We were at a low point of the season, or at least one of the lower points, as the Bulls kept getting blown out even after being home and playing far-from-elite teams, and the coach taking no responsibility for it. So Friday night was a relative success: the Bulls were competitive, and even had a double-digit lead at one time. They still lost, 106-101 after a collapse in the final minutes, but it was relatively enjoyable compared to the last few weeks.
Starting Bobby Portis at center for the first time in 3 games, the Bulls did not come out with ‘an edge’ or whatever, they instead fell in an early hole starting the game going 4-18 from the field with no makes outside the rim.