With four days off to get back in the lab, the Bulls finally ended their seven-game losing streak with a 129-126 win against the Charlotte Hornets. Injuries aren’t an excuse

Can the Chicago Bulls stop the bleeding tonight? Heading into the Spectrum Center on a seven-game losing streak, the team has stressed how important this four-

Josh Giddey led the way for the Bulls in Sunday’s loss as he ended the game with 18 points and five assists while Matas Buzelis recorded 16 points and three rebounds. While both teams are looking to pick up a victory in Friday night’s matchup, both squads may be without multiple key players due to injuries.

The Chicago Bulls have emerged as a ‘team to watch’ in the trade market for a former lottery pick, according to an NBA insider.

In not-so-great news, Ayo Dosunmu and Kevin Huerter did not make the trip to Charlotte. The former is dealing with a thumb sprain, while the latter is still rehabbing his adductor strain. While it does not sound as if either is expected to miss extensive time, it's unclear exactly when the Bulls plan to see either back on the floor.

Josh Giddey had 26 points, 11 assists and seven rebounds, Zach Collins added 16 points and eight rebounds off the bench and the Chicago Bulls erased a 13-point second half deficit to beat

Per Synergy, Buzelis has recorded three attempts ranging from “short” and 17 feet, effectively tracking his activity in the midrange. He’s attempted just three such shots in 23 games this season. Last season, he took 11 such shots, which paled in comparison to his 266 3-point attempts.

In Isaac Okoro, Chicago is set to have an important player return to the rotation after an injury absence. With the former Cavalier, the Bulls actually have a respectable record of 8-7 this year, so should he suit up, it could change the dynamic of the game.