Chicago Bulls vs. Phoenix Suns - GAME DAY PREVIEW
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The Chicago Bulls (21-23) head to the Footprint Center in Phoenix to take on the streaking Suns (24-18) in an East vs. West showdown. The Bulls are aiming to win their third straight, while the Suns—who are coming off a 117-110 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Saturday—are looking to win their sixth game in a row.
In-form Kevin Durant
The Bulls have a tall task in front of them as they try to contain the red-hot Suns. Leading the charge for Phoenix is two-time NBA Finals MVP Kevin Durant, who has been on a tear lately. In his last five games, Durant has averaged 26.4 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game, including a 40-piece on Saturday against the Pacers.
The Bulls will need to bring their best defensive effort if they hope to slow down this offensive powerhouse, which also features All-Stars Devin Booker and Bradley Beal.
KD tonight:
— StatMuse (@statmuse) January 22, 2024
40 PTS
9 REB
4 3PM
18-25 FG
10th career game with 40+ PTS on 70+ FG%, 10th-most in NBA history. https://t.co/yGPdmZOu03
Patrick Williams is probable to play
The Bulls have a couple of players on the injury list who are probable to play—Patrick Williams and Andre Drummond. Williams will play a huge role as he most likely will draw the task of defending Durant. Drummond, on the other hand, is expected to give the bench a boost on paint points and rebounding.
Patrick Williams gets right to his spot and hits the smooth fader 👌pic.twitter.com/3tfWfOPC6l
— Bulls Nation (@BullsNationCP) January 19, 2024