It’s no secret that scoring is up in the NBA. However, it is not at an all-time high. When compared to the late ’80s and early ’90s, the points per game are actually very similar to today’s era. The major difference in scoring comes not from the amount of points score but the way in which those points are achieved. 3-point attempts and makes are at a frequency few would’ve thought possible just a little as ten years ago.
The Chicago Bulls have a roster that is capable of scoring points the old-fashioned way, a style of play some would refer to as “run and gun.” Not only do they have a floor general in Lonzo Ball who can see the court at an elite level and is great at finding the open man, but they also have several athletes who excel on the fast break. Guys like Zach LaVine and Derrick Jones Jr. are among the highest leapers and best dunkers in the league. DeMar DeRozan, Patrick Williams and Javonte Green are also known to finish above the rim. The Bulls have a roster with the potential to be a throwback to an era where teams averaged more slam dunks than 3-pointers.
Easy buckets are one of the best ways to cripple an opposing defense. Teams with a high defensive IQ know how to catch their breath while playing half-court defense. This is especially true of veteran players who know how to pick and choose their spots. However, if the Bulls take advantage of their youth and athleticism, they should be one of the league leaders in transition buckets. That alone could be the deciding factor in a few close contests between evenly matched teams.
couple of nice upgrades to the roster</a> by adding veteran guards Lonzo Ball and DeMar DeRozan. Those two playmakers, combined with All-Stars Zach LaVine and Nikola Vučević, give the Bulls a solid core that is more than capable of propelling the team into the post-season.</p>
<h2>The Chicago Bulls made some great additions to the roster this offseason. Next year it will pay off with an NBA playoff appearance.</h2>
<p>However, teams must be careful not to rely solely on talent. If Chicago were to fail to qualify for the postseason, they wouldn’t be the first team in league history to underperform and find themselves on the outside looking in. In coach Billy Donovan, the Bulls have the right man at the helm to guide them to their destiny. Let’s take a closer look at the points of execution the team must focus on to make their goal of reaching the playoffs a reality.</p>
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Ayo Dosunmu</a> was named the best point guard in college basketball while playing for Illinois University; somehow he fell to the second round of the draft. The Bulls were fortunate enough to grab him and smart enough to sign him. At 6’5″ with elite athleticism he is potentially the steal of the draft and could offer valuable minutes right away. If Chicago’s second unit embraces their roles, the Bulls could enjoy some of the best bench production in the Eastern Conference next season.</p>
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