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 shared his appreciation for his time with the Bulls after his return to Chicago was met with a standing ovation and video tribute.

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

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.

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.”

In Sunday's matchup against the Washington Wizards, DeRozan reached an impressive feat that proves how elite of an offensive weapon he has been. DeRozan passed Hall of Famer Allen Iverson for 29th place on the NBA all-time scoring list, reaching 24,379 career points.

DeRozan was 'humbled' to receive a standing ovation and video tribute in Chicago, where he played three seasons

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.

Sunday marks the first time the future Hall of Famer will play in Chicago since joining the Sacramento Kings in a sign-and-trade.

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.

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 ...