Olbrich, Miller, Flowers lead Windy City Bulls to victory

The Windy City Bulls redeemed themselves in a 139-134 victory over the Grand Rapids Gold on Thursday night. All three Chicago Bulls two-ways players — Lachlan Olbrich, Emanuel Miller and Trentyn Flowers — contributed heavily to the win, each putting up 20-plus points.

Windy City showed up with a chip on its shoulder for the rematch, and the game remained closely contested throughout. The first half consisted of eight lead changes and eight ties with both teams shooting over 55% from the field. In the third quarter the Bulls found success in the paint, putting up 20 points compared to just 10 from under the basket for the Gold, allowing Windy City to pull ahead by as much as 14 points in the period. Despite a strong offensive push by Grand Rapids in the final quarter, Windy City held on for the victory.

Olbrich led the scoring effort for the Bulls with 23 points, shooting 11 for 15 from the field and taking down seven rebounds. Miller logged 22 points and eight rebounds. Flowers rounded out the 20-point performances for Windy City with 20 points, nine rebounds and three assists.

Windy City guard Mac McClung recorded his first double-double of the season with 18 points and a game-high 13 assists. Windy City forward Mouhamadou Gueye put up an impressive 17 points and seven rebounds off the bench.