Twitter reacts to Zach LaVine reportedly being shopped by Chicago Bulls
With over half the incumbent roster without guaranteed deals for the 2023-24 season, it was always expected that the Chicago Bulls would experience a good deal of turnover this summer.What no one likely had on their offseason checklist, however, was the Bulls shopping their franchise cornerstone Zach LaVine on the trade block.
5 Moves that get Chicago Bulls out of mess they created
The Chicago Bulls have made the playoffs just once in the last six years, but they could be paying the luxury tax if they bring back all of their key pieces in free agency.Nikola Vucevic, Coby White, Ayo Dosunmu, and Patrick Beverley all need new contracts to return as Chicago sits just 39.7 million under the tax.
Bulls News: Recent hire suggests intention to build around young core
For far too long, the Chicago Bulls have been known as a franchise with no advanced analytic department, an inadequate medical team, and perhaps worst of all, little to no developmental personnel.When the Bulls have refused to allocate resources toward improving their young talent, it should come as no surprise when so many former players have found much more success following their departure from the Windy City.
Bulls depth chart heading into free agency: Vucevic decides the future
The 2023 offseason looks to be a time of inner turmoil for the Chicago Bulls.Is this team truly good enough to make a playoff run?Was there any move that would have made this team a championship contender?Is it really realistic to place your faith in a team that still hasn't figured out it needs a legitimate point guard on the roster?
3 Players that could make Chicago Bulls contenders next season
The Chicago Bulls finished this season as the 9th seed in the East, losing their play-in game against the Miami Heat after finishing the regular season just 40-42.The team was disappointing this year, especially after a solid 2021-22 season, going 46-36 and nabbing the 6th seed.Despite their worse performance this season, there are still some positives.
Should the Bulls sign Chris Paul? Outlining the pros and cons
For years now, the recurring story every summer for the Chicago Bulls revolves around their lack of a true starting-caliber point guard.So when a true star guard like Chris Paul hits the open market, you can bet that Bulls fans everywhere began salivating at the idea.If CP3 is truly waived ahead of this year's free agency period, then Chicago's front office will have a tough decision on their hands.
Bulls Rumors: Nikola Vucevic nearing multi-year extension with Chicago
Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley will have their hands full this offseason as the fanbase demands an explanation as to why the Chicago Bulls are being mismanaged and submitting substandard performances on the court.With no pick to spend in the upcoming draft, our eyes turn to free agency instead, where negotiations are set to officially begin on June 30.
3 free agent centers that would fit better with Bulls than Nikola Vucevic
Two and a half seasons ago, the Chicago Bulls made the rash decision to mortgage the future by trading Wendell Carter Jr. and two very valuable first-round picks for an over-the-hill veteran in Nikola Vucevic.Although this move was made with the intent to win now, this decision set the franchise back considerably, and we now find ourselves right back where we started and asking ourselves the same questions.
Which players will still be on the next great Bulls team?
In the 15 days since the NBA draft lottery that graced the Spurs with French basketball demigod Victor Wembanyama, reality has begun to settle in for several teams around the league.The Chicago Bulls in particular seem to be in the midst of a mid-life crisis of sorts here, trying to straddle the reality of an impending rebuild with play-in contention like a middle-aged father trying everything under the sun to retain his last wisps of hair.
The Bulls will repeat a huge mistake if they re-sign Nikola Vucevic
Although we're still a month removed from the start of the NBA free agency period, it seems we're already getting our first little taste of the action here tonight.Per reports, the Chicago Bulls have already begun discussing contract negotiations with Nikola Vucevic, a decision that is sure to have the fanbase split this summer.
Bulls marked as frontrunners to sign Derrick Rose in free agency
Since the very day Derrick Rose was traded from the Chicago Bulls back in June of 2016, it seems the fanbase hasn't stopped trying to create inventive ways to recapture that magic and bring the hometown hero back to the Windy City.Admittedly, I have also always held up hope a reunion was one day in the cards, but understood by and large that he was no longer the answer and this team needed to head in a new direction.
Ranking 3 mock trades that split up the Chicago Bulls' Big 3
As the offseason nears, it is clear that the Chicago Bulls need to make some moves.After being one of only two teams that did not make a move at the trade deadline, the other of which being the Miami Heat, who are on a tear in the playoffs.Currently, the Bulls are in basketball purgatory, where their current roster is not good enough to be a contender but they do not have really any prospects for the future, as two of their three best players are 33 and 34 years old, and they do not own any picks in the 2023 NBA Draft, as well as owing both their 2025 picks to the San Antonio Spurs if they do not finish with a top-10 draft pick.
