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I was just wondering

Why there wasn’t one yet?

by Option27 on Jun 26, 2008 6:00 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I'll be here, but likely not knee-deep in comment land

so for the love of Schanwald, be excellent to eachother

management sez: recommend fanposts/fanshots/comments! Click 'reply' when replying to a comment! Flag jerkfaces!

by your friendly BullsBlogger on Jun 26, 2008 6:00 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

You'll be knee-deep

in reading comments land

by Option27 on Jun 26, 2008 6:01 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I was smiling too

Until I remembered that Dick Vitale plays a prominent role on ESPN’s draft coverage.

by Big D on Jun 26, 2008 6:02 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Hell yes

I remember creating that lucky thread a month ago, now it is come to this.

I am solely responsible for getting the Bulls this luck, my mental powers are far superior than NBAO’s.

by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 6:03 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Hey Thank you!

But give some credit to Schanwald!:-)

"YES,WE CAN!"-B.OBAMA.

by Azabullsfan on Jun 26, 2008 6:06 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

bahahaha

When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer

by Illini15 on Jun 26, 2008 6:30 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Jay Bilas wtf

What the hell is a Diaper Draft?

by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 6:04 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I want to hear Bilas say...

“he gets his hands on a lot of balls”...just once.

Step 1 - Win lottery. Step 2 - Hire a coach. Step 3 - Win.

by Lt.Dan on Jun 26, 2008 6:04 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I'm curious

on how many times he uses the word “freakish”

by Option27 on Jun 26, 2008 6:05 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Fingers cross for Rose

Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???

by bull83 on Jun 26, 2008 6:05 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Finally

We are here congradulations to you and all the true Bulls fans out there. This is a special moment and im glad to spend it with people who enjoy this as much as myself.

by TRiCioNeRo on Jun 26, 2008 6:05 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Katz: Bulls take Rose.

Ugh. Best fit? Can’t we say “best player?”

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 6:06 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Personally, I don't.

But I’d like to think they would draft best talent over need.

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 6:07 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I mean, if what Katz said is true, it means they think Beasley is the better player.

And I’d trust their judgment over mine. Just because I think he’s the best doesn’t mean he is.

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 6:08 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Or they think they are the same, talent wise

but Rose is a better fit.

Or, more likely, they are just spouting cliches.

by JeffD on Jun 26, 2008 6:13 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Wow...

Pax is the most gutless GM ever. Always goes for the safe option…

The No 1 Chi -Town sports fan in Europe!

by Vangelis on Jun 26, 2008 6:16 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Safe?

Everyone is assuming Beasley is the immediate impact and Rose is the project.

Oh and there was Tyrus Thomas . . .

I have no idea what you’re talking about

by Option27 on Jun 26, 2008 6:20 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

"character issues"

...also not trading for KG, Pau. Always going for the “nice kid” that will behave.

The No 1 Chi -Town sports fan in Europe!

by Vangelis on Jun 26, 2008 6:23 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Still don't get it

Joakim Noah and Tyrus Thomas both aren’t your typical nice kids as you can tell from this past year.

He offered a shit load to Minnesota the year before they actually traded him. They didn’t bite.

Memphis just wanted cap space. Something the Bulls didn’t have.

Pax has gambled.

by Option27 on Jun 26, 2008 6:27 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Whatever...

it’sRose for the next 15 years now. Let’s hope we win loads of Chips with him. Will be interesting to see what our next move will be…

The No 1 Chi -Town sports fan in Europe!

by Vangelis on Jun 26, 2008 6:31 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yes KG and Pau are superstars that can carry their teams

After all of last season, I cannot believe you are still thinking like that.

by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 6:30 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Paxson offered...

...Tyson Chandler, Luol Deng, and the #2 pick in the draft for KG.

Essentially, you’re blaming Kevin McHale’s stupidity on Paxson.

You really don’t know what you’re writing about.

by BullsFanInSeattle on Jun 26, 2008 7:14 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

The point is that Pax...

... is conservative in his strategy. I can’t believe you are disputing this…

The No 1 Chi -Town sports fan in Europe!

by Vangelis on Jun 26, 2008 7:39 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm disputing....

....some of your evidence of it. He may be conservative, but:

1. Not to the extreme that you believe; and
2. It probably didn’t have ANYTHING to do with this pick.

Paxson thinks Rose is the best player, as do I and about 75-80% of the public. We may be wrong, but this isn’t a case of Paxson believing that Beasley is better yet picking Rose.

It’s like the folks who yipe about Paxson not trading for Kobe – when anybody who knows anything about the NBA and the Lakers know that Kobe was never available.

by BullsFanInSeattle on Jun 26, 2008 7:51 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yeesssss!!!!

Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???

by bull83 on Jun 26, 2008 6:06 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I am at work! We took Rose, I take it?

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by 1958ChiTown on Jun 26, 2008 6:07 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Not officially

but thats what the Bulls told ESPN

by JeffD on Jun 26, 2008 6:10 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Let's trade for Beasly now!!!

C’MOM PAX!!! WORK; WORK; WORK!!!

Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???

by bull83 on Jun 26, 2008 6:08 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Miami took Beasley?

Friggin’ “live” draft tracker on CNNSI sucks.

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by 1958ChiTown on Jun 26, 2008 6:10 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

The draft starts at 4:30

They just said the Bulls announced who they’re taking

by Option27 on Jun 26, 2008 6:10 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

It hasn't started yet.

ESPN just announced that the Bulls told Andy Katz they were taking Rose.

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 6:11 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Oh, thanks guys.

Much appreicated.

LSU 38 OHIO STATE 24 - LSU IS THE NATIONAL CHAMPION AND I AM THE KING OF BOURBON STREET!!

by 1958ChiTown on Jun 26, 2008 6:11 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

You're not missing anything. I already turned away from the draft preview.

