Game Preview #52 - Bulls vs. New York Knicks
by Cosmis on Feb 16, 2010 2:02 PM CST
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The Bulls will attempt to get the "second half" of the season off on a winning note tonight at the UC against the lowly Knicks, losers of 8 of their last 10 (the two wins were over Minnesota and Washington, so they shouldn't really even count). While the Knickerbockers' season has very quickly taken a turn for the worse, they remain a potentially dangerous team (especially from range), with several players capable of huge nights (Nate Robinson, Al Harrington, Wilson Chandler, David Lee, possibly Danilo Gallinari). These two games (on at the UC, one in MSG) might, could, hopefully will be the last time we see this Bulls' roster together, so we might as well come out above .500
Most Important Bulls in the World:
With no offense intended to the Knicks and their fans, tonight's focus will be on Joakim Noah's foot and Derrick Rose's...umm...hip. If Rose and Noah can play, they should beat this team. If Rose and Noah are healthy, they will beat this team, especially at home. Rose looked hobbled in the All-Star Game, but the fact that he scored 8 points in 15 minutes is nice, since even the All-Star teams probably play better defense than the Knicks do.
Key to the Game:
I suppose a repeat of the Knicks' first visit to Chicago this season would be an ideal situation, but you can't expect an NBA team to shoot that poorly from deep on a consistent basis (well, an NBA team not named the Bulls). Either way, defensive rotation and denying the open three are probably the best ways to ensure a victory in this contest. David Lee is an All-Star (and a deserving one), but Noah, if healthy, should cancel him out pretty well. As always, a scoring punch off of the bench will help (here's to you John Salmons/Devin Brown). I know this isn't the most complex game plan in the world, but the Bulls are a much better team than New York. There shouldn't be a need to out-think or out-coach them (which is good because that is not happening).
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Nate will not be playing tonight
He didn’t make the trip to Chicago. Apparently he got sick over all star weekend.
No word if the sickness was caused by a virus or being part of that sham of a dunk contest.
Vinny: "[Thrust] means pace, it means getting the ball out, it means getting your back to the sidelines, it means extending your outlets, it means getting the ball up the court into our early offense with plenty of time."
No word if the sickness caused by Cowboys chearleaders ;-)
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by Azabullsfan on Feb 16, 2010 3:46 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
Nate
forgot his cap, you catch stuff when your head isn’t protected.
by QUINTEN DALEY on Feb 16, 2010 4:03 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
did u see derozens last dunk
?
On Behalf of Sue, Wjb, majoyenrac, Bullshooter and all the other Hinrich fans...Ill keep the Hinrich Hope coming...There will be light!
I just realized this is a back to back.
Here and then at New York.. I feel like this has been the case the past few years.
Beasley spent the first two quarters like he was wandering through a forest.-Neil Funk
You're saying Larry Hughes isn't capable of having a huge night?
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at this stage in his career
I would say it’s a lot less likely than the others.
Plus, i didn’t want to have to list every player on their roster.
Illinois Mr. Basketball in 2007. NCAA Tournament South Region MVP 2008. First Overall Pick in 2008 Draft. 2009 Rookie of the Year, 1st Team All-Rookie. Tied for Most Points by a Rookie in First Playoff Game (36), Second Player Ever With 35 points and 10 assists in playoff debut (Chris Paul).
2010 All-Star.
And more to come. Derrick Rose.
except Jared Jeffries
Illinois Mr. Basketball in 2007. NCAA Tournament South Region MVP 2008. First Overall Pick in 2008 Draft. 2009 Rookie of the Year, 1st Team All-Rookie. Tied for Most Points by a Rookie in First Playoff Game (36), Second Player Ever With 35 points and 10 assists in playoff debut (Chris Paul).
2010 All-Star.
And more to come. Derrick Rose.
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He’s nabbed a lot of interviews from actual players/ coaches (including Mike D’Antoni), and his humor posts are absolutely hilarious.
Seth—> pretty good blogger.
I expect David Lee
to have a big game auditioning for the Chicago fans tonight. The Bulls may not be that good, but the Knicks are just bad, if that makes sense. I expect the Bulls to win as long as Derrick is healthy enough to play.
Joakim on whether he ever tried tennis: "I played a little bit. If anybody on the Bulls wanted to play me, I would kick their ass."
Hey
Posting and Toasting has a T-Mobile ticket contest (hint, hint).
Joakim on whether he ever tried tennis: "I played a little bit. If anybody on the Bulls wanted to play me, I would kick their ass."
by bigballa10 on Feb 16, 2010 3:26 PM CST reply actions 1 recs
T-Mobile gets him tickets
because they’re a sponsor for the Knicks. They don’t have that arrangement with the Bulls (sorry)
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Beasley spent the first two quarters like he was wandering through a forest.-Neil Funk
This is going to be like watching a basketball funeral.
Beasley spent the first two quarters like he was wandering through a forest.-Neil Funk
it won't be too bad
when nocioni went to the kings i kinda missed him. but after a day or two, i realized how he didn’t do much for the bulls. he’s just a less athletic, argentinian version of deng.
by blockedshot on Feb 16, 2010 3:43 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
I just meant most these players won't be on these teams next season.