Choking 24-point lead to Pacers is actually a good thing for the Bulls
If you told me that Zach LaVine would flirt with a 35-point triple-double, Coby White chipped in 25 points, and the inconsistent trio of Nikola Vucevic, Ayo Dosunmu, and Patrick Williams all played relatively well against a floundering Pacers team that was 2-16 in their last 18 games, I would have felt pretty confident in the Chicago Bulls ' chances of securing a win... if it happened in any other season than the one this team is currently having.
Terry Taylor is a surprisingly savvy signing for the Chicago Bulls
The Chicago Bulls may have drew a lot of flak for their inability to improve at the trade deadline, but they're doing their best to make up for it now on the buyout market.After adding Patrick Beverley to shore up the point guard rotation, the Bulls also swept in on former Indiana Pacers prospect Terry Taylor.
Future of the Chicago Bulls will be decided this offseason
The Italian poet Dante Alighieri's The Divine Comedy begins as Dante approaches the gates of Hell, above which reads "Abandon hope all ye who enter here."After the poor start the Chicago Bulls have suffered in 2022-23, it would be unsurprising if the same message is soon posted across the president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas' office door.
Updated Chicago Bulls future draft picks after inactive trade deadline
28 of the NBA's 30 teams made at least one trade at the February 9 deadline, and the Chicago Bulls were not one of them.What that says for the front office's competency is hard to say right now, but keeping a level head and accurately assessing this team's future ahead of the offseason is now more vital than ever.
'Game 7 on the WAY': Celtics buzzer-beating Game 6 win shocks NBA Twitter
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The Boston Celtics are one win away from making NBA history.Editor's Picks
Their 104-103 win over the Miami Heat was sealed by Derrick White's buzzer-beating tip-in to send the series back to TD Garden for Game 7. It was the sixth game-winning buzzer-beater when facing elimination in NBA history and the first since then- Toronto Raptors star Kawhi Leonard's 2019 shot against the Philadelphia 76ers.
5 takeaways as Celtics continue to struggle vs. Bulls, snap 9-game winning streak
Celtics The Celtics have lost exclusively to the Bulls and Cavaliers this season.The Celtics were due for an off night, and the Bulls needed a win.Perhaps Monday's 121-107 loss - which snapped the Celtics' nine-game winning streak - was predictable.Here's what happened.The Big Picture The Celtics started slow from three but dutifully kept firing away throughout the first quarter, piling up a 5-for-17 line from deep in the first 12 minutes.
Boston Celtics: 1 attribute that stops Jayson Tatum from becoming truly elite
Don't get me wrong.Jayson Tatum is an exceptional talent and a really good scoring forward for the Boston Celtics.But he's still missing one small piece: a mid-range jump shot.All great scoring forwards had that.Kevin Durant, since the 2013-14 season, has averaged 1.02 points from mid-range.Last season he trailed just DeMar Derozan, with 3.9 field goals made.
Malcolm Brogdon leads dominant bench: 8 takeaways as Celtics take down Bulls
Celtics Boston's bench unit noticeably outplayed Chicago's in the 123-119 win.The Celtics battled the Bulls but held them off down the stretch, claiming a 123-119 victory to improve to 5-3.Here's what happened.1.The Celtics' bench unit was dominant.Sam Hauser, Luke Kornet, and Grant Williams were plus-19, 17, and 15 respectively, and their impact felt at least that significant particularly as the Celtics built a second-half lead.
WATCH: Jaylen Brown posterizes Nikola Vucevic during third quarter of Celtics-Bulls
During the third quarter of the November 4 matchup between the Boston Celtics and the Chicago Bulls, Jaylen Brown posterized Nikola Vucevic off of a dime from Malcolm Brogdon, who had his second-highest scoring game with the Cs by the third quarter.By quarter's end, Boston had built up a 93-87 lead.
Boston Celtics vs. Chicago Bulls prediction, odds, TV channel
On Friday, November 4, the Boston Celtics battle the Chicago Bulls in their second of four matchups between the two teams during the 2022-23 season.Boston lost the first game of the series on October 24.Nikola Vucevic was flat-out dominant during the first meeting, going for 18 points and 23 rebounds and willing the Bulls back from a double-digit deficit in the first quarter to win by 18 points.
Bulls Rumors: Suns' star duo may be on the move to Chicago
Far from the only team to suffer a disappointing end to their season, the Chicago Bulls are now finally joined by the teams whose postseason dreams were cut short this year, including the Phoenix Suns.Still reeling from a stinging six-game loss to the Denver Nuggets, the Suns are likely to introduce a massive roster overhaul this offseason, a decision which would undoubtedly open up opportunities for a team like the Bulls to take advantage.
