The Bulls against the Hawks (105-123) as they further complicated their chances of taking a higher position in the play-in tournament.
Zach LaVine, who led in scoring for Chicago with 26 points, admitted after the game that Atlanta wanted the win more.
“I just think they wanted it more than us,” the 28-year-old shooting guard said, via K.C. Johnson of NBC Sports.
While the Bulls have secured their spot in the play-in tournament, the Hawks who are in the play-in zone as well can still clinch a direct playoff spot.
