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 The Heckler's July '08 Issue is outTuesday, July 8, 2008 Among the headlines: Big Z goes nuts and Santo gets lost at Home Depot for 8 hours The July 2008 edition of The Heckler is out on the streets and is guaranteed to make you laugh or your money back. Pick up your free copy in Chicago today, or subscribe and get it delivered to your home, office, email address or prison cell. Rose demands trade after Bulls pick huge guy from Istanbul instead of college teammate June 27, 2008 'What kind of organization are these guys running?' says first overall pick Derrick Rose had awaited this moment all his life. The 6-foot, 3-inch point guard had just been selected by his hometown team as the first overall pick in the NBA Draft, and he was visibly emotional. Bulls find out Derrick Rose is actually 4 ft. 4 in. tall Thursday, June 19 Paxson exploring other options with first overall pick The Bulls brought in Michael Beasley and Derrick Rose for one-one-one evaluations this week to determine which collegiate star they will select in next week's NBA draft. Both were found to be significantly shorter than expected.  Paxson plans to follow Celtics' road to titleWednesday, June 18, 2008 Bulls GM to pillage talent from lesser franchises this offseason Just minutes after the Boston Celtics won the 2007-2008 NBA Championship Tuesday night, Bulls GM John Paxson saw his team's future. "We're going to do exactly what the Celtics did," said Paxson. "We're going to rip off crappy teams with lop-sided trades." Radio Brief: Del Negro not exactly Paxson's first choice Thursday, Jun. 12, 2008 The Bulls GM was rejected by many before finally hiring a head coach. Report: Bulls hire Del Negro because of his cool-sounding name June 10, 2008 Assistant coaching candidates include Granville Waiters, World B. Free and God Shammgod The Bulls have hired former NBA player and Suns' assistant general manager Vinny Del Negro as their next head coach "because he's got a really cool name," GM John Paxson admitted on Tuesday. Radio Brief: Paxson has been teaming up with brother to make bad decisions Friday, Jun. 06, 2008 The Bulls GM has elicited the help of his brother Jim, General Manager of the Cavs back when they were bad. Radio Brief: NBA feeds Celtics/Lakers rivalry hype, teams to play in short shorts Thursday, Jun. 05, 2008 The League hopes throwback uniforms in Finals will help lead to high ratings. Noah solidifies place as NBA baller with four legal violations in one day Wednesday, May 28, 2008 Bulls forward only needs to impregnate at least three women this summer for productive offseason While fellow 2007 first-round draft pick Rodney Stuckey was powering his team to the Eastern Conference Finals, Bulls forward Joakim Noah was solidifying his place as a true NBA Baller, getting nailed for four legal violations in one day while partying on his former college campus this weekend. Bulls to former Gov. Ryan: 'Please stop wearing our hat' Wednesday, May 28, 2008 The Chicago Bulls today sent a stern message to former Gov. George Ryan: Please take off our hat. Radio Brief: Experts say Bulls will pick Michael Beasley or Igor Vladamondodamov Thursday, May 22, 2008 If the Bulls don't trade their number one pick, they could focus on one of two big men. Bulls to trade first overall pick for Tyson Chandler May 21, 2008 Club to use second-round pick on sluggish Division-III center The Bulls, winners of the NBA Draft Lottery Tuesday night despite overwhelming odds against landing the top pick, are reportedly on the verge of trading the selection to the New Orleans Hornets for former Bull Tyson Chandler.  Bulls secure first win of 2008 postseasonWednesday, May 21, 2008 Draft lottery victory only good thing to happen to team in more than a year The Bulls defied the odds Tuesday, winning the top pick in the 2008 NBA Draft. It represents the team's first victory of any sort this postseason and the only good thing to happen to them since they knocked off the defending champion Miami Heat in last season's playoffs. Radio Brief: Paxson calls Lakers GM about revisiting Kobe trade talks Thursday, May 15, 2008 The Bulls GM hopes this offseason he might be able to work out a deal for the MVP. Radio Brief: Bulls decide not to hire a head coach Tuesday, May 13, 2008 Figure players won't listen to coach anyway.  