Chicago Bulls: 7 takeaways from loss to Minnesota Timberwolves

The Chicago Bulls lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night, 116-106. Here are seven takeaways from the game:

1. The Bulls' offense struggled - Again

The Bulls shot just 41.3% from the field and 26.7% from three-point range. They also had 15 turnovers.

The Bulls have now scored less than 100 points in three of their last four games. They are averaging just 98.8 points per game this season, which is 29th in the NBA.

2. DeMar DeRozan had a rough night

DeRozan, who is averaging 26.1 points per game this season, scored just 18 points on 6-of-19 shooting against the Timberwolves.

DeRozan has now scored less than 20 points in two of his last three games. He is shooting just 38.7% from the field during that span.

3. Zach LaVine was the lone bright spot

LaVine scored 30 points on 11-of-21 shooting against the Timberwolves. He also had 7 rebounds and 6 assists.

LaVine is averaging 24.4 points per game this season, which is second on the team behind DeRozan.

4. The Bulls' defense was not good enough

The Timberwolves shot 48.8% from the field and 38.5% from three-point range. They also had 18 assists.

The Bulls have allowed opponents to score at least 100 points in each of their last four games. They are allowing an average of 112.5 points per game this season, which is 23rd in the NBA.

5. The Bulls are now 9-13 this season

The Bulls have lost three of their last four games. They are now 9-13 this season, which is 11th in the Eastern Conference.

The Bulls are still in the playoff race, but they need to start playing better soon.

6. The Bulls have a tough schedule ahead

The Bulls have a tough schedule ahead, with games against the Denver Nuggets, Los Angeles Clippers, and Milwaukee Bucks coming up.

The Bulls will need to play their best basketball if they want to win these games.

7. The Bulls need to make some changes

The Bulls need to make some changes if they want to be a playoff contender.

They need to improve their offense, defense, and rebounding. They also need to find a way to get more consistent.