Derkach77 Official Bulls Blog/News Thread

[srtfinest]

Hey Bulls insider, I was going to pick up some tickets on Friday Oct 2...do you think there be any 100 row seats available? I'mtrying to go to at least three games this year Thunder,Lakers, Cavs or Heat I don't want to pay 300 plus for those seats.

[#1 Bulls Insider]

Of course they'll be actually I think 30 or more are open man....I'm going to that game also.

September 30th, 2009:

[[JA]24]

I'm going to keep an eye on this thread when the season starts and as it progresses. Good idea dude.

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Originally Posted by #1 Bulls Insider

September 30th, 2009:

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[Bullsaj23]

This Thread will be about my latest blogs of the Chicago Bulls season/off-season(which slithers to an end) and I'll be keeping everyone updated with the latest Chicago Bulls news, rumors, transactions, etc. My style of writing will be different then #1 Bulls Insider, and I would like you to see another perception of reading another Chicago Bulls fan. Instead of copying and pasting each news, I will be posting my interpation, unlike #1 Bulls Insider.





Sep 28, 2009 5:01 PM EST:

Bulls coach Vinny Del Negro is going to miss Ben Gordon, but he's content with John Salmons.


"[Salmons] gives you a little more versatility," Del Negro told the Chicago Tribune. "We'll have to wait and see how all that pans out, but you like that length.


"One of the areas we struggled was defensive rebounding, so with more size at the two [shooting guard] and with Luol (Deng) back healthy and then with a couple of rookies that have some length ... it gives us some more options and versatility."


Opposing two-guards won't be able to post up against Chicago often anymore, as Salmons provides a bigger obstacle.


"The only difference is really on defense," Salmons said of moving from small forward to shooting guard. "Guarding the two and the three, sometimes, is going against two totally different players. Threes are more post-up wings, one-on-one players. A lot of twos run off screens for the most part.


"Like when we play Boston, the three is Paul Pierce, a one-on-one player, and the two is Ray Allen, who runs off screens. It's a big difference defensively."

Interpretation:

John Salmons can play the shooting guard and small forward which is a very great attribute. John is about 6'6 and is much taller then Ben Gordon and can actually play defense, as shown in the Celtics series, and can rebound. Gordon, was only a streaky - shooter and would not try on defense at all. Gordon was not barely 6'0, when he was listed 6'3. The Bulls get better defensively and Salmons, if healthy, can provide the spark in which they lost on offense when Gordon was gone. The Bulls used to be one of the best defensive teams in the league, under Scott Skiles, but under Vinny Del Negro they were decent. I'm not trying to be biased and state that Gordon did not accomplish anything in Chicago, but I love Ben Gordon as the next Chicago Bulls Fan, but it's time to move on. He had a great run in Chicago and it's John Salmons' turn in Chicago. Salmons provided offensive when the team was cold, during the playoffs, and when Gordon was not feeling it on offense.

[Ranga91]

http://www.mixmakers.net/forums/nba-...ml#post2221098

I think theres already a thread for this.

[#1 Bulls Insider]

Alright thank you very much man.

Bulls' Rose sees Chicago Olympics as a shoe-in:


Of course, unlike some Chicagoans, Rose probably has much to gain by his hometown hosting the Olympics. In the summer of 2016, he'll be 27, in the prime of his career and a good bet to be one of the 12 players on the roster for the U.S. men's basketball team.
''It would be an honor to be on that team with all the great players they'll have on that team,'' he said. ''I know it would do nothing but help me as a player, as a man, just seeing how the great players in the NBA take care of business off the court.''
Rose got a taste of what it would be like to be a part of a national team when he was one of 25 young, rising NBA players to participate in a USA Basketball men's national team minicamp this summer.
''When I was in high school, I thought it would be just like an AAU game or an all-star game -- you just go out there and play and try to win,'' he said. ''But when you're playing for your country, it's way bigger than, I think, an NBA championship.''
Single-game tickets to all Bulls games go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. Tickets can be purchased at the United Center box office, Bulls.com, Ticketmaster or by calling 1-800-4NBA-TIX.


