Bulls Hope Coby White Returns to Game Action in Couple of Weeks, Donovan Says
The Chicago Bulls are taking a cautious approach with the return of guard Coby White from a calf strain he suffered before training camp. Coach Billy Donovan expressed optimism that White will be able to practice with the team within a couple of weeks, but emphasized the need for his calf to be fully healed.
White's injury history is a concern, particularly after Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton and Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard experienced setbacks in their return from similar calf strains. Donovan wants to ensure that White's calf is completely healed before he returns to game action.
Without White, the Bulls have been off to an impressive start, playing an up-and-down style without a ball-dominant guard like White. However, his return will require adjustments to the team's rotation and roles for other guards.
Donovan believes that White needs to be patient with himself as he returns from the injury. He cautioned against "tiptoeing" back into game action too quickly, which could lead to further issues. Instead, Donovan emphasized the importance of giving White time to recover and rebuild his endurance.
The Bulls' next matchup is also a cause for concern, with guard Ayo Dosunmu still dealing with a bruised left quadriceps. His absence was felt in Sunday's loss to the Knicks, where the team struggled with ball movement and defending in transition.
Despite their early success, Donovan knows that the Bulls cannot afford to overlook the little details. He expressed frustration with the team's performance in these areas, particularly after getting outworked by the Knicks.
With White's return on the horizon, the Bulls will be watching closely to ensure a smooth transition back into game action.
The Chicago Bulls are taking a cautious approach with the return of guard Coby White from a calf strain he suffered before training camp. Coach Billy Donovan expressed optimism that White will be able to practice with the team within a couple of weeks, but emphasized the need for his calf to be fully healed.
White's injury history is a concern, particularly after Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton and Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard experienced setbacks in their return from similar calf strains. Donovan wants to ensure that White's calf is completely healed before he returns to game action.
Without White, the Bulls have been off to an impressive start, playing an up-and-down style without a ball-dominant guard like White. However, his return will require adjustments to the team's rotation and roles for other guards.
Donovan believes that White needs to be patient with himself as he returns from the injury. He cautioned against "tiptoeing" back into game action too quickly, which could lead to further issues. Instead, Donovan emphasized the importance of giving White time to recover and rebuild his endurance.
The Bulls' next matchup is also a cause for concern, with guard Ayo Dosunmu still dealing with a bruised left quadriceps. His absence was felt in Sunday's loss to the Knicks, where the team struggled with ball movement and defending in transition.
Despite their early success, Donovan knows that the Bulls cannot afford to overlook the little details. He expressed frustration with the team's performance in these areas, particularly after getting outworked by the Knicks.
With White's return on the horizon, the Bulls will be watching closely to ensure a smooth transition back into game action.