Historic Match Overview
In an explosive match on December 21, 2025, the Chicago Bulls narrowly defeated the Atlanta Hawks 152-150, marking one of the most prolific scoring games in NBA history. This contest was notable as it became only the eighth instance where teams collectively surpassed 300 points within regulation time, which amounted to a staggering 302 points.
Player Highlights
Leading the Hawks was Trae Young, who notched 35 points and provided nine assists, while Jalen Johnson shone brightly with a remarkable 36 points, complementing his performance with 11 rebounds and nearly achieving a triple-double with nine assists. Despite his strong contributions, Johnson expressed disappointment in the team’s defensive efforts, stating:
“It’s kind of tough winning games when you give up 80 points in the first half. It’s kind of embarrassing in a sense. …. Hopefully, we cut down on some of the things we’re doing.”
Team Performance
Interestingly, this high-scoring incident was reminiscent of a previous game in November 2023, when the Hawks were also involved in a match where one team reached the 150-point threshold. On the Bulls’ end, Matas Buzelis was the standout performer with 28 points, but the team’s strength lay in its balance, with nine players achieving double-digit scoring. Josh Giddey came close to a triple-double, contributing 19 points along with 12 assists and nine rebounds, showcasing the all-around effort that led the Bulls to triumph in this record-setting game.
