Blog a Bull Dec 13, 2018
Bulls vs. Magic Game Preview and Open Thread
It’s all sunshine and rainbows in Bulls land Chicago Bulls (6-22) vs. Orlando Magic (12-15) 8:30 p.m., NBC Sports Chicago Mexico City, Mexico; Arena Ciudad de Mexico Injury Report: Besides Denzel Valentine being out for the year, the Chicago Bulls injury report is uncharacteristically clean. Though Jim Boylen is still going to bring Kris Dunn off the bench for some reason. The Magic expect Jonathon Simmons to play tonight after battling a sprained right ankle the last few days. Evan Fournier is back with the team after missing Orlando’s game against the Dallas Mavericks on Monday for...
ClutchPoints Dec 11, 2018
Bulls’ Zach LaVine says it ‘felt great’ to have Kris Dunn, Bobby Portis back
The Chicago Bulls are suffering through injuries and general team dysfunction, but Zach LaVine is happy that Kris Dunn and Bobby Portis are back in the lineup. Kris Dunn and Bobby Portis both returned for the first time on Monday after extensive absences. The two players, oddly enough, both dealt with sprained MCLs that derailed the […] The post Bulls’ Zach LaVine says it ‘felt great’ to have Kris Dunn, Bobby Portis back appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Blog a Bull Dec 11, 2018
What Kris Dunn and Bobby Portis showed in their return versus the Kings
Another loss, but still some good stuff from KD and BP For at least one more game, the Bulls had Bobby Portis and Kris Dunn back in the lineup after extended layoffs due to injury. They were still bad, again booed out of their own building, but at least they’re finally healthy. Portis and Dunn played 19 and 20 minutes respectively with mostly solid results, although both guys finished the game with a plus-minus of -9. Kris Dunn Dunn stuffed the box score, banking nine points, dishing out a team-high six assists, turning the ball over twice, and picking up four personal fouls. It was a...
Pippen Ain't Easy Dec 10, 2018
Chicago Bulls: Kris Dunn Plays Great in First Game Back From Injury
Looking to put what happened Saturday night and what spilled into Sunday afternoon behind them, the Chicago Bulls looked whole again – even if it was just for one half. The much improved Sacramento Kings came into town and gave them their 13th loss in their last 15 games. In their first game back from […] Chicago Bulls: Kris Dunn Plays Great in First Game Back From Injury - Pippen Aint Easy - Pippen Aint Easy - A Chicago Bulls Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Blog a Bull Dec 10, 2018
Bulls vs. Kings final score: the meetings did not help, Bulls lose by 19
season-high 27 turnovers All the drama surrounding the Bulls coaching change and subsequent shitshow led me to think that the Bulls would improbably win this game. The Kings are a lot better than expected this year but still the Kings, it’s the NBA and things happen (especially at home), and I dunno maybe the Bulls - fully formed again with Kris Dunn and Bobby Portis back in this one - would be galvanized or something. Nope! At least they weren’t ‘embarrassed’ early, but a double digit halftime lead was quickly turned into a big deficit as the Kings outscored the Bulls 63-33 in the...
Blog a Bull Dec 10, 2018
Bulls vs. Kings game preview and open thread (Dunn and Portis back)
How will Bulls respond after near mutiny? Chicago Bulls (6-21) vs. Sacramento Kings (13-12) 7 p.m., NBC Sports Chicago Injury Report: The Bulls, while in the midst of a crazy locker room near-revolt, are finally back to full strength! After each suffering multi-week absences with MCL sprains, both Kris Dunn and Bobby Portis will be available off the bench tonight against Sacramento. One former member of the rotation who won’t be available is Antonio Blakeny, as he’s been the Bulls have assigned him to the GLeague. Three Observations: We’re talking about practice All hell broke loose...
