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
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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?
Rev. Jesse Jackson says he would help Donald Sterling sell the team
Rev. Jesse Jackson joined Bloomberg Television's Erik Schatzker and Stephanie Ruhle following NBA Commissioner Adam Silver's press conference. The Rev. Jesse Jackson said: "There's nothing more that needs to be done. I'm sure he has polled the owners… No owner will stand against this recommendation and vote for Sterling. If they did not do it, you would have mutiny by the … [Read more...] about Rev. Jesse Jackson says he would help Donald Sterling sell the team
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?
What are the chances Doc Rivers returns to the L.A. Clippers?
You might have heard a thing or two about the L.A. Clippers lately. Donald Sterling's bigotry is unprecedented, and it will be interesting to be what Adam Silver intends to do about it moving forward. It begins today when Silver addresses the media. What about Doc Rivers? What about the team? The Houston Rockets owner proposed to that the Commissioner make the entire Clippers … [Read more...] about What are the chances Doc Rivers returns to the L.A. Clippers?
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
Magic Johnson on boycotting L.A. Clippers, Donald Sterling controversy
Former ESPN NBA analyst Magic Johnson made a special appearance today on ABC’s NBA Countdown to address the racist remarks of Los Angeles Clippers Owner Donald Sterling. Johnson joined host Sage Steele and analysts Bill Simmons, Jalen Rose and Doug Collins. Magic Johnson, L.A. Lakers and Michigan State Spartans legend on his initial reaction: … [Read more...] about Magic Johnson on boycotting L.A. Clippers, Donald Sterling controversy
NBA investigating Clippers Owner Donald Sterling over racist remarks
L.A. Clippers Owner Donald Sterling has been much maligned for some time. He's regarded to be one of the worst guys in the NBA. And the Donald Sterling news breaking this morning only further destroys his reputation. Donald Sterling does not want it broadcast that she is "associating with black people," including Magic Johnson. If a player can get fined and suspended for … [Read more...] about NBA investigating Clippers Owner Donald Sterling over racist remarks