John Salmons scored 23 points last Tuesday, including one crucial three-pointer that led the Chicago Bulls over the Sacramento Kings, 101-87.

Salmons’ three-pointer extended Chicago’s lead to 97-83 with three minutes remaining in regulation. The margin could not be closed by the Kings.

Joakim Noah scored a double-double with 15 points and 14 rebounds and Luol Deng added 16, while Jannero Pargo scored 12 off the bench.

Donte Green led the Kings with 24 points and rookie Tyreke Evans scored an impressive 20 points.

The loss ended a four-game winning streak for the Sacramento Kings.