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“Ayo right now is going to be the guy back there for us,” coach Billy Donovan said. “He’s done a really good job this training camp and preseason.”

Not only is the former North Carolina product up for an extension on his rookie contract, but has also been swirling around in trade rumors since last season. The Bulls front office has to start making decision.

Coach Billy Donovan went to the lab for a new look in the second preseason game, benching former No. 4 overall Patrick Williams in favor of Javonte Green. It worked, as the Bulls man-handled the Denver Nuggets at the United Center of Friday.

CHICAGO — The Chicago Bulls entered this season focused on playing fast and fluid. But their first preseason game Tuesday signaled a disconnect between this game plan and the team’s offensive reality without starting point guard Lonzo Ball.

There were some shaky moments for the Bulls in the preseason opener Tuesday, especially defensively. But one question — who will be the starter for an injured Lonzo Ball? — was answered in the loss, at least for now. It’s Dosunmu.

The second-year guard is impressing his new backcourt mate.

Selected 18th overall in the first round of the June draft, Terry’s biggest strength throughout training camp was his willingness to do whatever was asked of him. The rookie said he would continue that mentality when the games start to count in a few weeks, as he tries to find…

According to third-year forward Patrick Williams, coach Billy Donovan wants to take advantage of the versatility of his players, which means a lot of ‘‘position-less’’ looks for opponents.

CHICAGO — Ayo Dosunmu’s rapid ascension to the starting point guard position came as a surprise in his rookie season.

Dosunmu has added some weight and worked on his quickness, hoping to continue making an impact for his hometown team. Will that be enough to land him a starting job while Lonzo Ball heals up? Let the preseason games begin.