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Year You Became a Fan: Since I was born. Why You Became a Fan: I live in Chicago and I love the Bulls. Favorite Bulls Player, All-Time: Michael Jordan Favorite Bulls Coach, All-Time: Phil Jackson Favorite Bulls Moment:Michael Jordan's miraculous last shot Amount of Bulls Games Attended:30-40, all in the 100's because my dad has contacts.

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This was my first blog created on 22nd of September. Comment and Criticism greatly appreciated. We are the team, that Michael Jordan built. We are the team now lead by Derrick Rose, the rookie of the year, and the greatest number of points in a playoffs series. Luol Deng is coming off of an injury, which is a plus as always. Luol will give you 18ppg/6rpg a game, and that's always a contribution. He's an old-school type of guy and that's respectable. The Chicago Bulls had a key loss this summer: Ben Gordon, the rainmaker, he could always spark things up, but he was inconsistent. Let's see how the Bulls can mesh together and fill the void of Ben Gordon leaving. The Chicago Bulls will play better defense then last year because of Ben Gordon leaving. He sucked at defense. I'm ranking my Bulls at least the number 6 seed. The East has always been mediocre for the lower seeds, who are rarely over 500%, and have been second best to the dominant Western Conference. Derrick Rose, will come out even stronger then before and show us what he truly is and what he can make on the court. Be on the lookout for what Rose can truly do and how more aggressive this season he will be. Tyrus Thomas & Joakim Noah have been reportedly hitting the gym's after they dramatically improved during the playoff seasons and look to have improved even more. Tyrus, you already know what he brings, those game changing shot blocks & Joakim - 'Nuff said. Some Videos, I thought would be interesting: YouTube - Derrick Rose Mix - It's My Time YouTube - Derrick Rose- On Top Of The World *HD* These both illustrate the amazing season Derrick Rose will have. I've got the Bulls at 43 - 39 this season, as stated previously. John Salmons, he is clutch, and he primarily plays small forward, but will take over the role of Ben Gordon's spot. The Bulls HAD NEVER PLANNED to offer Ben Gordon a contract, after they traded for John Salmons & Brad Miller. The John Salmons & Brad Miller trade was the shake up the Bulls needed to surge into the playoffs. I'm glad they did because that is such a good move by John Paxson, http://www.nbadimensions.net/forums/images/smilies/thumb.gif. Brad Miller provides the veteran experience and mentors Joakim Noah & Tyrus Thomas and provides key insight. He can also light up three's sometimes, I'm sorry to say this Brad, but you're slow! I think my grandma, can beat you in a race. What lies ahead for the Chicago Bulls? I see nothing except upward expansion, because of their rising stars. Luol Deng was an all-star for Christ Sakes and everyone thinks he is a has-been. It's his season to shine and he will prove all his critics wrong, book it please. Michael Jordan's, hall of fame ceremony, was very interesting, nevertheless, and I bet Chicago Bulls players & fans alike were watching with nothing except excitement toward their hero. Heck! I was even watching it and adoring. Lindsey Hunter, resigned, but he is nothing but a mentor to Derrick Rose, he provides support for Derrick Rose, when Derrick asks questions and Lindsey was amazing defender. Look for Rose's Defense to emerge. Why haven't I mentioned free agency yet? Have you ever heard of an expression, save the best for last? Well, anyways, Dwyane Wade will be coming to Chicago, I am 90% sure and I do have articles for proof. He recently bought a townhouse and didn't want to give away to the Heat in the Tom & Waddle Show[ESPN CHICAGO 1000] that he most likely will be leaving the Miami Heat. The Bulls need a big man, I'm not saying I hate Wade, but I'd take Bosh or Amar'e if they were available. We either need to trade for a big man or either sign one in the class of 2010. I would love to hear your thoughts on this article, please do not heisitate to post! I will be writing more blog entries for the team, I LOVE. Thank you for reading, - 23Bullsaj.

