Sitting Bull : Gordon Stuck in Limbo
Sitting Bull : Gordon Stuck in Limbo [From the FanShots. No real new information, unfortunately. -ed.] "His best deal might be to take the qualifying offer," one GM said. "He could still re-sign with the Bulls next year. He'd just have more leverage."
August 08, 2008, 10:00 PM ET from Blog a Bull
BlogABull 5th Anniversary Retro-Post: "Mike Sweetney vs. Eddy Curry"
It's true (and a bit strange, to be honest): BlogABull (including its previous independent blogspot incarnation) is celebrating its 5th anniversary. Rather than merely the usual single self-serving post, this year I've instead decided to extend my self-congratulations through the summer. I'll be…
August 08, 2008, 9:45 PM ET from Blog a Bull
Two great Luol/BG links
Andrew Wamboldt, going (very) deep into the Bulls luxury tax predicament following the Deng deal, and what it means for Gordon. Kelly Dwyer, ruminating on all things Reinsdorf when it comes to this roster. Warning, it's sort of depressing.
August 08, 2008, 9:30 PM ET from Blog a Bull
Bulls Waive JamesOn Curry
Bulls Waive JamesOn Curry [From the FanShots -ed.] The Bulls on Thursday released second-year guard JamesOn Curry. The 6-foot-2 guard was a second-round pick, chosen No. 51 overall in 2007, but never played for the Bulls in the regular season.
August 08, 2008, 9:15 PM ET from Blog a Bull
Quickthoughts on the impending Ben Gordon negotiation of doom
Sorry in advance for the bullets, but I'm tired... Unfortunately my happiness with Deng's deal is put on hold, until this Gordon deal is sorted out. While one can say Gordon can't get a $10m+ deal from any other team, the Bulls can't get a player as good as Gordon, either. I'm not completely…
August 08, 2008, 9:00 PM ET from Blog a Bull
McGraw with more details on Deng signing
I'm quoting the whole thing, because it is damned well done: The night before Luol Deng was scheduled to depart for a two-month trip to play for the Great Britain national team, he and the Bulls finally agreed on a new contract. The deal is worth $71 million over six years, according to a…
August 08, 2008, 8:45 PM ET from Blog a Bull
ESPN.com: Deng on the verge of signing 6 year/70 million dollar deal
[Woo-hoo! Original fanpost after the jump. The article actually says 'in excess' of $70m. Hopefully some more details will be available by Wednesday. If you couldn't tell after the many discussions here over the past few weeks, I'm just happy it's done, and the offseason is now underway.…
August 08, 2008, 8:30 PM ET from Blog a Bull
Gordon considering playing overseas
Gordon considering playing overseas [From the FanShots. I do not endorse commenter mwtb's tough-guy talk. I am a big softie and want everyone overpaid and happy. -ed.] Another negotiating ploy, no one's falling for it. I will laugh my @$$ off once the dollar starts to recover vs. the…
August 08, 2008, 8:15 PM ET from Blog a Bull
BlogABull 5th Anniversary Retro-Post: "Eddie Basden: Summer League Superstar"
It's true (and a bit strange, to be honest): BlogABull (including its previous independent blogspot incarnation) is celebrating its 5th anniversary. Rather than merely the usual single self-serving post, this year I've instead decided to extend my self-congratulations through the summer. I'll …
August 08, 2008, 7:45 PM ET from Blog a Bull
Paxson's the one without leverage
This 'negotiation' is really starting to get to me. Especially this permeating (if perhaps still a minority) opinion that it's of such paramount importance that the Bulls don't overpay for Deng and Gordon. This is usually accompanied wit the odd tough-guy talk that the Bulls can just let them go…
August 08, 2008, 7:30 PM ET from Blog a Bull
Source: If no contract in 2 weeks Deng signs tender
[From the FanPosts (you all are fast). This is just a negotiation tactic. I'm sure in a couple weeks we'll hear about Deng's offer to play overseas too. Though if it helps things move along, then I'm all for these 'leaks'. -ed.] Source: Yahoo sports Unless the Chicago Bulls can reach an…
August 08, 2008, 7:15 PM ET from Blog a Bull
Skiles is getting the band back together.
