When the ping-pong balls came up all things Chicago Bulls on that fateful night in 2008, the next month was filled with pundits prognosticating on the proper thing to do. When John Paxson made his decision, many lauded the choice. We knew Derrick Rose was going to be good. We knew he would be a solid addition to a team looking for an identity. However, no one can … [Read more...] about Bulls vs. Pacers: Game 3 Preview is as obvious as it should be
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For Chicago Bulls, what a Difference a Thibodeau Makes
People like Chicago Bulls Coach Tom Thibodeau are a rare breed. Have you ever met anyone who literally made their trade their ENTIRE life? Without exaggeration, their life is actually 100% all vocation; and they choose to have zero personal life. Thibodeau is one of the people. Basketball is his work/life, he has no distractions of a family, dating etc. (Consumer advocate … [Read more...] about For Chicago Bulls, what a Difference a Thibodeau Makes
Can Indiana Pacers Rebound from Crushing Loss in Game 1?
The Indiana Pacers were right there. The No. 8 seed in the Eastern Conference, the team nobody believed could hang with the first-seeded Chicago Bulls in this first-round NBA playoff series, did just that Saturday at United Center. The Pacers just couldn't finish the deal, falling 104-99 after allowing the Bulls to go on a 16-1 run in the final 3:38. By Drew Allen … [Read more...] about Can Indiana Pacers Rebound from Crushing Loss in Game 1?
Bulls Show up Late; But Finally Clip Pacers in the End
Indiana Pacers Playoff Primer: Round 1 vs. Chicago Bulls
The time has come. The moment for which the Indiana Pacers and their fan base have been waiting five years arrives today at 1 p.m. with Game 1 of the team's first-round playoff series against the Chicago Bulls, the Eastern Conference's top seed, at United Center. While just making the playoffs, particularly with a season record of 37-45, is a fine accomplishment in … [Read more...] about Indiana Pacers Playoff Primer: Round 1 vs. Chicago Bulls
What are Ex-Bulls John Salmons and James Johnson up to?
The Chicago Bulls finished with the best record in the NBA this past season; a product of their coaching upgrade from Vinny Del Negro to Tom Thibodeau; as well as the major roster overhaul they made over the course of the past year and a half. But as they've succeeded so have ex-Bulls John Salmons and James Johnson. We'll begin with Johnson. By Paul M. Banks … [Read more...] about What are Ex-Bulls John Salmons and James Johnson up to?
NBA Eastern Conference Playoff Preview
Well, it appeared the Boston Celtics threw in the white towel last night and gave the Big 4 the night off. The subs then promptly lost in overtime to the lowly Washington Wizards. With that loss, and Miami's win over the Atlanta Hawks, the playoffs are now set in the Eastern Conference. This year's playoffs are going to very hyped up and rightfully so. There are four or five … [Read more...] about NBA Eastern Conference Playoff Preview
Derrick Rose MVP? ESPN Expert Panel Overwhelmingly Approves
All the "Rose should be MVP" columns have been writtten. As have all the "Rose isn't the MVP" backlash columns. That discussion is pretty much over, as the time for that award announcement draws near. The Mothership, the Evil Empire if you will, is overwhelmingly in support of the Chicago Bulls Derrick Rose as the NBA MVP award recipient. Check out the ESPN basketball panel … [Read more...] about Derrick Rose MVP? ESPN Expert Panel Overwhelmingly Approves
Derrick Rose inspires Pride, Awe in Former Memphis Tigers Teammates
Derrick Rose has become a force of nature this year. The man-crush of all Bulls and greater Chicago sports fans alike, he's a runaway front-runner to win the NBA MVP award. His breakout season has of course inspired pride and awe in the Memphis Tigers college basketball community; and among those who have moved on to the NBA, including Joey Dorsey of the Toronto Raptors, and … [Read more...] about Derrick Rose inspires Pride, Awe in Former Memphis Tigers Teammates
Welcome Back to the NBA Playoffs, Indiana Pacers
Fans in Area 55 weren't going to be left out in the cold. The rowdiest spectators in Conseco Fieldhouse remained in the Roy Hibbert-sponsored section well after the final buzzer of the Indiana Pacers' 136-112 rout of the Washington Wizards to watch the final minutes of the Orlando Magic's overtime victory against the Charlotte Bobcats on the arena's jumbo screen. And sure … [Read more...] about Welcome Back to the NBA Playoffs, Indiana Pacers