Zach LaVine and Nikola Vucevic Set for Return Against Hornets as Bulls Reassign Julian Phillips to G League

Takeaways:

• Zach LaVine and Nikola Vucevic are set to return from injuries for the Chicago Bulls in their game against the Charlotte Hornets.

• LaVine is coming back after missing 17 games due to right foot inflammation and will be on a minutes restriction.

• Vucevic is returning from a left adductor injury after a five-game absence and will also have limited playing time.

• Julian Phillips, the 35th pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, has been assigned to the Windy City Bulls of the G League to continue his development.

• Andre Drummond had a strong performance while Vucevic was out, but the team recognizes the need for Vucevic's presence, especially against physical opponents.

References:

[1] Bulls Injury Report: Zach LaVine, Nikola Vucevic to Return vs. Hornets. Link

[2] Bulls's Billy Donovan admits 'change' is coming for young players ahead of injury returns. Link

[3] Bulls stars Zach LaVine, Nikola Vucevic set to return tonight vs. Hornets. Link

[4] Zach LaVine, Nikola Vucevic to return for Bulls on Friday. Link

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