The Magic are hoping that the University of Kansas alum, who officially signed a two-way deal on Wednesday, can provide an additional scoring punch and added backcourt experience to a second unit that’s struggled since point guard Markelle Fultz went down with a season-ending injury and rookie Cole Anthony was elevated to the starting lineup. If you make a request through the WarnerMedia Privacy Center, Thaddeus is posting up. Without question, the Bulls need to find a way to tighten things up defensively if they want to be a playoff team. Another vital facet of the game the Bulls must continue to fine tune is its ability to communicate effectively, as well as trust one another at both ends of the floor. Copyright © 2021 NBA Media Ventures, LLC. I think that was truly the first step with the Bulls. ORLANDO -- Frank Mason III will make his Orlando Magic debut on Friday when the team hosts the Chicago Bulls at 7 p.m. 2 game series, Bulls @ Magic , February 5th, 6th, 2021, 7:00 PM ET. In their last game Tuesday at the Amway Center, the Magic fell victim to Rockford, IL native Fred VanVleet's career-high 54 points to lead Toronto to a 128-103 victory. Swirsky is in his 13th season as the Bulls radio play-by-play announcer and his 23rd season broadcasting games in the NBA. When you add Williams along with (Zach) LaVine, (Coby) White, (Lauri) Markkanen, that entire group, I think the future is very bright. The Bulls starters came out of the gates slow in this one. Prior to the season, Anthony was expected to come off the bench behind Fultz and provide the second unit with some offensive punch. ... Also - Fournier gets to play all over Zach - but Bulls getting called for ticky-tack crap on Anthony Cole on the other end. They’ve gone small. “And it felt good to practice and work on our stuff. He’s attacking the rim, very aggressive going to the basket. Follow all the updates, stats, highlights, and odds on the Bulls vs. Magic game on Feb 05, 2021 it will apply to data controlled jointly by the NBA and WarnerMedia as well as other data controlled by WarnerMedia. If they can cut down those miscues to a more practical number (12 to 13 per game), and their overall defense stiffens, especially down in the paint, the Bulls could make a serious postseason run. However, due to Fultz tearing his ACL earlier in the season, and now with Gordon sidelined for multiple weeks, the Magic has had to rely on their 20-year-old first-year guard to direct the offense. If you make a request through To opt out of the sale of your personal information as permitted by the California Consumer Re: Bulls @ Magic , February 5th, 2021, 7:00 PM ET Post #233 » by HomoSapien » Sat Feb 6, 2021 1:38 am This team obviously has a lot of things that it needs … ET for the first contest of two straight meetings between the squads on back-to-back nights at Amway Center. What would you say are some of the defining characteristics of this Bulls team?”, Swirsky: “Tons of ball movement, screens, the ball does not stick in the hands of one player. The Bulls have been competitive in nearly every game this season, but at times have struggled down the stretch. “In our situation, he’ll be playing big minutes here in these two games this weekend,” Magic Head Coach Steve Clifford explained. Accessibility and Closed Caption | To that end, they must continue to go all out and deliver a hardnosed effort. | We need to be on the same page collectively defensively and offensively. “I think MCW, since his setback, he’s still got some things to do, but (Director of High Performance) Lindsay (Winninger) feels a lot better about where Chief is at and we’re hopeful that he may be able to play on the West Coast trip.”. Vucevic leads Magic over Bulls 97-91 in Mexico City. As soon as he goes to primary PG - … The Orlando Magic will face off against the Chicago Bulls on their home court, Amway Center, this Friday night. However, on the other side of the ball, the Bulls have plenty of work still to do, as they're surrendering 117.1 points (27th), and opponents are connecting on 47.9% of their shots (26th). Last night in the opener, the Magic staved off a furious Chicago rally … On the whole, Chicago is averaging 114.8 points (7th) and shooting an impressive 47.7% overall from the field (7th), including 37.5% (11th) from behind the three-point arc. 2 game series, Bulls @ Magic , February 5th, 6th, 2021, 7:00 PM ET . At that juncture, the Bulls trailed 12-4 and Nikola Vučević had 10 points and 2 3s. They hope that Wednesday’s much-needed off day and Thursday’s practice session will help rejuvenate their squad as they prepare for two straight contests against a Bulls (8-12) team that ranks top eight in the NBA in points (114.8) and assists (26.1) per game as well as effective field goal percentage (55.4 percent). “I just want to make everybody around me better,” Okeke said. Obviously, Wendell