chw42 Posted January 22, 2011 Share Posted January 22, 2011 (edited) QUOTE (Brian @ Jan 22, 2011 -> 01:15 PM) Tyrus was hitting jumpers all over that series, wasn't he? He hit one pretty big one and had one or two good games. Otherwise, eh, not really. That big jumper he hit was almost a 3. When he shot it, I was literally yelling "WTF?" Good thing it went in. Boozer's been good in the playoffs in his career, so having him there will make a very big difference. Edited January 22, 2011 by chw42 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZoomSlowik Posted January 22, 2011 Share Posted January 22, 2011 (edited) Ben Gordon, Kirk Hinrich and John Salmons were still on that team too, way better supporting guards than they have now. In other words, it's a completely different series. Edited January 22, 2011 by ZoomSlowik Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chw42 Posted January 22, 2011 Share Posted January 22, 2011 (edited) QUOTE (ZoomSlowik @ Jan 22, 2011 -> 01:31 PM) Ben Gordon, Kirk Hinrich and John Salmons were still on that team too, way better supporting guards than they have now. In other words, it's a completely different series. That group also had a horrible time trying to defend Ray Allen. Hinrich's a good defender, but the other two, especially Gordon, weren't exactly stellar. I think it's clear that this Bulls team is much better than that one. The Bulls most likely won't play Boston until the second round anyways. I just hope we don't end up playing NY. I'd much rather play the Hawks or whoever ends up being the 7th seed. Edited January 22, 2011 by chw42 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZoomSlowik Posted January 22, 2011 Share Posted January 22, 2011 QUOTE (chw42 @ Jan 22, 2011 -> 01:35 PM) That group also had a horrible time trying to defend Ray Allen. Hinrich's a good defender, but the other two, especially Gordon, weren't exactly stellar. I think it's clear that this Bulls team is much better than that one. The Bulls most likely won't play Boston until the second round anyways. I just hope we don't end up playing NY. I'd much rather play the Hawks or whoever ends up being the 7th seed. Bogans and Korver aren't exactly great defenders either, and Brewer is generally considered to be better matching up against 3's. Gordon averaged 24 PPG that series and Salmons averaged 18. Those two had a pretty big impact on the series regardless of what they did in the regular season. Obviously Boozer and Deng make a difference, but it's not the same as Boston just adding Garnett to the group they already had in that series. You really can't draw any conclusions at all from what happened in that series. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balta1701 Posted January 22, 2011 Share Posted January 22, 2011 QUOTE (Brian @ Jan 22, 2011 -> 02:15 PM) Tyrus was hitting jumpers all over that series, wasn't he? In the first couple games yeah, but then of course he went to the bench as punishment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balta1701 Posted January 22, 2011 Share Posted January 22, 2011 QUOTE (ZoomSlowik @ Jan 22, 2011 -> 02:42 PM) You really can't draw any conclusions at all from what happened in that series. Well, you can come up with 1 conclusion. Rondo couldn't guard Rose. Still can't. Rose couldn't guard Rondo. If Rose still can't guard Rondo, the series will go the same way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balta1701 Posted January 22, 2011 Share Posted January 22, 2011 QUOTE (ZoomSlowik @ Jan 22, 2011 -> 02:42 PM) Bogans and Korver aren't exactly great defenders either, and Brewer is generally considered to be better matching up against 3's. Gordon averaged 24 PPG that series and Salmons averaged 18. Those two had a pretty big impact on the series regardless of what they did in the regular season. Obviously Boozer and Deng make a difference, but it's not the same as Boston just adding Garnett to the group they already had in that series. You really can't draw any conclusions at all from what happened in that series. The Bulls absolutely have to do something about this SG spot before the end of the year, and I think they know that. Between Johnson being totally buried on the bench and having an extra pick from Charlotte, I have to think something happens. It wouldn't be a "Contracting VDN" level mistake if they didn't, but it'd be a pretty obvious one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balta1701 Posted January 23, 2011 Share Posted January 23, 2011 My wife told me I needed to take a champagne sip every time Rose did something impressive. Rose stole a ball before she finished the sentence. He missed the layup after blowing past 2 people on a crazy move. The Cavs took the ball up the other way. Rose then stole the ball again. And maneuvered around a couple guys for the basket. I don't have a big enough bottle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted January 23, 2011 Share Posted January 23, 2011 Byron Scott has to be thinking, "WHat the hell have I gotten myself into?