The Bulls are steamrolling into the 2015 NBA Playoffs with the return of superstar player Derrick Rose. Rose was recently seeded back into the team after his 2012 knee injury that set the Bulls back from their former charge to the Finals. Although his minutes in the games are limited — an allotment that will ensure he doesn't get injured again — his return has given the team a much-needed boost of morale that shows with their 103-91 win over the Milwaukee Bucks.
According to a report by USA Today, the Bulls are most likely going to win the second match this April 20, to be held in Chicago, because despite the team dealing with numerous injuries, they still have the ability to keep playing at the peak of their skills.
The Chicago Bulls have seen their lineup shift dramatically due to key players getting injured in the recent weeks, and the return of Rose isn't a miracle due to his limited play time. Despite this, USA Today points out that by scorecards and skills alone, there is no one in the Bucks capable of going toe-to-toe with Rose.
USA Today continues to report that the Bucks still have a chance due to solid defense and because of their "ace-in-the-hole" Jason Kidd. All of the key players of the Bucks are also still young and healthy, giving the Bulls a run for their money since the majority of them are down with injuries.
In the last game, Rose led the Bulls with 23 points and 7 assists, marking a triumphant return in his first Playoffs match since he was benched due to knee issues. Jimmy Butler scored 25 points and 6 assists while Pau Gasol trailed right after with 10 points and 13 rebounds.
The Bucks followed suit as Khris Middleton scored a total of 18 points.
Game 2 is scheduled to air 8 p.m. EST in Chicago. The match will be available to view online via live stream on NBA.
