With Derrick Rose’s season over, almost everyone has written off the Chicago Bulls' title hopes, and understandably so. But what about the “Ewing Theory”? You know, Dave Cirilli and Bill Simmons’ theory that says a team occasionally comes together in the absence of its star and actually plays better than before? Is there any chance the Bulls can make a Ewing Theory-like run … [Read more...] about Can Bulls make ‘Ewing Theory’ type playoff run?
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Chicago Bulls record, with and without each starter
Yes, the team with the very best record in the NBA this season is proving right the December belief that in the 2011-12 season of many back-t0-backs and shortened preseason that depth would be key. The very definition of irony, Carlos Boozer is the only member of the Chicago Bulls starting five not to miss a game this lockout-shortened season. Given all the injuries he's … [Read more...] about Chicago Bulls record, with and without each starter
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
Rip Hamilton Will be a Chicago Bull in the Next Couple Days
The Detroit Pistons still haven't officially waived shooting guard Richard "Rip" Hamilton. Waivers take 48 hours to clear. Barring any unforeseen issues, Rip should be at Chicago Bulls trainingcamp by the middle of the week. Today was Bulls media day, and of course free agency, trades, acquisitions were all hot topics. As you might expect no one said anything publicly to … [Read more...] about Rip Hamilton Will be a Chicago Bull in the Next Couple Days
Magic Waive Gilbert Arenas with Amnesty Clause; Pistons Cut Rip Hamilton
The new Amnesty Clause in the NBA labor agreement update claimed it's first ever victim today. Gilbert Arenas of the Orlando Magic. Yes, "Hibachi," "Agent 0," or as I call him "shooty mcshootington" or "gunsy mcgunsington" walks away from the Magic with a cool $60+ million; without having to do a thing. The Magic get to take his albatross of a contract off their salary cap … [Read more...] about Magic Waive Gilbert Arenas with Amnesty Clause; Pistons Cut Rip Hamilton