Stephen Curry Scores 21 Points as the Warriors Defeat the Bulls 131-106

Quinten Post scored a career-high 20 points and Stephen Curry added 21 points and seven assists as the Golden State Warriors defeated the Chicago Bulls 131-106 on Thursday night.
The Warriors recovered from a prior loss, losing 123-117 to Sacramento after giving up an 18-point lead on Wednesday night. Gui Santos also had a big influence, scoring 19 points with five made three-pointers and Andrew Wiggins contributing 17 points.
Josh Giddey had a double-double with 16 points and 11 rebounds, and Zach LaVine led the Bulls in scoring with 24 points. The Bulls’ victory over the Clippers on Monday ended a five-game losing streak.
Due to tendinitis in both knees, Curry played in back-to-back games for the first time since November. He made five of twelve attempts from beyond the arc.
His eleventh selection and tenth time as a starter came earlier that day when he was chosen for the All-Star Game, which will be played on his home court at Chase Centre on February 16. This accomplishment beats Paul Arizin for the franchise’s all-time selections to the All-Star team.
Takeaways
Bulls: G After undergoing a medical checkup and imaging in Los Angeles, Coby White—who has missed two straight games—was found to have a bone bruise in his right ankle. He sustained this injury on January 19 in Portland while planting his foot. White might be sidelined for at least a week, according to coach Billy Donovan.
Warriors: Draymond Green’s injured left calf has kept him out of action for the third straight game.
Key moment
Wiggins and Post sank consecutive 3-pointers late in the third quarter, increasing the team’s lead by 10 points to 94-80 going into the fourth quarter.
Key stat
With a 3–4 record in the second game, the Warriors have not been swept in any of their seven back-to-back games this season.
Up next
The Warriors will welcome LeBron James and the Lakers on Saturday night, while the Bulls will play the 76ers at home.