John Oliver struck gold again last night. Before we get to him, we need to remind the reader of the origination of this segment. The Chicago Bulls were THE FIRST NBA team to dim their lights and play loud pump-up music during the introduction of the starting lineup at home games. Other teams around the league soon followed suit. Then it spilled over into other sports. During … [Read more...] about VIDEO: John Oliver parodies Chicago Bulls pregame intros
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5 reasons the Chicago Bulls could beat the Cavs in the East
For all intents and purposes, the 'experts' have handed the Eastern Conference crown to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Why wouldn't they after an off-season in which they landed LeBron James and Kevin Love among others? That's just the way the Chicago Bulls like it as they thrive on going under the radar and developing into one of the best teams in the NBA almost covertly. There's … [Read more...] about 5 reasons the Chicago Bulls could beat the Cavs in the East
More Money For Sports In Brazil And Chicago, More Problems
Thing about television is that it only shows you the unpleasant and the uncomfortable when it makes for better theater. Rarely is such the case in viewing sports. Besides the actual game action, a national broadcast is going to feed you shots of local peculiarities and regional foodstuffs during timeouts. Going in and out of commercials you get the blimp views of the stadia … [Read more...] about More Money For Sports In Brazil And Chicago, More Problems
Rick Telander Tied Chicago Violence To NBA Free Agency For Some Reason
He did it. It wasn’t easy. It took a lot of pandering, false parallels, unfair doling out of responsibilities, and a pinch of dog whistle, but Rick Telander managed to connect this city’s position in NBA free agency to the plague of gun violence here. It’s brilliant in its absurdity, magnificent in how dually counterproductive it is to both the topic of sports contracts … [Read more...] about Rick Telander Tied Chicago Violence To NBA Free Agency For Some Reason
Has Nikola Mirotic played his last Euroleage game for Real Madrid?
Nikola Mirotic and his Real Madrid teammates were upset by Maccabi Electra Tel Aviv 98-86 Sunday in what was the first overtime championship game in Euroleague Final Four history. Was it his last Euroleague game in a Real Madrid uniform? … [Read more...] about Has Nikola Mirotic played his last Euroleage game for Real Madrid?
Chicago Bulls: Time for a fire sale
Bill Murray and Derrick Rose have something in common now. The Chicago Bulls are officially without Derrick Rose for the remainder of the 2013-14 season following surgery to repair a turn meniscus in his right knee. In hindsight, missing the season is probably the best. The timetable suggests that he had the meniscus repaired and reattached. A shorter expected recovery time … [Read more...] about Chicago Bulls: Time for a fire sale
The Chicago Bulls Are With Their Backs Against The Wall
Despite having their superstar and leader, Derrick Rose, back after 1.5 years the Chicago Bulls haven’t started the 2013-2014 season as they wanted. After five games in the season they are now 2-3 and they worst thing is that the team doesn't perform as every Bulls fans would like to. … [Read more...] about The Chicago Bulls Are With Their Backs Against The Wall
Derrick Rose likely returning on Monday night!
A Derrick Rose comeback? Two media sources in Chicago are speculating Rose will play for the first time this season on March 18th. NBA fans will likely have to wait just a couple more days for a Derrick Rose return. Chicago Bulls fans, it seems the 2011 league MVP, Derrick Rose, will be playing on Monday night versus the Denver Nuggets. You can see Derrick Rose on the court, … [Read more...] about Derrick Rose likely returning on Monday night!
Bulls Derrick Rose appearing on pizza boxes now: photo
The Chicago Bulls Derrick Rose may not be appearing on an NBA basketball court, at least in a game action any time soon, but he is appearing on pizza boxes. The Bulls Derrick Rose, pizza do I need to throw in the Blues Brothers somehow just so you can have all the Chicago stereotypes in one place? Chicago based pizza chain Giordano's (every time tourists visit me going to … [Read more...] about Bulls Derrick Rose appearing on pizza boxes now: photo
Bulls victim as Bobcats end 18 game losing streak
The current team of Michael Jordan bested the old team of Michael Jordan in a New Year's Eve matinee, which is extremely embarrassing for the Chicago Bulls. The Charlotte Bobcats ended their 18 game losing streak 91-81 on the road at the United Center. Remember, this is the same team that set a NBA record for lowest ever winning percentage in a season. It's clear the Bulls … [Read more...] about Bulls victim as Bobcats end 18 game losing streak