(Update: Jimmy Butler beautifully handles question about whether the Bulls are "his team" or "Derrick Rose's team") (Update: rumors of a Jimmy Butler vs Derrick Rose feud, and other conspiracy theories floating around) (Update: Joakim Noah benched; could signal the beginning of the end of his Chicago career) Chicago Bulls fans don't need to worry too much about the sexual … [Read more...] about Derrick Rose lost hearts and minds with bizarre free agency remarks
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Chicago Bulls unveil new court (artist rendering)
With training camps opening in five days, a new NBA season is upon us. The Chicago Bulls will begin 2015-16 with a brand new home court design. The new home floor will debut October 6th in the preseason opener against the Milwaukee Bucks. You can see the center ring from the current design above. You'll see in the new design that the image of a basketball is now gone. … [Read more...] about Chicago Bulls unveil new court (artist rendering)
Sacramento Kings stadium swindle, Seattle drama featured in new 30 for 30
The Sacramento Kings new arena will cost $477 million, with $255 million of that being funded by the City of Sacramento. The rest of the arena ($222 million) would be funded by the Sacramento Kings. Before getting that new arena, the Kings threatened to move to Seattle. Their new half a billion dollar arena broke ground about a year ago and it's expected to open about a year … [Read more...] about Sacramento Kings stadium swindle, Seattle drama featured in new 30 for 30
2015-16 Chicago Bulls Schedule Released; dates to circle
The Chicago Bulls will tip off their 50th season on Tuesday, Oct. 27 at the United Center versus Lebron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers. The game will be televised nationally on TNT, and tips at 7 local time. Turner Sports announced that this season will feature 10 appearances by the NBA Champion Golden State Warriors, Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Clippers, nine appearances … [Read more...] about 2015-16 Chicago Bulls Schedule Released; dates to circle
Charlotte Hornets season preview with NASCAR driver Ty Dillon (exclusive podcast)
NASCAR Driver Ty Dillon loves watching and following other sports in his spare time. Ty is a big fan of the Carolina Panthers, and we previewed the Panthers season in a podcast here at this link. Ty Dillon also talked some Charlotte Hornets basketball with us. He's a huge fan, and his wife, Haley Carey, now Haley Dillon, is a Hornets Honey Bee (member of the dance … [Read more...] about Charlotte Hornets season preview with NASCAR driver Ty Dillon (exclusive podcast)
Deron Williams fills Mavericks need; sets Brooklyn further adrift
With Deron Williams leaving the Brooklyn Nets for the Dallas Mavericks, prepare to be inundated with a tidal wave of predictable "homecoming" themed stories. This shopworn narrative will never die, and like the tattoos on D. Will's arms read "Texas made DMW." In the grand scheme of things though, this transaction actually leaves both clubs stuck in NBA purgatory. Mark Cuban … [Read more...] about Deron Williams fills Mavericks need; sets Brooklyn further adrift
Rayvonte Rice officially on Chicago Bulls summer roster
From the start of the college basketball season in November 2013 until mid January of 2014, Rayvonte Rice was the leading scorer in the Big Ten last season. However, the season went rapidly downhill for both him and his Illinois Fighting Illini in their visit to Northwestern. An adductor strain slowed Rice down and his production during the back half of that season never … [Read more...] about Rayvonte Rice officially on Chicago Bulls summer roster
Marc Gasol nearing 5 yr, $100m extension with Grizzlies
Marc Gasol is an unrestricted free agent and the best player available at his position this summer signing period. The Memphis Grizzlies big man hasn’t negotiated with any other NBA team, but his future still remains in doubt a little bit. Reportedly, he's getting close to signing a new contract with the Grizzlies worth over $100 million for five years. At least the two sides … [Read more...] about Marc Gasol nearing 5 yr, $100m extension with Grizzlies
L.A. Lakers have two big offseason issues to resolve
It's extremely rare for the L.A. Lakers to be this down for this long. Rough times in Lakerland means a vast overhaul is required this summer. A massive sea change is needed to make the team competitive again. … [Read more...] about L.A. Lakers have two big offseason issues to resolve
Jimmy Butler locked up, Chicago Bulls have two more needs to fill
With the top priority of the summer taken care of (Jimmy Butler re-signed), the Chicago Bulls front office can now move on to their next two main issues. … [Read more...] about Jimmy Butler locked up, Chicago Bulls have two more needs to fill