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USA Today via Reuters

USA Today via Reuters

The Chicago Bulls 2023-24 season is progressing in an uninspiring manner. Before the start of the season, the franchise had ambitions of making it to the postseason. However, they now look worlds away from a playoff spot. They currently languish outside the play-in spots in the Eastern Conference standings. Nevertheless, the Bulls’ fanbase has seen an uptick in their recent performances, as they have won their last four games.

Chicago would aim to maintain their winning streak, but they face the daunting task of playing Giannis and the Milwaukee Bucks in their next game. Added to this, the availability of star Zach LaVine is a source of concern for the Bulls franchise.

Zach LaVine sidelined for another 3-4 weeks

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The Chicago Bulls face the Bucks at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. Their four-game winning streak in the past week becomes even more perplexing, considering they have been without the services of Zach LaVine. After sitting out the four games due to a foot injury, the Bulls have announced that LaVine will remain sidelined for an additional 3-4 weeks due to the same injury.

While their wins may provide them with the confidence they need, the Bucks provide a much sterner test for them. On top of that, they have several key players missing for the crucial match-up. The Bulls have listed Alex Caruso as questionable. His chances of playing against the Bucks tonight look slim, as he didn’t practice with the squad on Sunday. Patrick Williams’ availability is also up in the air. He is currently nursing a sore left ankle, and the Bulls haven’t put a timeline for Lonzo Ball’s return. He last played for the Bulls on 14th January 2022.

Predicted Lineups: Bucks vs Bulls

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The Milwaukee Bucks fanbase would demand an excellent performance after they lost to the Pacers in the semifinals of the In-Season tournament. However, getting a result against a revitalized Bulls team is easier said than done. They would start the game with Damian Lillard, Malik Beasley, Khris Middleton, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Brook Lopez.

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The Bulls would go into the game with high confidence, as they are on a winning streak. A victory against the Bucks could potentially shift the narrative around the team, bringing a more optimistic outlook after a period of negativity. The Bulls could begin the game with Ayo Dosunmu, Coby White, DeMar DeRozan, Patrick Williams, and Nikola Vucevic.

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