I can only take so much yelling from Vitale and Stuart Scott.

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 6:13 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Not yet

But i think they will if Pax dont ofer them Hinrich, Noce and Gooden

Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???

by bull83 on Jun 26, 2008 6:11 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

On the group photo

Rose was the only guy holding basketball.
I guess we take HIM!!!!

"YES,WE CAN!"-B.OBAMA.

by Azabullsfan on Jun 26, 2008 6:10 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Man, I love the draft.

Can’t wait to see what weird trades happen, or who goes ridiculously high, or which kid is stuck in the green room getting the Brady Quinn treatment.

Even Stephen A. and Dick Vitale commentary can’t ruin it.

If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.

by wjb1492 on Jun 26, 2008 6:14 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

At least there aren't any Duke or UNC guys for him to gush over.

If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.

by wjb1492 on Jun 26, 2008 6:15 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

lol

Me neether

Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???

by bull83 on Jun 26, 2008 6:15 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Vitaleisms work with women

2 minutes of crap riddled with “babees” and “ohhhoahhhs”.

by NBA Observer on Jun 26, 2008 6:40 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Uhm, no.

If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.

by wjb1492 on Jun 26, 2008 6:43 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I AM SO PUMPED FOR THE BULLS AGAIN!!! GO ROSE!!!

Some people may argue that May 20 was the more historical day, but this is it. The Draft. Even though it’s a certainty now, it still will be awesome to see him put on that Bulls hat.

HAHAHAHAHA!!!!!
AWESOME!!!

Just after turning on the TV, I saw Wade, Hoiberg, and some other guy....

by MouseIsInTheHouse on Jun 26, 2008 6:17 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

It's a Celebration Bit$%#@es!

Yeah Boy!!!!

Rose / Obama 08

by illwill on Jun 26, 2008 6:19 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

YES!!!!!!!!

IT”S ROSE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
THank you Pax for not overthinking this!!!

"YES,WE CAN!"-B.OBAMA.

by Azabullsfan on Jun 26, 2008 6:24 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Man, Mayo's looking like a business school prof or something!

Not seeing anyone that measures up (down?) to Joakim last year. ;)

If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.

by wjb1492 on Jun 26, 2008 6:25 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Joakim's attire was perfect

His pictures with Stern were absolutely priceless

We have every right to dream heroic dreams. Those who say that we're in a time when there are no heroes, they just don't know where to look.
Ronald Reagan

by snley on Jun 26, 2008 6:27 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Mayo's interviews have been pretty impressive.

You can see how he got a 29 on the ACT. You can also tell that’s he’s older than Rose, Beasley, and the other 19 year old kids

formerly sbulls

by Scotter on Jun 26, 2008 6:28 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

He's got media coaching already

He was the one interviewing Doris Burke last night. It was rather impressive.

by NBA Observer on Jun 26, 2008 6:41 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Does anyone know how much longer ESPN is broadcasting the draft?

I remember TNT hosted it once, and EJ, Kenny, and Charles were great.

Just after turning on the TV, I saw Wade, Hoiberg, and some other guy....

by MouseIsInTheHouse on Jun 26, 2008 6:28 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

They make Hugs and Hand Pounds the lead anchor and add Mark Jackson???

Ughh.

Just after turning on the TV, I saw Wade, Hoiberg, and some other guy....

by MouseIsInTheHouse on Jun 26, 2008 6:29 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

LOL... I meant how many more years... my bad.

Just after turning on the TV, I saw Wade, Hoiberg, and some other guy....

by MouseIsInTheHouse on Jun 26, 2008 6:30 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

It's MY bad!:-)

"YES,WE CAN!"-B.OBAMA.

by Azabullsfan on Jun 26, 2008 6:31 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

w00t

When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer

by Illini15 on Jun 26, 2008 6:29 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Here we finally fucking go!

Thank You David Stern for rigging this draft!

by Option27 on Jun 26, 2008 6:31 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

ROSE; ROSE ROSE ROSE!!!

Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???

by bull83 on Jun 26, 2008 6:32 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

lets do this!!

"Left hand, right hand, it doesn't matter. I'm amphibious."

by bulls*hit on Jun 26, 2008 6:32 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

lol 5 minutes

After 1 month they still need 5 minutes?

by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 6:33 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

This is riculus

Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???

by bull83 on Jun 26, 2008 6:33 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

ridiculus

Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???

by bull83 on Jun 26, 2008 6:34 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

The President called

he wants his groove back.

by NBA Observer on Jun 26, 2008 6:42 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Better than the NFL

15 Minutes

"I tell you, Steve Blass, you pitch me inside, they never, never find that ball."
-Roberto Clemente

by cubbybear on Jun 26, 2008 6:34 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Probably just building tension and drama for the TV viewers.

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by 1958ChiTown on Jun 26, 2008 6:36 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

With a knife

"I tell you, Steve Blass, you pitch me inside, they never, never find that ball."
-Roberto Clemente

by cubbybear on Jun 26, 2008 6:37 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Here we go

"There is no 'i' in team, but there is in win."

--23

by Orlando Woolridge on Jun 26, 2008 6:37 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

ROSE!!!

"Left hand, right hand, it doesn't matter. I'm amphibious."

by bulls*hit on Jun 26, 2008 6:38 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Yes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

"YES,WE CAN!"-B.OBAMA.

by Azabullsfan on Jun 26, 2008 6:38 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

So I couldn't find anything about who else the Bulls worked out.

I e-mailed Matt, and he hadn’t heard anything. I e-mailed DraftExpress, and they didn’t respond. I don’t think we’re going to see much wheelin’ & dealin’.

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 6:38 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

w00t w00t Derrick

"I tell you, Steve Blass, you pitch me inside, they never, never find that ball."
-Roberto Clemente

by cubbybear on Jun 26, 2008 6:38 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Ugh. Not really.

