DeMar DeRozan returned to Chicago on Sunday, helming the Sacramento Kings to a 124-119 win in his first game against the Bulls since leaving in free agency.

DeMar DeRozan offered strong thoughts on his former Chicago Bulls teammate Zach LaVine after getting a win with the Sacramento Kings.

But for the past few seasons, it has been the same disappointing story at the Windy City. Given that the Bulls are continuing to listen to various trade offers, it's easy to see why Chicago is leaning more toward their rebuilding plans. And if things continue to stay as they are, a new era will have to be postponed further.

I like him more on our side, in our uniform,” Lonzo Ball said of DeRozan. “But he still looks pretty good in the black and purple.”

Since DeRozan left Chicago, the Bulls have seen two-time NBA All-Star Zach LaVine take his place as the team's leader. After playing just 25 games last season, LaVine has taken his game to the next level, proving it against his former teammate by dropping 36 points in Sunday's loss.

DeMar DeRozan made a triumphant return to Chicago. He scored 21 points in Sacramento’s 124-119 victory over the Bulls, helping the Kings extend their season-high win streak to seven games.

The Chicago Bulls lost to the Sacramento Kings 124-119 at the United Center on Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025. It was DeMar DeRozan’s first game at the United Center after signing with the Kings in free ...

Bulls guard Lonzo Ball shared an emotional moment with his former Chicago teammate DeMar DeRozan before taking on the Kings.

It was cool to come back to a place where they loved you, appreciated you. My 3 years here felt like 10. I enjoyed my time here. It was fun.

After signing for the Kings this summer, DeMar DeRozan had his first game back in Chicago this Sunday and received a standing ovation.

Kings win their 7th straight, beating the Bulls 124-119. Sacramento matches the 7-game streak they had in 2022-23 season (Nov. 9-23) and look to now sweep the 3 game road trip

Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Sacramento Kings’ DeMar DeRozan, third from right, goes up to shoot against Chicago Bulls’ Lonzo Ball (2 ...