Over the past few days, the point guard position has become one of particular interest for the Chicago Bulls. It all started with C.J. Watson injuring his elbow over a week ago. He hasn't been in the lineup since. The issue grew when it was announced that Derrick Rose would be unable to go against the Wizards on Wednesday. With only John Lucas III left, the Bulls called up D-League guard Michael James, who didn't arrive on the bench in time for the opening tip-off. Assistant coach Ron Adams had to give James an accelerated lesson on how things worked with the team. Meanwhile, Lucas played nearly 46 minutes and scored a career-high 25 points to lead everybody. A different Bulls team beat Washington 78-64. When James came on at the end, the lack of a name on his back showed just on how short a notice he was signed.
All of this raises the question on just how deep the Bulls are, at least at the one spot. We all know what Rose can do and Watson is a viable backup. With this latest performance by Lucas, does that mean anyone who runs the offense can explode anytime? Perhaps, but keep in mind the Wizards had just won their first game of the season. Take it with a grain of salt. Even so, it's impressive that there are so many scorers at the very top of the key. That anyone of them can explode at anytime has to be boggling for the opposition. We may not get to see James much, if at all. Who knows if he'll even last here?
In the meantime, the Bulls are in Boston tonight to meet the Celtics. Rose insists he'll play tonight. Let's hope so and let's get a win in the Garden.
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