Ask Brad Miller to use one word to describe his preparedness and level of conditioning for training camp last season and, after spewing several that can't be printed in a newspaper, he settles for "pathetic."

Miller is a native of a small town in Indiana who occasionally might lack for motivation but not honesty.

"I hate working out in the summer," Miller said following practice Wednesday. "I just want to drink beer and go fishing."

Following a season that might've looked OK statistically?he averaged career highs of 8.9 points and 7.4 rebounds?Miller knew he could do more. If he didn't the Bulls reminded him.