Oh, the drama of the hardwood! Just when you think the Bulls are getting their groove on, the injury bug strikes again.
Patrick Williams’ Painful Pause
So here’s the scoop: Patrick Williams is out for a bit, and it’s not looking good. His left foot is causing him all sorts of grief, and he had to jet back to Chicago for some tests. Coach Billy Donovan spilled the beans, saying, โHe mentioned feeling it more at halftime, and after the game, the pain really kicked in.โ Yikes. Sounds like theyโre playing it safe, letting the inflammation chill before making any moves. I think itโs smart to be cautiousโno point rushing back and risking a bigger setback.
In his absence, Torrey Craig stepped up against the Bucks, dropping 15 points with six boards and a couple of assists. Not bad for a fill-in, right? But letโs be real, Williams’ absence is a big hit. Heโs been averaging nearly 10 points a game, and thatโs not something you just replace overnight.
Lonzo’s Long Road Back
Meanwhile, Lonzo Ball’s saga continues. The dudeโs dealing with a wrist sprain that’s keeping him benched for at least another 10 days. Check out this tweet for the latest:
Lonzo Ball will miss at least 10 more days
Gary:
— Dynasty Ball (@BallDynasty)
Coach Donovan is hopeful, though. He mentioned to Joe Cowley that Lonzo might start ramping up his activities soon, but the painโs still there when he tries to throw. Thanksgiving seems like a realistic target for his return. Fingers crossed, right?
Whatโs Next for the Bulls?
With both Williams and Ball sidelined, the Bulls have some serious adjustments to make. Can they hold it together until their key players are back in action? Or will they stumble without their young stars? Speaking of trades, did you catch that wild Curry rumor? But back to the Bullsโit’s going to be a test of depth and grit.
So, what do you think? Will the Bulls weather this storm, or is this the start of a slippery slope?
