The Bulls lose Kobe White and Josh Giddy in quick succession

In one evening, the Bulls infirmary was full. Before this match lost against Wolves (136-101), it was entrusted to Billy Donovan Zach Collins would miss at least a week of competition due to a right big toe injury. The Chicago coach specifies that he does not expect his staff to return this week and that in the coming days he will have a more precise idea of ​​the duration of the absence.

“Because of the swelling, the doctors want to wait until it subsides and they don’t want to set a deadline yet,” explains Billy Donovan. “We’ll have a better idea of ​​the situation when Zack sees them.” I feel sorry for him because he played well. He stayed fit during the wrist injury and when he came back he allowed us to increase the size. His physicality, his jumps and everything he does with his screens helped us a lot. »

Then, from the first quarter of this meeting against Minnesota, Coby White he exits, once again embarrassed by his calf. An injury that he has been carrying since the beginning of the season and which caused him to miss the first month of competition.

Without its starting “backcourt”, the team went down the drain

Thirty seconds into the second half, it’s his turn Josh Giddei to come out with an injury, affected hamstrings.

“Obviously it’s a shock because these are two guys who are used to having the ball in their hands. soul Isaac Okoro. “But we have to move forward collectively. Everyone has to get better and keep playing their game.”

If the Bulls guard/wing is talking about a collective step up to make up for the absence of the White-Gidi tandem, it’s clear that wasn’t the case against the Wolves. When Josh Giddy entered the locker room, Chicago was only two points behind. In the process, the Illinois franchise took over and conceded 81 points in the second half.

“Do injuries affect? ​​Yes, but these guys are all professionals and they’re here to play.” recalls Billy Donovan. “I think with Ayo Dosunmu, Kevin Huerter and Tre Jones, we have enough outside linebackers that can take over.”

While the Bulls regained their color, especially with a five-game winning streak, these two injuries halted this great dynamic. Chicago will look to get back to winning ways this Wednesday when they host the Pelicans.