Not more than Memphis or Seattle fans.

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 6:39 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

THANK GOD

Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???

by bull83 on Jun 26, 2008 6:39 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Finally!

It is official.

“At guard, from Memphis, 6-3, Derrrick Rooooose!!!!”

by RogersPark Kris on Jun 26, 2008 6:39 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

What is Rose saying? Anything?

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by 1958ChiTown on Jun 26, 2008 6:39 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

HOW STUPID IS THE 4-LETTER NETWORK?!?!?!?!?!

Effin’ S-A-S as the interviewer. Give me a break.

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 6:41 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Whoa

If only I cared about the interview, I would be pissed.

Derrick Rose

"I tell you, Steve Blass, you pitch me inside, they never, never find that ball."
-Roberto Clemente

by cubbybear on Jun 26, 2008 6:42 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I know

But I was hoping they’d ask a few more questions

by Option27 on Jun 26, 2008 6:42 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

He was nervous

Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???

by bull83 on Jun 26, 2008 6:42 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

After all the complaining about

Noah last year now we get “Rose is too bland?”

Everything I post is speculation. I have no insider information nor ideas deemed concrete enough by those who are self-elected to regulate post content.

by cranscape on Jun 26, 2008 6:44 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I never said it was a bad thing

That’s his personality. I don’t want someone trying to pretend he’s hilarious and a goof off because it gets him publicity. Rose’s play will be all the excitement I need.

by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 8:56 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Bland

in interviews. Not on the court. :)

The poster formerly known as Freethefro.

by MPG on Jun 26, 2008 7:54 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Good!

I don’t care if my stars resonate with me, I just want them to stay out of trouble.

by potato0328 on Jun 26, 2008 6:43 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Good news is we're used to it

from all the company-speak the team has been employing in interviews forever.

If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.

by wjb1492 on Jun 26, 2008 6:47 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Now we get to see

who Riley picks. At least it is more interesting than that SHORT interview with Rose.

Everything I post is speculation. I have no insider information nor ideas deemed concrete enough by those who are self-elected to regulate post content.

by cranscape on Jun 26, 2008 6:42 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

No surprise...it's Beasley

we’ll see if he stays there

by swede2287 on Jun 26, 2008 6:43 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

BEASLEY

"Left hand, right hand, it doesn't matter. I'm amphibious."

by bulls*hit on Jun 26, 2008 6:43 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

How're Marion and Beasley going to play together?

"I tell you, Steve Blass, you pitch me inside, they never, never find that ball."
-Roberto Clemente

by cubbybear on Jun 26, 2008 6:43 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Defensively, it kinda makes sense.

Marion is really good at guarding 3’s. It could be a bit crowded on offense though… and Marion won’t be happy getting kicked out of the post/pick-and-roll again (like in Phoenix).

by potato0328 on Jun 26, 2008 6:49 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Well, now comes the long wait for summer league.

(Do number one overall draft picks even participate in summer league?)

After summer leaue, the five year continuous debate about whether or not Paxson made the right choice.

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by 1958ChiTown on Jun 26, 2008 6:45 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I wouldn't be surprised to see Rose, Thomas and Noah play.

Thomas is a stretch, but not completely impossible. Noah didn’t play last year because of his shoulder. I think all three of them should.

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 6:47 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Wow what the hell

The mothers are so poised. What happened to the screaming and crying moms?

by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 6:46 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Yeah

My guess is Gordon moves

"I tell you, Steve Blass, you pitch me inside, they never, never find that ball."
-Roberto Clemente

by cubbybear on Jun 26, 2008 6:47 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

We can add Hughes to sweeten the deal

"I tell you, Steve Blass, you pitch me inside, they never, never find that ball."
-Roberto Clemente

by cubbybear on Jun 26, 2008 6:48 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Rose and his mom

They both sounded like they were just told they were going to be audited in their interview.

by Sports2 on Jun 26, 2008 6:48 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

On no...

Pax just said that Rose is going to have to “earn” his spot and won’t be coming out right away. Bleh.

Everything I post is speculation. I have no insider information nor ideas deemed concrete enough by those who are self-elected to regulate post content.

by cranscape on Jun 26, 2008 6:48 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

i cringed at that as well. classic

When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer

by Illini15 on Jun 26, 2008 6:48 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I liked the juxtaposition of that

and the unfortunate presence of Jim Paxson in the Bulls’ “war room” shot.

by Sports2 on Jun 26, 2008 6:50 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

It's scary

I have a feeling we’re going to be bitching for most of the season about Hinrich playing over Rose.

by Big D on Jun 26, 2008 6:49 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

No fucking way. Joke?

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by 1958ChiTown on Jun 26, 2008 6:49 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I wish.

ESPN did a 30 second interview with him and he managed to squeeze it in there.

Everything I post is speculation. I have no insider information nor ideas deemed concrete enough by those who are self-elected to regulate post content.

by cranscape on Jun 26, 2008 6:50 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I can't believe that

What about earning it by being awesome in college, and more talented than anyone else on the team. Cummon, Pax, let the kids play finally.

"I tell you, Steve Blass, you pitch me inside, they never, never find that ball."
-Roberto Clemente

by cubbybear on Jun 26, 2008 6:50 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

How about we let the other

number one pick on the team start over him. Uh, yeah. That’s nobody. So start him.

Everything I post is speculation. I have no insider information nor ideas deemed concrete enough by those who are self-elected to regulate post content.

by cranscape on Jun 26, 2008 6:52 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

What the fuck did Hinrich do last season to earn anything?

Same old shit from this franchise – Hinrich has a big contract, so he has to play.

by Big D on Jun 26, 2008 6:54 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

LMAO. I already received an e-mail from the Bulls asking

me if I want to pre-order my Derrick Rose jersey.

