Official 2008-2009 Chicago Bulls Thread

AK Illini · Apr 30, 2009, 08:43 PM

the NBA is boring.

HeartofaChampion · Apr 30, 2009, 08:48 PM

Rose and Salmons have played the whole game, haven't they? Haven't noticed them out once. Bulls up by 2 in 3rd OT!

HeartofaChampion · Apr 30, 2009, 08:49 PM

Don't like the Celts, but what a shot by Allen from the wing. He's got 51 now! The guy is like 36 years old!

HeartofaChampion · Apr 30, 2009, 08:56 PM

Mercy -- Noah with the steal, dunk and FT! Pierce is just choking this game away. Mr. Clutch is clutching his throat right now. What a horrible foul, too. I think that's his 6th. He gone. Bulls up 3. Can't allow any clean looks at 3s. I'd just foul them before they even look at the rim and let them have 2 FTs. Don't let Allen loose!

illynifan34 · Apr 30, 2009, 09:11 PM

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Originally Posted by illini4everjp

Cosign, brutal defense and seriously, why do the teams get so many time-outs.

Game won on defense tonight. Noah with the steal, he's growing on me, and Rose with the block to win.

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Originally Posted by Kasino81

Rose is on another level

And his defense is getting better.

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Originally Posted by HeartofaChampion

FTs = important

Calipari needs to teach his players to shoot FTs, Brad Miller got his revenge at the line though.

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Originally Posted by AK Illini

the NBA is boring.

For sure.....:rolleyes:

Seriously, the people saying the NBA doesn't play defense, haven't watched a game in about 5 years. Those saying the NBA is boring and the players don't care haven't watched in a while either. The players are passionate, I'll concede that there was a few years where it was boring, but a lot of players that were the energy guys for their college team are starting to play and be very relevant.

The NBA is great right now.

This series will end up being one of the best ever.

HeartofaChampion · Apr 30, 2009, 09:16 PM

34, I just wonder how much energy these guys will have to give in game 7. Boston's fans will energize the Celts some, but in a way the Bulls may have the edge here. They're younger, and outside of Rose and Salmons the Bulls' starters played less minutes than the Celts' starters, especially Allen and Pierce, the old guys. Davis, too -- he's amazing for his size, but he is overweight, and he played a ton tonight, 52:00. Advantage: Bulls. The Celts, though, have the experience and know-how. Chicago can't go into game 7 thinking they have the series won. They'll get stomped if they do.

Champaignillini · Apr 30, 2009, 09:16 PM

What a game, and what a series it has been thus far!
Noah's steal turned the tide, and Rose's block sealed the deal for Chicago. His missed FTs in the dying moments of the game could have added yet another twist in this ever changing series...I'm glad it didn't.

I-RepJerseyCity · Apr 30, 2009, 09:18 PM

What a freaking game.

illynifan34 · Apr 30, 2009, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by HeartofaChampion

34, I just wonder how much energy these guys will have to give in game 7. Boston's fans will energize the Celts some, but in a way the Bulls may have the edge here. They're younger, and outside of Rose and Salmons the Bulls' starters played less minutes than the Celts' starters, especially Allen and Pierce, the old guys. Davis, too -- he's amazing for his size, but he is overweight, and he played a ton tonight, 52:00. Advantage: Bulls. The Celts, though, have the experience and know-how. Chicago can't go into game 7 thinking they have the series won. They'll get stomped if they do.

Doug Collins brought it up, and I'll say it because I agree. Hinrich can be an x-factor having only played half the year, might have fresher legs, and if he gets free and hot, starts hitting some shots, look out. Del Negro has been more willing to go to his bench than Rivers it seems to me.

I'm excited for the game, being in Boston will be tough no doubt.

zoggle101 · Apr 30, 2009, 09:34 PM

I'm glad you're starting to appreciate the type of player Noah is. I'm not going to lie and say I would take him over Tyson Chandler because I wouldn't. Noah hustles and leaves it on the court. I know it was a bag on him that he didn't work hard but on the court he brings such intensity out of shape or not.

IlliniSteve · Apr 30, 2009, 09:35 PM

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Originally Posted by illynifan34

The NBA is great right now.

Because it's the postseason. These games are exciting and full of energy, the regular season games can put you to sleep.

With that said, great game tonight. And cosign to those who have said this is one of the best series ever. It's one of the best I've ever seen. I hope the Bulls can pull it off, that would be great.

illynifan34 · Apr 30, 2009, 09:38 PM

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Originally Posted by IlliniSteve

Because it's the postseason. These games are exciting and full of energy, the regular season games can put you to sleep.

With that said, great game tonight. And cosign to those who have said this is one of the best series ever. It's one of the best I've ever seen. I hope the Bulls can pull it off, that would be great.

I was pretty excited about the NBA all year actually, just didn't see very many Bulls games.

Got to watch Lebron a lot though.

BananaShampoo · Apr 30, 2009, 09:44 PM

No matter what happens in Game 7, the Bulls played their hearts out and made it more of a series than anyone thought they would. Good things in their future.

Count me among those who would say this has to be one of the best series' ever.

