McDermott scored 15 points (5-10 FG, 2-4 3PT) across 36 minutes while recording four rebounds and two assists in a preseason loss to the Nuggets on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

The 36 minutes sticks out like a sore thumb and it's clear their pushing the sophomore to get some experience under his belt. It's unclear what McDermott's role will be this season, but this minutes boost is encouraging for his prospects going forward. In any case it will be tough for him to crack a major role with the depth the Bulls have across the board.