Skiles is getting the band back together. The Bucks today signed point guard Tyronn Lue and power forward Malik Allen to contracts.
August 08, 2008, 7:00 PM ET from Blog a Bull
Kobe’s future teammate
Team USA’s opening round game Sunday in the Beijing Olympics basketball competition possibly could pit two future teammates against each other. Lakers star Kobe Bryant, the designated lockup defender for Team USA, could get the assignment of putting China’s Sun Yue in cold storage when…
August 08, 2008, 7:00 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Bulls yet to offer Luol a contract
Bulls yet to offer Luol a contract [From the FanShots. -ed.] Consider the source, but it includes this quote from Lu's agent: "And his agent insists that Chicago remains his number one choice of destination. He added: "I think part of that is Luol's determination to be part of a…
August 08, 2008, 6:45 PM ET from Blog a Bull
Back in a month
They scatter far and wide during the off season. Whether it is for vacation or to their permanent residences, most NBA players don’t remain in the cities in which they play, during the summer.Take Lakers forward Lamar Odom. Chances are you’d have a better chance of running into him back…
August 08, 2008, 6:45 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Kobe dining on Italian food?
Kobe Bryant might be in Italy next season after all. Bryant, who reportedly (jokingly?) has said he would entertain offers from Italian teams when he becomes a free agent, said he isn’t coming home without the Olympic gold medal. “People ask me and I joke around a lot, but if we want to…
August 08, 2008, 6:45 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Gordon says "It doesn't look like" he'll remain a Bull
Gordon says "It doesn't look like" he'll remain a Bull [From the FanShots. Ben really likes talking about leading the team in scoring, doesn't he. He has a case if there is indeed a team willing to do a sign/trade for him. But if there isn't...he will be her next year, at least on the QO.…
August 08, 2008, 6:30 PM ET from Blog a Bull
Shaq building condos, not bridges
Shaquille O’Neal is putting his money – not a microphone – where his mouth is these days. Instead of rappin’ about his favorite nemesis – Kobe Bryant – Shaq announced he and two development firms will fund a $90 million, 25-story condominium tower in Newark, N.J. on city-owned land near…
August 08, 2008, 6:30 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Show him the money
It all began with an off-hand remark by LeBron James that if some European team wished to pay him $50 million for a season, he would bolt the NBA for a year, when he becomes a free agent, two summers from now. That prompted reporters tailing Team USA’s basketball team to ask Lakers star Kobe…
August 08, 2008, 6:30 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Big news coming about 2007 Lakers draft pick Sun Yue
Check back soon for information about Chinese point guard Sun Yue. In the meantime, check out this video.
August 08, 2008, 6:15 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Lakers won’t be on top again — Rick Barry
Apparently second-place just isn’t good enough for some people. Or perhaps, Rick Barry had higher expectations for the Lakers last season. But the Hall of Famer, never at a loss for words, said recently that the Lakers never would have reached the NBA Finals if San Antonio had won the first…
August 08, 2008, 6:00 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Sun rises with the Lakers
Well, now we’ll soon know if Sun Yue indeed is the second coming of Magic Johnson. It has been confirmed that the 6-9 Chinese guard will be joining the Lakers, on a two-year deal. “We’ve agreed to terms,” Lakers spokesman John Black said Friday morning. “We hope to…
August 08, 2008, 5:45 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
More Sun video: Can he go right?
He looks great, but is it me, or are 90 percent of his strong moves going left?