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by 1958ChiTown on Jun 26, 2008 6:48 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Gordon isn't going anywhere tonight

And neither is Deng.

No one is going to take them without beiong able to talk contract with them

by Edicus2288i on Jun 26, 2008 6:49 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Remember he said

that we was going to wait until 1st of july; and now he said that rose had to learn some things

Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???

by bull83 on Jun 26, 2008 6:51 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Because Hinrich could be a better "teatcher" to rose

Pax said that he have to learn some things

Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???

by bull83 on Jun 26, 2008 6:53 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Who is going to be our backup PG? Duhon?

Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???

by bull83 on Jun 26, 2008 6:55 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

What??? And who will start???????

Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???

by bull83 on Jun 26, 2008 7:01 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Hinrich

Did you hear what Paxson just said? He talked about easing Rose in slowly.

by Big D on Jun 26, 2008 7:02 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

So you agree with me

and gordon will be shopped

Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???

by bull83 on Jun 26, 2008 7:04 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I do agree

I’d rather keep Gordon than Hinrich, but Hinrich would be tough to trade because of his contract and Gordon is a restricted fee agent.

by Big D on Jun 26, 2008 7:05 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I don't understand why everyone says Hinrich's contract is a problem.

You do realize that his contract declines in pay every year. Not to mention that he is somewhere in the top 13-18 PGs in the league. He is a very tradable asset

by Mattchoo on Jun 26, 2008 7:35 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Sorry, but Hinrich

never really came off as anything but a serviceable PG. He never seemed very vocal on the court and as co-captain with Deng last year the team imploded. I don’t dislike Hinrich, but teacher doesn’t seem like something he should be doing with an impressionable rookie. Hire someone to teach him like you’d hire a big man coach.

Everything I post is speculation. I have no insider information nor ideas deemed concrete enough by those who are self-elected to regulate post content.

by cranscape on Jun 26, 2008 6:56 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I think if a really solid trade for the team involving Hinrich comes along, he'll do it.

But if he’s letting Du walk, they do need someone else who can handle the ball. I don’t see that they have a ton of control over where things go with BG.

If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.

by wjb1492 on Jun 26, 2008 6:55 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Him and Foye?

Both need the ball in there hands

by Option27 on Jun 26, 2008 6:50 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

isn't this the clips pick? they're going Eric Gordon

When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer

by Illini15 on Jun 26, 2008 6:54 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

or not

When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer

by Illini15 on Jun 26, 2008 6:54 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Sam Presti is foolish to take Westbrook

The Sonics have nothing on their front line for the future.

by NBA Observer on Jun 26, 2008 6:59 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Rose murdered him

in the tourney

LOL

Just throwing it in there

by Option27 on Jun 26, 2008 6:56 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Westbrook? Nah, that was Collison that got killed.

If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.

by wjb1492 on Jun 26, 2008 6:58 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Come on Pax

This is your chance make a deal with Memphis and give Chicago some Love!!

by Edicus2288i on Jun 26, 2008 6:57 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Probably the best thing for him, really.

If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.

by wjb1492 on Jun 26, 2008 6:59 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

We gotta ask Presti

to take Noc. Jeff Green can’t play the PF.

by NBA Observer on Jun 26, 2008 7:02 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I actually kinda like those three guys together.

You either have a nice big lineup with Green at the 3 or a really good small ball lineup.

by potato0328 on Jun 26, 2008 7:04 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Not sure what they do with Green, but I like KD much better at the 3 than the 2

If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.

by wjb1492 on Jun 26, 2008 7:04 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I can't believe that last pick. The Rondo Effect.

When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer

by Illini15 on Jun 26, 2008 6:58 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

But isn't Rondo like huge for a PG

And his hands are massive Westbrook looks small.

by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 6:59 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I was talking about their superb athleticism and defensive skills

combined with a lack of a real offensive game…

When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer

by Illini15 on Jun 26, 2008 7:01 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Huge?

Um… 6’1”/175???

Westbrook is the same size as Rose.

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 7:02 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Rondo is 6'1?

I think the TV just makes him look huge.

by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 7:03 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

he has a massive wingspan

When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer

by Illini15 on Jun 26, 2008 7:05 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

My "Must Haves" for this draft:
Bulls take Rose
Portland doesn’t get Westbrook
Portland doesn’t get Alexander
Portland doesn’t get Rush

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 6:59 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Memphis

is taking Love…

by DangerMouse on Jun 26, 2008 7:00 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

worst kept secret

Love was on PTI and kept bringing up Memphis over and over and over again. Good fit I think. Well, I’m just happy he isn’t with the Bulls

by DangerMouse on Jun 26, 2008 7:02 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

here comes bayless

When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer

by Illini15 on Jun 26, 2008 7:02 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Love goes to Memphis

I like the pick for them.

And damn he got a huge applause.

by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 7:02 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Knicks have so many holes

I think they take the big Italian kid or Bayless. I hope they take Augstin though. Add a career backup :)

by DangerMouse on Jun 26, 2008 7:04 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

poor guy

he’s gonna be real good

by swede2287 on Jun 26, 2008 7:07 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

his stock fell just because of

recent international scares.

He can be real, real good.

by swede2287 on Jun 26, 2008 7:08 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Those guys are booing just cuz.

They forgot what it’s like to be in the draft lottery.

(

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 7:08 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Knicks=epic fail


Actually, he’ll be good, but the fans will kill him unless he plays with David Lee type hustle.

by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 7:08 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Galinari has an Ukranian first name.

Ukranian mom?Next Khryapa?

"YES,WE CAN!"-B.OBAMA.

by Azabullsfan on Jun 26, 2008 7:09 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

The Rooster shoe

Yeah that’s gonna sell dumbasses.

by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 7:09 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Has the Paxson interview been played anywhere locally?

