Is Matas in a Slump or Growing? | Why Noa Essengue MUST Play | Coby White Trade Rumors

🔥 Chicago’s defensive collapse has officially reached crisis mode — but can the Bulls fix it from within?

In today’s episode, Haize breaks down the REAL path forward for the Bulls’ struggling defense and what needs to change immediately:

🛡️ Fixing the Defense:

A healthy Isaac Okoro and the return of Zach Collins could bring stability, physicality, and actual rim deterrence — something this roster desperately needs. But no two players can fix an effort problem. Chicago must collectively buy in on physicality, rotations, and boxing out.

📉 Matas Buzelis: Slump or Growth Phase?

Matas is feeling the weight of NBA scouting reports, physicality, and a short leash. Haize breaks down why his struggles matter, how Billy Donovan is coaching him hard by design, and what Buzelis needs to adjust to avoid a true sophomore slump.

🚀 Noa Essengue MUST Play:

After dominating the G League with elite mobility for his size, Essengue’s defensive tools could help Chicago today. With rebounding and rim protection collapsing, he may be the surprise solution the Bulls didn’t expect.

📈 Trade Market Rumblings:

With KC Johnson speculating that teams — including Minnesota — may get aggressive soon, the Bulls could be pushed into tough decisions. Even Coby White’s name has been floated in hypothetical scenarios.

🐂 A loaded episode breaking down the future of this defense, this rotation, and this young core.

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