Bulls struggle as turnovers hamper fast pace under new strategy

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 5:31 PM

Last updated Nov 4, 2026

Bulls struggle as turnovers hamper fast pace under new strategy
Summary

The Chicago Bulls currently lead the NBA in pace with 105.6 but face challenges, losing five straight games, including a recent 126-107 defeat to the Philadelphia 76ers. Despite averaging 112.6 points, high turnover rates averaging 17.3 per game have allowed opponents to score 23.6 points off turnovers, the second-most in the league. Rookie Caleb Wilson scored 24 points but could not prevent another loss. The Bulls are set to face the New York Knicks, a matchup highlighted by the need for improved ball security.

Source Links
By the Numbers
  • •Bulls rank first in pace but second in turnover points allowed.
  • •Team averages 112.6 points while allowing 23.6 points off turnovers.
  • •Rookie Caleb Wilson scored 24 points in loss to 76ers.
  • •Chicago has lost five consecutive games this season.
  • •Next game against the New York Knicks is upcoming.
Latest Updates
  • 5:31 PMYahoo Sports — Bulls Pace Stat Shows Why Chicago’s Fast Start Is A Trap
What they're saying
"

The Bulls lead the NBA in pace but rank second in turnover points allowed. Speed without control is costing Chicago wins.

Related Teams & Leagues

Sources

External links

Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.

Related Stories

Last 14 days