Kings vs. Bulls: Play-by-play, highlights and reactions

Josh Martin @Bulls_Wire
Steve Clifford reveals how Bulls beat Hornets: ‘We couldn’t guard’ bullswire.usatoday.com/2024/02/01/chi… pic.twitter.com/fnzL5F2olA – 8:00 PM

Darnell Mayberry @DarnellMayberry
Bulls’ Zach LaVine to undergo season-ending surgery on right foot theathletic.com/5249244/2024/0… – 7:51 PM

Chicago Bulls @chicagobulls
Tonight’s starters vs. Sacramento.
@FirstAlert | #SeeRed pic.twitter.com/CzBwuLnfMC – 7:35 PM

Chuck Swirsky @ctsbulls
With one of the finest men in or out of sportscasting- legendary Kings broadcaster @ggerould pic.twitter.com/vK0L0mrzNn – 7:33 PM

Chicago Bulls @chicagobulls
Torrey Craig makes his return to the floor tonight after missing the past 22 games 🙏 pic.twitter.com/CMRRfcywuF – 7:30 PM

James Ham @James_HamNBA
It’s Prize Picks time! Lots of Demons & Goblins promos to work with tonight. Sabonis 3-pointer is a new favorite. No Keegan dunk to work with. Here is the link to join the fun, use the password KINGSBEAT: prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/KINGSBEAT Send me your picks! pic.twitter.com/5o0O9NNbgY – 7:27 PM

Jason Anderson @JandersonSacBee
Kings guard De’Aaron Fox and center Domantas Sabonis getting warmed up for tonight’s game against the Chicago Bulls. pic.twitter.com/AhedrD4LzF – 7:13 PM

Chicago Bulls @chicagobulls
Jevon Carter arriving in our @LyricaLemonade x Chicago Bulls varsity letterman jacket 🔥 pic.twitter.com/1Ie9kxH0dY – 7:11 PM

Sacramento Kings @SacramentoKings
Prior to tipoff, Sasha Vezenkov greeted local Bulgarian fans attending the game 👑🤝🇧🇬 pic.twitter.com/XxzhzIMoVj – 7:09 PM

Julia Poe @byjuliapoe
Alex Caruso on what he hopes or expects from the trade deadline as the Bulls adapt to Zach LaVine’s injury: “Out of my control. My job as an employee of this team is to show up and do my duty.” pic.twitter.com/rgM0PqiDve – 7:08 PM

Jason Anderson @JandersonSacBee
Kings forward Keegan Murray signing autographs before tonight’s game against the Chicago Bulls. pic.twitter.com/vp4H0OsxTe – 7:08 PM

Julia Poe @byjuliapoe
Alex Caruso on how the Bulls need to react with Zach LaVine out for the season: “No one’s gonna come save us.” pic.twitter.com/xKqxns09nT – 7:06 PM

Chicago Bulls @chicagobulls
#BullsNation, tell us your UC seat location or where you’re watching today’s game from for a chance to win a tin of @GarrettPopcorn 🙌 pic.twitter.com/q4AnIPbWNM – 7:00 PM

KC Johnson @KCJHoop
Updated story on Zach LaVine, including comments from Billy Donovan, some details on Bulls-Pistons talks before latest news and, if management should pivot, interest in Alex Caruso.
For ⁦@NBCSChicago⁩: nbcsportschicago.com/nba/chicago-bu… – 6:59 PM

KC Johnson @KCJHoop
Alex Caruso: It sucks for Zach. We feel for him. 4-6 months is real surgery. We know he wants to be there for the team. – 6:54 PM

Sacramento Kings @SacramentoKings
INJURY UPDATE vs. Chicago Bulls 2/3
Sasha Vezenkov (Right Ankle Sprain) – OUT – 6:50 PM

