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Bulls suffer record loss to Raptors in season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 4:29 AM

Last updated Oct 22, 2026

Bulls suffer record loss to Raptors in season opener

Summary

The Chicago Bulls opened their season on October 21, 2026, with a significant defeat to the Toronto Raptors, losing 135-92. This loss marks the largest margin of defeat in a season opener for the franchise, surpassing the previous record of 25 points. Chicago struggled with 27 turnovers overall, while Josh Giddey had a tough game, shooting 1-for-10 from the field. Matas Buzelis led the Bulls with 17 points, and the team will next face the Milwaukee Bucks on October 23 before hosting the Washington Wizards.

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Status Watch

•Bulls lost 135-92 to Raptors in season opener.
•Chicago recorded 27 turnovers, including 11 in the first half.
•Matas Buzelis led with 17 points, shooting 13-for-16 from the line.
•Josh Giddey struggled, scoring only 2 points with 5 turnovers.
•Next game scheduled against the Bucks on October 23.

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4:29 AMYahoo Sports — Bulls on wrong side of franchise history in opening loss vs. Raptors

What they're saying

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The Chicago Bulls began the season with an aura of hope. That was largely due to the hype surrounding Caleb Wilson . However, Wednesday night showed that the youngsters are experiencing real growing pains. The Bulls lost their season opener on the road to the Toronto Raptors by 43 points, 135-92. In the process, they suffered the biggest […] The post Bulls on wrong side of franchise history in opening loss vs. Raptors appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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