Mateen Cleaves is not only one of the most legendary names in Michigan State history, he's also one of the most iconic players in college basketball lore. This Spartan warrior is known for winning a national title while on crutches, being a stellar point guard and the ugly Bill Cosby style sweaters he wore on the bench when injured. Mateen Cleaves played in the NBA for 6 … [Read more...] about Michigan St. legend Mateen Cleaves highlights CBS Sports Draft Show
Pistons
Pistons Draft Pick Kyle Singler: no Regrets about Playing in Spain
NBA talent Kyle Singler, the 33rd overall pick in the 2011 NBA draft by the Detroit Pistons, said he has no regret over his decision to spurn the Pistons to play professional basketball in Spain. The Real Madrid forward, selected by Detroit with the 3rd pick in the second round of the draft, is one of a handful of players who didn't return to America once the NBA lockout … [Read more...] about Pistons Draft Pick Kyle Singler: no Regrets about Playing in Spain
Will the Bulls have the Best Record in the NBA Again?
The Chicago Bulls led the NBA in wins last year, but like their #1 seed counterpart in the West, the San Antonio Spurs, they failed to reach the NBA Finals. Chicago returns the same nucleus as last year, with some upgrades. On paper, they should be better. Then again, so will the Miami Heat, who eliminated them last year. "I think the longer you are together, everything … [Read more...] about Will the Bulls have the Best Record in the NBA Again?
2012 Chicago Bulls Look to Avoid Glass Ceiling
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
Chicago Bulls Camp Opens: Notable Quotables
Chicago Bulls Head Coach Tom Thibodeau described what happens when his team plays the Miami Heat: "each possession is a war." Yes, the NBA is actually back now, even though it may seem hard to believe. Training camps are open, media days have been held, including the session for the team with the best regular season record in the league last year. The reigning MVP Derrick … [Read more...] about Chicago Bulls Camp Opens: Notable Quotables