The Bulls strength is finally in the front court

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For the first season in seven years, the Bulls will not open the season wondering how they'll get points in the paint. Not since the 2004/5 season have the Bulls had a dangerous player in the front court, back then,...

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By: Doug Thonus

 

[Lex L.]

Good article. And the thing is, it doesnt even mention Asik (not that it should), who also might contribute.

And considering the national and local media routinely neglects to consider rebounding, Id say its underrated. It was good to see someone finally bring that to the surface.

 

[pinkizdead]

asik and thomas should contribute 5 fouls a game. huzzah!

what it doesn't mention is the great irony of the situation that push pointed out. We've always had outside shooting. Now we've lost our shooting, and we've got a great front court. tHe basketball gods give with one hand, and takes away with the other.

 

[RamiTheBullsFan]

I don't see how the Bulls lost any outside shooting compared to last season. Sure, Ben Gordon was a good scorer two years ago for them. But the Bulls' merely lost the inconsistent Kirk Hinrich and brought in C.J. Watson and Kyle Korver to each come in and play decent minutes.

Bulls' fans should be pleased with the improved shooting and front-court.

 

[RamiTheBullsFan]

Here is a video of Derrick Rose talking to ESPN about the Heat, LeBron's decision, and JVG's claim the Heat will win 72+, the FIBA Worlds, and the Bulls' 2011 season.

And also... an article on Boozer not wanting the Bulls to move Noah.

Chicago Bulls forward Carlos Boozer loves Carmelo Anthony, but he doesn't want to trade Joakim Noah - ESPN Chicago

 

[TheStig]

I don't see how the Bulls lost any outside shooting compared to last season. Sure, Ben Gordon was a good scorer two years ago for them. But the Bulls' merely lost the inconsistent Kirk Hinrich and brought in C.J. Watson and Kyle Korver to each come in and play decent minutes.

Bulls' fans should be pleased with the improved shooting and front-court.

Brad Miller and John Salmons were good shooters for us. Miller played a nice role stretching the defense. Korver is an elite shooter but you need one more than one guy to stretch the floor.

 

[Lefty]

And considering the national and local media routinely neglects to consider rebounding, Id say its underrated.

What is, the front court or rebounding? We've already been over rebounding, and it is definitely overrated a majority of the time.

 

[pinkizdead]

What is, the front court or rebounding? We've already been over rebounding, and it is definitely overrated a majority of the time.

are you either, high or Special person?

 

[Dpauley23]

I don't see how the Bulls lost any outside shooting compared to last season. Sure, Ben Gordon was a good scorer two years ago for them. But the Bulls' merely lost the inconsistent Kirk Hinrich and brought in C.J. Watson and Kyle Korver to each come in and play decent minutes.

Bulls' fans should be pleased with the improved shooting and front-court.

Based on what?

Here's a little breakdown for you

Last year's team made 289/887 good for 33%. While this year's team shot 245/673 good for 36%. We still absolutely suck at 3's and probably will be bottom five in 3 pointers made again. Also you have stated numerous times that Korver shouldn't see many minutes. So we can be the absolutely worst 3 point team in history? What makes you so optimistic about the 3 point shooting

 

[TheStig]

What is, the front court or rebounding? We've already been over rebounding, and it is definitely overrated a majority of the time.

Being able to control the boards will keep us in a lot of games. Its definitely understated. If your a bad team and great at rebounding but if your a good defensive team taht rebounds, you usaully do well in the playoffs.

 

[pinkizdead]

Based on what?

Here's a little breakdown for you

Last year's team made 289/887 good for 33%. While this year's team shot 245/673 good for 36%. We still absolutely suck at 3's and probably will be bottom five in 3 pointers made again. Also you have stated numerous times that Korver shouldn't see many minutes. So we can be the absolutely worst 3 point team in history? What makes you so optimistic about the 3 point shooting

what no way! watson shot 31% behind the arc last year, and he should see significant minutes at the 2. how does that not make you optimistic?

 

[TheStig]

what no way! watson shot 31% behind the arc last year, and he should see significant minutes at the 2. how does that not make you optimistic?

How many minutes can you see Rose and Watson playing together? I can see maybe 10mpg, probably around 6-7. He isn't going to be over 20mpg unless we have injuries. Brewer will get at least 28, Korver will get at least 10, leaving a max of 10 for him between him and Bogans.

 

[Dpauley23]

How many minutes can you see Rose and Watson playing together? I can see maybe 10mpg, probably around 6-7. He isn't going to be over 20mpg unless we have injuries. Brewer will get at least 28, Korver will get at least 10, leaving a max of 10 for him between him and Bogans.

You must not be very good at detecting sarcasm

 

[houheffna]

There is only one solution to this 3pt shooting issue: Luol Deng...

If he shoots at a decent percentage and takes a few shots a game from long range, the long range shooting won't be a problem.

I have a bucket sitting by me waiting for one of you to talk about how the Bulls should have kept certain players that were let go because it would make the team soooooooo much better...go ahead and get it over with so I can vomit.

That said, some of you are just too paranoid. I think this is a pretty good team, if they had stellar 3pt shooting, I don't think it would be the deciding factor as to whether they could beat Miami or LA. We just need to wait and see.

 

[TheStig]

There is only one solution to this 3pt shooting issue: Luol Deng...

If he shoots at a decent percentage and takes a few shots a game from long range, the long range shooting won't be a problem.

I have a bucket sitting by me waiting for one of you to talk about how the Bulls should have kept certain players that were let go because it would make the team soooooooo much better...go ahead and get it over with so I can vomit.

That said, some of you are just too paranoid. I think this is a pretty good team, if they had stellar 3pt shooting, I don't think it would be the deciding factor as to whether they could beat Miami or LA. We just need to wait and see.

Well I still think BG would have been an excellent fit for this group but it can't happen now. But your right, Deng needs to master the corner three.

Now, waiting to see Hou puke.

 

[houheffna]

Well I still think BG would have been an excellent fit for this group but it can't happen now. But your right, Deng needs to master the corner three.

Now, waiting to see Hou puke.

Damn...just did...

 

[RamiTheBullsFan]

The point is that the Bulls now have solid options when it comes to 3-point shooting.

Depth is all about having options. When guys are struggling in some way, you bring in another guy off the bench, for at least a little while, to fix it and force the other team to adjust.

It's that simple. If our entire team was Rose-Brewer-Deng-Boozer-Noah then the 3-point shooting would suck.

Bogans is a very good spot-up 3-point shooter. He will spread the floor.

Korver is the best pure long-range shooter in the game. They will bring him in if they need spacing badly enough.

Watson is a high-volume scorer, in addition to being a good long-range shooter.

(not to mention.... Rose has improved his long-range shooting, and Deng will hit most 3's if left completely uncovered)

 

[Lefty]

are you either, high or Special person?

:smh:

Wins Produced = [WP48 / 48] * Minutes Played

 

[pinkizdead]

I have a bucket sitting by me waiting for one of you to talk about how the Bulls should have kept certain players that were let go because it would make the team soooooooo much better...go ahead and get it over with so I can vomit.

i think we're all a little bit more than upset to see pargo go.

 

[TheStig]

:smh:

Wins Produced = [WP48 / 48] * Minutes Played

You do realize that controlling the boards impacts more than just rebounds. it will increase fga, fga%, fta, decrease opponent fga, fg% and fta. Rebounding is more than just one line in your formula. It impacts about half the stats on there.