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How can you not love Bulls' Joakim Noah? May 9, 2013 12:00 AM
Mike Spellman admits it: He was wrong about Joakim Noah. The guy is a warrior. That and more Bulls thoughts, a Kentucky Derby wrap and much more in this week's edition of Spellman's Scorecard.l
Mental toughness key for Bulls May 9, 2013 12:00 AM
Even when playing shorthanded, the Bulls can rise to the occasion as well as any team in the NBA. Their 93-86 victory over the Miami Heat in Game 1 was a perfect example. Because they're playing shorthanded, though, they've got to be razor sharp. Faced with a more intense Heat effort in Game 2, the Bulls were sloppy, fell way behind and tossed the game plan in the garbage before checking out completely.
Ordeal left Deng shaken and 15 lbs. lighter May 9, 2013 12:00 AM
After being sent to the hospital a week ago, Luol Deng reunited with his teammates on Thursday at the Berto Center. Deng, who said he has lost 15 pounds since he had a spinal tap to rule out meningitis, said the ordeal was frightening. "I've never been through anything like that. It was scary for me, scary for everyone that was around me," Deng said. "I never knew of a spinal tap before that, didn't know the reaction or the side effect of it, so I was really scared."
Bulls’ Noah: We’ll be back May 8, 2013 12:00 AM
Even the ugliest loss in Bulls playoff history still counts as just one loss. The only good news for the visiting team on Wednesday was they upset defending champ Miami in Game 1 and will head back to the United Center with the series even at 1-1.
Bulls routed in Game 2 by Heat May 8, 2013 12:00 AM
The Bulls' ugly, physical and complaint-filled loss to Miami nearly required an extra page on the stat sheet to list all the technical fouls. The Bulls didn't respond to the challenge and suffered the worst playoff loss in franchise history in Game 2 at American Airlines Arena. “That’s the way it is. We can’t shy away from contact,” Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau said. “It usually comes down to will; your will and determination. The ball’s in the air, you’re going to get hit. That’s reality. That’s NBA basketball.”
Rose will return ... but guessing when just sillyMay 8, 2013 12:00 AM
Prior to the Bulls' lopsided loss at Miami on Wednesday, rumors swirled that Derrick Rose might return for Game 3 on Friday. Of course, nothing will be official until the man himself roars, "Tonight's the night!" Bulls fans seem to understand that Rose wouldn't be able to play many minutes or be very effective after such a long layoff. Yet a large segment of them want him back. Meanwhile, other large segments want him to do everything from continue resting to be traded.
Bulls’ Butler finally grabs some bench May 8, 2013 12:00 AM
Jimmy Butler's string of playing all 48 minutes in three straight games came to an end when he was called for his second foul 13 seconds into second quarter on Wednesday durign Game 2 at Miami.
Images: Bulls vs. Heat, Game Two May 8, 2013 12:00 AM
The Chicago Bulls and the Miami Heat played game two of their playoff series Wednesday in Miami . Chicago suffered a 115-78 loss, and were charged with six technical fouls in the staggering loss.Game three is in Chicago Friday with the series tied at one game apiece.
Heat top Bulls 115-78 May 8, 2013 12:00 AM
Ray Allen scored 21 points, LeBron James had 19 and the Miami Heat embarrassed the Chicago Bulls with a 115-78 victory in Game 2 of the teams' Eastern Conference semifinal series on Wednesday night. The Bulls had six technical fouls, and Joakim Noah and Taj Gibson were ejected late as Miami's lead reached as much as 46 points. The Heat knotted the series at 1-1, with Game 3 in Chicago on Friday night.
Thibs squelches Rose rumors: ‘Nothing’s change’ May 8, 2013 12:00 AM
With his teammates struggling in Game 2 against the Miami Heat, rumors of Derrick Rose's possible return to the court were exploding on the Internet. Game 3 is Friday at the United Center and Alex Kennedy of Hoopsworld, a property of USA Today, is reporting that Rose may dress for that game. Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau, however, said "nothing's changed" with regard to Rose's status.
Deng, Hinrich out tonight against Heat May 8, 2013 12:00 AM
Luol Deng is staying in Chicago and not rejoining the Bulls for Game 2 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series against the Miami Heat on Wednesday. Coach Tom Thibodeau also said guard Kirk Hinrich will miss Game 2 Wednesday night.
Heat’s Power Trio has twice dropped playoff series opener May 7, 2013 12:00 AM
Dwyane Wade helped explain Bosh's sour attitude a day after the Heat lost to the Bulls 93-86 in the opener of this second-round playoff series. "Every time you lose in the playoffs, it feels like it's the worst thing. You feel terrible," Wade said. "Your food doesn't taste good. You feel awful. Then you come in, you learn from it and there's another game. You go out there and try to get a win." Wade also reminded everyone of the Heat's playoff history. Twice in the Power Trio era, Miami lost the opening game of a series and both times bounced back to win the next four.
Hinrich, Deng remain doubtful for Game 3 May 7, 2013 12:00 AM
So far, there are no indications Kirk Hinrich or Luol Deng will be returning to the Bulls lineup for Game 2 against Miami on Wednesday. Deng remained in Chicago on Tuesday and probably needs more time to recover from an illness and bad reaction to a spinal tap administered last week.
Bulls-Heat chess match just getting started May 7, 2013 12:00 AM
The Bulls and the Miami Heat retreated to the film room Tuesday and went to work on their next move. Game 2 is Wednesday at American Airlines Arena. "It almost becomes like you know their sets before they even run them. That's what it comes down to," Noah said. "They were a little rusty. We're expecting them to play a lot better in Game 2, and we feel like we can play better as well."
Bulls defy all odds, pull South Beach stunner May 6, 2013 12:00 AM
With time running down in Miami Monday night, Nate Robinson was matched up against 37-year-old Ray Allen, a childhood hero and former teammate in Boston. Robinson knew what to do. He emphatically waved off a screen from Joakim Noah, blew past Allen and hit a scoop in the lane that essentially clinched the Bulls' stunning 93-86 victory over Miami at American Airlines Arena.
Iron man Butler never leaves court May 6, 2013 12:00 AM
Playing all 48 minutes is getting to be standard procedure for Jimmy Butler, but guarding LeBron James full-time is something he hadn't really done until Game 1 at Miami on Monday.
Somehow, some way, Bulls get it done May 6, 2013 12:00 AM
The Bulls were supposed to be the team that was tired Monday night. Instead, they caught the well-rested Heat napping in Game 1 of their NBA East semifinal playoff series.
Images: Bulls vs. Heat, Game One May 6, 2013 12:00 AM
After defeating the Brooklyn Nets in seven games, the Chicago Bulls opened up the second round of the NBA playoffs against the Miami Heat in Miami on Monday. The Bulls won 93-86.
Depleted Bulls shock Heat in Game 1 May 6, 2013 12:00 AM
Rose not ruling out return, Deng out for Game 1 May 6, 2013 12:00 AM
Derrick Rose still has not ruled out a return this season for the Chicago Bulls, saying he could play in their Eastern Conference semifinal against the Miami Heat. The 2011 NBA MVP will not play for the Bulls in Game 1 against Miami on Monday night, nor will forward Luol Deng. "Still in the air," Rose said Monday before the Bulls went through a game-day practice in Miami. "I might have a chance."