ClutchPoints Dec 10, 2018
Bulls’ Kris Dunn, Bobby Portis will come off bench vs. Kings
The Chicago Bulls will get some reinforcements back on the court after Saturday’s 56-point loss to the Boston Celtics, as point guard Kris Dunn and forward Bobby Portis will return Monday against the Sacramento Kings after extended absences, according to the team. Both players will come off the bench and could play fewer minutes than […] The post Bulls’ Kris Dunn, Bobby Portis will come off bench vs. Kings appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Dec 8, 2018
Bulls news: Kris Dunn and Bobby Portis out vs. Celtics, expected back ‘soon’
Chicago Bulls starting point guard Kris Dunn and power forward Bobby Portis won’t play Saturday night against the Boston Celtics at the United Center, but Bulls head coach Jim Boylen says both players will be back “soon.” Kris Dunn has only played in one game this year due to a knee injury, while Bobby Portis has […] The post Bulls news: Kris Dunn and Bobby Portis out vs. Celtics, expected back ‘soon’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Blog a Bull Dec 8, 2018
Bulls vs. Celtics Game Preview and Open Thread
back to back? The Bulls snapped their 7 game losing streak (and 11 losses of 12 games) in an improbable but very well-executed upset of the OKC Thunder Friday night. They get the back-to-back tonight, but it’s still at home as they welcome in the Boston Celtics. There were reports the Bulls would now have a full squad (sorry Denzel, out of sight...) with Lauri Markkanen firmly making his presence known and both starting point guard Kris Dunn and 6-man-of-the-year-in-his-own-mind Bobby Portis close...but they’re not playing tonight. Bobby Portis (knee) is still out. Kris Dunn (knee)...
Hoops Habit Dec 7, 2018
Minnesota Timberwolves: 3 takeaways from recent success
The Minnesota Timberwolves have improved following a 4-9 start. Here’s a look at the reasons behind the team’s recent success. The Minnesota Timberwolves and the Chicago Bulls engaged in a draft night trade in 2017 that sent Jimmy Butler and the 16th overall pick to the Twin Cities in exchange for Zach LaVine, Kris Dunn […] Minnesota Timberwolves: 3 takeaways from recent success - Hoops Habit - Hoops Habit - NBA News, Rumors, Analysis, Opinion and Stats
ClutchPoints Dec 6, 2018
Bulls coach Jim Boylen acknowledges ‘possibility’ of Kris Dunn, Bobby Portis return vs. Thunder
The cavalry is on the way for the Chicago Bulls. Less than a week after Lauri Markkanen returned from a sprained elbow, new head coach Jim Boylen acknowledged the “possibility” of Kris Dunn and Bobby Portis returning from their respective knee injuries Friday against the Oklahoma City Thunder: Theres a possibility that Dunn and/or Portis […] The post Bulls coach Jim Boylen acknowledges ‘possibility’ of Kris Dunn, Bobby Portis return vs. Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Dec 5, 2018
Kris Dunn credits Fred Hoiberg with helping him get his swagger back
Chicago Bulls point guard Kris Dunn says ex-head coach Fred Hoiberg helped him get his swagger back last season on the basketball court. The Bulls fired Hoiberg on Monday after signing him to a five-year, $25 million deal back in 2015. Chicago acquired Dunn, Zach LaVine and the draft rights to Lauri Markkanen from the […] The post Kris Dunn credits Fred Hoiberg with helping him get his swagger back appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Dec 5, 2018
Kris Dunn, Bobby Portis have gone through full practice, but no return dates set
The Chicago Bulls will be getting reinforcements soon from the injured reserve, as both forward Bobby Portis and guard Kris Dunn participated in full practice and continue recovering from knee injuries. Quick updates on Kris Dunn and Bobby Portis: Both Kris and Bobby went through full practices today. No target dates on returns. — Chicago […] The post Kris Dunn, Bobby Portis have gone through full practice, but no return dates set appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Blog a Bull Dec 4, 2018
Debut of Boylen-ball tonight (Bulls vs. Pacers)
Boylen era begins - Will there be a difference? Chicago Bulls (5-19) at Indiana Pacers (13-10) 6 p.m., NBC Chicago Sports Injury Report: Pacers star Victor Oladipo will not suit up against the Bulls as he continues to deal with right knee soreness. As for the Bulls, Lauri Markkanen returned over the weekend and per new coach Jim Boylen will be starting. Jabari Parker heads to the bench as Justin Holiday keeps his SF job. As for the other injured Bulls: Kris Dunn and Bobby Portis are going through full contact scrimmage with Windy City today.— K.C. Johnson (@KCJHoop) December 4,...
Blog a Bull Dec 1, 2018
Markkanen’s back tonight! (Rockets game preview and thread)
What wonderful news! Chicago Bulls (5-18) at Houston Rockets (10-11) 7 p.m., NBC Sports Chicago Injury Report: For the Rockets, Nene will make his season debut tonight after missing the first 21 games with a calf injury. The Bulls will clear both Bobby Portis and Kris Dunn for contact next week. But let’s not bury the lead.... Chicago's Lauri Markkanen is expected to make his season debut tonight in Houston. He is listed "probable" to return to the Bulls lineup against Rockets after suffering a sprained right elbow in training camp.— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) December 1,...