I haven’t heard it on ESPN 1000.

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by Jivas on Jun 26, 2008 7:10 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Oh man poor kid

How can a city full of people be so classless.

by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 7:10 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I was just going to say that

I hope he can show they were wrong booing him

Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???

by bull83 on Jun 26, 2008 7:13 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

They were booing in English

They whistle in Italian or some shit like that.

by NBA Observer on Jun 26, 2008 7:14 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

lopez might have the highest value now

but i could see gordon or bayless picked next

by swede2287 on Jun 26, 2008 7:12 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Good buy,Elton.

"YES,WE CAN!"-B.OBAMA.

by Azabullsfan on Jun 26, 2008 7:13 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

don't like the gordon pick

but i’m not at all surprised the clips took him

by swede2287 on Jun 26, 2008 7:14 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Kind of funny there as everyone else is talking about how he can't handle the ball,

not a great passer, etc., then Jackson (I think it was his voice, I was in the other room) says he can play both backcourt positions. Really? ‘Cause a PG who can’t handle the ball or pass seems like a problem…

If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.

by wjb1492 on Jun 26, 2008 7:16 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Need a big

Just a PF big. I don’t know what they do though.

by NBA Observer on Jun 26, 2008 7:16 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I think the Bobcats will take Lopez

I don’t know if they’re sold on Okafor and besides isn’t Okafor a RFA?

by Edicus2288i on Jun 26, 2008 7:16 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

they will take Lopez

to move Okafor to the 4, his natural position.

by DangerMouse on Jun 26, 2008 7:18 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

lopez or augustin

i think they should take lopez

by swede2287 on Jun 26, 2008 7:17 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

So the Mavericks *only* won 51 games last year.

That’s their fewest since 1999-2000, according to the 4-letter.

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 7:17 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Mark Jackson is so dumb.

Every other person in and around the NBA understands that the Knicks are building towards 2010… but he thinks they need someone who can “help today.”

by potato0328 on Jun 26, 2008 7:18 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

why alexander?

you just traded for jefferson?

I bet joe’s pissed he’s gonna be stuck behind someone.

by swede2287 on Jun 26, 2008 7:18 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

yeah

bad pick. But hey, he will hustle? the Bucks are a joke

by DangerMouse on Jun 26, 2008 7:19 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Every Skiles team needs

a Nocioni. Too bad we couldn’t send him the real thing

formerly sbulls

by Scotter on Jun 26, 2008 7:19 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

LOL

Somehwere Skiles is creaming his pants.

by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 7:19 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

LOL

Just after turning on the TV, I saw Wade, Hoiberg, and some other guy....

by MouseIsInTheHouse on Jun 26, 2008 7:19 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Weird?

Jefferson is the 3
Alexander is the 4

It’s not that weird

by Option27 on Jun 26, 2008 7:20 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

has no eye brows...

Step 1 - Win lottery. Step 2 - Hire a coach. Step 3 - Win.

by Lt.Dan on Jun 26, 2008 7:26 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Come on, don't pick on the guy for something he has no control over.

He’s actually really good about working with kids with the same condition.

If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.

by wjb1492 on Jun 26, 2008 7:29 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

ha

Dum spiro spero! (While there is life, there’s hope!)--Leon Trotsky

by alec on Jun 26, 2008 7:29 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I didn't think it was harsh...

I stated a fact.

Step 1 - Win lottery. Step 2 - Hire a coach. Step 3 - Win.

by Lt.Dan on Jun 26, 2008 7:31 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

i'd play alexander over charlie at the 4

charlie doesn’t think on the court.

by swede2287 on Jun 26, 2008 7:20 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

a return of small ball?

thankfully not in Chicago.

by DangerMouse on Jun 26, 2008 7:21 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

trade kirk now

i would love to see the Bulls trade Kirk tonight. the Blazers can’t like anyone on the board.

by DangerMouse on Jun 26, 2008 7:20 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Kirk in Balance

Trade Kirk now: worth 5.5 million to us, 9 million to the partner.

Trade Kirk on or after Tuesday: Worth 9 million to us, 9 million to the partner.

The Bucks just picked a SF they may try to play the PF. They didn’t pick a PG. They are paying Charlie Bell and Mo Williams. Would Charlie Bell work as a backup PG for us?

Are there better destinations for Kirk? Does it have to be now or can it be AFTER negotiations with Deng and Gordon?

by NBA Observer on Jun 26, 2008 7:30 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I guess the speaking Mandarin bonus is not a bonus anymore since they got rid of Yi

Just after turning on the TV, I saw Wade, Hoiberg, and some other guy....

by MouseIsInTheHouse on Jun 26, 2008 7:21 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Those two moves don't make sense together to me.

Trading for Jefferson says they’re trying to make the playoffs… but then they draft Alexander, probably the biggest project in the lottery? At the same position?

by potato0328 on Jun 26, 2008 7:23 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Bobcats pick next

Will MJ find a way to pick another Tar Heel?

by Big D on Jun 26, 2008 7:22 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I don't think so.

If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.

by wjb1492 on Jun 26, 2008 7:23 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

should be lopez

i’ll laugh if they take randolph

by swede2287 on Jun 26, 2008 7:23 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I think these next couple picks

could have a lot of trade possibilities for the Bulls.

Both Char and Indy have another first rounder (20 and 17 respectfully)

And Por and GS are probably looking to deal their picks.

Should be interesting

by Edicus2288i on Jun 26, 2008 7:24 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

NY pick doesn't look to impressive

he won’t be able to do the slow moves in the NBA

by exult463 on Jun 26, 2008 7:24 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

terrible pick Jordan

Augstin and Felton isn’t pretty together

by DangerMouse on Jun 26, 2008 7:26 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

True, but Felton may just not be that good

And Augustin might actually be good. It’s insurance against Felton never being a valuable starting PG.

