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Patrick Beverley shines on defense in Bulls debut

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Patrick Beverley made his debut for his hometown team on Friday, and while he only scored eight points, his defensive communication was felt instantly in the 131-87 blowout win over the Nets.

As the shot clock ran out and the Nets were called for a violation Friday night, Bulls guard Alex Caruso pumped his fist and started screaming and flexing for the United Center crowd.

He turned to find his newest partner in crime, Patrick Beverley, and the two high-fived and chest-bumped.

For the first time perhaps all season, the Bulls suddenly had some defensive pride and, more important, an edge.