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The Chicago Bulls will hit the road as they take on the Charlotte Hornets in a highly anticipated clash on Monday night. The Bulls come into this game after snapping a three-game losing streak after defeating the Bucks 116-111, thanks to Josh Giddey’s triple-double performance and they’ll look to carry the momentum forward tonight.

On the other hand, their opponents are in absolute distress with just one win in their last sixteen games! Boasting one of the worst records in the league and are on a seven-game losing streak at the moment. Although both teams have their respective injury issues, Zach LaVine’s availability is the biggest concern for the Bulls faithful. Will LaVine suit up tonight?

At the moment, there’s no confirmation of the Bulls guard’s availability as he remains questionable for tonight’s clash due to a toe injury. Furthermore, it will be a game-day decision for Chicago as the 29-year-old remains their top scorer averaging 22 points while shooting 49.9 percent from the field. With him on the court Bulls definitely look like a better team and having him for the Hornets clash will be a huge plus.

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Apart from LaVine the Bulls also have several key players on the injury list and the same goes for the Hornets who could miss their superstar LaMelo Ball due to a wrist issue. So, let’s dive into the injury report and get all the latest updates prior to the tip-off at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte.

Chicago Bulls Injury Report vs the Charlotte Hornets

Although Zach LaVine’s availability remains the biggest question, Chicago could also be without Josh Giddey. The 22-year-old shooting guard could potentially miss tonight’s game due to an ankle injury as he remains on day-to-day. This season Giddey has averaged 12.3 points along with grabbing 6.7 rebounds and seven assists and has been an important player for the team.

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Another name on the report is forward Jalen Smith who also is on day-to-day and questionable for the Hornets matchup. Furthermore, he is struggling with an ankle injury and will be a game-day decision. Lastly, Ayo Dosunmu is ruled out of tonight’s game after sustaining a calf injury.

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Can the Bulls maintain their momentum without LaVine and Giddey against the struggling Hornets?

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Predicted starting five for the Chicago Bulls prior to the clash

The Bulls lineup has been led by two stars, Zach LaVine, and Nikola Vucevic with both averaging over twenty points this season it’s a no-brainer that Chicago relies upon the duo. Additionally, Coby White will also resume his regular starter status for this game. So, Here’s how the Bulls could line up against the Hornets:

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PositionStarters
PGJosh Giddey
SGCoby White
SFZach LaVine
PFPatrick Williams
CNikola Vucevic

Overall, Chicago will enter this matchup as a clear favorite given Charlotte’s woeful form. Furthermore, LaVine and Giddey’s availability will be a key factor for the Bulls as if the two play they will be unstoppable. Nonetheless, this will be a great watch as the Bulls start their two-game road trip with Washington the next stop after Charlotte.

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Can the Bulls maintain their momentum without LaVine and Giddey against the struggling Hornets?