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Derrick Rose celebrates a Timberwolves' victory against the Hornets on Dec. 5, 2018.

Sixth Man of the Year contender Derrick Rose deserves praise for his perseverance and play

May 31, 2019 at 4:40 p.m.

The video, posted on social media on Feb. 22, went viral. It showed Derrick Rose in a nondescript Cleveland State gym, moving gingerly and shooting close-range floaters. Unemployed after the...

Bulls guard Ryan Arcidiacono (51) drives while Kings guard De'Aaron Fox (5) defends during the first half at the United Center on Monday, Dec. 10, 2018.

From rival to respect, Kris Dunn lauds Ryan Arcidiacono’s play: ‘He’s not scared of anything’

May 31, 2019 at 4:35 p.m.

Until Zach LaVine returns from injury, Ryan Arcidiacono remains a starter in the Bulls backcourt alongside Kris Dunn. “I hate that kid,” Dunn said. Come again? “I hate that kid,”...

The Bulls' Lauri Markkanen drives around the Cavaliers' Larry Nance Jr. during the first half.

Bulls win back-to-back games for the 1st time this season: ‘We’re having fun playing basketball’

May 31, 2019 at 4:38 p.m.

Jim Boylen is a positive person. But his theme leading up to Sunday’s tipoff centered on negativity. Over and over he challenged his players with the fact that the Bulls...

Jabari Parker returns to active status after illness, but not to the Bulls’ rotation

May 31, 2019 at 4:36 p.m.

Jabari Parker returned to active status after missing the last three games because of a stomach illness but didn’t play for the fifth straight game Sunday against the Cavaliers. Two...

From his sideline stance to practice plan, Jim Boylen making defense a Bulls priority

May 31, 2019 at 4:38 p.m.

Shaquille Harrison called it “hilarious.” Justin Holiday opted for “normal.” Whatever the description, it’s clear Jim Boylen has made tougher defense a priority merely by the defensive stance he assumes...

Lauri Markkanen heads to the locker room Friday night after scoring 32 points in the Bulls' 90-80 victory over the Magic at the United Center.

Lauri Markkanen scores a season-high 32 points in the Bulls’ 90-80 win against the Magic

May 31, 2019 at 4:39 p.m.

The Bulls checked their holiday to-do list and remembered they have this weapon named Lauri Markkanen. After taking just six shots Wednesday in a loss to the Nets, Markkanen scored...

Bobby Portis vows to overcome more adversity: ‘I’m always mentally strong’

May 31, 2019 at 4:41 p.m.

Given that Bobby Portis rolled his right ankle, walked off the court and straight to the locker room Wednesday night, the fourth-year forward knew he would be missing more time....

Bulls forward Lauri Markkanen points to guard Coby White after hitting a 3-pointer in the fourth quarter against the Cavaliers on April 17, 2021, at the United Center.

Bulls coach Jim Boylen vows more shots and touches for Lauri Markkanen

May 31, 2019 at 4:40 p.m.

Lauri Markkanen is averaging 14.1 shots per game since returning from a right elbow injury, which made his mere six shots in Wednesday’s loss to the Nets stand out all...

Bobby Portis gets pumped up during the second half against the Cavaliers at the United Center on April 9, 2016.

Bobby Portis will miss 2-4 weeks with a sprained right ankle as the Bulls’ lost season continues

May 31, 2019 at 4:33 p.m.

The Bulls own the worst record in the league. They can’t stay healthy. They already have changed coaches once. Is it May 14 yet? That’s the date of the NBA...

The Bucks' Jabari Parker shoots over the Heat's Dwyane Wade on Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2016 in Miami.

Bulls Q&A: Is management committed to Jim Boylen? Do Zach LaVine, Lauri Markkanen and Kris Dunn fit?

May 31, 2019 at 4:41 p.m.

Sometimes, I’m amazed — and thankful — you guys even bother anymore. Is management still fully on board with Jim Boylen after watching the offense crater since he took over?...

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