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It’s hard being a rookie in the NBA.
From being outmatched physically to the mental toll of learning multiple offensive and defensive schemes, it’s a load to handle. January marks the start of the dog days of the NBA season, when rookies start to feel the toll of the 82-game marathon.
Bulls forward Matas Buzelis played 26 games in the G League last season. He already has played more NBA games than that this season (36). Developing a routine helps young players adjust to the league.