Warriors will be frequent fliers Aug 8, 2008
Warriors fans can get their first look at the last two No. 1 overall draft picks early in the season: Greg Oden - the top pick in 2007 who missed all of last season - makes his first visit to Oakland with the Portland Trailblazers on Nov. 18, and Derrick Rose, the first overall pick in the June draft, will lead the Chicago Bulls into Oracle on Nov. 21. Warriors end their season April 15, at Phoenix. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Bobcats to open against Cavs Aug 7, 2008
The former Michigan State player played in 21 games for the Cavaliers and the Chicago Bulls last season. CLIPPERS ACQUIRE NOVAK: The Los Angeles Clippers acquired Steve Novak, a 6-foot-10 forward who can shoot from the perimeter, in a deal with the Houston Rockets on Wednesday. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Follow the Demon Deacons at the 2008 Olympics Aug 6, 2008
After two seasons with the Kings, he signed with the Chicago Bulls in 2005. He has spent each of the last two seasons with the Washington Wizards. (Wakeforestsports.com)
* Sport Briefs Aug 1, 2008
Luol Deng has reached agreement on terms of a new National Basketball Association contract with the Chicago Bulls that should make him among Britains richest athletes. The Bulls did not release details of Dengs deal, but ESPN reported the contract was a six-year deal worth a guaranteed US$71 million and incentives that could boost the total package as high as US$80 million. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Transactions Aug 1, 2008
CHICAGO BULLS Agreed to terms with F Luol Deng on a six-year contract. DETROIT PISTONS Signed G Will Bynum. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Bulls waive Curry Aug 1, 2008
Advertisements The Associated Press The Chicago Bulls have waived guard JamesOn Curry ... BULLS GIVE DENG LONG DEAL: The Chicago Bulls drafted their point guard of the future last month, and now they've locked up their best player, signing versatile forward Luol Deng, 23, to a six-year deal ... Weems, a second-round pick by the Chicago Bulls who was acquired by the Nuggets on draft night, is expected to fully recover in time for the start of training camp on Sept. 30. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Bulls sign Deng Aug 1, 2008
- The Chicago Bulls drafted their point guard of the future last month and now they've locked up their best player, signing versatile forward Luol Deng to a long-term extension. "Obviously we're incredibly happy to get Luol signed," general manager John Paxson said at a news conference Thursday announcing the six-year contract. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Cabrera, NY's Ramirez suspended Aug 1, 2008
The Chicago Bulls waived guard JamesOn Curry. Curry, who spent most of last season in the Developmental League, was arrested in January in Idaho and pleaded guilty to resisting arrest and urinating in public. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
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It kind of reminds me of the Chicago Bulls, when management decided they needed to start rebuilding while the team was still winning championships. Makes no sense to me. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Yankees add I-Rod, Jul 31, 2008
Restricted free agent forward Luol Deng and the Chicago Bulls have agreed to six-year contract that could be worth as much as $80 million. The Bulls e-mailed a news release announcing the "contract signing of Luol Deng." No details on the deal were released. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Deng expresses delight with new contract Jul 31, 2008
CHICAGO - Luol Deng says he is delighted with his new deal with the Chicago Bulls. Deng has agreed to a six-year contract, the value of which hasn't been disclosed by the team. (Northwest Indiana Times)
Person within NBA: Deng, Bulls agree to new deal Jul 31, 2008
CHICAGO (AP) - Restricted free agent forward Luol Deng and the Chicago Bulls have agreed to six-year contract that could be worth as much as $80 million, according to a person within the league who is familiar with the situation. The person spoke on the condition of anonymity because an official announcement had not been made Wednesday morning, but was expected later in the day or Thursday. (FindLaw News)
Braves' Hudson ponders elbow surgery Jul 31, 2008
Basketball Deng, Bulls agree to new contract Restricted free agent forward Luol Deng and the Chicago Bulls agreed to six-year contract that could be worth as much as $80 million. The deal was reported by the Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, and , which said the contract would include $71 million in guaranteed money. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Artest Reportedly Headed To Houston Jul 30, 2008
