Chicago Bulls (6-8, 12th in the Eastern Conference) vs. Charlotte Hornets (6-8, 11th in the Eastern Conference)
Charlotte; Friday, 7 p.m. EST
BOTTOM LINE: Zach LaVine and the Chicago Bulls take on the Charlotte Hornets. LaVine is fifth in the league averaging 27.4 points per game.
The Hornets are 4-5 in Eastern Conference games. Charlotte has a 3-8 record when allowing over 100 points.
The Bulls are 2-3 in conference play. Chicago is fourth in the Eastern Conference scoring 117.4 points per game and is shooting 47.8%.
The Hornets and Bulls match up Friday for the first time this season.