IlliniSteve · Apr 30, 2009, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by illynifan34

I was pretty excited about the NBA all year actually, just didn't see very many Bulls games.

Got to watch Lebron a lot though.

I think what irks me the most about the NBA is the officiating. Seems like guys get straight up mugged all the time and there is no whistle, see Brad Miller the other night.

I'm all for physicality but sometimes it's like a brawl down in the post. And I hate LeBron's crab dribble thing, that shouldn't be allowed. Other than that though, it's fine.

illynifan34 · Apr 30, 2009, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by BananaShampoo

No matter what happens in Game 7, the Bulls played their hearts out and made it more of a series than anyone thought they would. Good things in their future.

Count me among those who would say this has to be one of the best series' ever.

Derrick Rose for years to come = Much to be excited about.

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Originally Posted by IlliniSteve

I think what irks me the most about the NBA is the officiating. Seems like guys get straight up mugged all the time and there is no whistle, see Brad Miller the other night.

I'm all for physicality but sometimes it's like a brawl down in the post. And I hate LeBron's crab dribble thing, that shouldn't be allowed. Other than that though, it's fine.

So some people complain, not you Steve, that the NBA is too soft and the players don't play tough, you complain that they play too rough and nothing gets called, interesting.

Illest · Apr 30, 2009, 10:26 PM

This series has been tremendously entertaining, but I thought tonight was the gutsiest performance yet. Ray Allen and Paul Pierce were absolutely determined not to lose, yet the Bulls managed to pull it out with some terrific plays by Noah and Miller down the stretch.

I mean, did anyone actually think that a series like this one would finish before the seventh game?

NxtLvelIllini7 · Apr 30, 2009, 11:09 PM

For those that missed the Bulls play of the year... NOAHS MONSTER SLAM

http://img259.imageshack.us/img259/9347/noahdunk.gif

Six Demon Bag · Apr 30, 2009, 11:21 PM

Awesome game. Awesome series. Hopefully the Bulls can be on the winning side of this great series.

OlivetNaz · May 1, 2009, 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by illynifan34

Seriously, the people saying the NBA doesn't play defense, haven't watched a game in about 5 years. Those saying the NBA is boring and the players don't care haven't watched in a while either. The players are passionate, I'll concede that there was a few years where it was boring, but a lot of players that were the energy guys for their college team are starting to play and be very relevant.

The NBA is great right now.

This series will end up being one of the best ever.

As one of those who criticized the NBA for not playing defense (on the basis of watching maybe 3 regular season games this year), I am glad to say that this year's Bulls-Celtics series is basketball at it's finest. I've never seen such an intense, closely-contested, well-played playoff series in any sport.

fightingillini fan 4-ever · May 1, 2009, 04:50 AM

two words not often used in reference to the NBA but this series deserves them---THRILLING & INTENSE

AK Illini · May 1, 2009, 05:03 AM

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Originally Posted by illynifan34

For sure.....:rolleyes:

Seriously, the people saying the NBA doesn't play defense, haven't watched a game in about 5 years. Those saying the NBA is boring and the players don't care haven't watched in a while either. The players are passionate, I'll concede that there was a few years where it was boring, but a lot of players that were the energy guys for their college team are starting to play and be very relevant.

The NBA is great right now.

This series will end up being one of the best ever.

no doubt i'm not sure if u caught my sarcasm

BananaShampoo · May 1, 2009, 07:31 AM

I'm not generally a fan at all of "The Sports Guy" Bill Simmons (aka the biggest Boston homer on the planet), but he was dead-on clairvoyant when calling this series a classic before it even started.

http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/page2...3&sportCat=nba

HeartofaChampion · May 2, 2009, 10:04 PM

Great series ended tonight with Boston holding on. Hats off to da Bulls, though I hope Gordon leaves. Way too selfish and streaky at the 2G spot and too small and too indifferent to defense. We can do better.

IlliniSteve · May 2, 2009, 11:28 PM

Nothing to be ashamed of, both teams were awesome. Celtics won't get past Orlando in my opinion though.

Interesting offseason ahead for the Bulls. As mentioned above what to do with Ben Gordon is one of them. Many fans want him gone and he's looking for a big time contract. Bulls are gonna be very active, they have money to burn. I bet the Bulls go after a guy like Amare Stoudamire or Chris Bosh

fightingillini fan 4-ever · May 3, 2009, 05:19 AM

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Originally Posted by IlliniSteve

Nothing to be ashamed of, both teams were awesome. Celtics won't get past Orlando in my opinion though.

Interesting offseason ahead for the Bulls. As mentioned above what to do with Ben Gordon is one of them. Many fans want him gone and he's looking for a big time contract. Bulls are gonna be very active, they have money to burn. I bet the Bulls go after a guy like Amare Stoudamire or Chris Bosh

What can you say. It was just one of those games. When your not clicking, your not clicking. Bulls just couldn't get it going. Waaaaaayyy too many turnovers. It's odd because when a game usually starts out that way, it ends that way. Very seldom does momentum shift. UI vs Arizona was an exception to that rule but I would say the majority of the time it is true.

