Matas Buzelis leads Bulls to OT win over Warriors

Buzelis scores career-high 41 points as Bulls outlast Warriors in overtime

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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Matas Buzelis poured in a career-best 41 points, including 5 in overtime, to lead the Chicago Bulls to a 130-124 victory over the Golden State Warriors in San Francisco. Josh Giddey recorded a triple-double with 21 points, 13 rebounds and 17 assists, while Tre Jones added 22 points for the Bulls. The Warriors had four players score 17 points each, including Kristaps Porzingis in his second home game, but couldn't hold on to a late fourth quarter lead.

Why it matters

This was an important win for the Bulls as they look to snap a two-game losing streak and keep pace in the tight Eastern Conference playoff race. The Warriors, playing the second night of a back-to-back, were unable to capitalize on a late fourth quarter surge and suffered a tough overtime defeat at home.

The details

Buzelis, Giddey and Jones combined to score all 12 of the Bulls' points in the overtime period to propel Chicago to the victory. The Warriors had taken a late fourth quarter lead thanks to a 19-2 run, but couldn't hold on as Jalen Smith hit a pair of free throws with 1.4 seconds left to force overtime. In the extra period, Buzelis opened with a jumper and Jones followed with a driving layup to give the Bulls a lead they would not relinquish.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, March 11, 2026.

The players

Matas Buzelis

A 22-year-old forward for the Chicago Bulls who scored a career-high 41 points in the overtime victory.

Josh Giddey

A 23-year-old guard for the Chicago Bulls who recorded a triple-double with 21 points, 13 rebounds and 17 assists.

Kristaps Porzingis

A 30-year-old forward for the Golden State Warriors who scored 17 points in the loss.

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What they’re saying

“Matas really carried us tonight. His scoring in overtime was huge and he was making plays all game long.”

— Josh Giddey, Bulls Guard (statenews.net)

What’s next

The Bulls will look to build on this win as they continue their push for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. The Warriors will try to bounce back in their next game as they aim to solidify their position in the West.

The takeaway

This was a gutsy performance by the Bulls, who showed resilience to overcome a late Warriors surge and prevail in overtime. Matas Buzelis' career night was the difference, as the young forward stepped up when his team needed him most.