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2012 Chicago Bulls Look to Avoid Glass Ceiling

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Of all the questions surrounding the Chicago Bulls this season, only one truly matters- can they get past the Miami Heat this year? Because of what happened last season (4-1 Eastern Conference Finals loss despite the Bulls having home court advantage), what could happen this year (many NBA experts predict the same outcome this year) and how this script could occur repeatedly in … [Read more...] about 2012 Chicago Bulls Look to Avoid Glass Ceiling

2011 NBA Off-Season Losers

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It was a shortened 2011 NBA off-season and certainly lacked the excitement and drama of the summer of 2010.  Some teams failed to make the needed moves to improve their roster and actually took a step back while other teams made drastic improvements.  Here my NBA off-season losers which include the Los Angeles Lakers, New Jersey Nets, and Boston Celtics. … [Read more...] about 2011 NBA Off-Season Losers

2011 NBA Off-Season Winners

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It was a shortened 2011 NBA off-season and certainly lacked the excitement and drama of the summer of 2010.  Still, some teams made major moves that will help their franchises for the immediate season and the future.  Here my NBA off-season winners which include both teams involved in the Chris Paul trade and an emerging sleeper team in the Eastern Conference. … [Read more...] about 2011 NBA Off-Season Winners

Chicago Bulls Lock up Franchise (Derrick Rose) $94 Million, 5 Years

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The Chicago Bulls know exactly where their bread is buttered. The reigning MVP Derrick Rose has agreed to a five-year contract extension with the team worth approximately $94 million. Rose on the extension: "I’ll be able to afford what I want. But not too many things excite me except winning and being around my family.” The deal was done right before the Bulls completed … [Read more...] about Chicago Bulls Lock up Franchise (Derrick Rose) $94 Million, 5 Years

NBA Free Agent Signings: Baron Davis, Nick Young, Afflalo

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The quality of available NBA free agents continues to dwindle as the start of the season is fast approaching.  Here is a breakdown of the latest signings including Baron Davis joining the Knicks and Nick Young, Aaron Afflalo, and Rodney Stuckey all re-signing with their teams.  Plus, the Sacramento Kings have to void the contract given to Chuck Hayes after he fails his … [Read more...] about NBA Free Agent Signings: Baron Davis, Nick Young, Afflalo

L.A. Lakers Sign Troy Murphy

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Well it isn't the Chris Paul trade, but then again not every NBA team in Los Angeles can be the Clippers. There is that obscure little team called the Lakers too. Yesterday, the Lakers signed former Notre Dame star Troy Murphy to a one-year deal for the veteran's minimum, worth $1,352,181, which is a set figure by the league for all players with 10 or more years experience. … [Read more...] about L.A. Lakers Sign Troy Murphy

NBA Free Agent Signings: Gasol, Nene, Crawford, Hamilton

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The 2011 NBA Free Agency frenzy has continued the past couple of days as big men Marc Gasol and Nene re-signed with their respective teams.  Meanwhile, a pair of shooting guards are changing addresses as Jamal Crawford signs with the Blazers and Richard Hamilton is headed to the Chicago Bulls.  Here is my breakdown of those moves and a few others: … [Read more...] about NBA Free Agent Signings: Gasol, Nene, Crawford, Hamilton

Will Bulls Get More From a Slimmed Down Carlos Boozer?

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Perhaps Carlos Boozer will pull more of his weight with the Chicago Bulls this season, given that he's lost quite a bit of it from his body. GM Gar Forman Sunday at Media Day: "Carlos came into camp 20-plus pounds lighter. He's in great shape." Perhaps the improved conditioning will make Boozer that true second banana that Rose sorely lacked last year. Booze gets paid … [Read more...] about Will Bulls Get More From a Slimmed Down Carlos Boozer?