Chicago Bulls

Baron Davis Acts as Advisor to Rose
(Baron) Davis, who isn’t officially retired and is still rehabilitating his knee with the Knicks while serving as an unofficial team ambassador, has been keeping an eye on (Derrick) Rose’s progress, especially since the... »Read More

Bulls GM Squashes Hamilton Trade Rumors?
The Richard Hamilton trade rumors were given their last rites this week. That doesn’t mean Bulls general manager Gar Forman won’t take calls, but he sure doesn’t sound like he’s making them. “No, no,... »Read More
NBA AM: Blazers Are Open To Trades
Blazers' GM Neil Olshey says his club is open to making the right kind of trade... Scott Skiles is out in Milwaukee, Jim Boylan to replace him... Bulls have a plan for Derrick... »Read More

Rose Set for Return in ‘coming weeks’
Specific information regarding Derrick Rose’s rehabilitation from surgery on his left knee has been scarce. But from the smiles emanating from Rose, it’s clear the franchise centerpiece remains on target to return at some point... »Read More

Carlos Boozer Shows Consistency for Bulls
Last week, with Derrick Rose out of the lineup and Joakim Noah battling the flu, Boozer stepped up and became the go-to offensive weapon for the Bulls on their Florida trip. He did it again Monday night at... »Read More

Rose Participating in Bulls Shootaround
Chicago Bulls point guard Derrick Rose spent Friday morning participating in his team’s shootaround on the road, the second time he’s done that in less than a week. Rose, who was also with the Bulls in Orlando,... »Read More

Report: Bulls to Sign Daequan Cook
Free-agent shooting specialist Daequan Cook will sign with the Chicago Bulls after clearing waivers Friday, according to his agent. Agent Mike Conley Sr. of BDA Sports told ESPN.com that Cook has agreed to join the Bulls after going... »Read More
NBA AM: Boozer Is The Glue Guy For Chicago
Carlos Boozer is one of the more polarizing figures for the Bulls, however his impact is more than what he contributes to the box score... Jimmy Butler getting a chance... The Kings and... »Read More

Frank Vogel Frustrated by Rescheduled Game
The NBA definitely didn’t do the Pacers any favors when they rescheduled the postposted Dec. 26 game between them and the Chicago Bulls. The league announced Wednesday that the game will be made up... »Read More

Taj Gibson Steps Up for Bulls in Starting Role
Taj Gibson made his first start since March 2011 a memorable one. Replacing the flu-stricken Joakim Noah, Gibson, who had come off the bench in 96 straight games, fell one point shy of his career-high with 21... »Read More

Derrick Rose to Travel With Bulls
Derrick Rose will travel on the Chicago Bulls’ two-game trip to Orlando and Miami, but coach Tom Thibodeau downplayed expectations of a more expedited return from knee surgery. “You don’t want to rule out... »Read More

Bulls To Guarantee Nate Robinson Today?
All signs point to the Bulls fully guaranteeing Nate Robinson’s one-year, minimum contract by Tuesday’s deadline. Robinson’s guarantee date is nine days earlier than the league’s. His contract was structured as such in part... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week Nine
The L.A. Clippers didn't lose a game the entire month of December to climb back on top of the NBA Power Rankings for week nine. »Read More
Rose’s Return Can’t Save These Bulls
Derrick Rose should return to the Chicago Bulls sometime this season, but even he can't make these Chicago Bulls championship contenders... »Read More
NBA AM: Few Deals On Tap For New Years
There are a number of names floating around the NBA rumor mill, but there doesn't seem to be many deals in the works... DeMar DeRozan talks Raptors and while they are up and... »Read More

Bulls’ Rose Practices; Return Unclear
CSNChicago.com has learned that over the last two days, minus the contact portions, the former league MVP Chicago Bulls point guard Derrick Rose has been a full participant in the team’s practices at the Berto Center.... »Read More

Hamilton Pays No Mind to Trade Rumors
After missing nearly a month because of a torn plantar fascia in his left foot, Chicago Bulls guard Richard Hamilton returned to the floor in Saturday night’s 87-77 win over the Washington Wizards, scoring... »Read More

Rip Hamilton Returns After 12 Game Absence
Chicago Bulls guard Richard Hamilton and forward Luol Deng are likely to play in Saturday night’s game against the Washington Wizards, according to coach Tom Thibodeau. Hamilton has missed the last 12 games with... »Read More
NBA PM: NBA Christmas Revelations
Christmas Day games revealed a lot about some key NBA teams ... The X-Factor for the Philadelphia 76ers ... Christmas Day ratings soar for the NBA ... »Read More

