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Bulls' Del Negro Stressing Focus, Energy in First Training Camp

Tue, 7 Oct 2008 21:35:07 +1900

Head Coach Vinny Del Negro recently took a break from training camp to talk about the upcoming season, the teams to beat in the NBA, the progression of rookie point guard Derrick Rose, and what he expects out of his Bulls in the coming weeks.

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Gooden prepared for expanded role

Tue, 7 Oct 2008 06:01:00 +1900

Coaches yearn for players to take ownership of their team.

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Harris, Bickerstaff provide assistance

Sun, 5 Oct 2008 06:01:00 +1900

The Bulls were finishing up a recent practice by shooting free throws. As Derrick Rose buried one after another, some hands-on coaching was taking place just a few feet away.

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Deveney: Bulls' Del Negro has tough juggling act ahead

Fri, 3 Oct 2008 18:09:05 +1900

New Bulls coach Vinny Del Negro isn't worrying about individual agendas. If he's right, the Bulls could be pretty good. If not, he has one big mess on his hands.

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Bulls say Noah out 5 days with eye injury

Fri, 3 Oct 2008 18:09:05 +1900

DEERFIELD, Ill. (AP) -- Chicago Bulls forward Joakim Noah is out with an eye injury.The team say...

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Bulls: Noah to miss 5 days with eye injury

Fri, 3 Oct 2008 17:13:45 +1900

Chicago Bulls forward Joakim Noah will likely miss five days after being poked in the left eye during practice. The team said Friday that the injury left Noah with blood in the front chamber of his eye after being hurt Wednesday. He'll be monitored daily by the Bulls' medical staff. Noah averaged 6.6 points and 5.6 rebounds in 74 games as a rookie last season. The Bulls take on Dallas at the United Center on Thursday in their preseason opener.

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Bulls forward Noah to miss 5 days with eye injury

Fri, 3 Oct 2008 17:06:41 +1900

Bulls forward Joakim Noah is out with an eye injury.

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Bulls say Noah out 5 days with eye injury

Fri, 3 Oct 2008 17:00:11 +1900

Chicago Bulls forward Joakim Noah is out with an eye injury.

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Bulls' Noah sidelined for a week with eye injury

Fri, 3 Oct 2008 16:59:58 +1900

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Vinny Del Negro : New Coach, New Era

Thu, 2 Oct 2008 17:37:15 +1900

From BULLS.COM, Brett Ballantini writes "Rookie coach Vinny Del Negro has been quick to emphasize that all his initial decisions, from personnel to playing style, will be a collective effort among the Bulls' brain trust. But there's a sense that Del Negro will look at his Bulls this season a bit more like peers and less like charges who are paid to execute his every whim. A player's coach? But can a rookie player's coach succeed in today's NBA? The trend in NBA coach hiring has certainly been moving away from mindless recycling of the same college of coaches. Such successful mentors as Larry Bird, Avery Johnson and Doc Rivers had no bench experience whatsoever, and all took teams to the NBA Finals as part of their runs in the hot seat."

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Ben Gordon OKs one-year contract with Bulls

Thu, 2 Oct 2008 08:22:26 +1900

The Wednesday that Ben Gordon said he would practice with the Bulls started with him wearing sweats and casually scrolling through his hand-held device in the Berto Center...

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Chicago Bulls' Ben Gordon Loses Contract Battle

Thu, 2 Oct 2008 05:49:47 +1900

Chicago Bulls guard Ben Gordon has officially accepted their qualifying offer, allowing him to be a free agent next year. So much for not seeing Gordon in a Bulls’ uniform this year. I knew that at the end of the day, there was no reason for Chicago to bend from its position. The 6-3 guard couldn’t go anywhere because he’s a restricted free agent and no other team thinks he’s worth the money that he’s trying to get. If Gordon can have a stellar season, the Bulls will probably try harder to get over their $58 million offer. If he is the same streaky shooter that he has been in previous years, where a 30-point game comes just as often as scoring two, Chicago will come out looking smart. No. 7 needs to have a drastically better year if he expects to get a higher offer than what the Bulls are willing to pay him. Believe it or not, Gordon actually rejected a higher offer that would’ve made him look like a genius if he took it ...

