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The 2020 NBA All-Star Weekend will take place on February 16 at the United Center in Chicago and it’s only fitting that they assign one of the city’s most beloved sons to perform in the halftime show. Per DeAnte Prince of the Chicago Tribune, critically acclaimed artist and Chicago native Chance the Rapper will be […]

Miami Heat legend Dwyane Wade says he and president Pat Riley both wish he never left Miami for the Chicago Bulls in the summer of 2016. Wade and Riley are back on good terms again, but things were murky back in 2016 when Wade left the Heat for his hometown Bulls after Riley didn’t offer […]

Though he struggled with accuracy from the field for most of the night, Zach Lavine’s clutch free-throws in the closing seconds of Wednesday’s night’s game against the Wizards led the Bulls to a 110-109 come-from-behind victory in overtime. Lavine made five big free-throws in the final 5.5 seconds of regulation to tie the game twice. […]

After a a past couple of years characterized by instability, 6-foot-8 power forward Jabari Parker appears to have found his groove again with the Atlanta Hawks this season. Right now, the 24-year-old is averaging 15.8 points (on 50.4 percent shooting), 6.3 rebounds, 1.8 assists, and 1.4 steals on the season. Parker’s resurgence has been brought […]

Jimmy Butler is now a happy member of the Miami Heat (well, at least for now), but his journey to South Beach was certainly an interesting one. Butler was originally selected by the Chicago Bulls with the 30th overall pick of the 2011 NBA Draft, and while he had a terrific collegiate career at Marquette, […]

The Chicago Bulls suffered another humiliating loss on Monday, as they gave up a 26-point lead to allow the Oklahoma City Thunder to come away with the unlikely come-from-behind victory. This is probably the reason why some folks on social media decided to call out Bulls youngsters Wendell Carter Jr. and Coby White for taking […]

The Chicago Bulls had every reason to be disappointed with Monday night’s 109-106 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Bulls had established a 55-29 lead midway through the second quarter and had a 19-point cushion at the end of the first half. But they watched that lead evaporate in the second half and saw the […]

It was an all too familiar scenario on Monday, as the Chicago Bulls once again blew a huge lead resulting in another disappointing loss. The Oklahoma City Thunder rallied all the way from 26 points down and escaped with a 109-106 victory after outscoring the Bulls 60-38 in the second half. For his part, Bulls […]

On Monday against Chicago Bulls, the Oklahoma City Thunder snatched the victory by way of a 26-point comeback — tying their biggest comeback win in franchise history. Final: Thunder 109, Bulls 106. Chris Paul with 19 of the Thunder's 27 points in the fourth quarter. Ties the biggest comeback in Thunder history. At the end, […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder managed to overcome what appeared to be an insurmountable lead, beating the Chicago Bulls 109-106 at the Chesapeake Energy Arena on Monday. OKC erased a 26-point deficit and sealed the comeback win with crucial free throws from their New Zealand center Steven Adams. A career 55.1 percent free throw shooter throughout […]

Imagine being called for a foul — without actually ever touching the opposing offensive player. Such was the case when the Chicago Bulls matched up with the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday night. The Bulls’ Denzel Valentine was miraculously called for a defensive foul without actually being anywhere close to the Thunder’s Chris Paul. Don’t […]

Chicago Bulls vice president John Paxson is yet again using Derrick Rose’s 2012 ACL injury as an excuse as to why the Bulls are in the position they are in. The Bulls are 10-18 on the season, 11th place in the Eastern Conference standings. Chicago is in year three of the rebuild after trading Jimmy […]

The Chicago Bulls are undergoing a rollercoaster situation this season, with several mind-boggling losses followed by encouraging wins and the headache that comes with assessing what to expect from a team with no clear sense of identity. The Bulls have not been able to put wins together this season besides a two-game win streak against […]

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine sank the game-winning bucket with two seconds to play Saturday to defeat the Los Angeles Clippers, 109-106. However, Clippers forward Paul George believes LaVine’s bucket shouldn’t have counted: “I think he got away with a walk. I thought he got away with a walk, but it was a good play […]

Chicago Bulls executive vice president of basketball operations John Paxson opened up about the type of impact the loss of veteran wing Otto Porter has had on the team. Paxson explained how Porter’s lengthy absence has impacted the Bulls’ offense: “There’s not a quick fix,” explained Paxson, via K.C. Johnson of NBC Sports Chicago. “We’d […]

Jim Boylen had something to say. The Chicago Bulls pulled off a massive 109-106 home victory over the L.A. Clippers on Saturday. Pundits, however, have already diminished their win given how the Clippers were without three of their key players. Bulls head coach Jim Boylen fired back at the critics, saying that they were missing […]

Zach LaVine once again stepped up for the Chicago Bulls. Lavine had the chance to win it for the Bulls against the Clippers with the scores tied at 106-all and only five second left on the clock. Fortunately, he didn’t let it go to waste as he banked a tough layup plus the foul to […]

Chicago Bulls vice president of basketball operations John Paxson believes the team remains united despite their underwhelming start to the season. The Bulls entered the season hoping to compete for the playoffs. However, they struggled right off the bat and accumulated just nine wins out of 27 matches entering Saturday’s showdown with the Los Angeles Clippers. […]

Chicago Bulls vice president of basketball operations John Paxson takes responsibility for the team’s poor start to the season. However, when asked for specific reasons why the team is struggling, the 59-year-old exec points out to the team not adjusting quickly to Jim Boylen’s new system. Paxson sat down with a lengthy interview with K.C […]

In an extensive interview with K.C. Johnson of NBC Sports Chicago, Chicago Bulls vice president of basketball operations John Paxson says playoffs are still the goal this season for the Bulls. Chicago is only three games out of a playoff spot, but that’s only because the back half of the Eastern Conference is so bad. […]

