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Coby White Shines as Chicago Bulls Dominate Mavericks 125-107 Without Anthony Davis<\/strong><\/p>\n By [Your Name], US Sports Reporter<\/p>\n Published: January 11, 2026<\/p>\n After a postponed matchup against the Miami Heat, the Chicago Bulls returned to action with authority<\/strong>, defeating the Dallas Mavericks 125-107 despite the absence of superstar Anthony Davis, who was sidelined with a shoulder injury.<\/p>\n The game coincided with the NFC Wild Card clash between the Bears and Packers across town<\/strong>, but the Bulls made sure to command the spotlight with an aggressive offensive performance and balanced contributions across the roster.<\/p>\n Coby White, returning from a recent calf injury that was expected to keep him out for at least a week<\/strong>, led all scorers with 22 points<\/strong>, showcasing that he is back in form and ready to contribute at a high level.<\/p>\n White also added four rebounds<\/strong>, demonstrating that his impact extended beyond scoring and into defensive and transition play, which had been limited during his recent absence.<\/p>\n Interestingly, White played two minutes over his 25-minute restriction<\/strong>, logging 27:59 minutes<\/strong>, reflecting both his eagerness to rejoin the action and the coaching staff\u2019s confidence in his ability to perform safely.<\/p>\n Head coach Billy Donovan praised White\u2019s performance, noting that the guard had his \u201cpop\u201d back in the second half<\/strong>, particularly highlighting his explosiveness, speed, and effectiveness in transition situations.<\/p>\n \u201cI thought in the second half he had his Pop back,\u201d Donovan said. \u201cHe looked explosive, was getting to spots, was really good in transition. I thought he was defending. I thought he looked good physically. He’s been trying to work to get his body feeling like it normally does.\u201d<\/p>\n White\u2019s return to form provided a much-needed spark for the Bulls, who were coming off a three-game losing streak<\/strong> and needed a confident performance to regain momentum in the Eastern Conference.<\/p>\n The victory improved Chicago\u2019s record to 18-20<\/strong>, moving them closer to .500 while demonstrating the team\u2019s depth and ability to overcome prior setbacks, including injuries and missed games.<\/p>\n Six other Bulls scored in double figures, highlighting the team\u2019s balanced offensive attack<\/strong> and ability to rely on multiple contributors rather than a single player.<\/p>\n Ayo Dosunmu was second on the team with 20 points<\/strong> and led the way with eight assists<\/strong>, controlling the flow of the game and ensuring that scoring opportunities were spread across the floor.<\/p>\n Dosunmu also connected on three three-pointers out of four attempts<\/strong>, providing long-range scoring that stretched the Mavericks\u2019 defense and opened lanes for penetration and inside scoring.<\/p>\n In addition, Dosunmu\u2019s field goal efficiency was remarkable, shooting 7-for-9 (77.8%) from the floor<\/strong>, reinforcing his status as a key offensive weapon for Chicago and a consistent performer over the past several games.<\/p>\n Dosunmu has now scored in eight consecutive games dating back to December 27 against the Milwaukee Bucks<\/strong>, signaling both consistency and confidence as the Bulls navigate a competitive stretch of the season.<\/p>\n Nikola Vucevic contributed a double-double of 15 points and 12 rebounds<\/strong>, providing veteran leadership and inside presence, crucial for controlling the boards and creating second-chance opportunities against a team missing a key big man.<\/p>\n Matas Buzelis added 15 points and six rebounds<\/strong>, demonstrating his ability to contribute on both ends of the floor and complement Vucevic\u2019s interior scoring and defensive efforts.<\/p>\n Kevin Huerter, Isaac Okoro, and Tre Jones combined for 13 points each<\/strong>, reflecting the Bulls\u2019 depth and versatility, as well as the team\u2019s ability to distribute scoring responsibilities effectively across multiple positions.<\/p>\n The Bulls benefited from depth returning to the lineup<\/strong>, with both Huerter and Jalen Smith available after previously being listed as questionable on the injured list, allowing Donovan more flexibility in rotations and matchups.<\/p>\n In contrast, the Mavericks were hampered by the absence of Anthony Davis<\/strong>, whose shoulder injury left a massive void in both scoring and defensive presence, making it difficult for Dallas to keep pace with Chicago\u2019s multi-pronged attack.<\/p>\n The Bulls dominated early, establishing a lead that they never relinquished<\/strong>, using defensive pressure and smart ball movement to consistently generate high-percentage shots while limiting Dallas\u2019 offensive efficiency.<\/p>\n Chicago\u2019s bench and rotation depth<\/strong> played a critical role, allowing the starters to maintain intensity while keeping players fresh, a strategic advantage that became more apparent as the game progressed and the Mavericks struggled to respond.<\/p>\n The Bulls\u2019 performance also emphasized team chemistry and resilience<\/strong>, as players returning from injury like White, Huerter, and Smith seamlessly integrated into the lineup, contributing both offensively and defensively.<\/p>\n Overall, Chicago\u2019s victory highlighted the importance of balanced scoring, player health, and strategic rotations<\/strong>, particularly against teams missing key contributors like Anthony Davis, underscoring the value of depth in a long NBA season.<\/p>\n For the Mavericks, the loss will prompt a reassessment of defensive strategies, rebounding, and perimeter coverage, as their inability to contain White, Dosunmu, and other contributors proved costly<\/strong>, especially without Davis anchoring the interior.<\/p>\n Meanwhile, the Bulls can take confidence from a complete team effort<\/strong>, leveraging contributions from both starters and reserves to secure a convincing win and potentially build momentum heading into upcoming games in a highly competitive Eastern Conference.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Coby White Shines as Chicago Bulls Dominate Mavericks 125-107 Without Anthony Davis By [Your Name], US Sports Reporter Published: January 11, 2026 After a postponed matchup against… <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":137817,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-137816","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-nba"],"yoast_head":"\n<\/p>\n
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