The 28-year-old Artest, a first-round draft pick by the Chicago Bulls in 1999, averaged 20. 5 points and 5. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Former Duke star Banks to teach camp in Plymouth Jul 30, 2008
He played four seasons with the Spurs before moving onto the Chicago Bulls to play two years. The 6 7 forward ended his NBA career in 1987 with career averages of 11. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Top Coaches and Premier Basketball Clinic Headed to Dallas Jul 24, 2008
Jayhawks' Bill Self, Tigers' John Calipari and the Chicago Bulls' Del Harris to Lead 2008 Elevate Your Game, Inc. Coaches Clinic DALLAS, July 23 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Dallas-based Elevate Your Game, Inc. (EYG) today announced that some of the top names in basketball will participate in its 2008 coaches clinic. Bill Self, Head Coach of the 2008 National Champions Kansas Jayhawks; John Calipari Head Coach of the Memphis Tigers, 2008 National Championship Finalists; and Del Harris of the... (PR Newswire)
D-Will to Return to Champaign Jul 22, 2008
Deron Williams will return to Champaign on Oct. 17 as the Utah Jazz face the Chicago Bulls in a Preseason Game at the Assembly Hall ... - Former Fighting Illini star and current Utah Jazz point guard will revisit the Assembly Hall court on Oct. 17 as the Jazz take on the Chicago Bulls at 7:30 p.m. in an NBA Preseason Game. (Fightingillini.com)
Thomas Gardner Joins Atlanta Hawks Summer League Roster Jul 17, 2008
Gardner got his first taste of NBA action last season with the Chicago Bulls. Gardner played in four regular-season games with the Bulls, averaging 5. (Mutigers.com)
Phoenix's basketball haven Jul 16, 2008
Their father, B.B. Fontenet, once drafted by the Chicago Bulls, now sits in the corner of the gym, snacking on popcorn and licorice and scouting the future. "Nothing has ever existed like this here," B.B. Fontenot said. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Rose gets traffic school after speeding violation Jul 15, 2008
ST. CHARLES Besides the media attention, additional security, autograph requests and cell-phone snapped photos, Chicago Bulls point guard Derrick Rose was treated like anyone else Monday in traffic court. Rose admitted to his April 29 speeding violation, which required a court appearance because it was more than 40 mph over the 65 mph limit, and was placed on six months' court supervision. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Bulls pick Rose pleads guilty to speeding charge Jul 15, 2008
CHICAGO (AP) -The Chicago Bulls No. 1 draft choice Derrick Rose pleaded guilty Monday to driving more than 40 mph over the speed limit on an Illinois highway back in April. Kane County Associate Judge Robert J. Morrow ordered Rose to pay a $1,000 fine and attend traffic school, according to the county's state's attorney's office. (MSNBC -- Sports)
No. 1 pick guilty of driving 106 Jul 15, 2008
CHICAGO The Chicago Bulls No. 1 draft choice Derrick Rose pleaded guilty Monday to driving more than 40 mph over the speed limit on an Illinois highway back in April ... Chicago Bulls guard Derrick Rose, with tendinitis in his right knee, watches from the bench during the Bulls' NBA summer league basketball game against the Orlando Magic in Orlando, Fla. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Peach Jam: Great Wall rises Jul 14, 2008
He's drawn comparisons to Derrick Rose, the point guard who led Memphis to the national title game as a freshman before being drafted No. 1 overall by the Chicago Bulls. "The game is evolving with a focus on (that type of player)," said Justin Young, a recruiting analyst whose service has rated Wall the top player in the nation since May. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Fast rise has Paul on the world stage Jul 14, 2008
He and Chicago Bulls guard Kirk Hinrich ran the offense in Japan but labored while adjusting to the bumping and shoving in the backcourt allowed by international officials -- more than what is allowed in the NBA.Dallas guard Jason Kidd and Utah's Deron Williams, both physically bigger than Paul and Hinrich, were added to the national roster in 2007 to address that. Paul said having that bronze-medal run in Japan keyed his NBA rise and prepped him for Beijing. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Wojciechowski: Bring back Brett Jul 13, 2008
It didn't make him any less of a legend, any less of a Chicago Bulls icon. His career was defined by what he did in that uniform, not by what he did with the Birmingham Barons or Washington Wizards. (ESPN -- Football News)
