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Toni Kukoc's Playoff Magic in '98 | Chicago Bulls News
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- Jul 19, 2026
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Toni Kukoc, the Croatian Sensation, delivered a legendary third-quarter explosion with 14 of his 21 points in the 1998 Eastern Conference Finals, helping the Bulls claw back against the Pacers. Despite facing criticism for being “soft” — a common stereotype for European players — Kukoc embraced the truth, acknowledging he was often asked to play positions outside his natural fit. A Sixth Man of the Year winner, his playoff stats dipped in some years, but ’98 was different: he was the Bulls’ third-leading scorer, shooting efficiently from the field and beyond the arc. His speed and ability to stretch the floor with three three-pointers in that pivotal quarter showcased his unique value. Today, his versatile game — handling, creating, scoring from anywhere — would be in high demand, making him a true ahead-of-his-time talent. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2d378832965e73f6