Wild Final Possessions
With the Lakers leading by two, Chicago had the ball with a chance to tie or take the lead. DeRozan drove to the rim, absorbed contact from Davis, and put up a tough shot—AND-ONE! The crowd erupted as DeRozan calmly stepped to the line and knocked down the free throw, giving the Bulls a one-point lead with just seconds remaining.
But the Lakers weren’t done. LeBron took the inbounds pass, pushed the ball up the court, and went straight to the rim. The Bulls’ defense collapsed on him, but at the last second, he kicked it out to D’Angelo Russell, who let it fly from deep—BANG! The Lakers were back up by two with 4.3 seconds left.
Did the Bulls Get Fouled?
Chicago had one last chance, and they went back to their closer. DeRozan caught the ball at the top of the key, took one dribble, and pulled up for a potential game-winner—but Davis contested it perfectly, and the shot clanked off the rim. The buzzer sounded, and the Lakers celebrated a dramatic victory.
However, the Bulls weren’t happy. DeRozan immediately turned to the refs, arguing that Davis made contact on the shot. The replay showed some contact, but no whistle was blown. Bulls fans were furious, while Lakers fans breathed a sigh of relief.
An Instant Classic
This was the kind of game that reminds us why we love the NBA. Superstars stepping up, clutch shots falling, and just the right amount of controversy to keep fans talking for days. The Lakers escaped with a huge win, but the Bulls showed they are not to be taken lightly.
What did you think? Should there have been a foul on DeRozan’s final shot? Or was it just great defense by AD? Let’s hear it! 👇🔥
