Luol Deng didn't get to enjoy the matchup with his former team as the Bulls dumped the Cavaliers, 98-87, at Quicken Loans Arena. All but four of Chicago's 98 points came from its starting lineup, with D.J. Augustin leading the way with 27 points, seven assists and five rebounds. Taj Gibson added 26, while Joakim Noah posted nine points, 18 boards and six helpers. The Bulls moved above .500 at 21-and-20. Deng, who spent his first nine-plus seasons in Chicago, was held to 11 points on 2-of-11 shooting. Kyrie Irving paced Cleveland with 26 points, six boards and five assists. The Cavs fell to 15-and-27.
