Warriors Edge Bulls In Overtime Thriller As Curry Drops 40

Warriors Edge Bulls In Overtime Thriller As Curry Drops 40...

The Golden State Warriors defeated the Chicago Bulls 132-128 in a thrilling overtime matchup Thursday night at Chase Center. Stephen Curry led all scorers with 40 points, including a clutch three-pointer to force overtime, as the Warriors extended their winning streak to five games.

The game is trending nationally as fans debate whether Curry’s performance strengthens his MVP case. Social media erupted after his game-tying shot with 5.2 seconds left in regulation, with the NBA’s official Twitter account calling it "vintage Curry."

Chicago’s DeMar DeRozan countered with 38 points of his own, keeping the Bulls competitive until the final possession. The loss drops Chicago to 38-28, while Golden State improves to 42-24, tightening the Western Conference playoff race.

Thursday’s matchup marked the teams’ first meeting this season and featured 18 lead changes. The Warriors overcame a 12-point third-quarter deficit behind Curry’s 8 three-pointers and Draymond Green’s season-high 14 assists.

NBA analysts highlight the game as a potential Finals preview, with both teams currently holding playoff positions. The Bulls visit Golden State again on March 29 in a game that could have significant seeding implications.

Warriors coach Steve Kerr praised his team’s resilience: "When Steph gets that look in his eye, you just get out of the way." Chicago’s Billy Donovan lamented defensive breakdowns but called it "one of the best games of our season."

The game drew a sellout crowd of 18,064, with many fans staying well after midnight to watch the overtime conclusion. Ticket resale prices spiked 40% in the hours before tipoff as anticipation built for the rare interconference showdown.

With both teams facing crucial matchups this weekend – Golden State hosts Milwaukee while Chicago visits Phoenix – Thursday’s thriller could prove pivotal for postseason positioning. The Warriors improved to 7-3 in overtime games this season, while the Bulls fell to 2-4.