Chicago Bulls Wiretap

Bulls Clinch Playoff Berth

The 83-81 victory over the Pistons had been secured, thanks to Kirk Hinrich's two free throws with 2.8 seconds left and Luol Deng's adhesive defense on Tayshaun Prince at the buzzer.

The third straight playoff berth had been clinched, a high-water mark of 13 games above .500 had been reached and the Bulls had closed within a half-game of the Cavaliers. A Bulls win in their Saturday showdown with the Cavs would vault them past Cleveland for the lead in the race for the second seed.

"We're beyond that," Hinrich said dismissively. "We expect to make the playoffs. Our plan is to finish the season strong and make a run in the playoffs. It's time for us to do that."

Added Ben Gordon, who passed to Hinrich for his game-winning points: "That's not a big thing for us. We want and need to make it far in the playoffs."

Via Chicago Tribune


'Big Ben' Sneaker To Hit Fall Market

Stephon Marbury started it. Now, Ben Wallace is joining the cause.

Wallace is lending his name to the Starbury Movement, endorsing an affordable line of sneakers and apparel started by the Knicks' star. Wallace will begin wearing the Starbury II basketball shoe Thursday when the Bulls play his former team, the Pistons. And his own sneaker -- Big Ben -- is expected to hit the market in late August or the fall.

Via AP


J-Rich Prefers Bulls Or Pistons If He's Dealt?

Jason Richardson has reportedly been dropping hints that the Warriors infatuation with Monta Ellis will lead the Warriors to trade Richardson after the season.

Richardson is telling friends he's hoping for a trade to the Pistons or Bulls.

Via Chicago Tribune


Bulls Mar 2007 Archive

  • Skiles Takes It Easy On Tired Bulls

    After back-to-back losses and a period of sluggish play that has stretched to nine days, Scott Skiles, that noted tyrant and taskmaster, put his Bulls through … a film session and meeting Wednesday, but no practice.

  • Gasol Still Thinking About Chicago

    "I think they're a young team and have the right pieces. I just think they need somebody in there to provide the scoring and control the tempo of the game a little better, especially down the stretch."

  • Deng Injures Fingers, Will Play

    Luol Deng two jammed fingers on his shooting hand on Friday, forcing him to leave practice early.

  • Bulls To Promote Thomas?

    "I've created a monster," said P.J. Brown facetiously. "This young guy is about ready to take over."

  • Big Ben Puts On Unlikely Offensive Display

    Ben Wallace and Tyrus Thomas made the Boston Celtics pay for ignoring them.

  • Bulls' Allen Cleared To Play

    Looking relieved and relaxed, Malik Allen said he has been cleared to play in Tuesday's home game against Boston after a stress test and echocardiogram performed Monday revealed nothing structurally wrong with his heart.

  • Brown Wants No-Trade Clause

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  • Malik Allen Released From Hospital

    Chicago Bulls forward Malik Allen was evaluated, treated and released today from the Florida Hospital in Orlando, Fla.

  • Malik Allen Taken To Hospital For Irregular Heartbeat

    While his were finishing off a 100-76 victory over the Orlando Magic, Malik Allen was being examined at a local hospital after experiencing an irregular heartbeat.

  • Knicks, Bulls And Celtics Again Will Wear Green Unis

    The NBA plans to once again celebrate the St. Patrick's Day holiday with three teams showcasing Speical Edition uniforms.

  • Gordon Scores Career-High 48, Redd Scores 52, Bulls Win

    After Ben Gordon scored a career-high 48 points Sunday, he was being compared to some pretty impressive company in the Bulls' locker room.

  • Chandler Now Thankful To Be Out Of Chicago

    "I'm so happy here that I look back and I'm like, 'Thank you,'" said Tyson Chandler.