I play league ball. I have for years and you know when it's going to be a rough night.

Great series and both teams played very well.

Apr 30, 2009, 09:44 PM	#138
BananaShampoo Captain 'Paign Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 8,564	No matter what happens in Game 7, the Bulls played their hearts out and made it more of a series than anyone thought they would. Good things in their future. Count me among those who would say this has to be one of the best series' ever. __________________ C-U/UIUC Historian and Lover of all Things Illini

Apr 30, 2009, 11:09 PM	#142
NxtLvelIllini7 Location: C-U, IL Posts: 1,304	For those that missed the Bulls play of the year... NOAHS MONSTER SLAM http://img259.imageshack.us/img259/9347/noahdunk.gif __________________

May 1, 2009, 07:31 AM	#147
BananaShampoo Captain 'Paign Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 8,564	I'm not generally a fan at all of "The Sports Guy" Bill Simmons (aka the biggest Boston homer on the planet), but he was dead-on clairvoyant when calling this series a classic before it even started. http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/page2...3&sportCat=nba __________________ C-U/UIUC Historian and Lover of all Things Illini

Apr 30, 2009, 08:43 PM	#126
AK Illini UofI Basketball..off the chain Location: Chicago Posts: 7,257	the NBA is boring.

Apr 30, 2009, 08:48 PM	#127
HeartofaChampion Posts: 10,336	Rose and Salmons have played the whole game, haven't they? Haven't noticed them out once. Bulls up by 2 in 3rd OT!

Apr 30, 2009, 08:49 PM	#128
HeartofaChampion Posts: 10,336	Don't like the Celts, but what a shot by Allen from the wing. He's got 51 now! The guy is like 36 years old!

Apr 30, 2009, 08:56 PM	#129
HeartofaChampion Posts: 10,336	Mercy -- Noah with the steal, dunk and FT! Pierce is just choking this game away. Mr. Clutch is clutching his throat right now. What a horrible foul, too. I think that's his 6th. He gone. Bulls up 3. Can't allow any clean looks at 3s. I'd just foul them before they even look at the rim and let them have 2 FTs. Don't let Allen loose!

Apr 30, 2009, 09:16 PM	#131
HeartofaChampion Posts: 10,336	34, I just wonder how much energy these guys will have to give in game 7. Boston's fans will energize the Celts some, but in a way the Bulls may have the edge here. They're younger, and outside of Rose and Salmons the Bulls' starters played less minutes than the Celts' starters, especially Allen and Pierce, the old guys. Davis, too -- he's amazing for his size, but he is overweight, and he played a ton tonight, 52:00. Advantage: Bulls. The Celts, though, have the experience and know-how. Chicago can't go into game 7 thinking they have the series won. They'll get stomped if they do.

Apr 30, 2009, 09:16 PM	#132
Champaignillini Posts: 1,619	What a game, and what a series it has been thus far! Noah's steal turned the tide, and Rose's block sealed the deal for Chicago. His missed FTs in the dying moments of the game could have added yet another twist in this ever changing series...I'm glad it didn't.

Apr 30, 2009, 09:18 PM	#133
I-RepJerseyCity Posts: 408	What a freaking game.

Apr 30, 2009, 09:34 PM	#135
zoggle101 Location: Spfld, IL Posts: 4,410	I'm glad you're starting to appreciate the type of player Noah is. I'm not going to lie and say I would take him over Tyson Chandler because I wouldn't. Noah hustles and leaves it on the court. I know it was a bag on him that he didn't work hard but on the court he brings such intensity out of shape or not.

Apr 30, 2009, 10:26 PM	#141
Illest Posts: 6,517	This series has been tremendously entertaining, but I thought tonight was the gutsiest performance yet. Ray Allen and Paul Pierce were absolutely determined not to lose, yet the Bulls managed to pull it out with some terrific plays by Noah and Miller down the stretch. I mean, did anyone actually think that a series like this one would finish before the seventh game?

Apr 30, 2009, 11:21 PM	#143
Six Demon Bag Location: Arizona Posts: 206	Awesome game. Awesome series. Hopefully the Bulls can be on the winning side of this great series.

May 1, 2009, 04:50 AM	#145
fightingillini fan 4-ever Banned Posts: 11,969	two words not often used in reference to the NBA but this series deserves them---THRILLING & INTENSE

May 2, 2009, 10:04 PM	#148
HeartofaChampion Posts: 10,336	Great series ended tonight with Boston holding on. Hats off to da Bulls, though I hope Gordon leaves. Way too selfish and streaky at the 2G spot and too small and too indifferent to defense. We can do better.

May 2, 2009, 11:28 PM	#149
IlliniSteve Posts: 5,905	Nothing to be ashamed of, both teams were awesome. Celtics won't get past Orlando in my opinion though. Interesting offseason ahead for the Bulls. As mentioned above what to do with Ben Gordon is one of them. Many fans want him gone and he's looking for a big time contract. Bulls are gonna be very active, they have money to burn. I bet the Bulls go after a guy like Amare Stoudamire or Chris Bosh