]

DON’T MISS THIS: Chicago Bulls’ Billy Donovan calls out Matas Buzelis for problematic issue! When Problem calls out others….!!!.ts.thuong.

Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan wasn’t ready to completely celebrate Matas Buzelis’ career achievement on Friday night. The rookie earned his first double-double in the Bulls’ 118-113 win over the Portland Trail Blazers in front of 21,572 fans at the United Center.

Buzelis recorded 10 rebounds and 12 points, including a key three-point shot with 1:56 remaining in the fourth quarter that put Chicago ahead 111-106. Buzelis also had a nice defensive moment late in the game when he blocked Jabari Walker’s three-point attempt with 26 seconds left.

Chicago Bulls’ Billy Donovan wants better defense

NBA: Chicago Bulls at Sacramento Kings Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan looks on during the first quarter of the game against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images

However, following the game, Donovan called out Buzelis for his defense. Per Brian Sandalow of the Chicago Sun-Times, Donovan said the No. 11 pick in the 2024 draft needed to show progress on positioning, become a strong player, and learn team personnel.

“He’s got to be able to navigate through screens better,” Donovan said. “The one thing about him, when he is on the ball and guys do drive on him, he’s gotten much better at using his length and not fouling — really rim-protecting, blocking shots.”

Donovan is prepping Matas Buzelis for the postseason

NBA: Chicago Bulls at Los Angeles Lakers NBA: Chicago Bulls at Los Angeles LakersMar 22, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Coby White (0) points with Chicago Bulls forward Matas Buzelis (14) against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

The Bulls rank 24th in defensive rating in the NBA at 115.4, Buzelis had a season average of 112.2.

Donovan is trying to develop Buzelis and prepare him and the Bulls for a postseason run.

Chicago has five more games remaining in the regular season. Then, they will participate in the Play-In Tournament.

Following their win Friday night, the Bulls are tied with the Miami Heat with a 35-42 record. The Atlanta Hawks have a 1.5 game lead on the Bulls and Heat for the No. 8 spot in the Eastern Conference.

Chicago will next play the Charlotte Hornets on Sunday at noon CST.

Related Posts

BREAKING: Trade Pitch Has Lakers Land $97 Million Big Man for Rui Hachimura & More!!.TS.THUONG.

Getty Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura. It’s not a surprise that the Los Angeles Lakers were a better team after they traded for Luka Doncic, but not many expected…

WARRIORS’ SAD NEWS ONE BY ONE: ‘Doesn’t Fit’ – Steve Kerr Makes Troubling Claim About Jonathan Kuminga…..TS.THUONG.

Getty Draymond Green (left) speaks to Jonathan Kuminga of the Golden State Warriors on the bench. The red-hot Warriors are 19-6 since the All-Star break, riding on tremendous performances by Stephen…

LIKE A JOKE BUT IT’S REAL! When Bulls Cheerleaders Tried To Get Larry Bird Drunk Before A Playoff Game Against The Celtics!!!.TS.THUONG.

The Chicago Bulls’ cheerleaders went out of their way to put a stop to Larry Bird and the Boston Celtics ahead of a playoff game in 1981. Although the cheerleaders did their…

BREAKING: Lakers Beat Rocket To Clinch No. 3 Seed In Western Conference Playoffs! CONGRATULATION!!.ts.thuong.

The Los Angeles Lakers host the Houston Rockets on Friday night in their regular season home finale. This game held significant importance as with a with, the…

BREAKING: Always the game breaker! Steve Kerr’s Brutally Honest Statement After Warriors-Trail Blazers!!.ts.thuong.

The Golden State Warriors picked up a much-needed 103-86 win over the Portland Trail Blazers, but the game certainly was not as pretty as they would have hoped. The…

UPDATE: Our Historistic night! Chicago Bulls Dominate Washington Wizards 119-89! Julian Phillips Shines with 23 Points!!!.ts.thuong.

In a commanding performance, the Chicago Bulls wrapped up their season with a resounding 119-89 victory over the Washington Wizards. The win brought the Bulls’ final record to 38-43, showcasing…