Chris Duhon signs with Knicks Jul 13, 2008
"He just has a lot of confidence that we'll flourish in this type of type of system."Duhon spent his first four years with the Chicago Bulls, averaging a career-low 5. 8 points last season. (News & Observer -- Sports)
76ers awaiting Brand signing Jul 13, 2008
Now, he's heading back to the Eastern Conference, where he began his career with the Chicago Bulls. Philadelphia targeted a big man this summer and had Hawks restricted free agent Josh Smith in town last week for a visit, but left without presenting him with an offer sheet. (News & Observer -- Sports)
PREP SPORTS IN DANGER: Economy hits sports programs Jul 13, 2008
Cimmino, a social studies teacher who counts Chicago Bulls star Ben Gordon as a program alum, considers sports a critical part of any high school's curriculum. The Mount Vernon school board disagrees. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Former Tiger Thomas Gardner Playing With Toronto This Summer Jul 13, 2008
Gardner played in four regular-season games for the Chicago Bulls last season ... Gardner got his first taste of NBA action last season with the Chicago Bulls. (Mutigers.com)
Beasley steals show from Rose Jul 8, 2008
John Raoux / APMiami Heat forward Michael Beasley, center, drives past Chicago Bulls guard Keith Langford, left, and guard Derrick Rose on Monday ... If Beasley was the tiniest bit anxious about his first pro outing one that came against the Chicago Bulls and Derrick Rose, the only player selected before him in last months NBA draft he hid the nerves perfectly. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Beasley, Heat knock off Rose, Bulls in summer league Jul 8, 2008
The Miami Heat defeated the Chicago Bulls 94-70 in both teams' Orlando summer league opener ... If Beasley was the tiniest bit anxious about his first pro outing one that came against the Chicago Bulls and Derrick Rose, the only player selected before him in last month's NBA draft he hid the nerves perfectly. (USA Today -- Sports)
5 Dynamic Dividend Stocks Jul 8, 2008
The New York Yankees of the '50s and the Chicago Bulls and Dallas Cowboys of the '90s had one crucial element in common: consistent excellence in their organizations and performance. That's a rare accomplishment, but if you think it could never occur in your portfolio, think again. (MSNBC -- Business)
Beasley-Rose matchup drawing big hype Jul 7, 2008
Roses Chicago Bulls face Beasleys Miami Heat on Monday, one of three games that will open the Orlando summer leagues weeklong schedule. For a meaningless matchup, theres an abundance of big-game hype. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Doug Thomas in summer league Jul 7, 2008
Doug Thomas, a Hawkeye who earned a reputation for dunks that made Hawkeye fans jump out of their seats every night, is on the Chicago Bulls' summer team roster ... The Energy is that league's affiliate for both the Chicago Bulls and Phoenix Suns. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Heat's Beasley returns to drills following injury Jul 6, 2008
His status Monday for the summer-league opener in Orlando against the Chicago Bulls and Derrick Rose, who went No. 1 overall in the June 26 draft, one spot ahead of Beasley remains listed as day-to-day. Beasley was struck by a teammates elbow in a defensive drill Wednesday, causing the injury. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Beavers receive verbal commits Jul 6, 2008
He was an assistant strength coach with the Chicago Bulls from 2001-06. DH Reader Comments. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Report: Duhon agrees to deal with Knicks Jul 5, 2008
In this Dec. 15, 2006 file photo, Chicago Bulls guard Chris Duhon runs down the court in a game against Milwaukee. Duhon verbally agreed to a deal with the New York Knicks on Friday, he and his agent told The Sporting News. (Anchorage Daily News)
Heat's Beasley has slight crack in sternum Jul 5, 2008
His status for the start of summer league play against the Chicago Bulls and No. 1 overall pick Derrick Rose remains day-to-day. Also on this story. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Report: Duhon To Become A Knickerbocker Jul 5, 2008
Duhon spent the first four seasons of his career with the Chicago Bulls, who made him a second round pick in the 2004 Draft. Throughout his career, the Duke product averaged 6. (ABC 7 News, DC)
OKLAHOMA BOUND: Sonics leave colorful history in Seattle Jul 5, 2008
They were back again in '96, Payton, Kemp, Hersey Hawkins, coach George Karl and the rest running into the 72-10 Chicago Bulls team in the championship round. It is part of Sonics lore and legend, along with 25 seasons finishing above. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Sports news briefs (Today) Jul 5, 2008
