G League Windy City Bulls

Windy City Blows out Maine, Simonović Nearly Records Triple-Double

Published on February 26, 2022 under NBA G League (G League)
Windy City Bulls News Release


The Windy City Bulls, presented by BMO, the NBA G League affiliate of the Chicago Bulls, dominated the Maine Celtics for all four quarters on the way to a 127-94 victory at NOW Arena Saturday night. Chicago Bulls Assignment center Marko Simonović nearly recorded a triple-double with 23 points, 15 rebounds and seven assists.

The Bulls jumped out to a 19-8 lead in the first quarter and never looked back. Windy City's Devon Dotson led the way with 12 first-quarter points as the Bulls held a 44-20 advantage after the opening period. The Bulls' 44 points were the most allowed in a quarter by the Celtics in franchise history.

Windy City didn't let up in the second quarter, outscoring the Celtics 34-22 to take a 36-point lead into halftime.

The second half was more competitive, with the Celtics narrowly outscoring the Bulls 52-49. But Windy City still coasted to a 33-point victory.

Chicago Bulls Two-Way forward Tyler Cook also came just short of notching a triple-double, finishing with 21 points, 10 rebounds and six assists. Devon Dotson tied Simonović with a team-high 23 points to go along with nine assists.

Kerwin Roach II added 15 points for the Bulls, while Scottie Lindsey came off the pine to pour in 19 points and 10 rebounds. Henri Drell was the sixth Windy City player to reach double figures, chipping in 11 points, five rebounds and five blocks off the bench.

Six Maine players scored in double figures, led by 15 points each from Eric Demers and Wayne Blackshear.

The Bulls improved to 9-11 with the win, while the Celtics fell to 8-9.

Next, the Bulls and Celtics square-off again at NOW Arena on Sunday, Feb. 27. Tip-off is set for 5 p.m. and will be broadcast on NBC Sports Chicago.

For tickets or more team information, please visit WindyCityBulls.com.

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