Bulls defeat Lakers with incredible buzzer beater!

Bulls defeat Lakers with incredible buzzer beater!

In a breathtaking game in Chicago, the Chicago Bulls narrowly defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 119:117. The showdown took place on March 28, 2025 and was marked by a spectacular finish that left fans in awe. The Lakers still had a 115-110 lead with ten seconds left, but the game took a dramatic turn with the remaining time.

Patrick Williams tied the score with an important three-pointer with 9.8 seconds left before the fate of the game continued to come to a head. LeBron James, who accepted responsibility for the defeat after the game, lost the ball with serious consequences when Josh Giddey intercepted the pass. This led to a quick attack by the Bulls that secured the lead for Chicago. Austin Reaves scored a layup that at one point looked like the game winner, but Giddey had the final say.

A dramatic finale

Josh Giddey finally secured the victory for the Bulls with a throw from the halfway line that came with the final siren. This scene made the audience in the hall go wild and ended the game in the most exciting way. The Lakers suffered a disastrous turnaround in which they gave up a five-point lead in the final 12 seconds, which was all the more painful for the team.

LeBron James, who scored 17 points, 5 rebounds and 12 assists in the game, commented on the critical moments after the game. He described the loss of the ball as a “terrible mishap” and complained about a lack of communication during the final phase. James, who plays small forward for the Lakers and is 40 years old, has put up impressive stats so far this season.

Statistics and outlook

This was the Lakers' fourth loss in their last five games, putting them in fifth place in the Western Conference with a record of 44-29. They are now tied with the Memphis Grizzlies, who are currently in fourth place. The Lakers' next game is Saturday against the Grizzlies, where they desperately need a win.

LeBron James' performance this season is reflected in his impressive statistics. In 62 games, he totaled 1,521 points, 506 rebounds and 525 assists. He is also one of the top players in various effectiveness metrics and is among the best players in terms of points and assists per game reports team rankings.

Overall, the game between the Bulls and Lakers shows once again that anything is possible in the NBA and that every game can remain exciting until the last second. The upcoming games also promise exciting encounters for fans.