Carter Jr. is out and they’re going to miss him terribly because off what he gives the ball club on a nightly basis. “Chief (Aminu) has (made progress) and we feel like he’s a lot closer,” Clifford explained. Orlando trailed 64-60 at halftime and even led 77- 74 midway through the third quarter. I would just say team chemistry, the addition of Williams, the addition of (Garrett) Temple coming off the bench, and the coaching of Billy Donovan have been outstanding. “He did a good job in practice (on Thursday). This site is operated jointly by NBA and WarnerMedia. Select a time that works best for your busy schedule and we will remind you via email. Box Score - Orlando Magic (108) vs. Chicago Bulls (102) - May 18, 1995 Box Score - Chicago Bulls (106) vs. Orlando Magic (101) - May 27, 1996 They really do.”, Copyright © 2021 NBA Media Ventures, LLC. For the Bulls, Otto Porter Jr. (back spasms) is doubtful, while Wendell Carter Jr. (right quadricep contusion), Devon Dotson (G League), and Adam Mokoka (not with team) are all out. Chicago has also been a solid road team, splitting 10 games, going 3-1 against the East and 2-4 vs. the West. Post #1 » by fleet » Thu Feb 4, 2021 11:26 pm . Zach LaVine leads the Bulls at 26.5 points per contest. No portion of NBA.com may be duplicated, redistributed or manipulated in any form. The Magic have the worst expected field goal rating in the league at 49.4%. the NBA Privacy Center, it will apply to data controlled independently by the NBA. 15 with the Magic. (Daniel) Gafford right now is starting. The Magic (8-14) can desperately use a jolt of energy after going 2-12 in their last 14 games. That’s what we needed and hopefully (against the Bulls) we can take a step.”. ORLANDO -- Frank Mason III will make his Orlando Magic debut on Friday when the team hosts the Chicago Bulls at 7 p.m. UP NEXT. LaVine bounced back from an uneven performance and scored 39 points on Saturday as the Chicago Bulls routed the injury-plagued Magic, 118-92. All-in-all, Chicago's slow start cost them the game in the end, as they were able to outshoot New York 54.5% to 30.0% in the fourth quarter, and outscore them 27-16, but it was too little, too late, as the Knicks hung on for a 107-103 victory. | In their last 10 against Orlando, the Bulls are 7-3. Thus, a primary key every game for the Bulls is to play fast, but as mentioned, they can't come up empty on 17 or more possessions due to careless turnovers. NBA Privacy Center | Nikola Vučević led the Magic with 21 points and 18 rebounds. As high-powered as they've been on offense, the Bulls turn the ball over way too many times (17.2). Nikola Vučević is Orlando's primary scoring threat, as he leads the way with a team-high 22.5 points and 11.2 rebounds, followed by veteran wing Evan Fournier (17.6 points). WarnerMedia Privacy Center | The Orlando Magic dropped Game 2 of their 1995 playoff semi-final series to the Chicago Bulls at home, and face a daunting trip to the Windy City next. Do Not Sell My Personal Information | The Magic would eliminate the Bulls in Game 6 as the Magic won 108–102 to advance to the Conference Finals. Zach LaVine has not only become a great scorer – as we all knew that to be the case, really when he came into the league with Minnesota – but you’re looking at LaVine now as a facilitator. However, Toronto responded with a 14-0 run and never looked back. All rights reserved. The under is 4-1 in Bulls last 5 overall. it will apply to data controlled jointly by the NBA and WarnerMedia as well as other data controlled by WarnerMedia. Just the way the whole system flows from an offensive standpoint has been great.”, Savage: “One thing I’ve noticed about this Bulls team in watching them this season is they seem to be very versatile playing bigger at times and at times as you’ve mentioned playing smaller with Young at the five. They’ve gotten better because Billy Donovan has put these players in a position whether it’s Markkanen, Williams, LaVine, White, Young, Temple, Denzel Valentine has come to life along with (Tomáš) Satoranský. However, this time around, the Bulls have done a terrific job of moving the ball, which has made their offense potent and forced opponents to take notice. Manage Preferences, Photos of the Night: Magic vs. Nuggets (4/4), Magic Unable to Hold Off Nuggets Down the Stretch, Orlando Magic at Denver Nuggets: Game Preview, Photos of the Night: Magic vs. Jazz (4/3), Shorthanded Magic Unable to Keep Up With Red-Hot Jazz. “Getting better each game and just bring effort and energy on the defensive end, offensive end, however I can as a teammate.”