I went back to find my preseason predictions, I was right about this (not that it was controversial or anything):
-- The first 2-3 weeks of the season are going to be ROUGH as there are a bunch of newcomers and rookies playing under a new coach. Defensive lapses, tons of turnovers.
I also said this:
-- By Dec/Jan we're going to see some unexpected wins and inspired play -- we'll look at the team and say "you know, if they keep this up, they could be in the play-in conversation"
I don't see this happening without Caleb though. (I did preface my thoughts with "If the Bulls stay healthy" but I wasn't even thinking about HIM going down)
Another collapse to force OT, doesn't help that the vets include turnover prone Giddey. Splitter did put in Essengue for final defensive possession…almost cost them but Hawks player blew the catch
Ha, Bulls huge underdogs given the travel and are up 13 at the half. Keeping the possession game close and third straight game with a huge shooting edge.
Powell in, Swain out
I went back to find my preseason predictions, I was right about this (not that it was controversial or anything):
-- The first 2-3 weeks of the season are going to be ROUGH as there are a bunch of newcomers and rookies playing under a new coach. Defensive lapses, tons of turnovers.
I also said this:
-- By Dec/Jan we're going to see some unexpected wins and inspired play -- we'll look at the team and say "you know, if they keep this up, they could be in the play-in conversation"
I don't see this happening without Caleb though. (I did preface my thoughts with "If the Bulls stay healthy" but I wasn't even thinking about HIM going down)
I could see scenario where they're better without Caleb
Matas drives. He gets stripped. Rinse and repeat. C'mon Matas do something besides barreling through. Chuck a euro or a spin in there.
Ok yeah I think it’s time to officially sound the alarm with Matas. Something is going on here.
It’s almost as if going from Billy’s super strict, veteran friendly system to Tiago’s non-existent, youth friendly system has broken his brain.
I’m growing concerned that he’s going to be the collateral damage of the Bulls starting their rebuild multiple years later than they should have.
I don't think that a less restricted system is particularly friendly to young players, though.
Freedom is good when you really, really know what you're doing. When you don't, not so much.
Flipped it on to start 4th quarter…man Jock Landale didn't even make it a debate as to who is the most overpaid Australian on the court tonight
Splitter is not messing around, going with trusted veterans Hield and Pat (?) Essengue 7 minutes Hawkins DNP.
Maybe development is out the window with Caleb out, honestly understandable gotta try to actually win a game here and there
Another collapse to force OT, doesn't help that the vets include turnover prone Giddey. Splitter did put in Essengue for final defensive possession…almost cost them but Hawks player blew the catch
Phew, that would've been brutal if a loss
Kind of silly Matas has a distinct three point celebration
Finally a win and a good game from Norm. Giddey's jumper is so frustrating. It just swirls out most of the time.
Because his shot has side spin. If it hits the rim, you can almost guarantee it'll spin itself out.
Against Minnesota: Collins starting, Smith and Claxton out
Ha, Bulls huge underdogs given the travel and are up 13 at the half. Keeping the possession game close and third straight game with a huge shooting edge.