Miller's expiring contract tempting trade bait to teams:

The last Bulls fans saw of Brad Miller, he was playing impact minutes down the stretch of the epic playoff series against the Celtics and getting knocked upside the head by Rajon Rondo.

But don't feel sorry for the veteran center. The scam he pulled over the offseason endures.

Miller got to travel the world filming footage for "Country Boys Outdoors," a new TV show he's co-hosting that premieres on The Sportsman's Channel this month.

A self-described "hick" from Kendallville, Ind., who long has been passionate about hunting and fishing, Miller found himself chuckling over his good fortune when he, say, hunted red stagg or rabbits in New Zealand.

"We've been filming stuff for over three years," Miller said.

That's eight less than the number of seasons the wily veteran has played after leaving Purdue as an undrafted free agent.

"Obviously, you approach the offseasons a little differently now because you're looking more just to stay healthy," Miller said. "You don't recover as much as the young guys. So a lot more Advil, more time icing and just maintaining your body. Or hunting."

Indeed, Miller, 33, is at the stage of his career where he points to peak for the playoffs. And his value will increase as this season progresses no matter what: Either his expiring, $12.25 million contract is a tradable asset at the Feb. 2010 deadline or he offers steady, valuable minutes come the postseason like he did against the Celtics.

"The playoffs are the fun time," Miller said. "I don't even think about being traded. I know that's the business side, but I'm not remotely worried about it. I'm extremely happy to be here from the start of the season and having fun helping these young guys."

Coach Vinny Del Negro admitted having Miller is a luxury because of his dependability and downplayed that Aaron Gray's injury might force him to use Miller more than desired at the season's front end.

"Brad's in good condition," Del Negro said. "We have such a tough schedule starting off so we're going to have our rotation down by the end of the exhibition schedule."

ALSO: The Bulls canceled their final night practice session after working longer in the morning. ... Del Negro on replacement officials likely working Friday's exhibition opener against the Pacers: "You have to play through it and handle it as best you can."

October 1st Extended News:

It has already been a busy preseason for the Chicago Bulls, and they have yet to hit the international portion of their schedule as the NBA regular season approaches. Following Media Day, five sets of back-to-back practice sessions, and the team’s first preseason game in Indianapolis Friday against the Pacers all in one week, the Bulls will depart for London on Saturday evening to participate in NBA Europe Live 2009.
The four-day trip will culminate on Tuesday, Oct. 6, when the Bulls face the Utah Jazz at The O2 arena (1:30 p.m. CT on NBA TV). Tickets for the game are on sale now at www.theo2.co.uk or by calling 0844 856 0202.
Since the 1993 preseason games at Wembley Arena—the first NBA games in Europe—London has hosted four NBA games and seven teams. The Bulls last played in Europe at the 1997 McDonald’s Championship in Paris following the team’s fifth NBA title.
For Bulls forward Luol Deng, the game in London is a homecoming of sorts.
Deng’s father, Aldo, served in the Sudanese parliament and became the country’s Minister of Transportation before moving to Egypt to avoid Sudan’s civil war. In 1993, when Deng was eight years old, his father was granted political asylum in England. A new life in London began for Deng, and now, he couldn’t be happier to go back.
“I’m really excited that we get a chance to play in London,” Deng said as training camp opened. “I grew up there, and to have a chance to play in front of friends and family is exciting for me. I’m excited for the guys; taking a trip like that can bring you together as a team.”
He excelled at basketball and soccer as a youth living in South Norwood, but his play on the hardwood is where he truly made his mark. At the age of 14, he moved to the United States and enrolled at Blair Academy in New Jersey, where he was eventually ranked as the second best high school senior behind LeBron James. Following one season at Duke, Deng opted for the NBA and wound up with the Bulls via a draft night trade.
Deng is prepared to be a tour guide of sorts in London, and plans to do his best in showing his teammates around. He added that he expects a warm welcome from the natives.
“I’m also really excited for the fans in London,” said Deng. “There are a lot of Chicago Bulls fans there. Chicago is such a known team and it’s unbelievable how many fans we have in London.”
A member of the Great Britain national team, Deng has long been eyeing the summer of 2012, when London will host the Olympics. But he’s also got a keen interest in the 2016 summer games.
“I really hope it happens,” said Deng of Chicago’s 2016 bid, which will be announced Friday morning from Copenhagen.
Deng pitched in with the city’s campaign efforts, filming public service announcements earlier this summer.
“This is my sixth year in Chicago and I can’t say how much I love the city,” he said. “I think Chicago is ready to host it.”