August 08, 2008, 5:15 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Gasol issues Kobe an Olympic-sized challenge
Kobe Bryant, like his Team USA teammates, hasn’t made it secret that their goal is to win Olympic gold. And it’s no secret the Americans are the overwhelming favorites to take home the top prize. But not everyone is on board with that. In fact, Bryant’s Lakers’ teammate, Pau Gasol laughed…
August 08, 2008, 3:45 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Newest Laker fights through bad timing
Check out Janis Carr’s story about Dwayne Mitchell, who signed a contract with the Lakers. Mitchell might have been a draft pick in 2006, but he was misdiagnosed with a heart problem. Now he’s fine and he hopes to make the team. He’s big and athletic, so he’s got a shot.
August 08, 2008, 3:30 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Kobe’s future teammate
Team USA’s opening round game Sunday in the Beijing Olympics basketball competition possibly could pit two future teammates against each other. Lakers star Kobe Bryant, the designated lockup defender for Team USA, could get the assignment of putting China’s Sun Yue in cold storage when…
August 08, 2008, 3:15 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Back-to-back
One of major league baseball Hall of Famer Ernie Banks’ favorite sayings during his illustrious career was, “Let’s play two.” Banks was referring to the baseball custom of doubleheaders, two games in one day, which was a tradition on Memorial Day and The Fourth of…
August 08, 2008, 3:00 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Back in a month
They scatter far and wide during the off season. Whether it is for vacation or to their permanent residences, most NBA players don’t remain in the cities in which they play, during the summer.Take Lakers forward Lamar Odom. Chances are you’d have a better chance of running into him back…
August 08, 2008, 2:45 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Kobe dining on Italian food?
Kobe Bryant might be in Italy next season after all. Bryant, who reportedly (jokingly?) has said he would entertain offers from Italian teams when he becomes a free agent, said he isn’t coming home without the Olympic gold medal. “People ask me and I joke around a lot, but if we want to…
August 08, 2008, 2:45 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Show him the money
It all began with an off-hand remark by LeBron James that if some European team wished to pay him $50 million for a season, he would bolt the NBA for a year, when he becomes a free agent, two summers from now. That prompted reporters tailing Team USA’s basketball team to ask Lakers star Kobe…
August 08, 2008, 2:30 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Big news coming about 2007 Lakers draft pick Sun Yue
Check back soon for information about Chinese point guard Sun Yue. In the meantime, check out this video.
August 08, 2008, 2:30 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Lakers won’t be on top again — Rick Barry
Apparently second-place just isn’t good enough for some people. Or perhaps, Rick Barry had higher expectations for the Lakers last season. But the Hall of Famer, never at a loss for words, said recently that the Lakers never would have reached the NBA Finals if San Antonio had won the first…
August 08, 2008, 2:30 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Sun rises with the Lakers
Well, now we’ll soon know if Sun Yue indeed is the second coming of Magic Johnson. It has been confirmed that the 6-9 Chinese guard will be joining the Lakers, on a two-year deal. “We’ve agreed to terms,” Lakers spokesman John Black said Friday morning. “We hope to…
August 08, 2008, 2:15 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Kobe might want to check the scouting report
Kobe Bryant was caught a bit off guard by the talent of the Australian basketball team. The US basketball team beat the Boomers (I guess that’s short for Boomerangs) by 11 points in their final Olympics tuneup. Apparently, Kobe didn’t realize the Boomer boys could play. Check out his…
August 08, 2008, 2:15 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Gasol issues Kobe an Olympic-sized challenge
Kobe Bryant, like his Team USA teammates, hasn’t made it secret that their goal is to win Olympic gold. And it’s no secret the Americans are the overwhelming favorites to take home the top prize. But not everyone is on board with that. In fact, Bryant’s Lakers’ teammate, Pau Gasol laughed…
August 08, 2008, 2:00 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Newest Laker fights through bad timing
Check out Janis Carr’s story about Dwayne Mitchell, who signed a contract with the Lakers. Mitchell might have been a draft pick in 2006, but he was misdiagnosed with a heart problem. Now he’s fine and he hopes to make the team. He’s big and athletic, so he’s got a shot.
