Chicago homecoming for Wolves extends to Robert Covington as well

CHICAGO – There are plenty of former Bulls who were making a homecoming with the Timberwolves on Wednesday at United Center. Luol Deng, Taj Gibson, Derrick Rose and coach Tom Thibodeau all were a part of the Bulls at the same time earlier this decade.

But there is another member of the Wolves with Chicago ties who got to spend some time with family and friends over the holidays — forward Robert Covington.

“It’s always amazing, coming home and playing in the gym that I’ve watched so much history to be a part of,” said Covington, who went to high school at Proviso West in suburban Hillside, Ill. “I’ve been thankful for that, and I’ve always played with an edge when I come here because it’s…