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Billy Donovan rattled off the statistics by heart, and he had disdain for each one of them.
“You’re talking about giving up 76 free throws (allowed) in two games, 32 of them were shooting fouls, 54 offensive rebounds, 34 turnovers,” the Bulls coach said. “Just not a recipe that’s sustainable.”
Or welcomed by Donovan.
And he wasn’t going to just sweep it under the rug. The performances in Portland – which was a win – and then against Miami Friday at the United Center, were unacceptable for the coach. Not what he’s asked of his players and not what he’s coached.