Even though most members of the media have chalked the Chicago Bulls Derrick Rose up as the MVP of the NBA this season Dwight Howard’s head coach and teammates beg to differ. And, if you’re going to be open to having a discussion on the topic, it’s not hard to see their argument. Howard currently ranks in the top 10 in rebounding, blocked shots and field goal percentage. … [Read more...] about Magic’s Dwight Howard Still in NBA MVP Conversation
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This Kentucky (and Calipari) Team is Different
There is one huge thing missing from Kentucky coach John Calipari’s coaching resume: a national championship. Kentucky Wildcat fans have seen this similar storyline- a freshman point guard leading a John Calipari team deep into the tournament and falling short at the end. It happened at Memphis with superstars Derrick Rose (he’s only the NBA MVP this year) and Tyreke Evans … [Read more...] about This Kentucky (and Calipari) Team is Different
Chicago Bulls Title Teams had Plenty of McDonald’s All-Americans
Tomorrow night, the United Center- home of the Chicago Bulls will host the 2011 McDonald's All-American Game, the nation's premier high school all-star game. The Michael Jordan statue outside the UC is adorned with MJ's jersey from his appearance in the 1981 game. In that memorable contest, Jordan dropped 30 points, which ranks second most in game history today. Jordan of … [Read more...] about Chicago Bulls Title Teams had Plenty of McDonald’s All-Americans
Bulls Keys to Success: Chemistry, Defense, Rebounding, Depth
Derrick Rose put on another MVP like performance. He scored 26 to lead the Chicago Bulls over the Miami Heat 93-89 Thursday night in a showdown between two of the Eastern Conference’s three top teams. Chicago beat Miami by three at the United Center last month, and this one, with possible seeding and therefore postseason home court on the line, was just as exciting. The … [Read more...] about Bulls Keys to Success: Chemistry, Defense, Rebounding, Depth
Trade to Nets Proves Deron Williams is NOT the NBA’s Best PG
For the last few seasons there has been a lively debate about the best point guard in the NBA. Prior to this season the discussion was mainly between Chris Paul and Deron Williams (Derrick Rose is now in the conversation). Now that Deron Williams has been traded to the New Jersey Nets for Devin Harris, Derrick Favors and two first round picks, it's safe to say that the debate … [Read more...] about Trade to Nets Proves Deron Williams is NOT the NBA’s Best PG
Top 10 Moments of Derrick Rose’s Young Career
After the from the snow Chicago's historic blizzard melted, a hybrid of “Roses” bloomed in the middle of the brutal winter. At the start of the Chicago Bulls 109-99 win over the NBA best San Antonio Spurs, Derrick Rose grabbed the microphone and thanked the fans for making him the Chicago Bulls' first All-Star starter since Michael Jordan in 1998. Then he went out and showed … [Read more...] about Top 10 Moments of Derrick Rose’s Young Career
Kentucky Wildcats Super-Recruit Posted a Quadruple Double
A year or so ago, Kentucky Wildcats recruit and McDonald's All-American Anthony Davis wasn't on anyone's short list of blue-chip college basketball prospects. But after growing seven inches in a year, he now finds himself the #2 overall recruit in the nation (Duke commit Austin Rivers is #1) today. I caught up to him Tuesday night; right before he had the opportunity to … [Read more...] about Kentucky Wildcats Super-Recruit Posted a Quadruple Double
Branden Dawson Latest Michigan State Blue Chip Recruit
This hasn't been an ideal college basketball season in East Lansing, Michigan. In fact, it's been nightmarish as the Spartans find themselves barely hanging on for a NCAA Tournament berth. Their meeting with the Illini on Saturday might be a "play-out game" for the big dance. But now's not the time for MSU gloom and doom. Instead let's look ahead, to next year and another … [Read more...] about Branden Dawson Latest Michigan State Blue Chip Recruit
Bobcats Can’t Win one for MJ, Keep Positive Momentum Going
Say this for the Charlotte Bobcats, they know how to get it done against the best in the NBA. It's the rest of the league they often find themselves struggling with. Prior to last night's loss to the Chicago Bulls, the Bobcats had won three of five; with those three being over the Eastern Conference leading Boston Celtics, the currently fourth seeded Atlanta Hawks and the … [Read more...] about Bobcats Can’t Win one for MJ, Keep Positive Momentum Going
Chicago Bulls Finally Get Best of Charlotte Bobcats 106-94
Tonight, the Chicago Bulls were a lot like the priests who restored Linda Blair because they were exorcising demons all over the place. Third time the charm for beating the Charlotte Bobcats? Roger that. Winning the first home game after a long road trip instead of falling flat in the homestand opener? Done. Beating an inferior team that for some reason matches up … [Read more...] about Chicago Bulls Finally Get Best of Charlotte Bobcats 106-94