After firing from Bulls, Larrivee to cut broadcast schedule down to 10 games a weekendWednesday, May 7, 2008 Hard worker's termination 'comes as a dagger' Upon learning Tuesday that he had been fired as the voice of the Bulls on WGN-TV, longtime Chicago broadcaster Wayne Larrivee has decided to cut his work schedule significantly to spend more time with family. Radio Brief: Paxson begs Skiles to take Bulls roster with him Thursday, Apr. 24, 2008 Scott Skiles is going to Milwaukee to coach the Bucks, and the Bulls GM hopes he'll want to take most of his former players. Radio Brief: Boylan fired after another player vote Friday, April 18, 2008 Bulls player's vote again to increase a punishment they think is too light. Radio Brief: Bulls might be losing, but Reinsdorf's bank account isn't Wednesday, Apr. 02, 2008 Despite his team's poor play, the Bulls chairman is excited for more basketball. Radio Brief: Everyone showed up for Bulls practice for first time this season Tuesday, Mar. 18, 2008 Amazingly all Bulls players actually showed up for a practice at the same time, though some not on purpose. Radio Brief: Bulls replace coaching staff with The Wiggles Tuesday, Mar. 11, 2008 John Paxson hires new coaches that are more in line with the maturity level of his team. Bulls drop two over the weekend Weekend recap from Monday, March 10, 2008 Pistons, Celtics win in mere formalities Two of the NBA's top teams took on the Bulls this weekend and not surprinsingly took home victories. The only suprising news of the weekend was the sight of P.J. Brown in a Celtics uniform. The former washed-up Bull ended his hiatus from the league last week when he signed with Boston for the stretch run. Radio Brief: Paxson decides next trade with Cavs, he'll get that James kid Friday, Mar. 07, 2008 He got them to take Ben Wallace, but the Bulls GM thinks in his next trade with Cleveland he might want to get Lebron. Bulls beat Cavs, but you wouldn't know it by watching ESPN Game recap from Thursday, March 7, 2008 Lebron's every move dominates network's highlights The homecoming of Ben Wallace turned out to be a non-story Thursday night. So did the Bulls 107-96 win over the Cavs if you happened to catch highlights on ESPN. Bulls beat one of two or three teams in the league worse than them Game recap from Tuesday, March 4, 2008 Grizzlies can't compete at United Center in 112-97 loss When the Bulls are playing a team worse than them, two things can be assumed: 1. Their opponent is one of only two or three teams and; 2. There's absolutely no reason to watch. That was the case Tuesday night when the even-more-hapless-than-the-Bulls Memphis Grizzlies came to town and got thumped by the Bulls 112-97. New-look Bulls choke against old-look Bulls in Cleveland Sunday Weekend recap for Monday, March 3, 2008 Wizards come back from 18-point deficit to beat Bulls Friday night The sad saga '07-'08 Bulls got even worse this weekend after Chicago dropped two games this weekend in staggering fashion. Bulls beat Pacers as Hinrich sits entire second half Game recap from Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2008 Indiana forward Williams leaves game early to attend to arrested friend Despite being a whopping 11 games under .500, the Bulls moved to within two games a playoff spot after their 113-107 win in Indianapolis Wednesday night. The big news of the evening was Coach Jim Boylan's benching of fiercely overrated guard Kirk Hinrich. Fans felt it was a long time coming. Bulls lose two of three over long Oscar weekend Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2008 Bulls lose two of three over “long” weekend It's official: Hollywood's biggest night has produced two more losers, as both the Bulls and The Heckler's beat writer Justin Allen fail to show up to work Monday.  Fan reaction to Ben Wallace trade teeters on hysteriaThursday, Feb. 21, 2008 Big man sent to Cleveland after mediocre season and a half The Bulls today traded big man Ben Wallace to Cleveland in a three-team deal that lands Larry Hughes, Drew Gooden and a few guys only die-hard fantasy geeks have ever heard of. Fans are practically rejoicing at the news.  