7 Potential Chicago Bulls free agent targets with ties to Zach LaVine
The Chicago Bulls missed the playoffs after blowing a fourth-quarter lead to the Miami Heat in the final Play-In tournament game.Jimmy Butler got the last laugh against his former team, and the star went on to lead the Heat to an upset over the top-seeded Bucks.The Bulls were left sitting at home thinking about what could have been.
Bulls free agency: 3 teams who could steal Nikola Vucevic away
Among the biggest priorities on the Chicago Bulls' to-do list this summer is undoubtedly resolving Nikola Vucevic's impending free agency.The decision whether or not to bring him back will in all likelihood affect the future trajectory of this team and if it can actually make the leap into contention or settle for a full-fledged rebuild.
Does signing Dillon Brooks make sense for the Chicago Bulls?
Now that the Chicago Bulls season has come to an end but the NBA offseason has not quite swung around just yet, we find ourselves in a state of purgatory considering potential options for the team this summer.Although this is not one I expected to garner discussion, one player in particular has been the subject of much debate after being released from his prior team.
Ranking 3 star-studded Chicago Bulls trade proposals
The Chicago Bulls finished this past season with a measly 40-42 record, which was good for just 9th in the East.The Bulls missed the playoffs a year after seemingly turning the franchise around, and while there may have been injuries that the team faced, this was an unacceptable season.Despite many question marks and lineup inconsistencies, the Bulls' big 3 was in the lineup for basically the entire season, with Zach LaVine playing 77 games, DeMar DeRozan with 74 appearances, and Nikola Vucevic playing in all 82 contests on the year.
Rumors indicate Bulls could trade for a young star in the making
There's no point in sugarcoating things any longer, this past season left a lot to be desired from the Chicago Bulls.This franchise is clearly in need of drastic change if they wish to return to their winning ways anytime soon.If recent rumors are to be believed, however, an opportunity may have just presented itself to get things back on track this summer.
How much cap space do the Bulls have to spend in 2023 free agency?
With more than half of last season's unguaranteed to return for next season, the Chicago Bulls are in an enormous state of flux.How they manage this predicament will not only determine how they perform next season, but the direction this franchise will go take moving forward.Do they restructure this team and highlight the youth?
Most promising stat for each Bulls player since All-Star Break
As the Chicago Bulls inch toward the finale of their 2022-23 regular season, the pressure to perform in each and every single game is at an all-time high.How they play over these final 7 games will determine if they win a favorable position in the playoffs, limp into the play-in tournament, or just miss the postseason outright.
Waiving Goran Dragic unexpected, but right move by Bulls
While the rest of the team was traveling to Canada to prepare for a contest against the Toronto Raptors, Goran Dragic was busy working with the front office to be released and move on to different pastures.This came as quite a surprise, considering Dragic was intended to be an important offseason addition and had yet to even play out a full season with the Chicago Bulls.
Bulls vs. Pistons prediction and odds for Wednesday, March 1 (Bulls should cover)
The Chicago Bulls played a tough game against the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night, and they're back in action on the road on Thursday against the Detroit Pistons.Detroit is down Jalen Duren, Cade Cunningham and Isaiah Stewart on Wednesday, and the team has lost five straight games ahead of this matchup.
How worried should the Raptors be with Scottie Barnes slumping?
The Toronto Raptors went into the 2022-23 season expecting big things out of reigning Rookie of the Year Scottie Barnes.While his numbers in a vacuum are solid, Raptors fans are well aware of the fact that Scottie has been just a notch or two below where he was last year.Barnes' assists per game have jumped up to 5.2 per game.
Nick Nurse comments on Scottie Barnes' offensive struggles
The Toronto Raptors are playing without most of their big guns.Pascal Siakam and Precious Achiuwa have groin and ankle injuries, respectively, while an illness and sore hip have sidelined Fred VanVleet and Gary Trent Jr.The last few games could have been a showcase for Scottie Barnes, but he hasn't taken advantage.
Scottie Barnes demolishes Nikola Vucevic with Space Jam-esque slam
Scottie Barnes and the Toronto Raptors are going to need a unified, collaborative effort from all of their big names if they are going to replace the standout play of Pascal Siakam in the next few weeks.Barnes stepping up and playing like a No. 4 overall pick would certainly be a big help.While Barnes has largely been excellent in his second season in the NBA, he has had a bit of a problem with starting slow of late.
