Hornets, Bulls come off four-day break seeking a turnaround

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The Chicago Bulls conclude a three-game homestand on Friday when they host Eastern Conference counterpart Charlotte Hornets, with both returning to action after lengthy breaks.

Both Charlotte and Chicago last played on Sunday, going on hiatus the following four days due to their eliminations fromthe NBA Cup. The Hornets finished 0-4 in East Group A, and the Bulls went 2-2 in Group