Chicago tattoo artists clamor for heavily inked Larry Hughes' arrivalThursday, February 21, 2008 'There must be some skin left for artwork' says anxious parlor owner The 11-player deal that sent Larry Hughes to the Bulls was barely inked Thursday when the focus moved from Hughes' skills on the court to his vast number of tattoos. Vacation doesn't help Bulls in OT loss to Nets Game recap from Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2008 Coach says team needs to realize they just suck In the first game back since the All-Star break, the Bulls were up to their old tricks, as they were unable to close Wednesday night against the Jason Kidd-less Nets. Steve Nash signs Bulls to movie deal after latest second-half collapse against Hornets Game recap from Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2008 Suns guard says Bulls 'perfect' for bad example role in his instructional DVDs Like any smart NBA star, Suns guard Steve Nash has branched out in an effort to cash in on his fame. His "Steve Nash MVP" series has become the gold standard by which lazy elementary school coaches teach their players the game of basketball. Bulls split extended weekend set as Heckler staffer slacks off Weekend recap Beat compiles two recaps into one and still sends it in late As the Bulls continue to redefine meaning of basketball, the Bulls' beat writer for The Heckler beat writer redefined his meaning of the term "weekend." Radio Brief: Bulls try Craigslist to get rid of Wallace Monday, Feb. 11, 2008 Desperate to rid themselves of their over-the-hill center, the Bulls are taking desperate measures.  Bulls crudely replace Skiles photo on tixMonday, Feb. 11, 2008 Boylan's face taped on Skiles' body Bulls season ticket holders attending Thursday's Heat game at the United Center will be in for a surprise when they see their tickets. The Bulls front office reclaimed all season tickets that used to have former coach Scott Skiles' photo on them and hastily issued new tickets with Jim Boylan's face crudely taped on Skiles' body. Radio Brief: Khryapa to emulate Yakov Smirnoff in comedy attempt Friday, February 08, 2008 The former Bull is going back to Russia for more than just basketball.  Paxson tries to send entire Bulls team to Russia after Khryapa deports himselfFriday, Feb. 8, 2008 Chicago GM aims to extend current West Coast trip 5,500 miles As a sign of just how bad things have gotten for the Chicago Bulls, forward Viktor Khryapa decided he'd had enough of the team and deported himself back to his native Russia earlier this week. Rather than be dismayed by losing a young gun, GM John Paxson loved the idea so much he's attempting to get the entire team to follow Khryapa's lead. Bulls lose to Portland as Boylan starts Duhon, thinking he's a ballboy Game recap from Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2008 'I'm not a ball boy' says Duhon This season, Bulls' losses are beginning to look like they're coming off an assembly line--and Wednesday night's 100-97 loss to the Trail Blazers in Portland followed the same pattern. Bulls notch forgettable win against Sonics Game recap from Monday, Feb. 4, 2008 Fans acknowledge they no longer care The problem teams run into when they have a more-down-than-up season like the Bulls have had is eventually, fans stop caring--even about wins. On Deck Radio Report: Bulls save time by forfeiting rest of season and other predictions Tuesday, Feb. 05, 2008 This week's predictions: the Bulls decide to forgo all that tiresome playing of basketball and skip straight to the losses, Jay Mariotti loses something he won't really miss, and Paul Konerko begins a not so vigorous workout regimen. Bulls beat writers officially go on strike after pathetic loss to Timberwolves Game recap from Wednesday, Jan. 30 2008 Group cites poor working conditions, terrible team as reasons An 83-67 loss to the Timberwolves proved to be all the Bulls beat writers' union could take, effectively walking off the job Wednesday night in Minnesota after months of threats due to the team's miserable play.  Bulls beat T'Wolves, but fail to secure Big Macs for sold-out crowdGame recap from Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2008 Seems like Chicago can't even win right this season With the 72nd consecutive sold-out crowd reaching a fever pitch, the Bulls stood just four points and two minutes away from hitting the 100-point mark, thereby giving all fans in attendance a free Big Mac. On Deck Radio Report: Selig erases steroid references on his Wikipedia page and other predictions Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2008 This week's predictions: Bud Selig tries to change history by changing Wikipedia, the Blackhawks take their coach a little too seriously, and the Bulls play and...well, you can guess the outcome. Bulls drop both weekend home games, but fans still buying tickets Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2008 GM says 71st consecutive sell-out 'unexplained phenomenon' News flash: the Bulls suck. There is just no lighter way to put that and frankly, that could not even be considered editorializing considering how high the expectations were for a team that is currently 17-26.  