Bulls brought back down to Earth in embarrassing beatdown by 76ers
Coming off an unexpected but nevertheless huge win on the road against the hottest team in the NBA, the Chicago Bulls likely held high hopes they could repeat the seemingly impossible and take the 76ers out for the second time in as many games last night.The fans in the United Center likely felt that same energy too - well, at least for the first few minutes.
Heat vs. Bulls prediction and odds for Saturday, March 18 (Back OVER with Jimmy Butler back in town)
A Miami Heat and Chicago Bulls matchup brings back memories of the 2011 Eastern Conference Finals and just seeing these two uniforms makes it feel like a big game to me.Instead it's 2023, I'm not 10-years-old anymore and this is more like a Play-In Tournament preview.At 38-33, the Heat are in seventh place in the East and the Bulls are 10th with a 32-37 record.
Ranking the Chicago Bulls' ideal 2023 first-round playoff matchups
Zach LaVine is back to his old self, the Patrick Beverley effect is real, and the Chicago Bulls are winning games on the road - is it time to start taking this team seriously again?That's hard to say, as this team's engine always seems to fail right when they begin picking up steam, proven by their ability to surpass anything more than a three-game winning streak this season.
Ranking the Bulls' most valuable assets before 2023 trade deadline
This year's trade deadline has already gotten off to a far bigger start than anyone could have hoped for, as superstars Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving have been confirmed to be on the move.Meanwhile, Russell Westbrook, Jakob Poeltl, Mikal Bridges, D'Angelo Russell, and many more talented players have found new homes.
Magic vs. Bulls prediction and odds for Monday, February 13
Two years ago, the Orlando Magic and Chicago Bulls made what felt like a pretty monumental trade in the Eastern Conference when the Magic shipped Nikola Vucevic up to Chicago.Two years later, they're separated by just two spots in the East standings with the Bulls at 26-30 and the Magic, 23-34.Despite the slightly better record, Orlando is in a much better spot because of that trade with Franz Wagner as a budding star, Wendell Carter Jr. a quality starting center, and another first-round pick still coming down the pike.
Why Wes Unseld Jr is the worst head coach in the NBA right now
It's no secret that Wes Unseld Jr has not been productive as a head coach.Most fans of the Washington Wizards would even say that it's the understatement of the year.The only award that will be anywhere close to Unseld Jr this season.There were good reasons for hiring back when they named him the franchise's latest head coach back in 2021.
If Bulls blow it up, do they say yes to this insane trade with Lakers, Mavs?
There are two ways to look at this season for the Chicago Bulls.The first is to see a team that is trending up, winning eight of its last 12 games and beating a number of Eastern Conference contenders throughout the season.This is a team with the firepower to hang with any team in the East and could talk itself into a playoff push.
The Toronto Raptors finally got out of their mini funk over the last few games, dominating the Orlando Magic thanks to OG Anunoby putting up 32 points.The effort of Pascal Siakam should not be overlooked, however.He made Raptors history, and he did it in style.Siakam finished with 26 points, eight rebounds, and 10 assists in a game that never felt particularly close.
CHICAGO -- After converting just 1 of his 14 shots on the night and with the team trying to rally from a double-digit deficit, Bulls star Zach LaVine was benched for the final 3:43 of Friday's 108-107 loss to the Orlando Magic, a decision LaVine said he disagreed with after the game."I got to do a better job at the beginning of the game to make my shots, but you play a guy like me down the stretch," said LaVine, who finished with four points.
Bulls vs Pelicans Odds, Starting Lineup, Injury Report, Predictions, TV Channel for Nov. 16
Losers in four of their last five games, the Chicago Bulls enter precarious territory as they sink below a .500record in a highly competitive Eastern Conference.Things won't get easier from here, as two of their next three games come against the Celtics and Bucks, which is why picking up a win tonight against the New Orleans is crucial.
4 NBA Draft prospects that make tanking worth it for Bulls
With the upcoming 2023 NBA Draft looking more loaded than ever in recent years, it should come as no surprise that several teams around the league already have their eyes set on the future.After a disappointing 26-33 start to their season, perhaps it's time the Chicago Bulls join the club and try bottoming out to bounce back stronger next year.
Nets routed by Bulls 131-87 in first game back from All-Star break | amNewYork
CHICAGO (AP) - Zach LaVine scored 32 points on 12-of-17 shooting and the Chicago Bulls drubbed the Brooklyn Nets 131-87 on Friday night to snap a six-game skid.Chicago held Brooklyn to a season low in points; its previous worst was 92 in a loss to Boston in December.The Nets lost by their biggest margin this season, one point worse than a defeat by the Celtics on Feb. 1. Nikola Vucevic and Andre Drummond each had 13 points and 10 rebounds for the Bulls.
