The team's front office and a number of former players brushed off Dwyane Wade's accusation of disloyalty this week, but a league source says the Bulls might still have to defend themselves when meeting with free agents this summer.
"It doesn't matter if it's true or not," the source said. "There is a perception by some around the league that the Bulls didn't reward Michael Jordan or Scottie Pippen -- or even coach Phil Jackson -- enough for the six championships they brought to the organization.
"The Bulls can easily refute that allegation and point out how they have former players working in the organization. But they shouldn't ignore it and assume it won't be a problem."