The Chicago Bulls dispatched the Orlando Magic on Friday night in what was, in most respects, a mundane affair. The Bulls raced out to a double-digit lead in the second quarter and never looked back as they won handily, 123-88.

But the trip to Orlando was a homecoming for longtime Magic star Nikola Vucevic, who starred as their best player for eight plus seasons before being traded for a package which included a big man swap for Wendell Carter Jr.

Carter was the lone bright spot for the Magic against the Bulls, posting 26 points, 10 rebounds, and two blocks while shooting 8-for-15 from the field. He also earned the respect and praise from Vooch after the game.

Via K.C. Johnson:

Nikola Vucevic sought out Wendell Carter Jr. postgame. Said he offered words of encouragement and praised him for working hard on his game: “I always liked his game even before when he was with the Bulls. I think he has a special future.”

Carter Jr. is in his first full season with the Magic after his three in Chicago. He's had modest career-high jumps of 12.3 points, 9.4 rebounds, and 2.4 assists. His best improvement has been his outside stroke, as he's shooting a stellar 40.3% on 3.8 attempts per game – both career bests by a wide margin.