Bulls 118, Knicks 117: Scenes from charity stripe crimes.
Judging by the sounds from the broadcast, Friday nights at Madison Square Garden can get pretty rowdy.I've never had the pleasure but maybe some loyal P&T readers will start a GoFundMe to send your intrepid blogger to the World's Most Famous Arena.The home crowd witnessed a wild Knicks (18-15) game tonight, and yet 44 points from RJ Barrett couldn't offset the team's 15-of-26 performance at the free throw line in a 118-117 loss to the Chicago Bulls (13-18).
3 Bulls players who majorly impressed in back-to-back road trip wins
As the Chicago Bulls strolled into Miami on Tuesday possessing an 11-18 record, all talk surrounding this team involved locker room dysfunction, potential coaching and roster changes, and the reality of a long-term rebuild.Just two short days later, and things are starting to feel... right again?Now, I don't want to overreact here after just two wins.
Bulls making substantial progress toward fixing their biggest weakness
Last year, I think everyone can agree that three-point shooting and rebounding were the Chicago Bulls' biggest weaknesses that opposing teams repeatedly used to their advantage.While signing Andre Drummond immediately addressed the issue on the boards, the Bulls left many skeptical after failing to add any genuine threats from outside in free agency or the draft.
Breaking down the Chicago Bulls' early 2022-23 performance
Have you ever heard the phrase, "Don't judge a book by its cover?"How about, "Get to know someone before making assumptions?"Labeling individuals, placing stereotypes, and being judgemental are some of the worst things we can do in this life.With all the technology enhancement and accessibility to applications within a blink of an eye, it's easy to open up the NBA app, look at the Chicago Bulls ' current 6-10 record and see that they aren't at the top of the East and say, "Wow, I'm done with them."
Billy Donovan's 4th quarter coaching is poisoning the Chicago Bulls
As the saying goes, winning cures all problems.Unfortunately, the wins aren't rolling in quite like they used to and the symptoms plaguing the Chicago Bulls are becoming increasingly apparent to even the untrained eye.The root of the problem doesn't stem from a lack of talent, however, but rather Billy Donovan's ineffectiveness as head coach in critical situations.
Can Bulls still make the Playoffs? NBA Standings, odds, and predictions
As the Chicago Bulls march toward the end of February with a 27-33 record in tow, it would be no understatement to say this year's team has massively disappointed when compared to last season's rendition.Still, as long as there are games to be played, there's hope the Bulls' big three of Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan, and Nikola Vucevic can drag this franchise to the promised land of the NBA Playoffs.
Simply put, the Raptors need this one.Toronto and Chicago face off for the third and final time this regular season.They split a home and home series in November, making tonight's game the all-important rubber match.The Bulls are currently 1.5 games behind the Raptors for ninth, with Washington sandwiched in between.
Recap: Raptors use big fourth quarter from Scottie Barnes to defeat Bulls 104-98
In a battle of teams that have mostly underachieved this season, it was the resurgent Toronto Raptors that were able to claim a pivotal victory over the Chicago Bulls, 104-98.With the win, Toronto moves 2.5 games up on the Bulls in the standings, and claims the season series 2-1, giving them the tiebreaker should they need it.
Raptors at Bulls Matchup: Toronto looks to sweep two-game set
It's a fun night in the NBA.With the league encouraging people to get out and vote in Tuesday's midterm elections in the United States, a full suite of games are scheduled for Monday - with all 30 teams in action and games starting 15 minutes apart.With no games tomorrow, it's a perfect opportunity to melt into the couch and channel surf some hoops.
First of all, let's celebrate ball night!This is because there are no scheduled games for tomorrow, due to the U.S. midterm elections.The NBA is hoping to encourage fans to vote instead.So far the Raptors have split their baseball-like two game sets.They got revenge in Miami after dropping the first game.
1 stud and 1 dud from very close Raptors win against Bulls
Even though Pascal Siakam was unable to perform due to a groin injury, Fred VanVleet, Christian Koloko, and the Toronto Raptors were not going to be shown any mercy by the Chicago Bulls.Nikola Vucevic and DeMar DeRozan were ready to stick it to an undermanned Raptors team.After getting beaten down in the first quarter, a byproduct of trying to find their way without Siakam, the Raptors went into halftime with a lead thanks to some hot second-quarter shooting buoyed by the return of VanVleet.
