For a a number of punters, Coby White is in the race for the title of best progression of the year. Logical when we observe the evolution of the statistical curve of the leader of the Bulls, from one year to the next. And even from one month to the next this season.
He started his exercise in the standards of last season, with just under 10 points on average, before gaining momentum in November (15 points). Then completely exploded the following month, taking advantage of the absence of Zach LaVine to regain responsibilities in attack.
22 points on average for a month!
As a result, over the last 17 games, missed by the local outfielder, the leader averaged 22 points (45.5% on shots including 40% at 3-points), nearly 6 rebounds and 6 assists in 38 minutes of play. which mechanically implies that opposing defenses must adapt to this new situation.
“ These are not even (defenses) who assail him are totally different duels. He faces different duels from one match to another because of the way he plays. This is the maturity process he must follow. But it's also because in the absence of Vooch (Nikola Vučević) and Zach, (the opponents) are going to send him some of their best defenders. I think that's a testament to what he did and how he played “, notes Billy Donovan.
What about LaVine’s return?
The return of the starting fullback, which could take place next night, is likely to recompose things. Even if the Bulls coach obviously expects a natural re-integration. “ I think he's always had that mentality, to do whatever he can do to help the team. […] I think I've said it before, I don't think there's any need for him to change his game “, he declared earlier in the week when talking about LaVine.
While waiting to know the effects, favorable or not, of this return, Coby White is already delighted to have been treated in this way in recent weeks. “ Who wouldn't want to take on this challenge? For me, this is what you dream of: being the focal point of the 'scouting report'. I think it's cool. It's a sign of respect. I can't wait to see what awaits me “, displays the 23-year-old player.
What awaits him are more video sessions analyzing the defenders he is likely to have on his back. “ Some are physical, others are more skillful. For me, it extends to both ends of the court, because now I'm the man for the job and I have to find ways to deal with it. Like I said, I take it as a sign of respect. »
It will be recalled that Chicago has a record of 10 wins and 7 losses over the period in question.
| Coby White | Percentage | Rebounds | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | Team | MJ | Min | Shots | 3pts | L.F. | Off | Def | Early | Pd | Party | Int | Bp | Ct | Pts |
| 2019-20 | CHI | 65 | 26 | 39.4 | 35.4 | 79.1 | 0.4 | 3.1 | 3.5 | 2.7 | 1.8 | 0.8 | 1.7 | 0.1 | 13.2 |
| 2020-21 | CHI | 69 | 31 | 41.6 | 35.9 | 90.1 | 0.4 | 3.7 | 4.1 | 4.8 | 2.6 | 0.6 | 2.3 | 0.2 | 15.1 |
| 2021-22 | CHI | 61 | 28 | 43.3 | 38.5 | 85.7 | 0.3 | 2.7 | 3.0 | 2.9 | 2.3 | 0.5 | 1.2 | 0.2 | 12.7 |
| 2022-23 | CHI | 74 | 23 | 44.3 | 37.2 | 87.1 | 0.2 | 2.7 | 2.9 | 2.8 | 1.7 | 0.7 | 1.0 | 0.1 | 9.7 |
| 2023-24 | CHI | 36 | 35 | 44.0 | 39.3 | 82.5 | 0.4 | 3.8 | 4.3 | 4.8 | 2.5 | 0.7 | 2.0 | 0.3 | 17.8 |
| Total | 305 | 28 | 42.2 | 37.1 | 84.9 | 0.3 | 3.1 | 3.5 | 3.5 | 2.1 | 0.6 | 1.6 | 0.2 | 13.2 | |
How to read the stats? MJ = matches played; Min = Minutes; Shots = Successful shots / Attempted shots; 3pts = 3-points / 3-points attempted; LF = free throws made / free throws attempted; Off = offensive rebound; Def=defensive rebound; Tot = Total rebounds; Pd = assists; Fte: Personal fouls; Int = Intercepts; Bp = Lost balls; Ct: Against; Pts = Points.