With three key players out, Bulls cruise to victory over PacersGame recap from Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2008 'Play scrubs more!' fans demand Let it never be said that the NBA--and, in particular, this Bulls team--is not full of surprises. Such was the case Wednesday night, as the barely-better Indiana Pacers came in to Chicago to play the barely-there Bulls. On Deck Radio Report: Bulls players start making all team decisions and other predictions Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2008 This week's predictions: the inmates completely take over the Chicago Bulls asylum, Roger Clemens goes off on Dr. Phil roid rage style, and a local man won't let the NFL's off week keep him from getting drunk on Sunday.  Bulls vow to remain positive after latest pathetic loss to MemphisGame recap from Monday, Jan. 21, 2008 'We're energetically calm' Boylan says about his lazy bums It would be an understatement to say this season has been an epic disappointment for the Bulls. That's fact. It is unquestionable. Losses aren't even surprising anymore. Bulls beat Pistons, other weekend game forgotten as Baron Davis compares himself to Jordan Weekend recap for Monday, Jan. 21, 2008 Friday's loss to Warriors swept under the rug after latest victory over Detroit Baron Davis can't say that. After tying his career-high 40 points during a 119-111 victory over the Bulls at the United Center Friday night, the Warriors’ guard did the unthinkable: he compared himself to His Airness. Bulls take out frustrations on lowly Heat Game recap from Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2008 Boylan to fans: 'Don't get too excited: The Heat suck!' Don't call it a comeback ... yet. The Bulls made a big statement to critics (this reporter included) about the shape of the team Wednesday night, with a 126-96 mauling of the Heat in Miami.  Bulls prepare to officially give up basketball forever after devastating loss to MagicGame recap from Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2008 Gordon, Deng polish up resumes for 'real world' jobs Another game, another pathetic, wretched, sad, listless, lethargic, pitiful, weak, useless and feeble effort from the Bulls. (Thank you Mr. Thesaurus.)  Noah benched as Bulls split weekend setWeekend recap for Monday, Jan. 14, 2008 Sunday's pathetic loss to Hawks erases Friday's win Take that, Joakim Noah. The loudmouth waste of a Bulls' draft pick found out just what it means to be a rookie in the NBA this weekend. After an outburst at assistant coach Ron Adams during Friday's shoot-around, Noah was benched by his coach Friday night. His teammates voted to extend the vacation through Sunday's game. On Deck Radio Report: Ken Williams realizes he forgot to get pitching and other predictions Monday, Jan. 14, 2008 This week's predictions: Sox GM Ken Williams remembers his team needs pitching, Joakim Noah acts his emotional age at McDonalds and a Cubs fan's show of appreciation at the Cubs Convention is ignored, not to mention stupid.  Reinsdorf to sell Bulls after latest epic collapse to KnicksGame recap from Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2008 Fed up, owner plans to list team on eBay after season Despite the illustrious history of the Chicago Bulls, fans have been treated to their fair share of epic collapses by the team throughout the years. The entire '99 season is a perfect example. Given all the expectations at the start of this year's campaign, the 2007-2008 season is approaching that level of suckage.  Bulls eke out win against KingsWeekend recap for Monday, Jan. 7, 2008 Wallace hits game-winning free throw to finish with one point Ben Wallace isn't known for his free-throw shooting ability. Over the course of his much over-hyped career, Big Ben has a 41 percent average from the foul line. The word "pathetic" doesn't do that stat justice.  Big Ben sinks first jumper in nearly a monthWednesday, Jan. 2, 2008 Former coach Skiles not impressed The struggles of Ben Wallace took a very brief hiatus Wednesday night when the Bulls center sunk a five-foot jumper in the fourth quarter of Chicago's 109-97 rout of the Charlotte Bobcats. It was the big man's first non-dunk points in nearly a month. On Deck Radio Report: No 'Hank White' ruins Cubs Convention and other predictions Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2008 This week's predictions: the Cubs Convention is cancelled due to lack of interest because the guy with the best nickname on the team isn't going, no assistants means no replacements for Jim Boylan and a switch in NFL allegiances gives a Bears fan another month of church-free Sundays.  