Fred VanVleet, left, scored 30 points and added 11 assists to lead the Raptors past the visiting Bulls 113-104 on Sunday.(Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press) On a night with no Pascal Siakam, Fred VanVleet did plenty of heavy lifting.VanVleet had 30 points and 11 assists in his first game back after missing three straight with lower back tightness, to lead Toronto to an entertaining 113-104 victory over former Raptor DeMar DeRozan and the Chicago Bulls on Sunday.
Reports have been coming out that Lonzo Ball will miss the remainder of this season and undergo another platelet-rich plasma injection in his troublesome knee to help subsidize the pain.With this information coming to light, it's time to reflect and review on the Lonzo Ball experience for the Chicago Bulls.
Bulls vs Pacers Bold Prediction and Special Promo (Win BIG on the Bulls)
Two teams on the brink of playoff contention meet tonight as they try to jockey for position in the Eastern Conference standings.I have a bold prediction for this game that Bulls fans will have some fun betting on, ESPECIALLY if they do so with the new user promotion that's going on right now at Caesars Sportsbook.
Jason brings on Bulls and NBA writer Rob Schaefer.The guys break down the Bulls' struggles and what the goals are with a few weeks left in the regular season (6:30), who should the Bulls build with out of Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan, and Nikola Vucevic (22:36), and what have we learned about Bulls VP Arturas Karnisovas (41:10).
Chicago Bulls impress fans in dominate win over Pistons in Paris
25 years after Michael Jordan and the championship-winning Chicago Bulls took Paris by storm, the 2022-23 rendition of the Bulls once again found themselves in the City of Lights to take on the Detroit Pistons.In a game that threatened to see the Bulls once again play down to their opponent's level, they put together a strong 4-quarter game where they managed to walk away with a dominant 126-108 victory.
Nikola Vucevic is peaking at the right time for the Chicago Bulls
Night in and night out, Nikola Vucevic is the constant force on this Chicago Bulls roster that presents himself with a steadfast demeanor that gets him through each night in a consistent and dependable way.From the moment you see him put his first bucket through the net, to the last bucket, the other 30 points that were scored in between are often lost in the woodwork.
3 Controversial decisions that altered the Bulls' future forever
After their recent showcase in Paris ended with a win (did you know LaVine is French for 10th in the conference?), the Chicago Bulls sit at 21-24, with the All-Star break looming.Sitting within sniffing distance of both the playoffs and lottery, the Bulls have had to grapple with the mortality of a core featuring Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan, and Nikola Vucevic.
3 Takeaways from the Chicago Bulls win over the Warriors
The Chicago Bulls finally managed to defeat the Warriors 132-118 on Sunday, marking their first win over the Dubs since March 2, 2017, snapping an 11-game losing streak against the team.Nikola Vucevic was the star of the day, scoring a career-high 43 points and adding 13 rebounds and 4 steals.Zach LaVine also added 27 points, 9 boards, and 6 assists.
Bulls say yes to this proposed trade while Hornets get stung
The Chicago Bulls are in a difficult place this season, with a roster built as if it were a contender but the results of a back-end lottery team this season.The Bulls have plenty of firepower, but the sum total of its parts this year has been disappointing.Tanking is absolutely an option, but so is trying to retool, be the best they can be this season, and then reassess things in the offseason.
Draymond Green says Warriors lack urgency after loss to Bulls: That's what we got to figure out'
CHICAGO The Warriors could provide few answers for why they've consistently struggled on the road after their latest ugly showing away from the Bay.I wish I had the answer for you, Draymond Green said after the Bulls handed the Warriors a 132-118 loss to kick them back below .500 on the season.It's ringing in my head probably the same way it's ringing in yours.
Recap: Klutch Kuzma in full effect; Wizards win 100-97 over Bulls
KLUTCH KUZMA!!! Kyle Kuzma sealed the win for the Washington Wizards with his only made three-pointer with 5.7 seconds remaining in the game.That shot ended the the Wizards three-game losing streak and secured the victory over the Chicago Bulls, 100-97.The Wizards were without Kristaps Porzingis, Bradley Beal and Daniel Gafford tonight, but Washington tried their best to compete and get over being short-handed.
Bulls wipe out Nets' run with 'attention to detail'
CHICAGO -- The Chicago Bulls snapped the Brooklyn Nets' 12-game winning streak with a 121-112 victory Wednesday night, handing Brooklyn its first loss since Dec. 4. Nets star Kevin Durant scored 44 points on 15-of-22 shooting, but the Bulls halted the longest winning streak in the NBA this season by controlling the game from the start.
