No. 18: Chicago Bulls
The Bulls have name brand players, but they’ll struggle with continuity. As a reluctant shooter,Rajon Rondowill set up the offense as the main ball-handler, but he’ll depend onJimmy Butlerto finish on most occasions.
Wade tore off the injury-prone tag, but how much does he have left going into his 14th NBA season? Unless head coachFred HoibergunleashesNikola MiroticandDoug McDermottfor three-point flurries every night, the roster will struggle with spot shooting and closing deficits.
No. 17: Milwaukee Bucks
The Milwaukee Bucks fell off their successful pathway after head coachJason Kidd’s first year. He missed a portion of the previous season due to hip surgery, but he should be able to put this team back on track with a versatile starting lineup.
Jabari Parkerwill make strides after a playing through 76 games in his sophomore season. The 6’11” ball distributor and defender,Giannis Antetokounmpo, allows Kidd to mix and match pieces within the starting five. The front office also acquired Matthew Dellavedova as a gritty defender off the bench.
Next: Nos. 15-16
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