August 08, 2008, 2:00 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Kobe’s future teammate?
Team USA’s opening round game Sunday in the Beijing Olympics basketball competition possibly could pit two future teammates against each other. Lakers star Kobe Bryant, the designated lockup defender for Team USA, could get the assignment of putting China’s Sun Yue in cold storage when…
August 08, 2008, 1:45 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Back-to-back
One of major league baseball Hall of Famer Ernie Banks’ favorite sayings during his illustrious career was, “Let’s play two.” Banks was referring to the baseball custom of doubleheaders, two games in one day, which was a tradition on Memorial Day and The Fourth of…
August 08, 2008, 1:45 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
The entire Lakers 2008-09 schedule
The Lakers schedule has been released: (more…)
August 08, 2008, 1:30 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
The last name on the list
Who should get the last spot on the Lakers roster? Dwayne Mitchell Robert "Tractor" Traylor Lorenzo Mata-Real Sun Yue View Results
August 08, 2008, 1:15 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
It’s the Lake Show
As expected, the team that either is universally loved or universally loathed, will help usher in the 2008-2009 NBA season on national television. The Lakers, who reached the NBA finals this past season, before wilting against the Boston Celtics, will help TNT kick off the new season Oct. 28, when…
August 08, 2008, 1:15 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Kobe dining on Italian food?
Kobe Bryant might be in Italy next season after all. Bryant, who reportedly (jokingly?) has said he would entertain offers from Italian teams when he becomes a free agent, said he isn’t coming home without the Olympic gold medal. “People ask me and I joke around a lot, but if we want to…
August 08, 2008, 1:00 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Big news coming about 2007 Lakers draft pick Sun Yue
Check back soon for information about Chinese point guard Sun Yue. In the meantime, check out this video.
August 08, 2008, 1:00 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Lakers won’t be on top again — Rick Barry
Apparently second-place just isn’t good enough for some people. Or perhaps, Rick Barry had higher expectations for the Lakers last season. But the Hall of Famer, never at a loss for words, said recently that the Lakers never would have reached the NBA Finals if San Antonio had won the first…
August 08, 2008, 12:00 AM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Bulls Announce 08-09 Schedule
Bulls Announce 08-09 Schedule [From the FanShots. That's correct: opening night the Bulls will be hosting Skiles, and his assistant: whatshisname. -ed.] "The Chicago Bulls will tip off their 43rd season on Tuesday, October 28, when they host the Milwaukee Bucks in their season opener at…
August 08, 2008, 03:15 AM ET from Blog a Bull
It looks that way. I don't think they want to lose their leading scorer for nothing. Maybe they d...
It looks that way. I don't think they want to lose their leading scorer for nothing. Maybe they do, I don't know. Ben Gordon, on the Bulls limiting their offer to what's left under the luxury tax, and sticking to the scoring = $$$ talking points.
August 08, 2008, 03:00 AM ET from Blog a Bull
Monta Ellis gets 6/$66m from Warriors
Monta Ellis gets 6/$66m from Warriors Somewhere, Ben Gordon (adjust Ellis' numbers for Nellieball) is peeved.
August 08, 2008, 02:45 AM ET from Blog a Bull
Breaking: Camby to Clips for a Second Rounder
Breaking: Camby to Clips for a Second Rounder [From the FanShots. Like 'fundamentallysound' says, it's good news and bad news for the Bulls. -ed.] Well this should eat up most of that Clippers cap room, thus making Deng and BG more likely to settle for less. On the other hand, a Camby for…
August 08, 2008, 02:30 AM ET from Blog a Bull
SBNBA Olympic Basketball primer
I don't really care about Olympic basketball or who wins. I think the only Bull participating is Nocioni, and, well.... BUT! If you do care (and who am I kidding, it's pro-level basketball so I'll watch it), two of SBNation's finest, AttheHive and GreenBandwagon, have been running through all…
August 08, 2008, 02:15 AM ET from Blog a Bull
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