The longest winning streak in Brooklyn Nets history came to a halt in Chicago Wednesday night.Despite a whirlwind 44-point performance by Kevin Durant, the Nets took a loss for the first time in a month, seeing their Brooklyn-best streak end at 12 games with a 121-112 defeat to the Bulls in front of a sellout crowd of 21,418 fans at the United Center.
Patrick Williams is proving he's the key to the Bulls' future
In a relatively short career to date, 21-year-old Patrick Williams has encountered his fair share of criticism and frustration from Chicago Bulls fans thus far.After having his sophomore campaign cut short to just 17 games due to injury, the pressure to meet expectations of greatness was only amplified by limited opportunities for growth.
Is Coby White's time with the Chicago Bulls nearing an end?
Coby White just can't seem to catch a break, can he?Despite seeming on the verge of a breakout several times in his career, this latest injury is just the most recent example of a setback holding the guard back from taking a big role with the Chicago Bulls.This is now the fourth time he's missed a stretch of multiple games over the last two seasons.
3 players worth watching as Bulls close out December with back-to-back
After DeMar DeRozan's heroic back-to-back buzzer-beaters to end 2021 and begin 2022, I doubt many here will forget just how memorable last New Year's was for the Chicago Bulls.While it may be a difficult act to follow up on, the Bulls will get a chance to once again deliver their own NYE fireworks as they close out the year against their divisional rival Cleveland Cavaliers.
1 stud and 1 dud as overconfident Bulls get steamrolled by Rockets
Entering Monday's contest against the Houston Rockets, all the momentum appeared to be on the side of a Chicago Bulls squad on a three-game win streak.The Rockets had lost their last five games as well, and should have been little more than a footnote on Chicago's path back to a .500winning percentage.
Sign up for our amNY Sports email newsletter to get insights and game coverage for your favorite teams NEW YORK (AP) - DeMar DeRozan's jumper with less than a second to play gave the Chicago Bulls a 118-117 victory over the New York Knicks on Friday night.DeRozan finished with 25 points in Chicago's third straight victory.
Freebies for everybody but the New York Knickerbockers!
The New York Knicks (18-15) came out winners of their 2022-23 season series against the Chicago Bulls (14-18) earning a 2-1 overall record after winning two games on the road at United Center last week and losing at MSG on Friday, 118-117.After putting eight dubs together through a streak spanning from Dec. 4 to Dec. 20, the Knicks find themselves down 0-2 following their last two games.
The Knicks and Bulls meet for the second time in three days as New York looks to take the season series over Chicago in the Windy City on Friday night.These two longtime foes meet again after an overtime thriller on Wednesday saw the Knicks take down the Bulls in overtime 128-120.The Knicks were led by tremendous performances by Julius Randle, Jalen Brunson and the youngster, Quentin Grimes.
Knicks 128, Bulls 120 (OT): Scenes from the offense's much-appreciated overtime revival
The New York Knicks took command in overtime and beat the Bulls in Chicago, 128-120, on Wednesday night.This is just a postgame thread, so I don't want to talk about the brutal end of regulation - let's just say it was a cavalcade of DeMar DeRozan free throws and terrible Julius Randle decisions on offense.
The Chicago Bulls' 'Big 3' are finally playing like one
Following the Chicago Bulls' big 118-117 victory over the New York Knicks, it's hard to not feel quite a bit better about this team's future despite their poor 14-18 record.Posting their first three-game win streak of the season, the Bulls are looking better than ever, and it's all thanks to the 'Big 3' of DeMar DeRozan, Zach LaVine, and Nikola Vucevic.
Chicago Bulls are making Nikola Vucevic work for his money
Averaging 16.9 points, 10.4 rebounds, and 2.9 assists with a sweet 37.4% shooting stroke from deep, not many centers in the NBA offer the three-level production that Nikola Vucevic does for the Chicago Bulls.Still, with his contract set to expire heading into this offseason, it's hard to escape the sense that he's playing to keep his job past this year.
Rockets vs. Bulls best bet: Can Bulls keep win streak alive?
The Chicago Bulls have won three straight games heading into their Monday matchup with the Houston Rockets at United Center.DeMar DeRozan's game-winning jumper on Friday night lifted Chicago to a win over the New York Knicks, and the team is starting to turn things around after a brutal start to the 2022-23 season.
Bulls dominate third quarter, snap Heat win streak
The Miami Heat came into Tuesday's night matchup with the Chicago Bulls on a four-game winning streak.The Bulls, on the other hand, had dropped their last four games.Both teams had a reversal of fortune.Miami seemed to be in good position when they won the second quarter 36-21, including this great alley-oop from Duncan Robinson to Bam Adebayo.
