Nikola Mirotic and his Real Madrid teammates were upset by Maccabi Electra Tel Aviv 98-86 Sunday in what was the first overtime championship game in Euroleague Final Four history. Was it his last Euroleague game in a Real Madrid uniform? … [Read more...] about Has Nikola Mirotic played his last Euroleage game for Real Madrid?
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Should the Bulls go after Mike D’Antoni?
There have been many comments over the last few days in the media and among Chicago Bulls fans on the internet about the future of head coach Tom Thibodeau, especially now that Mike D'Antoni has resigned as head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers. Thibs has been an amazing coach during the regular season- after being named NBA Coach of the Year in his first season at the Bulls' … [Read more...] about Should the Bulls go after Mike D’Antoni?
Chicago Bulls off-season preview: Melo, Booze and more
The "silly season" is here, Chicago Bulls fans. This is actually the more interesting season for Chicago Bulls fans. Craig Williams, formerly of 95.7 The Fan, South Bend, is here with me to break it down for you. Williams agrees with me that this Chicago Bulls team was better off getting into the lottery than into the playoffs. Yet they won 48 games and finished just shy of … [Read more...] about Chicago Bulls off-season preview: Melo, Booze and more
What exactly was Tom Thibodeau thinking this playoff series?
Chicago Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau has accomplished quite a bit in his first four years as an NBA head coach. He's been very successful. But watching his team lose in the first round of the playoffs this season, one has to wonder if maybe he actually wants out? The Bulls were picked by almost everyone to win this series, but they went out in five games. Thibodeau's refusal to … [Read more...] about What exactly was Tom Thibodeau thinking this playoff series?
Chicago Bulls Twitterverse bids Carlos Boozer farewell in LOL fashion
For the end of the Carlos Boozer era in Chicago I was....When I saw the final score was Wizards 75, Bulls 69, I realized that I missed absolutely nothing. I've seen seen the Illini score less than 19 points in a half TWICE this winter, so I'm fresh out of patience for watching basketball teams in the state of Illinois that can't score a lick. That said, let's give a big … [Read more...] about Chicago Bulls Twitterverse bids Carlos Boozer farewell in LOL fashion
Bulls vs Wizards Game 5: Will Taj Gibson finally start?
The Chicago Bulls' season is on the line tonight as they host the Washington Wizards in Game 5 of their Eastern Conference quarterfinal series. But you can't blame Taj Gibson. The Bulls trail 3-1 in the series and will need to become the ninth team in NBA postseason history to recover from such a deficit if they want their season to continue. … [Read more...] about Bulls vs Wizards Game 5: Will Taj Gibson finally start?
UPDATED: Complete 2014 NBA Draft Early Entries List
The deadline has passed for college basketball players to declare for the 2014 NBA Draft. Here is the up-to-date list of the 2014 NBA Draft early entries. Click here for The Sports Bank's 2014 NBA Draft. Click on the player's name for an in-depth scouting report. UPDATED: 4/28/14 … [Read more...] about UPDATED: Complete 2014 NBA Draft Early Entries List
Michael Jordan, President Obama Condemn Donald Sterling’s remarks
Michael Jordan, a five-time NBA MVP, six-time World Champion with the Chicago Bulls is widely regarded to be the greatest player of all time. He's the current owner of the Charlotte Bobcats, who have had some issues. Michael Jordan almost never speaks out on public issues. His infamous "Republicans buy shoes too" quote of many years ago perfectly encapsulates his usual … [Read more...] about Michael Jordan, President Obama Condemn Donald Sterling’s remarks
Derrick Rose still state’s most popular athlete; despite issues (STUDY)
This NBA playoffs there is zero conversation surrounding Derrick Rose. Quite the contrast from last year at this time, when Derrick Rose was the most polarizing figure in the city of Chicago and probably the state of Illinois. The absolutely disastrous manner in which Derrick Rose and his handlers managed his rehabilitation and return made him public enemy #1. But like Ayn … [Read more...] about Derrick Rose still state’s most popular athlete; despite issues (STUDY)
Bulls Joakim Noah on his NBA Defensive Player of the Year Award
The Chicago Bulls made a major announcement today at 4 p.m. The last time the Bulls made an announcement like this, at the very same North Suburban resort, Derrick Rose took home the 2011 NBA MVP trophy. This time it was Joakim Noah winning the NBA Defensive Player of the Year award. Noah's parents, former tennis legend and French pop music star Yannick Noah and former Swedish … [Read more...] about Bulls Joakim Noah on his NBA Defensive Player of the Year Award