Bucks 131–115 Bulls: Kuzma Explosion Snaps Milwaukee’s Skid – Sportsphere24
The Milwaukee Bucks snapped a five-game losing skid with a 131–115 victory over the Chicago Bulls at Fiserv Forum on 4 February 2026, powering back into form with a dominant offensive showing. Milwaukee’s hot shooting from deep and balanced scoring proved the difference against a Bulls squad still navigating roster upheaval late in the trade deadline.
Bucks Explode Early and Never Look Back
Milwaukee wasted no time setting the tone, opening the game with a blistering offensive display and leading 77–52 at halftime. The Bucks hit a season-high number of three-pointers, with multiple shooters connecting at over 50 % from deep — an extremely rare and impressive team shooting night.
Despite a spirited third-quarter push from Chicago that cut the deficit late, Bucks retained control thanks to continued offensive balance and timely defensive stops down the stretch.
Key Performances
Kyle Kuzma (Bucks)
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31 points, tied for his season high
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Led Milwaukee’s scoring on a night they needed a star performance most, punctuating the win with efficient looks throughout the night.
Ryan Rollins (Bucks)
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21 points, 10 assists double-double
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A breakout night distributing and shooting, Rollins’ playmaking was vital to Milwaukee’s rhythm.
AJ Green, Myles Turner & Gary Trent Jr.
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All contributed 15+ points, reinforcing a four-plus scoring punch that kept pressure on Chicago’s defense.
Matas Buzelis (Bulls)
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22 points led the Bulls
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Buzelis also recorded five blocks and five made threes — a rare statistical feat highlighted by fans post-game.
Coby White
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Added 21 points and 10 rebounds in a solid all-around night, but the Bulls couldn’t sustain consistent defense.
Bulls in Transition Amid Trade Deadline Shifts
Chicago’s outing came amid major roster changes. Earlier in the day, the Bulls traded Nikola Vucevic and Kevin Huerter, among others, as part of a deadline overhaul that brought in Anfernee Simons, Jaden Ivey and Mike Conley Jr. — a clear shift toward youth and playmaking.
That upheaval — combined with injuries to key contributors — left Chicago trying to find cohesion, particularly against deep and efficient shooting from the Bucks.
What This Means
Bucks Bounce Back
Milwaukee improved to 19–29 with this win, halting a slump that had seen them drop multiple games without their top stars and regaining confidence as the schedule pushes through February. Their ability to share the ball and shoot at elite percentages could be a springboard for more competitive play late in the season.
Bulls Rebuild Continues
The Bulls, now 24–27, are firmly in transition mode as they integrate new pieces and seek stability. Chicago’s young core showed flashes — especially Buzelis and White — but inconsistency and roster turnover make sustainable success more challenging in the near term.
Sportsphere24 Verdict
This Bucks vs Bulls game wasn’t just another regular-season matchup — it was a microcosm of two teams at different points:
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Milwaukee rediscovering rhythm and balance after a hard stretch, and
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Chicago in a period of evolution and roster reconstruction.
Milwaukee’s sharpshooting night and Kuzma’s leadership provided a timely boost, while the Bulls’ young core continues to show promise regardless of outcome.
Expect both teams to use this result as a talking point heading into March — the Bucks aiming to climb back toward playoff contention, and the Bulls trying to crystallise a new identity post-deadline.