Guard Zach LaVine has always said the right things.
You can credit his upbringing or his makeup, but he seldom commits verbal missteps.
This season, however, he’s finally doing the right things.
There are actions backing up the words. That’s why he has emerged as a true leader this year and hopefully beyond.
The latest evidence came Thursday at the United Center. The Bulls were facing a completely undermanned Raptors squad in a must-win situation, and LaVine wasn’t looking to score 40, but he was looking to play a complete game.
Thanks to LaVine’s efficient 24 points and solid defense, the Bulls beat the Raptors 114-102 to stay alive for the last play-in spot in the Eastern Conference with two games left.