With over 40 minutes of court time the GB Standard Life player weighed in with 26 points as the Bulls edged out New Orleans Hornets 108 - 106 and now hold a 23 - 22 season record. Deng will be hoping to carry on the good form as the Bulls take on Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday night at the United Centre.

Brit born Ben Gordon and his Detroit Pistons team had a disappointing weekend as they fell to two successive defeats which leaves them with a season record 15 - 31. On Friday,Miami Heat powered over the Pistons 92 - 65, Gordon played 13 minutes adding 10 points. On Sunday, although the score was closer, the Pistons again lost this time to Orlando Magic 91 - 86. Gordon got increased court time and amassed five points. The Pistons will be looking to stop the rot on Tuesday night as they take on New Jersey Nets in New Jersey.