Going into their game against the Orlando Magic, the Chicago Bulls are very likely to have a very thin roster.

The Warriors' injury report suggests that Stephen Curry is still out of the rotation for tonight’s game against the Chicago Bulls.

The panic button is on the desk. And the Chicago Bulls need to stare at that bright red button long and hard until they figure out how to get back above .500.

Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan took the opportunity to take an honest look at his roster after the team's latest loss.

Last week, Donovan admitted he’d almost be forced to peek at a double-big lineup once his center rotation returns to shape. Pitting 6-foot-4 wing Isaac Okoro, out Monday with a back injury, on bigger wings and forwards is hardly innovation; it’s a necessity. Desperation.

This most recent dip back to .500 was defined by losses on the injury report. The Bulls are currently juggling a second-string offense as Vučević (knee), Kevin Huerter (pelvis), Dalen Terry (calf) and Isaac Okoro (back) attempt to expedite their returns.

A report claims Giannis Antetokounmpo contacted the Bulls about a move, but Chicago declined as questions grow in Milwaukee.

Ravaged by injuries and unable to beat the East's most lowly teams, Chicago is right back in the hopeless place of years past.

That, in itself, doesn't necessarily need to be damning. Growth isn't linear, and developing identities is usually a bumpy process. The 2022 Celtics were below .500 in mid-January before reaching the Finals.

Jordan demanded Pippen be traded for more scoring, but sticking with Pippen led the Bulls to their first championship the following year.