The Chicago Bulls fell 124–113 to the Detroit Pistons in a late-night matchup that tipped off at around 4:00 AM on November 13, 2025 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit.
Detroit entered the night with a strong home record and extended its winning streak to eight games behind dominant interior play and efficient shooting throughout the match timeline.
Chicago briefly threatened in the final quarter, but the Pistons’ earlier scoring burst proved decisive.
Game timeline overview
| Quarter | Key Story | Score After Quarter |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Detroit fast start, Reed inside dominance | DET 35 – 23 |
| 2nd | Pistons extend lead with shooting efficiency | DET 68 – 52 |
| 3rd | Even scoring period stabilizes game | DET 95 – 79 |
| 4th | Bulls rally but fall short | DET 124 – 113 |
• Detroit controlled the first half
• Third quarter balanced the tempo
• Chicago closed late but deficit too large
First Half: Pistons seize early control
Detroit attacked immediately in the match timeline through Paul Reed in the paint and Duncan Robinson from deep range.
The Pistons shot efficiently while the Bulls struggled to defend transition baskets.
By the end of the opening quarter Detroit already led by double digits.
In the second period Chicago’s offense improved, but Detroit maintained momentum and pushed the margin to sixteen at halftime.
• Reed dominated inside scoring
• Robinson stretched the defense
• Chicago offense improved but defense lagged
Third Quarter: Bulls stabilize, Pistons respond
The teams traded baskets during the third quarter, preventing Chicago from making a significant comeback.
Matas Buzelis carried much of the Bulls scoring and rebounding effort.
However Detroit continued to counter every run with interior scoring and timely dunks.
The margin remained comfortable heading into the fourth quarter.
• Buzelis led Chicago effort
• Detroit matched every scoring push
• Lead stayed near double digits
Fourth Quarter: Late rally denied
Chicago finally produced a push late in the game and cut the deficit briefly to three possessions.
Paul Reed responded with multiple and-one finishes to halt momentum.
A late Duncan Robinson three-pointer sealed the game.
Detroit closed the contest with composure and free throws.
• Bulls showed late fight
• Reed ended comeback hopes
• Pistons secured eighth straight win
Match Player Stats
Final Score by Quarter
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Bulls | 23 | 29 | 27 | 34 | 113 |
| Detroit Pistons | 35 | 33 | 27 | 29 | 124 |
Team Efficiency
| Stat | Bulls | Pistons |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goal % | 48% | 56% |
| Three Point % | 36% | 43% |
| Free Throw % | 68% | 69% |
| Turnovers | 21 | 19 |
| Rebounds | 44 | 44 |
Game Leaders
| Category | Bulls | Pistons |
|---|---|---|
| Points | Matas Buzelis – 21 | Paul Reed – 28 |
| Rebounds | Matas Buzelis – 14 | Paul Reed – 13 |
| Assists | Tre Jones – 5 | Daniss Jenkins – 12 |
Key Player Contributions
| Player | Points | FG |
|---|---|---|
| Paul Reed | 28 | 11-13 |
| Duncan Robinson | 23 | 7-10 3PT |
| Matas Buzelis | 21 | 7-14 |
| Kevin Huerter | 20 | 10-17 |
Lead Tracking
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Largest Lead | Pistons +23 |
| Win Probability End | Detroit 100% |
| Attendance | 19,023 |
Detroit’s efficiency advantage and interior scoring ultimately shaped the timeline of the game, while Chicago’s late surge only reduced the final margin rather than changing the outcome.