Julia Poe @byjuliapoe
Coach Billy Donovan said he spoke with Zach LaVine after shoot-around this morning.
Today’s choice to undergo surgery was made after Zach sought second opinions from a specialist in Los Angeles and from several other doctors over the phone.
“It’s definitely Zach’s decision.” pic.twitter.com/NQJsea3nG1 – 6:42 PM

James Ham @James_HamNBA
INJURY UPDATE vs. Chicago Bulls 2/3
Sasha Vezenkov (Right Ankle Sprain) – OUT – 6:38 PM

Jason Anderson @JandersonSacBee
Sacramento Kings forward Sasha Vezenkov (ankle) has been ruled out for tonight’s game against the Chicago Bulls. – 6:38 PM

Jason Anderson @JandersonSacBee
The Chicago Bulls say Coby White (left ankle soreness) and Torrey Craig (right plantar fascia sprain) are available for tonight’s game against the Sacramento Kings. – 6:31 PM

Jamal Collier @JamalCollier
Bulls coach Billy Donovan said Zach LaVine did everything he could to get himself back to playing this season, but he made the decision to have surgery to address the lingering discomfort – 6:29 PM

Darnell Mayberry @DarnellMayberry
Torrey Craig is available to play tonight after missing 22 straight games. No more than 20 minutes, according to Billy Donovan. – 6:28 PM

Julia Poe @byjuliapoe
Coby White is available tonight.
Torrey Craig will play on a 20-minute restriction.
Dalen Terry is out. – 6:28 PM

Mike McGraw @McGrawDHSports
Donovan says Torrey Craig will return tonight from foot injury, limited to 20 mins. Coby White will play, Dalen Terry hopefully back Tue. #Bulls – 6:28 PM

Joe Cowley @JCowleyHoops
Torrey Craig is back! Coby White is also available. – 6:28 PM

KC Johnson @KCJHoop
Torrey Craig will play vs. Kings, per Donovan. Coby White also will play. – 6:27 PM

Mike McGraw @McGrawDHSports
Donovan says Zach LaVine was at shootaround today, has been diligent about getting treatment and lifting weights at Advocate Center. #Bulls – 6:25 PM

Joe Cowley @JCowleyHoops
According to coach Billy Donovan, there was nothing imminent on the trade front before this Zach LaVine news. He has not met with AK about a pivot organizationally. – 6:24 PM

Darnell Mayberry @DarnellMayberry
Bulls coach Billy Donovan says Zach LaVine made the decision to have surgery on his right foot to alleviate discomfort. pic.twitter.com/z02cK4e9ry – 6:20 PM

Josh Martin @Bulls_Wire
‘So many teams’ want to trade for Bulls guard Alex Caruso bullswire.usatoday.com/2024/02/03/chi… pic.twitter.com/xaNviCoZO8 – 6:00 PM

Julia Poe @byjuliapoe
Front office mistakes and missteps aside, the way injuries have defined the Bulls over the last two years is sort of mind boggling. – 5:33 PM

James Ham @James_HamNBA
Sasha Vezenkov remains questionable for the Kings. – 5:29 PM

James Ham @James_HamNBA
Bulls injury report for tonight’s matchup with Kings:
Zach LaVine, Lonzo Ball, Patrick Williams – OUT.
Coby White, Torrey Craig -QUESTIONABLE
Dalen Terry – DOUBTFUL – 5:28 PM

Jason Anderson @JandersonSacBee
Kings vs. Bulls: Season-ending surgery for Zach LaVine; Coby White, Patrick Williams, Sasha Vezenkov injury updates; scouting reports
sacbee.com/sports/nba/sac… – 5:21 PM

Eurohoops @Eurohoopsnet
Chicago Bulls’ Zach LaVine expected to undergo season-ending surgery #NBA
eurohoops.net/en/nba-news/16… – 5:18 PM

Jeff Stotts @InStreetClothes
Re: Zach LaVine: He’s previously mentioned the area of concern involved his 5th metatarsal. Surgery to issues in this bone are relatively common in the NBA. Multiple players, including Kevin Durant, Zion Williamson, & Aaron Gordon have missed time with 5th metatarsal injuries. – 5:15 PM

