Bulls' big men coming up small
John Jackson: After the Bulls' embarrassing 116-74 loss Wednesday to the Portland Trail Blazers, I was curious to see how rookie coach Vinny Del Negro would react the next day.
John Jackson: After the Bulls' embarrassing 116-74 loss Wednesday to the Portland Trail Blazers, I was curious to see how rookie coach Vinny Del Negro would react the next day.
Kobe-to-Bulls story not so hot this time
When the Bulls stopped in Los Angeles during their annual November road trip a year ago, many fans were hoping they'd find a way to bring Kobe Bryant back with them.
Del Negro not out of his league
In politics, a new president usually gets 100 days in office before the media begin publicly evaluating his job performance.
Bulls-Cavs poised to be rivalry again
John Jackson: Eighteen months ago, the Bulls and Cleveland Cavaliers seemed to be on the verge of a great rivalry. Both young teams were nearing 50 victories and were battling each other for second place in the Eastern Conference late in the 2006-07 regular season.
John Jackson: Eighteen months ago, the Bulls and Cleveland Cavaliers seemed to be on the verge of a great rivalry. Both young teams were nearing 50 victories and were battling each other for second place in the Eastern Conference late in the 2006-07 regular season.
Rose the straw that stirs Bulls
John Jackson: Transactions-wise, it was a very quiet offseason for the Bulls. They made no major trades or free-agent acquisitions, and opted not to address an overcrowded backcourt and a thin frontcourt. In reality, though, it was far from an uneventful summer because the Bulls established two cornerstones that will serve as the franchise's foundation for the foreseeable future.
John Jackson: Transactions-wise, it was a very quiet offseason for the Bulls. They made no major trades or free-agent acquisitions, and opted not to address an overcrowded backcourt and a thin frontcourt. In reality, though, it was far from an uneventful summer because the Bulls established two cornerstones that will serve as the franchise's foundation for the foreseeable future.
Rose's supporting cast steps up in opener
John Jackson: For obvious reasons, the main attraction in the Bulls' season opener Tuesday against the Milwaukee Bucks was Derrick Rose.
John Jackson: For obvious reasons, the main attraction in the Bulls' season opener Tuesday against the Milwaukee Bucks was Derrick Rose.
Bulls get good review
For obvious reasons, the main attraction in the Bulls' season opener Tuesday against the Milwaukee Bucks was Derrick Rose. The heralded rookie was making his official NBA debut, and everyone, it seems, wanted to see how he'd handle the pressure of being hailed as the franchise's next star.