Overview

• After acquiring him for Lonzo Ball in July, the Bulls are highlighting Okoro’s defense as camp opens.
• VP Arturas Karnisovas says the move targeted toughness to cultivate a more physical identity on that end.
• Coach Billy Donovan expects Okoro’s habits to be an example for others but says improvement must be collective.
• Chicago ranked near the bottom last season in charges drawn, deflections, loose-ball recoveries and paint points allowed.
• Okoro is a leading candidate at the 3, though no starter is named, and Chicago’s preseason opens Tuesday in Cleveland.