Joe Cowley @JCowleyHoops
The Zach LaVine season is over, as the guard has opted to have season-ending right foot surgery. Check back for updates with coach Billy Donovan talking soon.
Read it:
chicago.suntimes.com/bulls/2024/2/3… – 5:12 PM

Chuck Swirsky @ctsbulls
Word from the Bulls….Zach LaVine will undergo right foot surgery as the next step in his recovery process. Surgery is anticipated the week of February 5.
LaVine will be out 4-6 months. Updates will be provided as necessary – 5:11 PM

Jamal Collier @JamalCollier
Zach LaVine will have season-ending surgery on his right foot. Recovery time will be 4-to-6 months, the Bulls say – 5:07 PM

Michael Scotto @MikeAScotto
Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine will undergo season-ending surgery on his right foot, team says. LaVine will be out 4-6 months. After seeking additional medical opinions, the decision was made in consultation with the team’s medical staff and Klutch Sports Group. – 5:05 PM

Mark Medina @MarkG_Medina
Chicago Bulls announce Zach LaVine will have season-ending surgery on his right foot. Bulls project he will be out 4-6 months. Bulls added LaVine and Klutch Sports Group opted for surgery after consulting with Bulls training and medical staff as well as additional medical… – 5:03 PM

Julia Poe @byjuliapoe
Zach LaVine will undergo surgery for his right foot, per Bulls PR.
He will be out 4-6 months. – 5:02 PM

Chicago Bulls @chicagobulls
Injury Update: Zach LaVine will undergo surgery on right foot as the next step in his recovery process.
LaVine will be out 4-6 months.
nba.com/bulls/news/zac… pic.twitter.com/wNpsZxkm0j – 5:01 PM

Shams Charania @ShamsCharania
Bulls say Zach LaVine, in consultation with team and Klutch Sports Group, has elected to undergo season-ending surgery on his right foot. – 5:01 PM

KC Johnson @KCJHoop
Zach LaVine to undergo season-ending foot surgery.
News story for @NBCSChicago: nbcsportschicago.com/nba/chicago-bu… – 5:01 PM

Josh Martin @Bulls_Wire
The Chicago Bulls are ready to make moves at the NBA’s 2024 trade deadline bullswire.usatoday.com/2024/02/03/bul… pic.twitter.com/DIHAX8wh97 – 5:00 PM

James Ham @James_HamNBA
How will Kings general manager Monte McNair approach NBA trade deadline?
kings-beat.beehiiv.com/p/will-kings-g… pic.twitter.com/J8bsatnK5U – 4:53 PM

Josh Martin @Bulls_Wire
Chicago Bulls hold steady in latest Bleacher Report power rankings bullswire.usatoday.com/2024/02/03/bul… pic.twitter.com/FOVaK1rB9U – 4:35 PM

Josh Martin @Bulls_Wire
Rookie Julian Phillips praised after Bulls win over Trail Blazers bullswire.usatoday.com/2024/02/01/roo… pic.twitter.com/zRdtXuy56k – 4:00 PM

Chuck Swirsky @ctsbulls
Bulls- Kings tonight ⁦@670TheScore⁩ ⁦@chicagobulls⁩ pic.twitter.com/dTMUrmH3Rt – 3:02 PM

Jason Anderson @JandersonSacBee
The Sacramento Kings are listing Sasha Vezenkov (ankle) as questionable again for tonight’s game against the Chicago Bulls. – 2:33 PM

Dave Mason @DeuceMason
Heads up!
🏀4:30pm-Back on Kings pre/postgame with @momoragan for Kings-Bulls
🏀Driving back to Sacramento after the game
🏀LIVE for Night Chat around 10pm PT pic.twitter.com/or73fW9G2Q – 2:33 PM

Sacramento Kings @SacramentoKings
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