Mokoka played 19 minutes off the bench in Monday's 109-107 win over the Mavericks, finishing with four points (2-5 FG, 0-3 3Pt) and one steal.

EDGE Analysis

Mokoka's numbers weren't anything special, but coach Jim Boylen gushed about him after the game to Darnell Mayberry of The Athletic, praising the rookie for his late-game defense on All-Star Luka Doncic. With at least 15 minutes in each of the Bulls' last five games, Mokoka looks to be locked into a rotation role at this time, but his playing time could drop off as the Bulls get healthier. Otto Porter (foot) returned from a long layoff Monday and Lauri Markkanen (pelvis) could be back Wednesday against the Timberwolves, though Zach LaVine (quadriceps) and Chandler Hutchison (shoulder) both look at least a week away from playing, while Kris Dunn (knee) has been ruled out for the season.