Markkanen helps Bulls beat Magic 90-80

Chicago, Dec 22 (IANS): Lauri Markkanen scored 32 points to help the Chicago Bulls beat the Orlando Magic 90-80.The Bulls, who are second-last in the Central Division standings with an 8-25 win-loss record, registered just their third win in last 10 matches, reports Efe news.

Reserve Robin Lopez was the second-highest scorer for the Bulls with 14 points, while Kris Dunn scored 12 points on Friday night. Evan Fournier scored 24 points for the Magic (14-17), who suffered its second straight loss and slid to third place in the Southeast Division.Nikola Vucevic had a double-double of 19 points and 19 rebounds for Orlando while Aaron Gordon had 14 points and 12 rebounds.

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