Thibs Shoulders Blame in Loss to Rockets
“They scored the ball easily,” Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau observed about a Houston Rockets’ domination in a 120-97 thumping of the Bulls. “Transition, open shots. We did not control the ball. We did not... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week Eight
The Oklahoma City Thunder hold the top spot in the NBA Power Rankings by a fine margin over the surging L.A. Clippers. »Read More

Boozer: Bulls’ Hunger Keeps Wins Coming
On paper, the Bulls’ starting backcourt should be former league MVP (Derrick) Rose and veteran shooting guard (Rip) Hamilton. Rose has been sidelined all season as he rehabs from a torn left anterior cruciate... »Read More

Jeff Teague Knew Marquis Had NBA Talent
Out of all the places Marquis Teague could have fallen to in the NBA draft, the Chicago Bulls may have been the best team for him, according to his older brother Jeff. Jeff Teague, a point guard for... »Read More
NBA Saturday: Bulls Lose Noah, Deng?
The Chicago Bulls got a huge win over the New York Knicks on Friday, but did it cost them Luol Deng and Joakim Noah?... Leandro Barbosa and MarShon Brooks are two players that could... »Read More

Bulls’ Luol Deng Injures Left Shoulder
Chicago Bulls forward Luol Deng injured his left shoulder during Friday night’s 110-106 win over the New York Knicks and will be re-evaluated Saturday. Deng, who scored a team-high 29 points, got tangled up with Knicks guard Jason Kidd midway through... »Read More

Suspension Coming for Joakim Noah?
Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah does not expect to be suspended after getting into a skirmish with New York Knicks center Tyson Chandler during the fourth quarter of Friday night’s 110-106 win. Noah and Chandler got tangled up after going for... »Read More
NBA PM: Celtics Still Believe They Can Contend
Despite their early struggles, the Boston Celtics remain confident ... Chicago Bulls exploring trade of Rip Hamilton? ... Dirk Nowitzki takes part in first practice »Read More

Source: Rip Hamilton on Trading Block
League sources indicate that veteran shooting guard Richard Hamilton has been offered in trade scenarios, efforts that could intensity as the Feb. 21 trade deadline nears. With a minimal guarantee on a team option... »Read More

Will Bulls Waive Nate Robinson?
There’s a fine print element to the point guard rotation that is currently under scrutiny because of rookie Marquis Teague’s solid play when given extended minutes. It’s called Nate Robinson’s non-guaranteed contract. The Bulls... »Read More
Top 5 Disappointments of the NBA Season (So Far)
With less than two weeks until the new year, what have been the biggest disappointments so far this NBA season? »Read More

Bulls Confident Kirk Hinrich Will Find Rhythm
Having said that, Thibodeau has a problem that he’s going to have to face sooner or later. He hasn’t gotten enough production out of veteran point guard Kirk Hinrich. That was the case again Monday... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week Seven
The Oklahoma City Thunder have rolled off 10-straight victories to climb to best in the NBA. The NBA Power Rankings at seven weeks in. »Read More

Thibodeau: Rose Still Far From Ready
It’s rare these days when encouraging news comes out of the Bulls’ training room, but after practice Sunday, coach Tom Thibodeau said he was pleased with the progress of Richard Hamilton and Kirk Hinrich,... »Read More

C.J. Watson Felt ‘Mistreated’ by Bulls
(C.J.) Watson went on to say he never considered re-signing with the Bulls after last season and that he wasn’t treated fairly in the wake of the Bulls Game 5 loss to the Sixers... »Read More

Thibs Denies Overworking Noah, Deng
Tom Thibodeau does not think he is playing Joakim Noah and Luol Deng too many minutes. He wanted to make that clear Friday afternoon when asked if he thought Noah, who like Deng is... »Read More
NBA Saturday: Who Will Be First-Time All-Stars?
Josh Smith looks as good as any player in the league to make his first All-Star team, but he's not alone... Klay Thompson is breaking out, but gives almost everybody else on his team... »Read More

Bulls Seeking Consistency from Veterans
“Don’t dance with the ball,” (Tom) Thibodeau said. “We are going to keep working on it. It was disappointing because it ended up being a two-possession game. If you want to be a good... »Read More
The Science and Psychology of Being In The Zone
“I was in a groove. I was in a rhythm that I can’t really explain. I started hitting three’s like they were free throws. The rim seemed like a big ol’ huge bucket, and... »Read More

Consistency, Rest Keys to Noah’s Success
In the immediate aftermath of Joakim Noah’s finest night as a professional, the night the big man scored a career-high 30 points, grabbed a career-high 23 rebounds, dished out six assists, blocked two shots and... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings – Week Six
The San Antonio Spurs climb back on top of the NBA Power Rankings, six weeks into the season. »Read More
Grading The NBA’s Central Division
HOOPSWORLD will award every team in the league a grade this week, starting today with the Central Division... »Read More

