It was a four-game preseason showcase that didn’t exactly scream “climb to stardom!’’
Heck, Lauri Markkanen’s exhibition play didn’t even whisper that phrase.
Considering the Bulls are counting on the forward to reach elite status in order for the rebuild to actually have some traction toward a deep playoff run, yeah, there should be some concerns. Specifically, why does a 7-footer still disappear so easily on the floor?
Instead, coach Jim Boylen is taking a less reactionary stance. More of let’s wait until “the lights really come on.’’
“I thought he had some good moments,’’ coach Jim Boylen said about Markkanen’s preseason.