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quin Posted January 23, 2011 Share Posted January 23, 2011 There is a reason I wanted Mike Miller badly after the Big Three signed. If he were our SG instead of being in Miami, we'd be best in the East. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rowand44 Posted January 23, 2011 Share Posted January 23, 2011 QUOTE (Quinarvy @ Jan 22, 2011 -> 08:40 PM) There is a reason I wanted Mike Miller badly after the Big Three signed. If he were our SG instead of being in Miami, we'd be best in the East. Think this is the first decent game he's had since he's been back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsider2k5 Posted January 23, 2011 Share Posted January 23, 2011 Good god, this is Cleveland, WAKE UP! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitesoxfan101 Posted January 23, 2011 Share Posted January 23, 2011 Good Lord Cleveland is bad. The Bulls really didn't appear to be trying at any point tonight until the very late run that put the game away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenksycat Posted January 23, 2011 Share Posted January 23, 2011 QUOTE (Brian @ Jan 22, 2011 -> 08:35 PM) Byron Scott has to be thinking, "WHat the hell have I gotten myself into?" or "hey I'm making several million dollars to do this and will probably get fired AND paid before my contract is up" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chw42 Posted January 23, 2011 Share Posted January 23, 2011 QUOTE (Brian @ Jan 22, 2011 -> 08:35 PM) Byron Scott has to be thinking, "WHat the hell have I gotten myself into?" I think of this every time I see the Cavs play. Byron must hate LeBron more than the average person does. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quin Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 Bulls are good. Makes Bears' loss easier knowing we have Rose and Noah on the other side of town. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoxFan1 Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 The Bulls are the only team in the NBA still undefeated within their division at 9-0. They also have the 3rd best home record in the NBA (behind SA and BOS) at 20-4. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoodAsGould Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 I did not realize the Bulls were only a game back of the Heat and 3 1/2 from first. That is pretty damn impressive considering the time Boozer/Noah have missed. Still think we need a trade whether its the blockbuster in Carmelo or OJ Mayo. If the Bulls do bring in Carmelo or a legit SG I think you have to give them consideration for being a contender. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balta1701 Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 QUOTE (SoxFan1 @ Jan 24, 2011 -> 01:09 AM) The Bulls are the only team in the NBA still undefeated within their division at 9-0. The Bulls also have the worst division in the NBA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Felix Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 QUOTE (Balta1701 @ Jan 24, 2011 -> 07:51 AM) The Bulls also have the worst division in the NBA. Thank you for saying it so I didn't have to Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsider2k5 Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 I think Skiles has set a personal best for losing a team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve9347 Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Jan 24, 2011 -> 10:37 AM) I think Skiles has set a personal best for losing a team. Injuries kinda matter, especially if they happen to your best player... even if he is flawed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nitetrain8601 Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 QUOTE (Balta1701 @ Jan 24, 2011 -> 07:51 AM) The Bulls also have the worst division in the NBA. You mean sports. It's simply really really weak. With that said, I think the Bulls are a legit 3 seed and #2 once Boston breaks up. They desperately need a SG who can also be a secondary ballhandler for when teams deny Derrick the ball. I really believe OJ is that guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balta1701 Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 QUOTE (nitetrain8601 @ Jan 24, 2011 -> 07:05 PM) You mean sports. The NFC West is laughing at you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rowand44 Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 QUOTE (Balta1701 @ Jan 24, 2011 -> 07:19 PM) The NFC West is laughing at you. Ya, the central is bad but at least it has 1 really good team in the Bulls. The NFC West is just plain garbage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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