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by Jivas on Jun 26, 2008 7:27 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

That's true.

It seems like the consensus opinion is that Bayless is the most PG-ready of the combo guards though. I guess they want a “purer” point.

by potato0328 on Jun 26, 2008 7:28 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Come on Pax

Send Hughes/Gooden/next year’s first for NJ’s pick.

That way we can get Lopez.

And this helps the Nets clear more cap for 2010.
Gooden expires this year and Hughes the following.

by Edicus2288i on Jun 26, 2008 7:26 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Do it now PAX!!!

Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???

by bull83 on Jun 26, 2008 7:28 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

#9 - that was "our" pick, guys.

If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.

by wjb1492 on Jun 26, 2008 7:28 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

uggh

I think we would have taken Bayless or Lopez though

by DangerMouse on Jun 26, 2008 7:28 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Well, yeah, I'm not saying we would have done the same thing,

but these are the guys the Bulls would have been choosing among.

If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.

by wjb1492 on Jun 26, 2008 7:30 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I think he's used playing along side a guy with crazy hair.

Just after turning on the TV, I saw Wade, Hoiberg, and some other guy....

by MouseIsInTheHouse on Jun 26, 2008 7:31 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

GREAT point!

Perspective is always good….

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by Jivas on Jun 26, 2008 7:31 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

great post... that is some good perspective.

we all should be damn thankful for the #1 pick

by Mattchoo on Jun 26, 2008 7:41 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

The Kings have got to be giddy

The Pacers aren’t going to take Bayless, since they just traded for TJ Ford, so he’s going to drop to them at 12 (unless someone trades up with Insiana).

by Big D on Jun 26, 2008 7:31 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

You think they'll take him?

I guess TJ Ford is injury-prone, so maybe you’re right.

by Big D on Jun 26, 2008 7:32 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Portland wont let go Bayless

Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???

by bull83 on Jun 26, 2008 7:33 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I wouldn't be suprised to see a trade with Miami!

I think ole Riles is going to be shopping Beasley or Marion. We may be the team to grab one of them. Maybe KH & Gooden for Marion.

Kick it to me... I'm open!

by #23 on Jun 26, 2008 7:33 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Ugh

I like Marion but we would get robbed there.

by Edicus2288i on Jun 26, 2008 7:35 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Hinrich+Noc for Marion?

This trade would really help Miami much more than it would help Chicago. We’d just get the cap room.

I think Riley works the phones to get his PF first.

by NBA Observer on Jun 26, 2008 7:35 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Best player available

by far. Good pick, even if they have TJ Ford. He will be there Ben Gordon.

by DangerMouse on Jun 26, 2008 7:37 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

alright portland and GState

are coming up. They don’t need anyone on the board. They could both use Kirk and Noce. We should be working the phones to those two teams.

by DangerMouse on Jun 26, 2008 7:39 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I'm interested in GS's pick

I really want to get Kosta Koufos.
How about Andris Biedrins and their pick for Hinrich/Hughes/Gooden?

by Edicus2288i on Jun 26, 2008 7:39 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Whoa!

If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.

by wjb1492 on Jun 26, 2008 7:41 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I was just thinking we were about evened out - people went in different orders than anticipated,

but everyone expected to be off the board here was off. Then Jason Thompson out of the blue! First guy not invited to be there in person.

If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.

by wjb1492 on Jun 26, 2008 7:43 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Ewww

Sad Sactown!

by Option27 on Jun 26, 2008 7:42 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

well, shit. That means Portland will take Rush.

And he’ll excel as the SF guarding perimeter players and hitting 3’s. Dammit. One pick away from them having nothing.

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 7:43 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I guess they could take Mario Chalmers.

Who would be another good fit for them.

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 7:43 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I like Portland. I like the Jayhawks. Either works for me. :)

If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.

by wjb1492 on Jun 26, 2008 7:44 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I don't like Portland fans.

I was fine rooting for the team until I encountered their ridiculous superiority complex.

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 7:45 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

DAMMIT!!!

Rush was one of my favorite players, too. This is such a sad, sad moment for me.

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 7:47 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

interesting 2 options

both players would work. Chalmers came up big in championship and solid player since being in college. Rush a shooter.

by exult463 on Jun 26, 2008 7:45 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

here comes Rush to the Blazers...

When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer

by Illini15 on Jun 26, 2008 7:43 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Hinrich and Noce for
13, Blake and Raef. We select Rush withe 13 pick…

by DangerMouse on Jun 26, 2008 7:44 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Don't want

Blake ever in a Bulls jersey

by exult463 on Jun 26, 2008 7:47 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

How does that help us?

I’m sorry, but Hinrich and Noce are both better basketball players than everyone you mentioned.

by Mattchoo on Jun 26, 2008 7:48 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

the point was to clear capspace for 2010

plus Noce isn’t and shouldn’t play this year.

by DangerMouse on Jun 26, 2008 7:51 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Jay Bilas says that Thompson "got tired" in the MAAC Tournament

I’m sure he won’t get tired over the course of an 82-game NBA season, though.

by Big D on Jun 26, 2008 7:45 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

dammit

When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer

by Illini15 on Jun 26, 2008 7:47 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Chad Ford says Bayless is going to Portland

http://sports.espn.go.com/nbadraft/draft/tracker/round?draftyear=2008

Bayless really slid in the draft, which makes him a great value here. Why would the Pacers draft another point guard after trading for T.J. Ford? We’re hearing Bayless is going to Portland for No. 13 and Jarrett Jack.

by Big D on Jun 26, 2008 7:47 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Makes sense since the Blazers just took Rush.

I think Bayless will flop due to his size. I’d love that trade.

