DeMar DeRozan never had a hard time defining himself in Chicago. That was true even as he returned to the United Center in a black and purple jersey on Sunday, helming the Sacramento Kings to a 124-119 win in his first game against the Bulls since leaving the organization in free agency last summer.

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.

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.”

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.

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.

After signing for the Kings this summer, DeMar DeRozan had his first game back in Chicago this Sunday and received a standing ovation.

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.

The Chicago Bulls lost to the Sacramento Kings 124-119 at the United Center on Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025. It was DeMar DeRozan’s first game at the United Center after signing with the Kings in free ...

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.

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine laughs with Sacramento Kings forward DeMar DeRozan after the Sacramento Kings defeated the Chicago Bulls 124-119 at the United Center on Sunday, Jan. 12 ...