Chicago Bulls Forward Gets 100% Honest on Withstanding Kevin Durant’s 40-Point Game in Win Vs. Houston Rockets

The Chicago Bulls secured a 132-124 home win over the Houston Rockets on Monday night, as seven of their players scored double-digit points in a balanced effort. Their 41-21 first period certainly helped set the tone.

Matas Buzelis was among the team’s top scorers with 23 points on 8-for-16 shooting from the field in 35 minutes. The Chicago Bulls swingman also drew the assignment of having to guard Kevin Durant, who had 40 points, seven rebounds, five assists, and five three-pointers on 15-for-23 shooting from the field in 40 minutes.

“He was kicking my butt, man. It was tough. Obviously, he’s an amazing player. I’m just really happy we came out with a win. He was cooking me,” Buzelis admitted about Durant via CHSN’s KC Johnson.

“I loved him,” head coach Donovan added of Durant. “Beyond the scoring, he’s a real student of the game. I’ve told many people this: I never saw him walk into a gym and not take a game shot. He doesn’t mess around. He’s very, very detailed. He’s incredibly driven and motivated. I admire the fact that he’s not afraid of big moments.”