They have a bit of a cushion as they currently lead the Bulls 94-80. If the Hawks keep playing like this, they'll bump their record up to 21-19 in no time. On the other hand, the Bulls will have to make due with an 18-23 record unless they turn things around (and fast).

The Chicago Bulls suffered a tough loss against the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday, now losing four of their last five contests. The Hawks were severely shorthanded, missing their three leading scorers and two key forwards, making the Bulls' 16-point home loss look much worse.