Kirk Hinrich Injures Elbow; Day-to-Day
Already missing starting shooting guard Rip Hamilton due to a torn left plantar fascia, let alone superstar Derrick Rose, the Bulls backcourt took another hit in Saturday night’s 93-85 home win over the East-leading... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings – Week Five
The Memphis Grizzlies stay on top but the Eastern Conference has gained significantly on the West. »Read More

Hamilton to Miss Time with Foot Injury
The Bulls announced that Richard Hamilton’s MRI exam on Sunday revealed he tore the plantar fascia in his left foot. The release said the veteran shooting guard will return to play when his symptoms... »Read More

Richard Hamilton Injures Left Foot
Rip Hamilton injured his left foot in the third quarter of the Chicago Bulls’ win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night and is scheduled to have an MRI on Sunday. The injury occurred with just under three... »Read More
NBA Saturday: Why Kaman Can’t Rebound
Dallas center Chris Kaman is having no trouble scoring the ball, but he hasn't rebounded this poorly since his second year in the league... Kemba Walker talks about his success early this season... You'll... »Read More
NBA AM: Revenge On Agenda For James Harden?
Rockets guard James Harden travels to Oklahoma City for first time since being dealt in what could be start of a new rivalry »Read More

Bulls Missing Old Bench Mob
Of the Bulls bench, only Taj Gibson, Jimmy Butler and Nate Robinson had seen any time during Monday’s game — but the trio only combined to play a combined 12:23 in the final 24 minutes. Coach Tom Thibodeau was... »Read More

NBA Power Rankings Week Four
The Memphis Grizzlies climb to the top of the NBA Power Rankings with a league-best 9-2 record. »Read More
NBA Sunday: Hungrier Al Horford Leading Hawks
Al Horford’s time away from the game last season helped him rediscover his love for it. He has now returned hungrier than ever. »Read More

Bulls’ Starting Lineup About to Change?
The Bulls have their first three-game losing streak under coach Tom Thibodeau after a disappointing 93-89 loss to the Houston Rockets on Wednesday. Thibodeau hinted that changes could be coming to a starting lineup... »Read More
Team-by-Team Payroll Breakdown
The L.A. Lakers easily have the biggest payroll in the NBA. How do the remaining 29 teams compare? »Read More
NBA AM: Contract Year Struggles
It’s still early in the season, but there are players who are struggling mightily in their contract years headed into free agency. »Read More

Bulls Defense Cause for Concern
After watching the Chicago Bulls struggle for the second consecutive night in a 102-94 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers, even the veteran coach is searching for answers. His team continues to struggle offensively, but it’s his... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week Three
The L.A. Clippers rise to the top of the rankings, edging out the powerful Memphis Grizzlies. »Read More

Lillard Meant ‘No Disrespect’ Toward Bulls
In the closing seconds of a game the Trail Blazers were guaranteed to win, a rookie made a rookie mistake by sprinting down the court and dunking instead of cradling the ball and waiting... »Read More

Bulls’ Thibodeau Searching for Answers
Tom Thibodeau is a man who prides himself on always being able to come up with an answer for what ails his team. No matter what the problem has been over the past two... »Read More

Agent: Bulls, Jannero Pargo to Visit
After being waived by the Washington Wizards, Jannero Pargo has received interest from a number of teams, agent Mark Bartelstein told RealGM on Friday. The Chicago Bulls are among the teams that have already... »Read More

Derrick Rose Begins Cutting on Knee
Derrick Rose has started cutting again as he continues to rehab from a torn ACL in his left knee. “It’s the next step for him,” Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau said before Monday night’s game against... »Read More

With Hinrich Out, Teague Gets the Call
Out of frustration and desperation, the Bulls showed a glimpse of the future Monday night. And — as hard as rookie Marquis Teague tried — it is still a little ways away. With Kirk... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week Two
The San Antonio Spurs still top the NBA Power Rankings although the N.Y. Knicks are close behind. »Read More

Kirk Hinrich Suffers Hip Strain
Chicago Bulls point guard Kirk Hinrich suffered a right hip strain in the second quarter of Saturday’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves and did not return to the game. Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau did not have an update on... »Read More
Fantasy Hoops: Waiver Wired
An early season look at some players potentially worthy of being scooped off your league’s waiver wire… »Read More

Thibs Wants Bulls On Championship Level
“Every game is a measuring stick,” Thibodeau said after the morning shoot-around. “It reveals where you are and tells you the things you have to work on. Then you have to ask, ‘Are you... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week One
The 2012/13 NBA Regular Season is finally underway and the standings are already all over the map. »Read More



























