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In not-so-great news, Ayo Dosunmu and Kevin Huerter did not make the trip to Charlotte. The former is dealing with a thumb sprain, while the latter is still rehabbing his adductor strain. While it does not sound as if either is expected to miss extensive time, it's unclear exactly when the Bulls plan to see either back on the floor.
The Chicago Bulls snapped a seven-game losing streak Friday, rallying past the Charlotte Hornets 129-126. Center Nikola Vučević did not play for the final 18:58 of the win.
The New Orleans Pelicans provided a key injury update on forward Zion Williamson as they prepare for a road matchup against the Chicago Bulls on Sunday night. Williamson practiced Saturday and will be listed as questionable to play, marking a potential step toward his return as the Pelicans look to build momentum following a much-needed win.
Nikola Vucevic took the high road after head coach Billy Donovan sat him for the fourth quarter of the Chicago Bulls' win over the Charlotte Hornets.
The Minnesota Timberwolves could be considering making a push to bring in Chicago Bulls guard Coby White ahead of the Feb. 5 trade deadline.
The Bulls shut down rumors of pursuing Giannis Antetokounmpo, making their stance clear despite rising trade speculation.
The Bulls point to their clutch numbers — seven of their 14 losses occurred with a margin of five or fewer points in the final five minutes — as evidence of their ability to rectify their current position. White feels the Bulls often lose their grip for a minute or a quarter at a time but rarely allow themselves to be bodied out of a game.
According to NBA insider Sam Amick of The Athletic, the Minnesota Timberwolves have legitimate interest in Chicago Bulls guard Coby White. However, White’s looming free agency could prevent a trade.
The Chicago Bulls have emerged as a ‘team to watch’ in the trade market for a former lottery pick, according to an NBA insider.