The Bulls Friday lost another double digit first quarter lead and were blown apart by the Houston Rockets in a 115-94 Bulls loss.
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The Rockets exploded with a 24-2 run to open the second half, 33-2 overall into the middle of the third quarter that gave Houston a 29-point lead and, effectively, the game. The Rockets would lead by 31 after three quarters.
The loss dropped the Bulls to 31-34 with a season most fourth consecutive loss. Houston rocketed to 45-21.
The Bulls were led by Dwyane Wade with 21 points, all in the first half. Jimmy Butler had 16 points. Through three quarters they were the only Bulls to score in double figures. Cameron Payne had 11 points, all in the fourth quarter.
James Harden had 19 points and 13 assists for Houston and Ryan Anderson 21 points. Lou Williams had 18.