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Gordon Agrees to Qualifying Offer

Thu, 2 Oct 2008 05:44:48 +1900

The Chicago Bulls announced on Wednesday that guard Ben Gordon agreed to accept the one-year qualifying offer that had been tendered to him by the team.

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Gordon accepts one-year deal with Bulls

Thu, 2 Oct 2008 05:24:29 +1900

Chicago guard Ben Gordon accepted the Bulls' one-year, $6.4 million tender offer just before the deadline Wednesday night.

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Gordon settles for one-year contract with Bulls

Thu, 2 Oct 2008 05:08:25 +1900

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Ben Gordon Back with Chicago Bulls for One More Year

Thu, 2 Oct 2008 05:02:38 +1900

Ben Gordon will be with the Bulls for one more year after accepting a qualifying offer late Wednesday night. The offer will make Gordon an unrestricted free agent after the 2008-2009 season. Gordon was the Bulls leading scorer last season, averaging 18.6 PPG. This will be his fifth season with the Bulls and will likely be his last after failing to reach a long-term agreement with the team.

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Gordon accepts 1-year deal with Bulls

Thu, 2 Oct 2008 04:31:11 +1900

Chicago guard Ben Gordon accepted the Bulls' one-year, $6.4 million tender offer just before the deadline Wednesday night. A restricted free agent, Gordon was looking for a long-term deal that never materialized. "He's very happy to be able to go back and play basketball," agent Raymond Brothers said. "He looks forward to talking to the Bulls next summer about an extension.

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Gordon skips practice, contract status up in air

Thu, 2 Oct 2008 03:03:04 +1900

DEERFIELD, Ill. (AP) -- Chicago Bulls guard Ben Gordon skipped two practices Wednesday as a deadline...

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Gordon skips practice as deadline for deal nears

Thu, 2 Oct 2008 03:02:53 +1900

Ben Gordon didn't practice with the Bulls as a deadline for him to sign a deal neared on Wednesday.

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Vinny stresses unity

Wed, 1 Oct 2008 06:01:00 +1900

On Vinny Del Negro's count of three, the Bulls broke their first practice under their new coach Tuesday with one word: ''Together!'' Del Negro next had the players pair off for lunch, with the coaching staff giving each duo questions to ask each other.

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Long-term remains long shot for Gordon

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 06:01:00 +1900

Ben Gordon was at media night Monday, but he will not take part in the Bulls' first practices today. Gordon, a restricted free agent, will wait until the Wednesday deadline to sign the team's one-year qualifying offer of $6.4 million. Talks on a long-term contract will continue through today, but it's a long shot the two sides will resolve the year-long impasse.

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Gordon's contract status up in air

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 01:50:53 +1900

Ben Gordon's contract status remained unsettled and the fifth-year guard and the Chicago Bulls are both hoping for a resolution by midweek. Gordon was on hand for the team's media day Monday, the day before training camp opens, but said he won't practice until after Wednesday's deadline to accept a one-year qualifying offer. According to published reports, Gordon was expected to sign a one-year deal worth $6.4 million by Wednesday, then become an unrestricted free agent following the season.

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Bulls' Gordon at media day, eyes contract options

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 01:38:51 +1900

Ben Gordon showed up at Bulls media day and is expected to sign a one-year qualifying offer on Wednesday.

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Bulls' Gordon contract still unsettled (AP)

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 01:29:58 +1900

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Ben Gordon to Sign One-Year Qualifying Offer

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 19:55:35 +1900

Chicago Bulls guard Ben Gordon has confirmed a Chicago Tribune report that validates GM John Paxson's statement: Gordon is expected at the Berto Center this week for Bulls camp. The former University of Connecticut star is expected to sign a one-year qualifying offer and become an unrestricted free agent following the 2008-09 season. In addition to this news, I would like to answer any questions you may have regarding Bulls basketball. You can contact me at sb147474@yahoo.com. 1. Who are the breakout candidates? 2. Are the Bulls under the radar? 3. Will Joakim Noah be suspended? 4. Will the Bulls trade Ben Gordon? 5. Wins? Who is the Bulls' best overall player?

