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Billy Donovan’s preseason opening lineup choice couldn’t be simpler

The NBA preseason is finally here. After a long summer, the Chicago Bulls return to action on October 7, squaring off with last year’s Eastern Conference leaders, the Cleveland Cavaliers. Yet ahead of the much-anticipated matchup, plenty of questions remain.

Who’s in and who’s out? How will Chicago’s newest addition, 18-year-old rookie Noa Essengue, look in his debut? And most importantly, which five will Billy Donovan send out to open the exhibition season?

It’s expected that Coby White won’t suit up after suffering a calf strain in August. The injury reportedly isn’t serious, but VP of Basketball Operations Artu016bras Karnišovas said White will be limited throughout training camp as he works his way back.