Lauri Markkanen injuries used to have a feeling of debilitation to them.
When the Bulls versatile big man would be sidelined for a period of time, it was as if one of the cement pillars holding up the organizational roof had crumbled. A doom and gloom that would only fully dissipate upon his return.
Used to.
As the last 10 games have shown, this isn’t 2019 anymore.
Since the 7-footer was sidelined with a right shoulder sprain, all the Bulls have done in his absence is arguably play some of their best brand of basketball in years.