Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 3, 2024
Bulls have solid defensive ranking, but they know numbers can lie
The Bulls statistically have a better numbers than last season in overall efficiency, but coach Billy Donovan knows the numbers can lie. There are still major holes on the defensive end, especially when it comes to protecting the paint. Pamela Smith/AP
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NEW YORK — The numbers are the numbers.
That is, until they’re not.
Bulls coach Billy Donovan and his players know that all too well.
Even with a shaky showing against the Nets on Friday, the Bulls entered Saturday ninth in the NBA in defensive efficiency — a ranking that wasn’t necessarily fake news, but it was a bit of a fib.