His status for the start of summer league play -- against the Chicago Bulls and No. 1 overall pick Derrick Rose -- remains day-to-day. More basketball. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Knicks reach deal with Bulls' Duhon Jul 5, 2008
Chris Duhon left the Chicago Bulls and agreed to a two-year deal yesterday, clearing the way for what is expected to be Marbury's eventual buyout or release. "Chris is very excited to be coming to the Knicks," his agent, Kevin Bradbury, said in a telephone interview yesterday. (NJ.com -- Sports)
Rose 'very comfortable' at first Bulls practice Jul 4, 2008
Charles Rex Arbogast / APDerrick Rose's focus will shift from marketing sessions (above) to playing basketball when the Chicago Bulls begin their summer league play in Orlando next week ... - Derrick Rose had a lot of questions at his first practice with the Chicago Bulls on Thursday. (MSNBC -- Sports)
South Carolina reports nine NCAA violations Jul 4, 2008
8226; PRO BASKETBALL -- Former NBA coaches Del Harris and Bernie Bickerstaff are returning to the sidelines, this time as assistants under new Chicago Bulls coach Vinny Del Negro. Harris and Bickerstaff will be joined by Bob Ociepka, an assistant the past two seasons with Minnesota, and holdover Pete Myers, the Bulls said. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Hornets' Paul agrees to $68 million extension Jul 4, 2008
"This is in line with what I've been saying the whole time. You see players take max deals and they financially bind their teams. I don't wanna be one of those players and three years down the road your team is strapped and can't do anything about it."BRIEFLY: Former NBA coaches Del Harris and Bernie Bickerstaff are returning to the sidelines, this time as assistants under new Chicago Bulls coach Vinny Del Negro. Bickerstaff is a former coach and general manager of the Charlotte Bobcats. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Daniels Signs with Chicago Bulls for Orlando Pro Summer League Jul 4, 2008
KINGSTON, R.I. -- is set to play with the Chicago Bulls in the 2008 Orlando Pro Summer League at the RDV Sportsplex from July 7-11. "The Bulls are a well-known organization and I'm excited for this opportunity," Daniels said. (Gorhody.com)
Beasley injured in first practice with Heat Jul 3, 2008
Chicago Bulls general manager John Paxson has the No. 1 pick in Thursday's june 26, 2008 NBA draft and a decision to make. (AP Photo/Disney). (MSNBC -- Sports)
New Baron of West? Jul 3, 2008
You can just imagine the Warriors on the phone to the Chicago Bulls or Memphis Grizzlies with the Davis debacle, declaring, "We need a point guard.". Perhaps the most appealing and seemingly available player is the Bulls' Kirk Hinrich because Chicago selected Memphis guard Derrick Rose with its No. 1 pick in the draft. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Poe: Hinrich benefit a smashing success Jul 2, 2008
Kirk Hinrich, team captain of the Chicago Bulls, took a little break from his celebrity status on Monday, returning to his hometown to host the first "Kirk for Kids" golf benefit at Sioux City Country Club ... Another of the featured items up for auction was a Chicago Bulls lower level luxury box. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Tony Parker Named Global Cover Athlete of EA's NBA Live 09 Jul 1, 2008
Parker is joined by some of the NBA's biggest international stars on packaging around the world, including the Los Angeles Lakers' Pau Gasol (Spain), Toronto Raptors' Andrea Bargnani (Italy) and Chicago Bulls' Luol Deng (UK) ... Luol Deng UK Chicago Bulls. (IGN PS2)
Bulls hope to blossom with Rose pointing way Jul 1, 2008
Russel Daniels / APChicago Bulls first round draft pick Derrick Rose, left, a Chicago native, smiles along with General manager John Paxson, right, during a news conference in Chicago, Monday, June 30, 2008 ... The Chicago Bulls hope the trend continues after taking Rose, who grew up on the citys South Side, with the No. 1 pick in last weeks draft even though they continue to preach patience. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Woods: Knee Was Sore His Entire Career Jul 1, 2008
Do you think the Chicago Bulls should have taken Derrick Rose with the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft. Yes. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
The New Bulls Jun 30, 2008
The Chicago Bulls look ahead to long-term success with their #1 draft pick, Derrick Rose, but some decisions must be made first. Maybe John Paxson knows what he's doing after all. (Suite101.com)
SOME HITS BUT MANY MORE QUESTIONS Jun 30, 2008