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Michael Jordan, Where Art Thou?

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 18:39:32 +1900

Having just written an article about why Roger Federer is better than Michael Jordan, I am suddenly reminded how much I miss the great man. Michael Jordan was truly a once in a lifetime basketball player. He had it all: charisma, talent, drive, athleticism. He drew me into the sport like a deep gravity centre, and the NBA hasn't recovered since he left. Michael Jordan transcended the NBA to the point where one feels somehow cheated after his departure. A great sports star makes you want to act, speak, and play like him/her, and Michael Jordan did this like no other at his time. "Be like Mike" was a walking slogan for many Michael Jordan fans. I'm that rare (and some would say honey) sports fan that is particularly drawn to sports in which there is a star that transcends. He literally has to be a walking god. Therefore, I watched Michael Jordan's later career as closely as I now watch Federer's. The man never failed to disappoint—statistically or otherwise. However, there was more. A ...

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Paxson enthused by summer work ethic

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 06:01:00 +1900

After enduring a 33-49 season, Bulls general manager John Paxson told his players during one-on-one meetings last April that he expected to see them working out together at the Berto Center as much as possible in the summer.

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NBA's Worst Trades In This Decade

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 05:06:34 +1900

10. 2001, New Jersey Nets traded rights to Eddie Griffin (7th overall pick) to the Houston Rockets for rights to Richard Jefferson (14th overall pick), Jason Collins, and Brandon Armstrong. 9. 2004, Detroit Pistons acquired Rasheed Wallace and Mike James. Boston Celtics acquired Lindsey Hunter, Chucky Atkins, and a 2004 first round pick. Atlanta Hawks acquired Bob Sura, Zeljko Rebraca, and a future first round pick. 8. 2002, Chicago Bulls traded Ron Artest, Brad Miller, Ron Mercer, Kevin Ollie to the Indiana Pacers for Jalen Rose, Travis Best, Norman Robertson, and a second round pick. 7. 2002, Boston Celtics traded Joe Johnson, Randy Brown, Milt Palacio and a first round pick to the Phoenix Suns for Rodney Rodgers and Tony Delk. 6. 2005, Los Angeles Lakers traded Caron Butler and Chucky Atkins to the Washington Wizards for Kwame Brown and Laron Profit. 5. 2006, Minnesota Timberwolves traded rights to Brandon Roy (6th overall pick) to the ...

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NBA's Worst Trades This Decade

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 05:06:34 +1900

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Gordon's deadline draws near

Sun, 28 Sep 2008 06:01:00 +1900

The Bulls begin preparations for their new season Monday, when the team holds its annual media night.

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30 Teams In 30 Days: Chicago Bulls

Sun, 28 Sep 2008 04:51:03 +1900

2007-2008 in Review Record: 33-49 Eastern Conference Seed: 11 Summer Of 2008 Key Additions: Vinny Del Negro (via coaching change), Derrick Rose (via draft). Key Losses: Chris Duhon (via free agency). Up In the Air: Ben Gordon. Derek Fisher’s 0.4 shot was lucky, but not quite as lucky as the Chicago Bulls were on May 20, otherwise known as the 2008 NBA Draft Lottery. The 42-year-old NBA franchise went into the nerve-wracking drawing with a measly 1.7 percent chance of coming away with the top draft pick. However, as history has shown, probabilities and percentages don’t always reveal the outcome. Chicago proved that point, as they were fortunate enough to acquire the number-one overall selection, with just the ninth-best chances to do so. With that top pick, they chose hometown point guard Derrick Rose, who helped lead the Memphis Tigers to April’s NCAA championship game as a freshman. If it weren’t for that pesky free-throw line, ...

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Luol Deng's Insurance Problems Cast Doubt on UK Qualification for London 2012

Sun, 28 Sep 2008 00:10:01 +1900

With the city of London hosting the 2012 Olympics, things seem to be far from settled in the Team Great Britain camp. Basketball sensation Luol Deng, may be prevented from playing any games with his national team, because of insurance clauses included in his new contract with Chicago Bulls. Great Britain Basketball [GBB] officials fear that the insurance problems that are preventing Deng from playing for his country at the moment will also rule him out of the 2012 Olympic Games in London—and even put Britain's involvement in the tournament in doubt. The sport's governing body has to find $500,000 (about £272,000) for an additional insurance premium if Deng, who is an ambassador for London 2012, is to take his place in the qualifying campaign for next year's European Championship A division finals. The root of the problem lies with MetLife, the NBA's insurer, which covers the top 150 salaries in the American league on a group policy. Under the terms of its agreement with the ...

