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There was skepticism that the Bulls could maintain their stingy top-five defense from last season, and those doubts were warranted.
On their recent road trip, the Bulls allowed 46 three-pointers combined against the Nets and Celtics. For the season, the Bulls allow the sixth-highest three-point percentage.
Coach Billy Donovan said the reason for the breakdowns is because players need to react more quickly after providing help.
“We’ve been so focused on protecting the paint that we have not responded to passes very well,” Donovan said.