The Bulls have had a tough schedule in the second half of the season, facing off against playoff-bound opponents. With time running out in the season, will the Bulls have a shot to make the playoffs? Rob Schaefer and Tony Gill break down the issues the Bulls have had so far since the trade, including the defense, Lauri Markkanen’s great first quarter vs. the Pheonix Suns, and injury updates for Zach LaVine, Coby White, and Garrett Temple.

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(1:40) - Bulls are on a 5 game losing streak with a tough stretch for the next 2 games. Can the defense improve with time or is this what they have to work with?

(8:15) - Bulls guards are not getting around or through screens as all

(14:00) - Lauri Markkanen teases fans in the first half with a great start of the Pheonix Suns game but finished with a lot to be desired

(26:10) - With a chance that the losing streak continues for at least the next 2 games, are the playoffs still in view for the Bulls?

(30:40) - Is it time for Bulls fans to look at Billy Donovan and the coaching staff and critique their jobs as the losing continues?

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