Bye-bye Luol Deng. We'll miss you in Chicago. Around 12:20 AM CST on January 7th, the Chicago Bulls announced that they sent the contract of Luol Deng to the Cleveland Cavaliers for multiple draft picks and the contract of Andrew Bynum. "We have great respect for Luol Deng, as a player and a person. He has been an incredible contributor to our team on the court, and he … [Read more...] about Bulls trade Luol Deng to Cleveland for draft picks, Bynum
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Are The Golden State Warriors A Favorite To Win The Title In The West?
The Golden State Warriors started the 2013-2014 season rather slow. After going 14-13 until mid-December, the Dubs have won their last eight game and they have set route for even greater things to come. The truth is that prior to the start of the season, the Warriors were considered as one of the most powerful teams in the West. However, their beginning wasn't as good as all … [Read more...] about Are The Golden State Warriors A Favorite To Win The Title In The West?
Chicago Bulls defense still living up to lofty standards
Under Tom Thibodeau, the Chicago Bulls play tough, hard-nosed defense. It's what they do. Just like under Scott Skiles. As for the Vinny Del Negro years in between, well not so much. Anyway, this Chicago Bulls team, despite their awful 13-18 record, is still pretty exceptional on D. They're second in the league in points per game allowed. Team defense is not the main issue to … [Read more...] about Chicago Bulls defense still living up to lofty standards
GRAPHIC: LA Lakers celebrity fans seating charts
An LA Lakers celebrity fans seating chart? Are you joking? No. Absolutely not. If I was joking I would have said "Q: Why does Snoop Dogg take an umbrella? A: Fo Drizzle!" Jack Nicholson is the most famous of LA Lakers celebrity fans, but there's a whole lot more in the lower bowl than just him. Here's a LA Lakers celebrity fans seating chart from The Hollywood Reporter, a … [Read more...] about GRAPHIC: LA Lakers celebrity fans seating charts
VIDEO: Derrick Rose stars in NBA Christmas promotion
Derrick Rose will star in the NBA new Christmas ad campaign. You can see that NBA Christmas campaign with Derrick Rose after the jump. … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Derrick Rose stars in NBA Christmas promotion
PHOTOS: Thunder star Russell Westbrook granting Christmas wishes
NBA star Russell Westbrook teamed up for a second consecutive year with Citizens Caring for Children to host a Christmas party for Oklahoma City children living in foster care. Citizens Caring for Children is an Oklahoma City-based nonprofit organization that provides clothing, shoes, books, school supplies, mentors and other necessities to children who have been victims of … [Read more...] about PHOTOS: Thunder star Russell Westbrook granting Christmas wishes
PHOTOS: Derrick Rose and Chicago Bulls BIG LOGO Christmas uniforms
Derrick Rose in a sleeved jersey? With a BIG ALL CAPS LOGO? Yes, Merry Christmas. I always say that "new uniforms are not news stories." But this is a blog post here; it's not a news article. Following of the success of the NBA “BIG Color” holiday campaign in 2012, the league announced today the continuation of the BIG holiday tradition by unveiling an all-new “BIG Logo” … [Read more...] about PHOTOS: Derrick Rose and Chicago Bulls BIG LOGO Christmas uniforms
VIDEO: Advance Preview of Blake Griffin ad premiering on Christmas Day
Blake Griffin has a nice, classy and inspiring spot for Red Bull premiering tomorrow. It's shot in black and white and presents the scenic Los Angeles backgrounds of palm trees and skyscrapers. After the jump, I'm sharing an advance of the new 'World of Red Bull' TV spot (their publicity people hooked me up) featuring Blake Griffin that will break on NBA Christmas Day, … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Advance Preview of Blake Griffin ad premiering on Christmas Day
Bobcats Owner Michael Jordan unveils Charlotte Hornets logo
Charlotte Bobcats owner Michael Jordan announced last spring that his team would be once again known as the “Hornets.” The nickname served the city's NBA franchise from 1988 until 2002, when former owner George Shinn moved the team to New Orleans. Shortly before Michael Jordan announced the switch to the Hornets, the NOLA team became the Pelicans. The Hornets name comes from … [Read more...] about Bobcats Owner Michael Jordan unveils Charlotte Hornets logo
Detailing the pathetic suckitude of the NBA Eastern Conference
When you look at the NBA 's Eastern Conference, well first it hurts your eyes, then when you look at it again it hurts your everything. Seriously, look at the NBA playoff race in the East. It's laughably bad. It's high in unintentional comedy. Before the Atlanta Hawks won their last game, they were 12-12, and the #3 seed. Yes, a friggin #3 seed was only .500!!! Your #4 seed … [Read more...] about Detailing the pathetic suckitude of the NBA Eastern Conference