Beasley spent the first two quarters like he was wandering through a forest.-Neil Funk
this will be a showcase for harrington, tyrus, hinrich, miller, salmons, jeffries
2 nights of show and tell for both clubs
the other night, i had a dream where i was sitting on the baseline with tyrus thomas at a bulls game… tyrus had burned up looking fingers too… what a bizarre dream and why the hell was tyrus in my dream?
harrington/jeffries for tyrus/miller or tyrus/salmons?
Maybe because your name is blockedshot?
If you can't answer a man's arguments, all is not lost. You can still call him vile names.
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by Tyrusmancrush on Feb 16, 2010 4:24 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
Since both the teams are going to be blown up can we just make this a rumor thread?
After acquiring Marcus Camby from the Clippers for Steve Blake, Travis Outlaw and cash, the Trail Blazers may just be getting started. A
person familiar with the team’s thinking told CBSSports.com that Portland remains active in trade discussions and has targeted Tyrus Thomas in a secretive bid to acquire a second frontcourt player for the stretch run.
The Blazers have kept in close contact with Bulls officials regarding Thomas, and the acquisition of Camby has not dampened their interest, a source said. They may need a third team to facilitate a deal since they sent their two most significant expiring contracts to the Clippers for Camby.
Adding a second big man would not only numerically atone for the loss of Greg Oden and Joel Pryzbilla, it would also give the Blazers the best of both worlds with those acquisitions. Camby will help them this season, but his $7.7 million expiring contract wouldn’t cloud their future plans. With Thomas, who will be a restricted free agent this summer, the Blazers could take a look at him for the rest of the season and decide whether they want to tender him the $6.3 million offer sheet or let him walk.
http://www.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/11838893/20082353
Beasley spent the first two quarters like he was wandering through a forest.-Neil Funk
by SoulEater7 on Feb 16, 2010 4:10 PM CST reply actions 1 recs
so far, bulls are 1-3 against those teams
Why aren't they selling Rose's all star jersey?
Vinnie should
give Taj and Tyrus some time together against the Knicks centerless team. I actually enjoy watching them together.
My Bulls mantra for the last ten years has been, “At least we’re not the Knicks.” Don’t spoil it for me.
by El Toro de Goro on Feb 16, 2010 4:46 PM CST reply actions
I just realized
if Nate isn’t playing, then Chris Duhon will be guarding Rose the majority of the game?
Rose is gonna score 70 tonight…
Illinois Mr. Basketball in 2007. NCAA Tournament South Region MVP 2008. First Overall Pick in 2008 Draft. 2009 Rookie of the Year, 1st Team All-Rookie. Tied for Most Points by a Rookie in First Playoff Game (36), Second Player Ever With 35 points and 10 assists in playoff debut (Chris Paul).
2010 All-Star.
And more to come. Derrick Rose.
In all honesty
he should never put up less than 20
Illinois Mr. Basketball in 2007. NCAA Tournament South Region MVP 2008. First Overall Pick in 2008 Draft. 2009 Rookie of the Year, 1st Team All-Rookie. Tied for Most Points by a Rookie in First Playoff Game (36), Second Player Ever With 35 points and 10 assists in playoff debut (Chris Paul).
2010 All-Star.
And more to come. Derrick Rose.
unless
he gots knocked down by David Lee….lol
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Lee's far too busy
being a turnstyle
Go Rockets/Nets[CDR]/Bucks[Jennings]!
Duhon
is a better defender than Nate, although neither of them can stop Rose, so it’s a moot point.
Vinny: "[Thrust] means pace, it means getting the ball out, it means getting your back to the sidelines, it means extending your outlets, it means getting the ball up the court into our early offense with plenty of time."
he's a better defender
but he’s literally half as fast as Nate. And he sucks as an offensive player.
If there’s one thing I’ve noticed about Derrick, it’s that not having to worry about his assignment can really free him up on the offensive end.
Case in point, Pacers, Hawks, Suns (he doesn’t guard Nash vs Phoenix). He’s had big games against all three of those teams, and all three of those teams have sub-standard offensive point guards (Bibby is strictly a shooter now).
Illinois Mr. Basketball in 2007. NCAA Tournament South Region MVP 2008. First Overall Pick in 2008 Draft. 2009 Rookie of the Year, 1st Team All-Rookie. Tied for Most Points by a Rookie in First Playoff Game (36), Second Player Ever With 35 points and 10 assists in playoff debut (Chris Paul).
2010 All-Star.
And more to come. Derrick Rose.
but you're right
it is a pretty much moot point
Illinois Mr. Basketball in 2007. NCAA Tournament South Region MVP 2008. First Overall Pick in 2008 Draft. 2009 Rookie of the Year, 1st Team All-Rookie. Tied for Most Points by a Rookie in First Playoff Game (36), Second Player Ever With 35 points and 10 assists in playoff debut (Chris Paul).
2010 All-Star.
And more to come. Derrick Rose.
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Miller is starting over Tyrus….str8 BS.
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DRose
with a quick 6
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Damn Bullss
is it just you and I tonight…..you’d think people would be excited to see them play after a break….maybe theres a Monday night winter olympics party I’m missing IDK….
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ROSE
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