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Bulls coach Billy Donovan is eager to win with a healthy roster

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Bulls coach Billy Donovan is eager to win with a healthy roster

Billy Donovan is looking forward to a healthy roster for the upcoming season. Chicago Bulls are 19th-best odds to win the championship in 2023 according to some sportsbooks. Atlanta Hawks and Miami Heat have better playoff chances. Patrick Williams missed 65 games last season due to wrist injury.

Billy Donovan is working around injuries to his team. Lonzo Ball hasn't played since Jan. 14. Coby White missed Wednesday's game versus the New Orleans Pelicans. Donovan's record as the Bulls coach is 83-84 in the regular season and 1-4 in postseason. He is optimistic on Ball's knee recovery. The timetable for his return remains unknown. It is imperative for coaches to overcome adversity. In the NBA, it is essential for them to focus on what they can control.

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