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 7:48 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

new thread is up

http://www.blogabull.com/2008/6/26/559690/bulls-select-derrick-rose

management sez: recommend fanposts/fanshots/comments! Click 'reply' when replying to a comment! Flag jerkfaces!

by your friendly BullsBlogger on Jun 26, 2008 7:48 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

i like the randolph pick

he’s got some huge upside.

He could thrive at golden state.

by swede2287 on Jun 26, 2008 7:52 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Me too. Nice value there.

When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer

by Illini15 on Jun 26, 2008 7:55 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

chad ford
The Blazers will send the rights to Rush and Jarrett Jack to the Pacers for the rights to Bayless and Ike Diogu
.

by swede2287 on Jun 26, 2008 7:56 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

meh. That's alright.

I don’t think they’ll seriously contend against the Bulls in 3-5 years when the Bulls are really making their move.

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 7:59 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Roy plays point anytime it's an important possession

So Bayless makes more sense than Augustin.

formerly sbulls

by Scotter on Jun 26, 2008 8:04 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Plus the defensive difference.

If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.

by wjb1492 on Jun 26, 2008 8:13 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

yeah i guess they're similar

noah’s more athletic.

they compare robin lopez to varejao.

by swede2287 on Jun 26, 2008 8:01 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Does extra crazy hair = energy?

Noah, Lopez, Varejao, Etan Thomas…

Just after turning on the TV, I saw Wade, Hoiberg, and some other guy....

by MouseIsInTheHouse on Jun 26, 2008 8:03 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

BIG BEN

in his prime(before he was a bull) with his fro he was mad energetic.

by AFireInside661 on Jun 29, 2008 2:22 AM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

kinda surprised pheonix took robin lopez

they got shaq, amare, skinner, and they typically like to play small

by swede2287 on Jun 26, 2008 7:58 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Bayless going to Portland

If I’m the Blazer’s I’d take Bayless before Kirk also.
Our options are getting smaller to move Kirk. Maybe the Clippers
and Elton Brand – Kirk trade?

by exult463 on Jun 26, 2008 8:19 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

While Pax is being cautious

trade partners are disappearing.

Portland and Indiana definitely seem to be off the board now.

by Sports2 on Jun 26, 2008 8:29 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

We need to try to Koufos

I think he’ll be a very nice back-up center

by Edicus2288i on Jun 26, 2008 8:05 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Stuar Scott: "Jay, you just mentioned [Hickson]. You look like Nostradamus."

Bilas: “Well, Stu, I just mentioned five guys, but thanks for the compliment.”

Cleveland is so stupid. I can’t believe they’ve barely gotten better [as a team] over five years of having LeBron James.

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 8:22 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

they're a good defensive team, terrible offensive team

they could have got an athletic big to help their offense.

arthur or koufus.

and they took hickson. i don’t like it.

by swede2287 on Jun 26, 2008 8:24 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

move garbage in move garbage out

Cavs are in the recycling business.

by exult463 on Jun 26, 2008 8:24 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Get the #26 from the spurs

And get arthur or Kostas Koufas

Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???

by bull83 on Jun 26, 2008 8:28 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

WOW!!

MJ is trying to be the new Isiah isn’t he?

by Edicus2288i on Jun 26, 2008 8:28 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

It's not too bad.

He traded a future pick for a guy who will have to be kept overseas. I mean, it’s not good, but I don’t htink it’s terrible.

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 8:30 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Wow, Devin Harris, Darrell Arthur (???) and Brook Lopez...

...to go along w/ LeBron James in 2 years? Hmm…

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 8:33 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I know right

His draft file has a constipated picture of him.

by TRiCioNeRo on Jun 26, 2008 8:34 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

WAK UP PAX!!!

SEND NOCE TO THE SPURS FOR THE #26. We can get a good Big guy

Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???

by bull83 on Jun 26, 2008 8:35 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

How?

I dont think that would work… Noce is worth more than the 26th

by TRiCioNeRo on Jun 26, 2008 8:36 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

i don't think he is

but it would be tough to make the salaries work.

by swede2287 on Jun 26, 2008 8:37 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Maybe theoretically, but it clears space for the Bulls

It wouldn’t be the worst idea ever.

If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.

by wjb1492 on Jun 26, 2008 8:37 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Exactly

Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???

by bull83 on Jun 26, 2008 8:39 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

he's traveling in a car thru a under ground bridge

at the moment, playing on his new cell phone saying

“can you hear me now”

by exult463 on Jun 26, 2008 8:37 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Blazers

Thats a nice pick with Bayless. I still think they would take Kirk or Noce.

by TRiCioNeRo on Jun 26, 2008 8:41 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I don't see a need for Kirk

on their roster with Bayless trade, maybe still some Noc interest, but his contract and defensive play are n’t so attractive to any team.

by exult463 on Jun 26, 2008 8:47 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

back court

Bayless, Hinrich and Roy sounds sick.

by TRiCioNeRo on Jun 26, 2008 8:49 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

who's gonna fall out of the first round

and guaranteed money?

arthur is holding his breath.

by swede2287 on Jun 26, 2008 8:42 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I feel sorry for him

Hes going in the first round though Portland, Memphis, Detroit and Boston couldnt pass on him. Especially him playing the 3 in Portland.

by TRiCioNeRo on Jun 26, 2008 8:45 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Seattle

Has to take Jordan

by TRiCioNeRo on Jun 26, 2008 8:46 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Arthur, Greene and Jordan all falling hard.

Is there any way that CDR makes it to Chicago in the 2nd round?

