The Chicago Bulls exacted revenge with a 134-118 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on New Year's Day 2026. A new year brought a new result as the Bulls dominated from start to finish, flipping the script from their prior loss to the Pelicans. Chicago came out with tremendous energy, building a large first-half lead behind hot three-point shooting and aggressive defense that generated turnovers. The Bulls' ball movement was exceptional, leading to open looks and a season-high in points. New Orleans tried to mount several comebacks, but every run was answered by a timely basket from Chicago, who maintained a comfortable margin throughout the second half. This emphatic win to start 2026 provided a major boost for the Bulls' morale and playoff hopes, demonstrating their capability when playing at their peak.