. Chicago comes in having just split a pair of games against the New York Knicks back home at the United Center, while Orlando hits the hardwood having lost six of its last seven, including three-straight at home. The University of Auburn alum fired off a career-best 10 points while going 4-for-5 from the floor in 15 minutes of action. They are starting the youngest player in the NBA in Patrick Williams out of Florida State, as you know. He’s played quite a bit of NBA basketball particularly two years ago in Sacramento (and) I’ve talked to other people who’ve coached him who really like him.”. Constant ball and player movement, in and out of the paint, and all around the arc, will produce a free-flowing rhythm and force opponents to scramble and blow defensive assignments. I’m just looking to be successful and do whatever the team needs me to do so we can get wins.”. QUOTE TO NOTE: “I definitely do believe (I can provide a boost). This will be the first of a two-game set, … I think it’s important to also recognize that ownership and management did an outstanding job in the offseason. No portion of NBA.com may be duplicated, redistributed or manipulated in any form. “I thought we had a good spirit today,” Magic shooting guard Evan Fournier said after the team’s practice session. … Vucevic was flattered that Shaquille O’Neal congratulated him on joining the Hall of Fame center and Dwight Howard as the only Magic players to compile at least 43 points and 19 rebounds in a game. The Bulls and the Orlando Magic tip-off a back-to-back mini-series this evening in the Magic Kingdom. Markkanen is moving around the floor. He was named the 2019-20 G League MVP after playing in 23 games with the Wisconsin Herd, averaging 26.4 points, 5.0 assists, 3.4 rebounds, and 1.1 steals per contest, while shooting 50.4 percent from the field and 42.5 percent from three-point range. In their most recent loss to New York on Wednesday, the Bulls had a rough shooting night early, opening the game 8-of-21 (38.1%) from the field overall and 0-of-8 (0.0%) from behind the arc, and trailed the Knicks 34-17 after 12 minutes. The 5-foot-11 floor general has played in 99 career NBA regular season games with Sacramento and Milwaukee, averaging 6.8 points, 2.6 assists, and 1.9 rebounds in 15.5 minutes per game. All rights reserved. Smart, quick passing helps to free up paths to the basket, as well as uncontested jump-shots around the three-point arc. If anything is certain, for the Bulls to succeed this season they must get off to a strong start and freely share the ball, making it hop from player-to-player and keep everyone involved in the action. He’s done a magnificent job putting players in the right place to succeed. He has a great handle to the rim. When he’s looking at the new-age NBA when teams are going small ball, he can play small ball. Chicago comes in having just split a pair of games … Box Score - Orlando Magic (88) vs. Chicago Bulls (93) - May 21, 1996 So far this season the Magic are 6-9 against Eastern Conference foes, while the Bulls are 4-5. The Magic are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 home games and 0-4 ATS in their last 4 games overall. With the absence of Carter, Young has been playing the five. Privacy Act, please use the links below to visit each company’s privacy center. To opt out of the sale of your personal information as permitted by the California Consumer Lauri Markkanen scored a season-high 32 points and the Chicago Bulls won for just the third time in 15 games, beating the Orlando Magic 90-80 on Friday night. Nikola Vucevic scored 26 points, including a tiebreaking jumper with 28 seconds remaining, and the Orlando Magic snapped a three-game losing streak with a 97-91 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Thursday night in their first of two games in Mexico. To much payne. Swirsky also contributes an in-season column on Bulls.com and is inducted into three Halls of Fame: Chicagoland Sports Hall of Fame, Illinois Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame and the WGN Walk of Fame. I’m not sure Otto Porter Jr. is going to play on Friday because of a back situation. Gafford is a rim protector and a shot blocker. Power forward Lauri Markkanen is Chicago's second option, with 19.6 points as well as 6.2 boards, while second-year playmaker Coby White chips in 15.3 points and 5.7 assists a game. The Magic were off to their first ever NBA Finals. This season Chicago has played unselfish ball, recording six games of 30 or more assists. He not only takes up a lot of space and scores down low, he's also got a smooth jumper behind the arc, attempting a little over six long distance shots per game and hitting 43.3%. I think what Billy has done is he’s playing small, if he has to play big, he’ll play big, but I again come back to coaching. And coaching is important in the NBA and the Bulls have a great one. WarnerMedia Privacy Center | That’s number one. The short-handed Magic's biggest struggle since losing multiple starters to injury has been their inability to create open looks at the basket.
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