Frequently Asked Questions
What did Jim Boylen say about his offensive system on 670 The Score?
Boylen claimed the Bulls' pace has picked up and pointed to having 30 three-point attempts in one game as progress. However, the Bulls have actually dropped from 16th in pace under Hoiberg to 26th under Boylen, and they average only 26.6 three-point attempts per game, ranking 26th in the league.
How much did the Bulls lose by to the fifth worst team in basketball?
The Bulls lost by 20 points at home to the fifth worst team in basketball. This blowout loss was just the latest in a series of embarrassing defeats under Jim Boylen.
What did Zach LaVine say about the team's recent struggles?
LaVine said "Something's obviously wrong" and noted that the Bulls weren't losing by double digits earlier in the season when they had an incomplete roster. He expressed confusion that they're getting blown out now despite being a better team on paper.
What is Jim Boylen's preferred offensive strategy according to his radio interview?
Boylen wants to isolate from the post with players' backs to the basket and get the ball into the paint more. He acknowledged these are "old school" approaches but defended using them despite not having players like Hakeem Olajuwon or Tim Duncan on the roster.
How many games are left in Jim Boylen's evaluation period as Bulls coach?
There are 34 games remaining in the season for Boylen's bosses to determine if they've figured out the same problems that players identified after 24 games under his coaching.