Lakers could be entering danger zone without Anthony Davis
The Lakers could be set for some dark days ahead with Anthony Davis' injury and the uncertainty around it.As the Lakers continue seeking further opinions about AD's foot and time passes before the Lakers make a more clear announcement on his timeline, it's hard not to feel more and more pessimistic about it.
Report: Lakers are interested in both Nikola Vucevic, DeMar DeRozan of Bulls
While the Bulls may not be interested in Russell Westbrook - or at least posturing as such for now - the Lakers don't share the same feeling about a pair of marquee Chicago players.A day after reports came out the Bulls have no interest as things stand in trading for Russ, Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report noted that the Lakers are interested in DeMar DeRozan and Nikola Vucevic.
Report: Bulls have 'no interest' in Russell Westbrook, even if Lakers give them draft picks
All season, there have been varying degrees of buzz, speculation, rumors and everything in between connecting the Los Angeles Lakers and Chicago Bulls as potential trade partners on a deal involving Russell Westbrook.Back in October, when discussing what deals the Lakers might potentially be waiting on in regards to why they didn't do the Buddy Hield and Myles Turner trade with Indiana, Jovan Buha - one of the most well-sourced reporters on the Lakers beat - mentioned DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine as players the team was potentially hoping would become available if Chicago decided to blow up their roster and rebuild.
The Lakers thought they might be able to trade for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander if the Thunder tanked
The Los Angeles Lakers are still playing the waiting game in regard to making a trade or not.Despite the fact that the front office may, someday, end up looking smart and calculated when they do eventually make a deal that makes these already-surging Lakers even better, there is currently no other reported avenue that seems plausibly available to them other than the heavily-rumored Indiana Pacers package.
Report: Lakers have had 'internal discussions' about DeMar DeRozan, Nikola Vucevic trade
The idea behind the Lakers continuing to wait for a trade as the calendar moved along was the hope of a new deal from an underwhelming team would emerge.And while it hasn't gotten to that point just yet, there is an intriguing name that could be coming available in the coming days and weeks.After being one of the surprises of the Eastern Conference NBA this season, the Chicago Bulls have taken a big step back this season.
Billy Donovan embarrasses himself in Bulls OT loss against Hawks
Entering Sunday night's game against the Hawks in Atlanta, the Chicago Bulls had all the momentum on their side coming off two consecutive wins.With the Hawks having two of their top three players sidelined due to ankle sprain injuries, the Bulls had a golden opportunity to secure a big win against an Eastern Conference rival.
Bulls could redeem 2019 draft mistake in potential Knicks trade
Three and a half years ago, the Chicago Bulls entered the 2019 NBA Draft Lottery likely hoping they'd be able to land one of the class' elite guards like Ja Morant and Darius Garland, or even the biggest prize of them all in Zion Williamson.Unfortunately, they'd end up with the 7th overall pick and select UNC's Coby White, a score-first guard who has unfortunately been able to leave a big imprint on this Bulls' team.
Which Chicago Bulls player contributes the most to winning games?
Fifteen games into the 2022-23 season, it doesn't seem like the Chicago Bulls can buy a win right now.After a loss to the New Orleans Pelicans, who were without Zion Williamson, the Bulls have fallen to a 6-9 record and are scuffling.For a season that started with high expectations and dreams of a deep playoff run, the Chicago Bulls' play on the court has left a lot to be desired.
5 former players the Chicago Bulls should have never given up on
Of all the criticism I've heard directed toward the Chicago Bulls over the last calendar year - and believe me, there's been a lot - some of it has been particularly valid, and some of it... less so.There is one fault, however, that I do think many have overlooked as the Bulls have rushed to acquire star talent and contend now.
5-5 Record is much more promising than it sounds for the Chicago Bulls
After starting the season off to an encouraging 7-3 record just a year ago, many Chicago Bulls fans were likely hoping to be in a better position than 5-5 through 10 games this time around.Fret not, because I believe the Bulls' performance in this early stretch is just as encouraging, if not more so, than what we saw from last year's roster.
Bulls vs Celtics Bold Betting Predictions Today (Vucevic and DeRozan Power Bulls to Victory)
Coming off two straight wins, the Bulls gun for a third consecutive victory against a floundering Celtics team that's lost four of five.This should be a competitive game, as Chicago ranks ninth in the NBA in net rating (2.8) while Boston is 10th (1.9), though the Bulls won four of the last six meetings between these squads.