**Bulls Fall To Timberwolves, Edwards Leads**

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Bulls Fall To Timberwolves, Edwards Leads

The Chicago Bulls' hopes for a comeback win were dashed on Tuesday night as they fell to the Minnesota Timberwolves, 128-115. Despite a valiant effort from Zach LaVine, who led the Bulls with 33 points, the Timberwolves were simply too much to handle.

The game was a showcase for Anthony Edwards, who put on an absolute clinic. The young star exploded for a game-high 42 points, including a barrage of threes in the second half. His scoring prowess was undeniable, and he single-handedly kept the Timberwolves in the lead.

The Bulls struggled defensively against Edwards, failing to contain his explosiveness. The lack of a true rim protector proved costly as Edwards was able to drive to the basket with ease. The Bulls also struggled to keep up with Minnesota's pace, which led to several easy buckets for the Wolves.

The Timberwolves' offensive firepower was too much for the Bulls to handle. They shot a blistering 54.7% from the field, including 18 three-pointers. Edwards wasn't the only one who stepped up; Karl-Anthony Towns chipped in with 23 points, and D'Angelo Russell added 21.

While LaVine led the Bulls, he wasn't able to get much help from his teammates. DeMar DeRozan struggled with his shot, finishing with just 16 points. The Bulls' bench also failed to provide much of a spark.

This loss highlights the Bulls' need for a consistent defensive effort. They've been a Jekyll and Hyde team on that end of the court, sometimes looking strong, and sometimes getting completely blown out. The lack of defensive intensity against the Timberwolves was a major issue, and it's something they'll need to address going forward.

Overall, it was a frustrating night for the Bulls. While they put up a fight, they were simply outmatched by a more talented Timberwolves team. As the season progresses, the Bulls will need to find a way to improve their defense and find some consistency on both ends of the court.