2009-10 Season Preview: Chicago Bulls This is my second blog, comments & criticism greatly appreciated. Authored By 23Bullsaj, NBA Dimensions Exclusive Senior Blogger. http://i.cdn.turner.com/nba/nba/2009/images/04/18/tx_rose-041809.jpg 2008-09 Record: 41-41, 7th Seed in the Eastern Conference. Key Loses: Ben Gordon. Key Rookies: Taj Gibson and James Johnson. Probable Starting Line-Up: Point Guard - Derrick Rose Shooting Guard - John Salmons Small Forward - Luol Deng Power Forward: Tyrus Thomas Center: Joakim Noah. The Big Three: The Big Three here in Chicago are Luol Deng, Derrick Rose, and John Salmons. Luol Deng has been fighting off injuries on and off the last couple of seasons. Rose is the rookie sensation and prove doubters wrong, that it was just rookie luck. John Salmons, has a load of pressure, taken over Ben Gordon's position. The Chicago Bulls refused to negotiate with Ben Gordon and Jerry Reinsdorf, Chicago Bulls Owner, stated on Chicago's Comcast Sports Net, that the Bulls had no plans to resign Ben Gordon. Ben Gordon, shot maker, will be severely missed in Chicago and good luck in Detroit! John Salmons had a decent season last year and will continue to strive to become better. Luol Deng, who has the most pressure in the NBA to acheive, has been working at the gym since the season ended. Chicago Bulls General Manger stated that Luol Deng practically lived in the Berto Center and they would have to kick him out some days. Derrick Rose, there's a load we could say about him, did you see the Chicago Bulls versus Boston Celtics Series? That truly was amazing and Rose proved all his doubters wrong. Rose had 36 points and had the most points for a rookie debut, even Michael Jordan didn't accomplish that, but let's not get carried away, Jordan's the greatest basketball player that ever lived anyways Derrick must prove all the hype received was not just luck, but was truly skill and he must lead the Bulls this season. Derrick, right after the playoff series ended, stated that he was going to be more aggresive this season. When Rose was aggressive, like in Game 1 of the playoff series, the Bulls won and Rose had 36 points. Rose, you gotta take the Bulls into the playoffs and into the second round at least. No pressure, kid. John Salmons, slowly aging, but still has game, has a lot of pressure to acheive like the previous season. To increase pressure on John, the recent departure of Ben Gordon has made sorrow in Bulls Fans Hearts, which he must prove he can deliver. John plays better defense then Ben Gordon and now the Bulls can become one of the best defensive teams in the league once more. John Salmons, can crank up his game, when tested, and delivers. He may not be as streaky as Gordon, but John is very reliable, shown when he was traded from Sacramento. John can play shooting guard or forward and gives more versatility for the Bulls, stated by the Bulls Front Office. Dynamic Duo: The Bulls could have a promising duo if Tyrus Thomas and Joakim Noah are improving their game since the season ended. Joakim Noah, stated, that he wants to be better offensively and he has this season to show that he can deliver. There's been a lot of disputes whether or not Tyrus Thomas should have been traded because he has the lowest basketball I.Q. in the league. Bulls Fans do not know if Tyrus has a post game yet, which we want him to develop, and he needs to work on his jumpers. Tyrus is a mix of a power forward and a small forward, he needs to become more of a power forward. He's been blessed with talent, now he just needs to use his head. If Joakim Noah, can deliver 10p.p.g./10r.p.g./3-4b.p.g., the Bulls and their fans will be extremely happy. The Bulls have inferred that they want Joakim as their center and aren't looking to trade him. Tyrus Thomas is on the block, per say, and could be headed somewhere, if his game does not drastically improve. The Bulls cannot wait anymore since the 2010 Free Agency Class will soon arrive. Brad Miller, is unconcerned with being traded, during the season. The final year of Miller's contract is worth $12.25 million, which in the NBA's current economy could be a huge asset for a trading chip. A lot of teams will be trying to pry Miller from the Bulls. Miller has given Tyrus and Joakim veteran experience and fundamentals that they are keen to learn from Brad and Brad is keen to share them with both of them, for their improvement. This will be an interesting season for trades and much more. Prediction: The Bulls, "Big Three, must come big this season and that's what will lead them to success. Derrick Rose will play a big chip this season and prove his doubters wrong, the same can be said as Luol Deng. With the departure of Ben Gordon, they'll be better defensively and still can spark points on the board. John Salmons will take the loss of Gordon on his shoulders and carry the Bulls on some sticky spots during the season. Joakim Noah and Tyrus Thomas are keen to improve, which is always a great attribute. "In terms of personnel the Bulls are returning a team pretty similar to the one that made such long strides in last season's playoffs, with one glaring exception—Ben Gordon, their leading scorer the last four years, is now a Detroit Piston. Expectations remain relatively high for this group, however, if only because Rookie of the Year Derrick Rose is poised to further step up his game, and Joakim Noah and Tyrus Thomas are as close as they've ever been to fulfilling their tremendous potential. Adding in a healthy Luol Deng and a full season with John Salmons and Brad Miller, the Bulls are unquestionably a playoff team, but probably as a 5 or 6 seed. 2nd Place, Central Division", Joel Brigham from Hoops-World stated. I'm agreeing with the above statement, and I see the Bulls as a 4-6 seed, depends on how well Derrick Rose, Luol Deng, and John Salmons play. If Deng returns to 05-06 all-star form, watch out! No matter how the Bulls do this season, the fans will keep their eyes on the Miami Heat's Standings. Dwyane Wade has stated he wants to be on a team that can win a NBA Championship and what better place to return to his hometown, if the Bulls do well this season. Thank you for reading and comments & criticism are greatly appreciated. 23Bullsaj NBA Dimensions Exclusive Senior Blog Writer Retired NBA Dimensions Commissioner NBA Dimensions Mix - Maker NBA Dimensions