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Vucevic faces Bulls: Celtics star returns to old haunts
12 Feb
Summary
- Nikola Vucevic plays his first game against the Chicago Bulls since his trade.
- The Bulls face significant frontcourt depth issues and defensive challenges.
- Boston Celtics boast the NBA's second-highest offensive rating and strong three-point shooting.
Nikola Vucevic will make his highly anticipated return to Chicago as he faces his former team, the Bulls, for the first time since being traded to the Boston Celtics. This upcoming matchup presents a significant challenge for the Bulls, who are dealing with a severe lack of depth in their frontcourt.
In their recent game, Chicago allowed 66 points in the paint to the Brooklyn Nets, highlighting their defensive struggles. This defensive vulnerability is concerning as they prepare to face the Celtics, who possess the NBA's second-highest offensive rating.
To compete, the Bulls will likely need to replicate their strong three-point shooting performance from their previous meeting with Boston, where they made 21 triples. However, their recent inconsistent shooting from beyond the arc, including a poor 10-of-36 performance in Brooklyn, raises questions about which version of the team will show up.