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Larry Bird vs. Michael Jordan: Who Is the Best of All Time?

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 23:05:35 +1900

I originally wrote this during the 2006-2007 NBA season. The original source of this article can be found here . Enjoy. Yes, I’m an extremely biased Celtics fan—however, I can provide several points. Just had to get that out of the way. I’m trying to take a little solace in the however way of watching them lose like maniacs this season. Looks like it might be a while before the modern team gets back on track. Anyhow, this longtime Celtics fan is going to throw out some thoughts on the comparison, one which I usually never delve into, of Larry Bird and Michael Jordan. It can be tough to compare players from different positions. The forward is the toughest position to dominate a game from. But Bird was a dominant forward, and was the greatest forward of all time. Bird is the only player in history about whom there’s no argument as to being the best ever at his position. Bird was a better outside shooter, with much longer range. Bird was a far better passer. Jordan ...

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Bulls Sign Three Former D-Leaguers

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 16:29:04 +1900

In preparation for the 2008.09 NBA season, the Chicago Bulls will start training camp on Monday, Sept. 29 with their annual Media Day beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Sheri L. Berto Center (550 Lake Cook Road, Deerfield, Ill.). On Friday, the team announced three additions to its roster for training camp: forward/center Elton Brown (6-9 | 250 | 09/09/83 | Virginia | rookie), forward Roger Powell (6-6 | 225 | 01/15/83 | Illinois | 1 year experience), and guard Darius Washington (6-2 | 185 | 12/06/85 | Memphis | 1 yr. exp.).

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Ron Artest, Team Killer

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 16:24:24 +1900

It happened to the Bulls, it happened to the Pacers, it happened to the Kings, and it's going to happen to the Rockets. When teams add Ron Artest to their roster, things start to go downhill—and if it doesn't happen right away, it starts pretty quickly after. His antics in Chicago—i.e. breaking cameras and what not—sure didn't help a team that was already in the cellar. The most games the team won while Artest was on the team was 21. Finally, the Bulls had enough and dealt him to the Pacers. The Defensive Player of the Year in 2004, Artest's first season in Indiana was a huge success. The Pacers won 61 games, but lost in the Conference Finals to the Pistons. Artest was a key part of the success of the team. However, things soon changed. In the 2004-05 season, Artest was the main "brawler" in the biggest fight in NBA history. I personally don't think Artest's career would've gone down the drain the way it has if he hadn't entered the stands and punched a Pistons ...

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Chicago Bulls 2008 Preview: Behind Luol Deng, Bulls Armed for Playoffs

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 15:53:47 +1900

The Chicago Bulls' offseason has been one for the ages. Between winning the lottery despite a one percent chance and the rumors swirling about Ben Gordon heading overseas, the Bulls have been busy. Chicago returns not only every starter, but virtually every bench player. On paper, this Bulls team goes three deep at each position, and you're asking yourself, "Where was this team last year?"—you're not alone. The Bulls' 2007 campaign was marred by injuries and underachievement. This is what we sports fans like to call "not playing as a team." To help rectify this problem, the Bulls drafted Memphis star point guard Derrick Rose with the No. 1 overall pick. Rose joins a backcourt that features team captain Kirk Hinrich, shooting sensation Ben Gordon, savvy veteran Larry Hughes, and emerging star Thabo Sefolosha. The frontcourt for the Bulls is no less of a crowd. Returning starters Drew Gooden, Joakim Noah, Tyrus Thomas, Andres Nocioni, and superstar Luol Deng give the Bulls tons of options ...

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Will Bulls' changes be for the better?

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 16:49:27 +1900

From coach to point guard, the Bulls have made changes this offseason. But Mike Kahn says the pressure is really on John Paxson.

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