In light of recent events (Lauri Markkanen hurting his elbow), the Chicago Bulls’ rotation will include some new faces in different roles.
Since Markkanen won’t be included in the starting lineup against the Pelicans, Justin Holiday will start at the 3 and Jabari Parker will start at the 4.
The decision to start Parker at the 4 and bring Bobby Portis off the bench was definitely the correct decision. Parker is a natural 4 (playing the 3 when Markkanen returns should be fine, but he’s undoubtedly better at the 4) and Portis is much better when his role is sparking a fire in the second unit.