Benny the Bull torches Joakim Noah in one-on-oneFriday, December 28, 2007 Rookie forward gets torched 9-7 in 'Make it, Take it' Joakim Noah's young pro career reached a low point Thursday when the offensively-challenged rookie lost to Bulls' mascot Benny the Bull, 9-7, in a game of one-on-one. A not-so-happy holiday for Bulls after three straight losses Holiday recap for Thursday, Dec. 27, 2007 Interim coach Pete Myers inherits Skiles' mess They've lost their coach. They lost three straight games, two of which were pathetic blowouts. They're losing fans to the Blackhawks, of all teams. But most of all, what slim hope the Bulls have for mounting a comeback and making the playoffs is quickly slipping away.  Skiles calls firing 'a Christmas miracle'Monday, Dec. 24, 2007 Ousted Bulls coach looks forward to life away from team While his Christmas Eve termination surprised many, Scott Skiles was relieved to see his days as Bulls head coach come to an end. On Deck Radio Report: Spurs get Bulls as Christmas gifts and other predictions Monday, Dec. 24, 2007 This week's predictions: the Bulls give themselves to the Spurs for Christmas, the Cubs introduce the Fukudome Roll to help pay for the outfielders contract, and Tony La Russa plans a traditional New Years Eve, for him anyway. Rookie proves he's worth more than Wallace in Bulls win Thursday, Dec. 20, 2007 In a night of already low expectations, Bulls rookie Aaron Gray provided an unexpected lift to fuel the unexpected 95-84 victory over the Wizards in Washington Wednesday night. Bulls lose again, but Pistons Internet treasure provides a rare win for fans Game recap for Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2007 The following are all the facts you need to know about the Bulls' 103-91 loss to the Lakers at the United Center Tuesday night: Bulls squeak past pathetic Knicks Game recap from Friday, Dec. 14, 2007 It was bound to happen sooner or later and the the Bulls finally pulled together as a team to barely beat the fat, slow and even more pathetic Knicks Friday night. On Deck Radio Report: Bears finally finish analyzing Week One film and other predictions Monday, Dec. 17, 2007 This week's predictions: Bears' coaching staff makes adjustments based on Week One game film, Mariotti gives fake acceptance speech and Skiles has giant doghouse built in backyard.  Big Ben goes grayMonday, Dec. 17, 2007 Struggles force Bull to age prematurely After another early season Bulls loss earlier this week, center Ben Wallace unfurled his familiar cornrows to find out, much to his dismay, that his afro had gone completely gray. Tyrus Thomas tries to start melee in loss to Pacers Game recap from Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2007 Less than 10 minutes into at least his fifth chance this season to win back the love of Bulls coach Scott Skiles, Tyrus Thomas screwed the pooch--possibly for the last time--as he was ejected from Wednesday night's 117-102 loss to the Pacers in Indianapolis. Bulls play the role of playground bully in blowout of lowlier Sonics Game recap from Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2007 Two games after Bulls' coach Scott Skiles inexplicably used just eight players to fend off the Pistons in Detroit, he surprised the team and fans alike by opening the floodgates of the bench and playing everyone--even some dude in the front row eating nachos.  Bulls split weekend set as Nocioni continues his campaign to get tradedWeekend recap for Monday, Dec. 10, 2007 In this rarely-up-mostly-down Bulls' season, victories--moral or actual--have been very hard to come by. Yet they somehow pulled out both as they spilt a weekend set. On Deck Radio Report: Bulls meaningless game is canceled and other predictions Monday, Dec. 10, 2007 This week's predictions: NBA decides a game between two of league's worst is not worth playing, McDonough named in Mitchell Report and Lovie Smith causes insanity in Tribune columnist.  Deng refuses to suck like his teammates in Bulls' win over BobcatsGame recap from Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2007 With the mustachioed wonder and last season's mental nemesis known as Adam Morrison out for the season with a knee injury, the Bulls had little trouble handing the Bobcats their fourth loss in a row in a 91-82 win in Charlotte Wednesday night.  