Ben Gordon To Pistons: So What? Wade on the Horizon

Some Bulls fans may be distraught by the news that the Detroit Pistons have agreed to terms with Ben Gordon in a deal that should pay him more than $55 million over the next several years. I tell them to shrug it off. Sure, Ben gave Chicago some great moments. A few years ago, Chicago was contending for a title under a strong back court of Kirk Hinrich and Gordon. Just this past spring the Bulls took the city by storm, pushing the defending champion Boston Celtics to a game seven in a thrilling series. But let us remember what Gordon did not give us. He did not give us leadership. Gordon could always be seen sulking on the bench when missing playing time, kicking over water coolers, throwing towels, and in general being a poor act. He did not give us consistent scoring or big shots. For every moment Chicago Bulls fans held their hands on top of their heads in awe of his rare athleticism and skill, there were an equal amount of times those same hands covered their mouths, sickened by a ... (link)