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 8:49 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I don't see how he doesn't get snatched up by SA

Bruce Bowen is a million years old, they need someone else who can be a SG/SF.

by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 8:50 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I guess not trying hard enough in college comes back to bite you

Arthur and Jordan were heralded as lottery picks for months.

by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 8:51 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Or

Any of the gentlemen you mentioned… Hardin wouldnt be a bad choice but id still rather Jordan for his physical abilities.

by TRiCioNeRo on Jun 26, 2008 8:51 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Jordan is a project

The Bulls have enough stuff to worry about, they ahve to add another 7 footer with raw talent to the mix? Let them develop Tyrus first.

by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 8:52 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

If Jordan falls out of the 1st round, I'd trade up to get him

Maybe there’s only a 5 percent chance that he’ll be any good, but his upside is great enough that he’s worth a gamble. I wouldn’t want to give him a guaranteed contract, but I’d take him in the 2nd round in a minute.

by Big D on Jun 26, 2008 8:52 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

those idiots at espn would interview arthur

while he’s been and still is waiting to get drafted..

by swede2287 on Jun 26, 2008 8:53 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Ah, Seattle with a raw big

Now it’s a draft!

If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.

by wjb1492 on Jun 26, 2008 8:54 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Must improve: Experience

That’s what ESPN said, anyways.

by Big D on Jun 26, 2008 8:54 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I thought Sam Presti was a genius?

What’s the point of having 9 picks if you don’t pick the right players?

by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 8:55 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

It kind of seemed like a pre-decided pick,

like it was anticipated that there wouldn’t be anyone good left?

If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.

by wjb1492 on Jun 26, 2008 8:56 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

brandon rush next reggie miller?

efficient scorer.

reggie miller probably was one of te most efficient scorers in NBA history?

by exult463 on Jun 26, 2008 8:56 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

He's great, but not that efficient.

If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.

by wjb1492 on Jun 26, 2008 8:56 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Maybe

We could offer our second round for Miamis if we include some JamesOn hair gel.

by TRiCioNeRo on Jun 26, 2008 8:57 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

D'Antoni

????
so many question marks…

by exult463 on Jun 26, 2008 9:00 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

GEORGE HILL?!?!?!?!?!?!

Over Chris Douglas-Roberts?

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 9:01 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

yeah....

but you know the spurs aren’t going to pick some slouch.

by swede2287 on Jun 26, 2008 9:03 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

DraftExpress is reporting that Batum was trying to go to the Spurs.

Apparently, they hid his physical after his medical problem to try to get to the Spurs and Batum’s agent told DX, right after he was picked, “We just missed it by one pick.”

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 9:05 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I bet

Nawlins is wishing they had that pick.

by TRiCioNeRo on Jun 26, 2008 9:04 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Fuck the Blazers

Seriously? Arthur as your backup to LMA?

by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 9:09 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Wow, Portland FUCKING AGAIN had the steals of the draft.

A Top-5 pick at 13 and a Lottery pick at 27??? What? I’m so angry w/ Portland. I hope they never put it together.

by tyger1147 on Jun 26, 2008 9:10 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Seriously, Matt better block any shitboxes that ever try to post from Blazers Edge

They have stocked so much fucking talent, they could go get Carmelo just for the hell of it.

by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 9:13 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

11 picks left

Only five players I like left.

by TRiCioNeRo on Jun 26, 2008 9:18 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Jordan could be available

If we could get Walker I say he’s worth the risk

by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 9:21 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

either would be a helluva pick at that point. don't see it happening though :\

When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer

by Illini15 on Jun 26, 2008 9:21 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

You think that Australian guy could fall to us?

God I’m so mad at Portland I want Chicago to get a steal in the 2nd round.

by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 9:22 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

and they have another one coming up. you know they're taking a guy we want

When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer

by Illini15 on Jun 26, 2008 9:24 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Maybe

Ask KG anythings possible

by TRiCioNeRo on Jun 26, 2008 9:25 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

not feelin' that at all

When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer

by Illini15 on Jun 26, 2008 9:24 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

i agree. but they're games are different. walker is more of an inside punisher. also more explosive.

When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer

by Illini15 on Jun 26, 2008 9:27 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

their*

When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer

by Illini15 on Jun 26, 2008 9:27 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Walker to Detroit? and then CDR to Celts?

When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer

by Illini15 on Jun 26, 2008 9:20 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

DJ White?

Yeah that’s definitely a post Rasheed move.

by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 9:23 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

CDR and Chalmers still out there

Guess that NCAA finals boost doesn’t work for everyone, huh?

If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.

by wjb1492 on Jun 26, 2008 9:23 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I don't get it

CDR was projected everywhere from 10-20. What’s so bad about him that successful teams wouldn’t pick him?

by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 9:24 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm wondering if it's a problem of who they worked out for?

I mean, it makes no sense to me – but maybe the teams picking now just didn’t really scope them out or something.

If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.

by wjb1492 on Jun 26, 2008 9:30 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I said, new thread is up

once it’s over 300 comments it gets a little slow-loading, no?

http://www.blogabull.com/2008/6/26/559690/bulls-select-derrick-rose

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by your friendly BullsBlogger on Jun 26, 2008 9:28 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Chris Douglas Roberts to NETS 40th pick

WTF, man Bulls picked Sonny Weems 39th pick, wtf, He is a forward who is 6’5 and CDR never lost a game of 1 on 1 in his life (thats wat he says) and he is also 6’7! What the hell were the Bulls thinking right there?18ppg
BTW CDR was best player on Memphis before D-Rose took over. 18ppg, 4.1 rebs. Wow, just wow nice one Pax.

by bulls100 on Jun 26, 2008 10:07 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Read the "Omar Asik' post thing.

I was miffed by it too, but meh, we’re getting a center in two years. Who is apparently very good, and has a large amount of potential.
Let’s trade Hinrich for CDR and someone else good! Err … Nets, nets … I can’t think of anyone good on the nets anymore. Crap. Err. Maybe they can give up like $30 million. And then … they’ll … have two point guards. Woo. This is totally plausible.

by Prevenge on Jun 27, 2008 2:52 AM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

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