Chicago Bulls vice president of basketball operations John Paxson says head coach Jim Boylen’s job is safe despite all of Chicago wanting Boylen to be fired. Paxson also says he’s not worried about his own job security, via Joe Cowley of the Chicago Sun-Times: When asked if Boylen was in trouble, Paxson responded, “No, no.” […]

Los Angeles Clippers shooting guard Landry Shamet will return to LA’s lineup on Saturday against the Chicago Bulls, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. Shamet has been out since Nov. 13 due to an ankle injury. Clippers guard Landry Shamet will return to the Clippers lineup against Chicago tonight, league sources tell ESPN. He’s been […]

Chicago Bulls fans are done with head coach Jim Boylen and aren’t afraid to voice their displeasure with him. After the Bulls lost to the Charlotte Hornets on Friday at home, a fan at the United Center called Boylen a clown while the coach was walking to the locker room. Boylen heard the fan and […]

As expected, the Los Angeles Clippers will rest superstar Kawhi Leonard on Saturday against the Chicago Bulls. Leonard played 37 minutes on Friday in a win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, putting up 42 points, 11 rebounds and two assists. Kawhi Leonard and Landry Shamet are OUT tonight against the Bulls. Lou Williams and Patrick Beverley […]

Chicago Bulls head coach Jim Boylen has been told by management to not answer questions about players’ injuries anymore, according to David Schuster of WSCR Radio-Chicago. Bulls forward Otto Porter Jr. is expected to be out another four weeks after Boylen said a few weeks ago that he didn’t expect Porter to be out for […]

The Chicago Bulls scored just 73 points during their loss to the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night, the lowest total in the NBA this year. They had just 50 points through the first three quarters. Still, Jim Boylen tried to spin a negative into a positive by stating that Chicago’s transition defense must have been […]

Thaddeus Young addressed a recent report from the Chicago Sun-Times claiming he is “not thrilled” with his role with the Chicago Bulls and would be willing to ask for a trade if it continues that way. Young, who signed a three-year, $41 million deal this summer to play for Chicago, was quick to note he […]

Chicago Bulls small forward Thaddeus Young may ask for a trade if he doesn’t start playing more minutes in Chicago, according to Joe Cowley of the Chicago Sun-Times. Young is playing 21.6 minutes per game for the Bulls through 25 games. He averaged 30.7 last season with the Indiana Pacers: According to several sources, including […]

Kris Dunn played the role of disruptor once again, thwarting Atlanta Hawks star point guard Trae Young from becoming the star of the show, a performance that could help his All-Defensive Team aspirations. The Chicago Bulls point man helped limit Young to 15 points on 4-of-14 shooting along with a game-high 13 assists that came […]

Every year, prospects slip under the cracks. Whether they’re undersized, lack specific skills or didn’t produce enough in college, there are always prospects that get selected late in the draft that later on turn out to vastly outplay their draft position. Since 1989, the NBA Draft has consisted of two rounds. Before that, there were […]

Atlanta Hawks forward Jabari Parker’s tenure with the Chicago Bulls lasted just 39 games last season. Parker didn’t have a good relationship with head coach Jim Boylen and Chicago traded Parker to the Washington Wizards in the Otto Porter Jr. trade. Parker returns to Chicago on Wednesday to face the Bulls. The Hawks forward says he […]

Chicago Bulls small forward Otto Porter Jr. will be sidelined at least another four weeks because of his left foot contusion and head coach Jim Boylen feels for the swingman. Porter suffered the injury against the Atlanta Hawks on Nov. 6. He has been out for the Bulls ever since. #Bulls coach Jim Boylen on Otto Porter […]

Chicago Bulls small forward Otto Porter Jr. will be sidelined at least another four weeks because of his left foot contusion. Porter suffered the injury against the Atlanta Hawks on Nov. 6. He has been out for the Bulls ever since. Otto Porter Jr. update:Porter will continue his current period of immobilization and progress as […]

TMZ Sports recently caught up with NBA legend Scottie Pippen to ask him about recent comparisons between former Chicago Bulls teammate Michael Jordan and second-year Mavs star Luka Doncic. Pippen famously served alongside Jordan on the Bulls teams that dominated the ’90s. Together, the two icons won six championships. Moreover, they became close friends. If […]

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine is shooting for the stars. Well, “superstar” status that is. LaVine remains hell-bent on becoming one of the elite players in the NBA and isn’t satisfied with being a No. 2 guy. He wants to be among the best of the best: “I don’t work my ass off to be […]

The Toronto Raptors will be without guard Fred VanVleet on Monday when they take on the Chicago Bulls in The Windy City. VanVleet is dealing with a right knee contusion, which he picked up during Saturday’s game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Fred VanVleet out vs. Bulls. — K.C. Johnson (@KCJHoop) December 9, 2019 The Raptors […]

Chicago Bulls head coach Jim Boylen remains unpopular in the Chicago locker room, according to Sam Amick and John Hollinger of The Athletic. Despite the Bulls players not liking Boylen, Chicago VP John Paxson remains a fan of Boylen. League sources say that team president John Paxson remains a fan of Boylen’s tough-love approach despite […]

With the game on the line and the Chicago Bulls down by two against the Golden State Warriors, the ball was in the hands of Zach LaVine. The high-flying shooting guard opted to pull-up for a semi-contested three-pointer on the left wing instead of attacking the basket or trying to fish for a foul. LaVine’s […]

Chicago Bulls swingman Otto Porter Jr. underwent a repeat MRI of his left foot on Wednesday, Dec. 4, revealing continued bone edema. After a short period of immobilization, Porter is slated to resume a program of non-impact activities and consequent therapy, according to the team. Porter will also be evaluated by Dr. Bob Anderson, a […]