The Chicago Bulls announced on Thursday that they have waived center Steven Hill.
Hill signed with Chicago on September 26.
Chicago's preseason roster now stands at 16.

OCTOBER 2ND 2009,

Player Updates/News:
Joakim Noah spent the summer working on extending his range on jumpers, adding 10 pounds of muscle and playing with the French national team. "I feel very confident," Noah said. "Plays like that one definitely help (referring to the steal and dunk against the Celtics). There were times earlier last season where I wasn't as confident. I worked really hard to get stronger and improve my shot during the offseason. I understand my role. I'm not trying to do too much.




PRESEASON:

The Chicago Bulls announced today the team has waived guard Curtis Stinson. Stinson (6-3, 215) signed with Chicago on September 26.
Chicago’s preseason roster now stands at 15.


Bulls vs Pacers 6 aclock Central Time TV:CSN+



And Bulls Great Writer Sam Smith Opens his Mailbag:
http://www.nba.com/bulls/news/asksam_091002.html

BULLS-PACERS now.....Full Highlights (4-6 minutes) will be up either late tonight or tomorrow morning.....also with my review of the game on my blog....Peace all Stay Tuned......

[AgentZero]

Are you seriously going to waste your time writing all of this, don't u have better things to do, these people don't care about you, they care about the stuff you put on.

I seriously think you are a hardcore bulls fan, but you don't have to write that much man, come on.

[#1 Bulls Insider]

Lol so far I have copied and pasted that stuff bro....that's all the latest news from sites....

Bulls Beat Pacers 104-95....Full Highlights either late tonight or early in morning along with my Blog entry....

Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas left the team's preseason victory over the Pacers on Friday night with a concussion. Chicago used a 34-19 advantage in the third quarter to beat Indiana in what was just the second preseason game for the NBA's replacement officials.
Thomas left the contest in the third period.
Rookie Taj Gibson led the Bulls with 19 points and 9 rebounds, while Indiana's Danny Granger led all scorers with 27 points.
"Taj is like the Energizer Bunny, just keeps on coming at ya," Bulls coach Vinny Del Negro said. "He shoots it better than you think, he's picking and popping, he's long. Just a great effort for a first game for a rookie. It's a good sign for him."

[Bullsaj23]

2009-10 Season Preview: Chicago Bulls
This is my second blog, comments & criticism greatly appreciated.
Authored By 23Bullsaj, NBA Dimensions Exclusive Senior Blogger.

2008-09 Record: 41-41, 7th Seed in the Eastern Conference.

Key Loses: Ben Gordon.

Key Rookies: Taj Gibson and James Johnson.

Probable Starting Line-Up:
Point Guard - Derrick Rose
Shooting Guard - John Salmons
Small Forward - Luol Deng
Power Forward: Tyrus Thomas
Center: Joakim Noah.

The Big Three: The Big Three here in Chicago are Luol Deng, Derrick Rose, and John Salmons. Luol Deng has been fighting off injuries on and off the last couple of seasons. Rose is the rookie sensation and prove doubters wrong, that it was just rookie luck. John Salmons, has a load of pressure, taken over Ben Gordon's position. The Chicago Bulls refused to negotiate with Ben Gordon and Jerry Reinsdorf, Chicago Bulls Owner, stated on Chicago's Comcast Sports Net, that the Bulls had no plans to resign Ben Gordon. Ben Gordon, shot maker, will be severely missed in Chicago and good luck in Detroit! John Salmons had a decent season last year and will continue to strive to become better. Luol Deng, who has the most pressure in the NBA to acheive, has been working at the gym since the season ended. Chicago Bulls General Manger stated that Luol Deng practically lived in the Berto Center and they would have to kick him out some days.

