This was the concern that Billy Donovan was carrying the last 48 hours leading into the game with the Mavericks.
National television interviews for Josh Giddey after he hit the half-court shot heard around Chicago, and the Bulls gaining relevance on a much bigger stage.
Too much too soon, as far as the coach was concerned. Life hiding in the weeds most of the 2024-25 campaign had been just fine for Donovan.
“I get concerned about that a little bit quite honestly,” Donovan said of the focus on his team since the drama of the Thursday win over the Lakers.