Forward DeMar DeRozan was the driving force behind the Bulls’ 3-1 West Coast road trip and was rewarded for his efforts Monday.
After averaging 29.8 points, 5.5 rebounds and 6.3 assists against the Kings, Jazz, Warriors and Clippers, DeRozan was named player of the week in the Eastern Conference.
‘‘His [midrange] game is as good as anyone in the world,’’ Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said before his team’s game against the Bulls. ‘‘He’s playing at a high level. He’s a vet. The things you heard about him in Toronto or San Antonio being a pro, that’s what you want and that’s what Chicago has.