Column: Bulls fever is spreading in Chicago thanks to DeMar DeRozan’s heroics, but there’s still plenty of time for it to peak before the playoffs

Donovan acknowledged the recent losses of defensive stalwart Alex Caruso, out with a foot sprain, and Ball, who returned Monday from health and safety protocols. But he added the Bulls need to play better collectively on defense, which was their calling card before Caruso’s injury. The Bulls have taken a conservative approach with Caruso’s return, though he seems ready to go.