Nocioni shines, but Bulls find a way to lose to MavsGame recap from Monday, Dec. 3, 2007 "We suck" says Skiles Just when things were looking up for the Bulls, the crap parade known as the 2007-08 season took yet another dump on the team. Bulls win back-to-back games for first time this season Weekend recap from Saturday, Dec. 1, 2007 Hinrich manages to play like a buffoon however At the end of the third quarter of the Bulls' game against the Charlotte Bobcats at the United Center Saturday, Luol Deng and Ben Gordon exchanged looks of utter confusion. On Deck Radio Report: Skiles loses team at airport and other predictions Sunday, Dec. 2, 2007 This week's predictions: High attendance at United Center prompts an INS investigation, Scott Skiles loses his team at the airport, and the NFL Network unveils its Life Domination Package. Bulls postpone plan to get rid of Skiles long enough to beat lowly Hawks Game recap from Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2007 The Bulls momentarily stopped the bleeding from a disastrous 1-6 West Coast road trip with a 90-78 win Tuesday night against the Atlanta Hawks at United Center. Radio Brief: Bulls offer money to player who makes a three Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2007 The Bulls start a new promotion, offering $500,000 to the first player who can hit a three pointer during a game. Bulls beat writers threaten to strike after pathetic weekend losses Weekend recap for Monday, Nov. 26, 2007 After an 85-78 loss to the hapless Knicks in New York on Saturday and 93-78 loss to the Raptors in Toronto on Sunday, Bulls beat writers all over Chicago have banded to together and threatened to go on strike. Bulls fan convinced he's on 'Punk'd' after Noah is high scorer in loss to Nuggets Disappointment continues as Chicago falls to 2-8 After just 10 games, it's safe to say this Bulls' season has officially derailed with no relief in site. This conclusion comes after the team took their crap parade into Denver and crawled away after a 112-91 loss. Big Saturday Bulls' win erased by pathetic loss Sunday Weekend recap for Monday, Nov. 19, 2007 It was supposed to be the start of something big when the Bulls handily defeated the Clippers 92-73 Saturday night in L.A., showing signs of life and team chemistry. On Deck Radio Report: Ben Wallace gets negative rebounds in loss to Denver Monday, Nov. 19, 2007 Among this week's predictions: Jay Mariotti gives Ben Wallace a new nickname and John Madden invents the Turduckenquailcow. Bulls lose again, leave playoff hopes in desert Game recap from Thursday, Nov. 15, 2007 Suns prove too much for 'dramatically altered' Chicago lineup The Bulls' dismal season just keeps getting worse. In a nationally televised opportunity to show that they still had some life, the Bulls stumbled their way to a 112-102 loss to the Phoenix Suns. Phil Jackson apologizes for using two-year-old movie as punchline Thursday, Nov. 15, 2007 Also regrets referring to his team as the outdated 'crackheads' Lakers coach Phil Jackson drew fire recently for calling a recent loss a "Brokeback Mountain" game. National media jumped all over the story, causing activists to call for the NBA to fine Jackson, calling his statement out of touch. 1-5 Bulls hit new low in 30-point loss to Toronto Weekend recap for Monday, Nov. 12, 2007 Skiles benches starters in latest embarrassing debacle After Saturday's unfathomably pathetic 101-71 loss to the Toronto Raptors at the United Center, we almost don't know where to start when trying to determine what went wrong. Almost  Finally! Bulls pick up first win against PistonsGame recap from Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 Team rides veteran-like effort from ... Tyrus Thomas? Bulls fans breathed a collective sigh of relief Thursday night when the team notched their first win of the season, beating the Pistons at the United Center 97-93.  Bulls' 0-4 start has Skiles smoking weed againWednesday, Nov. 7, 2007 Hoping to ease stress, coach relapses to college habit Bulls coach Scott Skiles, whose multiple charges for marijuana possession landed him jail time while playing at Michigan State, has fallen into old habits due to the Bulls 0-4 start to the season. Bulls still winless after loss to Clippers Game recap from Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2007 Team loses despite Noah's self-proclaimed spark Listless wouldn't even begin to describe the Bulls right now. After a 97-91 loss at home to the Clippers Tuesday night, the Bulls are off to yet another slow start this season. The team has yet to break the 40 percent shooting mark this season, looking more and more lethargic with each game. Bulls drop weekend set, off to Bears-like start Weekend recap for Monday, Nov. 5, 2007 Slow start has angry fans watching hockey It looks like it could be another long season for a Chicago sports team. After a 96-85 loss to the 76ers in their home opener and a 78-72 loss to the Bucks in Milwaukee, the Bulls are off to a listless 0-3 start to the season. After shooting 38 percent Friday and 35 percent Saturday, perhaps the trade rumor hangovers are affecting the team more than they're letting on.  