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Jan 24, 2026 Joel Lorenzi, staff reporter for The Athletic who covers the Chicago Bulls and NBA, breaks down Chicago’s trade-deadline posture and Billy Donovan’s influence. Short takes on Mo Bamba’s development and Alex Caruso’s shooting leap. Rapid-fire Bulls trivia and a look at roster construction, free-agency fits, and why drafting might be Chicago’s clearest path forward.
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Season Shifts After Big Injury
- The Warriors' season outlook changed dramatically after Jimmy Butler's ACL injury and roster chatter shifted to blockbuster names like Giannis and LeBron.
- All-star starter votes reflected fan power and surprising selections, highlighting shifts in league narratives.
Volume vs. Efficiency In Scoring Types
- Andrew breaks scoring types into isolation, transition, and spot-up and names league leaders by usage and efficiency to reveal role differences.
- Efficiency leaders (Shea, Luka, Jalen Tyus) often differ from volume leaders (Harden, Dylan Brooks), highlighting value vs. usage.
Sengun Vs. Wemby: Fearless Paint Play
- Alex praises Alperen Sengun's fearless approach and recounts how he posted up and outwilled Victor Wembanyama early in a game.
- Sengun's repeated physicality and creativity produced consistent 21-10-5 outputs across multiple matchups with Wemby.