Torrey Craig to Return to Bench Role
Chicago Bulls forward Torrey Craig will return to a bench role after starting the last three games, head coach Billy Donovan announced on Sunday.
Ayo Dosunmu, who has been starting at shooting guard, will move back to point guard and start in place of Craig.
The Bulls have lost their last two games and are 11-15 on the season. They will play the New Orleans Pelicans on Monday night.
Ayo Dosunmu to Start at Point Guard
Ayo Dosunmu has started 22 games at point guard for the Bulls this season, averaging 9.5 points and 4.6 assists per game.
He has been a key part of the Bulls' success this season, providing a steady presence at the point guard position.
Bulls Looking to Get Back on Track
The Bulls have lost their last two games and are looking to get back on track.
They will have a tough matchup on Monday night against the New Orleans Pelicans, who are 13-13 on the season.
The Bulls will need to play better defensively if they want to get back on track.
They have allowed an average of 118.5 points per game in their last two losses.
The Bulls will also need to get more production from their bench.
They have been outscored by an average of 13.5 points per game in their last two losses.
Craig's Return to the Bench
Torrey Craig has been a valuable contributor for the Bulls this season, averaging 7.1 points and 4.8 rebounds per game.
He has started 12 games this season and has provided a steady presence on the defensive end.
However, the Bulls have been better with Ayo Dosunmu in the starting lineup.
Dosunmu is a better passer and playmaker than Craig, and he helps the Bulls get more organized on offense.
Bulls Need to Improve Defensively
The Bulls have struggled defensively this season, allowing an average of 115.8 points per game.
They have allowed opponents to shoot 47.2% from the field this season, which is the 29th-worst mark in the NBA.
The Bulls will need to improve their defensive efficiency if they want to make a playoff run this season.
They have the talent to be a good defensive team, but they need to be more consistent.
Looking Ahead
If the Bulls do not make a move before this week's trade deadline, it is reasonable to expect Craig and Dosunmu to continue in their current roles for the remainder of the season. They face the tough challenge of the Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves next on their schedule.
