After trailing Denver by 21 points, and nearly causing every Bulls fan everywhere to have a massive heart attack, the Bulls went on to win Monday 110-90.
Chicago got off to a rough start and found themselves in a 50-29 hole earlier in the second quarter. Which wasn't exactly what Chicago and Coach T planned for I'm sure. Then by some magic, or voodoo, or miracle, something happened.
Chicago started to play defense and really pressure the ball. Forcing turnovers and getting out in transition. Bucket after bucket the Bulls clawed their way back into the game and quickly started to run away with the game entirely.
Both rookies, McDermott and Mirotic, have been playing extremely well this preseason and really solidify that second unit for Chicago. The pair combined for 28 points off the bench Monday, and the Bulls may have themselves a couple of stars in the making.
Jimmy Buckets had an incredibly efficient game along with the game-high 21 points. Shooting 7 for 8 from the floor and going 7 for 7 at the free throw line, Mr. Buckets sure lived up to the nickname.
Derrick Rose played well and is starting to really look comfortable out on a basketball court again. Not outstanding numbers from Mr. Rose, but I attribute that to a great supporting cast.
As an avid Chicago Bulls fan I for one am ecstatic that so far this preseason Mr. Rose has not had to shoulder all of the offensive load. Pressure isn't only being lifted off of Rose, but the entire Bulls' starters due to the plethora of scoring options Chicago has off the bench.
Derrick Rose has averaged 30+ points per game in the past, but Mr. Rose almost had too in order to get the win in those days. This season the Bulls appear to be way more balanced and possess a few more players that are capable of getting the hot hand.
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