If Derrick Rose turns out to be the point guard that scouts and fans believe he can be, the Chicago Bulls are the clear winner of the 2008 NBA draft. The Bulls, who selected Rose with the first pick Thursday night, will quickly surge to the top of the Eastern Conference, and they should have numerous conference finals appearances in their future. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Bulls make Rose top pick Jun 29, 2008
Hours earlier, the Chicago Bulls selected Rose, who grew up on the city's South Side, with the No. 1 pick, choosing the Memphis guard over Kansas State forward Michael Beasley. With Beasley going second to Miami and Mayo following, college freshmen made up the first three picks for the first time in draft history. (West Frankfort Daily American, IL)
Thibault in front of, and behind, the Sun scene Jun 29, 2008
Thibault left for the Chicago Bulls in 1982, holding the same two jobs until 1986. During his stint, the Bulls acquired Michael Jordan, Charles Oakley and John Paxson, all of whom helped the Bulls reach the top of the NBA. After working in the World Basketball League and then the CBA from 1987-1996, he returned to the NBA with the Seattle SuperSonics and the Milwaukee Bucks. (New Haven Register, CT)
With Rose in hand,what's next for Bulls? Jun 28, 2008
CHICAGO - The Chicago Bulls answered one key question when they took Derrick Rose over Michael Beasley with the first pick in the draft on Thursday. Next question: Now what. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Swisher helps White Sox slam Cubs Jun 28, 2008
Notes: Derrick Rose, the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft by his hometown Chicago Bulls, threw out the first pitch. White Sox 2B Alexei Ramirez was a late scratch from the lineup to be with his wife, who is pregnant. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Top picks find wins difficult Jun 28, 2008
The 2008 NBA draft was held Thursday night in New York, and the top two players -- Memphis guard Derrick Rose, selected by the Chicago Bulls, and Kansas State forward Michael Beasley, taken by the Miami Heat -- have generated excitement for their prospective teams. But in terms of winning a title next season, history says forget it. (Albany Times Union)
* Bulls welcome Rose, Italys Gallinari met with catcalls Jun 28, 2008
The Chicago Bulls welcomed the return of hometown hero Derrick Rose, but New York fans showered Italian Danilo Gallinari with boos at this years National Basketball Association (NBA) entry draft. The Bulls used the first overall pick on Thursday to select Rose, who grew up in Chicago before leading the Memphis Tigers to a runner-up finish in his lone season of American college basketball. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Nuggets leap into draft to select Weems Jun 28, 2008
The Razorbacks swing man was selected by the Chicago Bulls with the 39th overall pick before being shipped to the Nuggets as part of a three-team trade in which Portland wound up with Denver's second-round pick in 2009. The Nuggets were surprised to see him tumble into the second round, ranking him as a mid first-round pick on their draft board. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
BYU's Plaisted at No. 46 Jun 28, 2008
At the Garden, NBA Commissioner David Stern only made it official: Rose would spend his rookie season in his hometown with the Chicago Bulls. For the first time in NBA history, three freshmen were taken as the No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 selections, when the Miami Heat took former Kansas State freshman standout Michael Beasley and the Minnesota Timberwolves took USC shooting guard O.J. Mayo. (The Daily Universe, UT)
Chamber to honor basketball legend Michael Jordan Jun 28, 2008
He went on to enjoy a 13-year career with the Chicago Bulls, earning six NBA titles. The chamber is a nonprofit organization representing 3,700 member companies. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
Fresh faces taken early Jun 27, 2008
Starting with Memphis freshman guard Derrick Rose, who went first overall to the Chicago Bulls, four of the first five picks and five of the first 10 were freshmen. The second name announced at Madison Square Garden was Kansas State freshman forward Michael Beasley, taken by the Miami Heat, and next to go was another freshman, Southern Cal guard O.J. Mayo to the Minnesota Timberwolves, who later dealt him to the Memphis Grizzlies. (Boston Globe)
10 things I hate about you, sports Jun 27, 2008
The Chicago Bulls had it right. Introduce the visitors, turn out the lights, start the Sirius song by the Alan Parsons Project, then intro the home team. (Lompoc Record, CA)