Derrick Rose, there's a load we could say about him, did you see the Chicago Bulls versus Boston Celtics Series? That truly was amazing and Rose proved all his doubters wrong. Rose had 36 points and had the most points for a rookie debut, even Michael Jordan didn't accomplish that, but let's not get carried away, Jordan's the greatest basketball player that ever lived anyways Derrick must prove all the hype received was not just luck, but was truly skill and he must lead the Bulls this season. Derrick, right after the playoff series ended, stated that he was going to be more aggresive this season. When Rose was aggressive, like in Game 1 of the playoff series, the Bulls won and Rose had 36 points. Rose, you gotta take the Bulls into the playoffs and into the second round at least. No pressure, kid.

John Salmons, slowly aging, but still has game, has a lot of pressure to acheive like the previous season. To increase pressure on John, the recent departure of Ben Gordon has made sorrow in Bulls Fans Hearts, which he must prove he can deliver. John plays better defense then Ben Gordon and now the Bulls can become one of the best defensive teams in the league once more. John Salmons, can crank up his game, when tested, and delivers. He may not be as streaky as Gordon, but John is very reliable, shown when he was traded from Sacramento. John can play shooting guard or forward and gives more versatility for the Bulls, stated by the Bulls Front Office.

Dynamic Duo: The Bulls could have a promising duo if Tyrus Thomas and Joakim Noah are improving their game since the season ended. Joakim Noah, stated, that he wants to be better offensively and he has this season to show that he can deliver. There's been a lot of disputes whether or not Tyrus Thomas should have been traded because he has the lowest basketball I.Q. in the league. Bulls Fans do not know if Tyrus has a post game yet, which we want him to develop, and he needs to work on his jumpers. Tyrus is a mix of a power forward and a small forward, he needs to become more of a power forward. He's been blessed with talent, now he just needs to use his head. If Joakim Noah, can deliver 10p.p.g./10r.p.g./3-4b.p.g., the Bulls and their fans will be extremely happy. The Bulls have inferred that they want Joakim as their center and aren't looking to trade him. Tyrus Thomas is on the block, per say, and could be headed somewhere, if his game does not drastically improve. The Bulls cannot wait anymore since the 2010 Free Agency Class will soon arrive.

Brad Miller, is unconcerned with being traded, during the season. The final year of Miller's contract is worth $12.25 million, which in the NBA's current economy could be a huge asset for a trading chip. A lot of teams will be trying to pry Miller from the Bulls. Miller has given Tyrus and Joakim veteran experience and fundamentals that they are keen to learn from Brad and Brad is keen to share them with both of them, for their improvement. This will be an interesting season for trades and much more.

Prediction: The Bulls, "Big Three, must come big this season and that's what will lead them to success. Derrick Rose will play a big chip this season and prove his doubters wrong, the same can be said as Luol Deng. With the departure of Ben Gordon, they'll be better defensively and still can spark points on the board. John Salmons will take the loss of Gordon on his shoulders and carry the Bulls on some sticky spots during the season. Joakim Noah and Tyrus Thomas are keen to improve, which is always a great attribute.

"In terms of personnel the Bulls are returning a team pretty similar to the one that made such long strides in last season's playoffs, with one glaring exception—Ben Gordon, their leading scorer the last four years, is now a Detroit Piston. Expectations remain relatively high for this group, however, if only because Rookie of the Year Derrick Rose is poised to further step up his game, and Joakim Noah and Tyrus Thomas are as close as they've ever been to fulfilling their tremendous potential. Adding in a healthy Luol Deng and a full season with John Salmons and Brad Miller, the Bulls are unquestionably a playoff team, but probably as a 5 or 6 seed. 2nd Place, Central Division", Joel Brigham from Hoops-World stated.


I'm agreeing with the above statement, and I see the Bulls as a 4-6 seed, depends on how well Derrick Rose, Luol Deng, and John Salmons play. If Deng returns to 05-06 all-star form, watch out! No matter how the Bulls do this season, the fans will keep their eyes on the Miami Heat's Standings. Dwyane Wade has stated he wants to be on a team that can win a NBA Championship and what better place to return to his hometown, if the Bulls do well this season.

Thank you for reading and comments & criticism are greatly appreciated.

23Bullsaj
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