Bulls drop season opener to Nets in OTGame recap from Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2007 Team drops 12th straight in New Jersey The Bulls opened the 2008 season with a disappointing, foul-happy overtime loss to the Nets in New Jersey 112-103. And so it begins. KobeGate 2007: Latest rumor involves Bryant coming to Chicago in four-way Dunkin Donuts deal Thursday, Nov, 1, 2007 It didn't take long for the Kobe-to-Bulls rumor to heat up again, and this time it seems they might be growing to a boil. Bulls fan forfeiting season tickets after opening night loss Thursday, Nov. 1, 2007 Posts on Craigslist as 'Free or best offer' Apparently the first Bulls loss has hit some fans harder than others. After last night's loss, a local Chicago man and self-described Bulls fan has listed his Bulls season tickets on Craigslist for "free or best offer." That's right, free.  NBA Season Preview: Power swings back toward EastWednesday, Oct. 31, 2007 A new NBA season is upon us yet again. There were a ton of significant moves during the off season. The power swung back to the East with the Boston trades and the suckfest the Mavericks put up in the playoffs. Radio Brief: Kobe Bryant spotted purchasing Bulls merchandise Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2007 All-Star Laker claims he only wanted Bulls uniform for costume party.  KobeGate 2007: Lakers star quits pouting for now, plays with teamFriday, Oct. 19, 2007 Bryant-to-Bulls talk dominates Chicago sports chatter After a brief summer hiatus from the media spotlight, Lakers star Kobe Bryant is back and ready to sulk his way out of L.A. after returning to practice earlier this week and scoring 20 points in an exhibition win over Seattle Thursday. But the damage has been done in L.A. after three Bryant-less practices this week, and the Kobe-to-Chicago rumor mill has jolted to life.  LeBron compared favorably to Jordan after losing only $25,000 in rouletteWednesday, July 25, 2007 MJ would have blown at least $100,000 NBA superstar LeBron James had a rough June. After being swept in his first appearance in the Finals last month, James' bad luck kept on rolling with major losses in Las Vegas.  Bulls draft clown rather than inside shooterFriday, June 29, 2007 Paxson loved Noah's bowtie It was already scripted out. With the ninth pick of the 2007 NBA Draft, the Bulls were supposed to draft an inside shooting presence, the final piece of their championship puzzle. Radio brief: Bulls management tries to cheat the draft Tuesday, May 22, 2007 A man fitting GM John Paxson's description is suspected of trying to fix the lottery to ensure the Knicks get the first pick. Bulls lose to Pistons as season comes to an end Game recap from Thursday, May 17, 2007 Skiles after loss: 'Finally!' The agony of a season-ending defeat in sports is often palpable. Athletes, who seem to be made of stone and brawn all season long, wear the agony on their sleeves for all see. It can even drive grown men to cry, something normally considered taboo and reserved for little girls.  Fans clamoring to get back on bandwagon after Bulls win Game 5Game recap from Tuesday, May 15, 2007 Gordon after rout: Go to hell fair-weather fans Don't call it a comeback--yet, but after the Bulls blew out the Pistons in Detroit Tuesday night, the team and fans are starting to believe the impossible might just be possible. Mother's Day Miracle: Bulls win Game 4 Game recap from Sunday, May 13, 2007 But Skiles, fans confused about team’s intentions It was to be a grand send off. All 23,099 fans in attendance at the sold-out United Center Sunday afternoon came to pay their respects to the Bulls for their hard work and grit this season, and bid them adieu until next year. Bulls lose Game 3 to Pistons, but fans not surprised Thursday, May 10, 2007 Team on the brink of being swept How hard could it be to hold on 19-point lead at the half and win at home?  Bulls two games away from vacationGame recap from Monday, May 7, 2007 Skiles 'giddy' over thought of time off After another abysmal performance in Detroit Monday night, the Bulls find themselves in a 2-0 hole in the Eastern Conference Semifinals, yet Scott Skiles is ecstatic. |
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