Brice Sensabaugh scores 43 off the bench in Jazz loss to Bulls

Sensabaugh’s career night

Brice Sensabaugh erupted for 43 points in Utah’s loss to Chicago, coming off the bench and turning in the biggest scoring off-the-bench performance of the season. The 22-year-old finished with 43 points, 5 rebounds and multiple big shots from deep — a performance that doubled as a career night even though the Jazz couldn’t secure the win.

The game was ultimately decided by a late basket from Nikola Vučević, but Sensabaugh’s outburst was the headline on the Utah side. He knocked down five 3-pointers and shot efficiently, forcing opponents to pay attention to him whenever he checked in.

Where this leaves the Jazz

While Sensabaugh’s scoring display is a promising sign for his development, the team’s record remains a concern. Utah sits under .500 and looks more focused on building toward the future than contending right now. The franchise’s bench-scoring record is 45 points, set by Jordan Clarkson in 2022, and the NBA’s all-time mark for a reserve is 51 points by Jamal Crawford — Sensabaugh came close to these milestones but fell short.

Still, nights like this show what Sensabaugh can do when he finds rhythm. For a Jazz squad aiming to add talent and maximize draft positioning, his growth is a bright spot to build on as the season progresses.