Bulls On Tap Tasting Flight: Chicago Bulls News for Oct. 9, 2024

What's On Tap in Chicago Bulls news? Welcome to the eighth edition of "Tasting Flight," a daily newsletter to keep fans up to date on all the latest news in Bulls Nation.

Bulls Win Preseason Opener vs. Cavaliers

The Bulls played a bad half followed by a good half of basketball in Tuesday's preseason opener against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Ultimately, Chicago prevailed with a clutch 116-112 victory .

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Remember the Bulls On Tap Season Preview Storyline About Patrick Williams?

On a positive note, a win is a win for the Bulls. However, a notable contributor who had a bad first half in Cleveland was Patrick Williams.

The Bulls' very first offensive possession of the game resulted in a turnover by the enigmatic forward. Williams was largely ineffective Tuesday, shooting 33% from the field and scoring just four points in the first half before sitting out the second half.

As mentioned in our Bulls 2024-25 season preview , Williams' NBA track record profiles as a role player more than a high-upside star. After the preseason opener, the next act in Williams' story arc likely revolves around whether he's a Bulls starter this season or not.

Related: Chicago Bulls 2024-25 Season Preview: 5 Storylines to Follow

CHSN In-Game Graphics Receive National Roasting

Chicago Sports Network's (CHSN) first Bulls broadcast was met with resounding negative feedback, specifically regarding its score bug design. Several Bulls fans and NBA personalities such as Rob Perez, aka World Wide Wob, chimed in.

Another Day, Another Local Product Signing

Per Michael Scotto of USA Today , Chicago native Javon Freeman-Liberty reportedly intends to return to the Bulls, presumably to compete for a roster spot on the Windy City Bulls.

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