LA Lakers Beat Chicago Bulls 96-90

The Los Angeles Lakers (9-10) were able to bounce back after losing to New Orleans Pelicans (105-88) last Tuesday, by beating the Chicago Bulls (10-6) Wednesday night at the United Center. They have already met last November 20, were the Bulls defeated the Lakers at Staples Center, 118-110, and Jimmy Butler posted a season-high 40 points.

Bull's Jimmy Butler led the game in scoring with 22 points on 4 for 18 shooting. The Lakers' Julius Randle pulled down 9 offensive rebounds and 11 defensive rebounds. Bulls Guard Rajon Rondo led the game in assists, with 6.

The Lakers are still struggling with injuries D’Angelo Russell has a busted knee, while Nick Young has a calf strain. This opens up much needed minutes to other guys to prove themself like Brandon Ingram who was put into the starting lineup, his third start of the season and Jose Calderon continues to get more time at the point guard spot. Nick Young is expected to be out 2-4 weeks with a strained calf muscle in his right leg.

Kevin Garnett Almost Bite Joakim Noah's hand

Kevin Garnett was caught on cam trying to bite Joakim Noah's hand, Joakim has no idea what KG was doing. But it appears that KG was just joking, or is he?

He said, "I know how to bite somebody." "Obviously I was messing around in that moment. If I wanted to bite (Joakim Noah), I would've. Shout out to Mike Tyson."

Joakim Noah said about the incident, "He (Kevin Garnett) tried to bite me, man. It's unbelievable. I don't even know what to say."

Too bad, KG should have done it his team Brooklyn Nets lost to Chicago Bulls 84-102 last Sunday.

Nene Lifts Wizards to Beat Bulls in Game 1, 102-93

   

CHICAGO -- Nene was dominant all night, he out hustle and outperformed Joakim Noah. Nene scored 24 points, while Trevor Ariza chipped in 18 points, as the Washington Wizards rallied from 13 points deficit to defeat the Chicago Bulls 102-93 in the playoff game 1 on Sunday night.

John Wall helped the Wizards by socring 16 in his postseason debut. Marcin Gortat added 15 points and 13 rebounds. Washington shooting was 49% and they outrebounded Chicago 45-39.

Kirk Hinrich and D.J. Augustin each scored 16 points, and Butler had 15 points for the Bulls.

Game 2 will be held on Tuesday in Chicago.

No Deng No Problem as Bulls Defeated Suns 92-87

CHICAGO – Even though the Chicago Bulls were shocked by the Luol Deng trade to the Cleveland Cavaliers, they still found a way to beat the Phoenix Suns. Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau appeared to be dejected when he spoke to reporters before the game. Who wouldn't be he just lost a two-time All-Star and a great defender that gave problems to opposing teams.

Bulls had only 9 active players on the roster and they still defeated the Suns 92-87 to win their 3rd consecutive game.

Taj Gibson scored 19 points and pull 10 boards, Joakim Noah added 14 points and 16 rebounds, D.J. Augustin and Jimmy Butler scored 13 apiece. Tony Snell had 12 points, he also had a back-to-back 3-pointers during an 8-0 run early in the fourth quarter that gave them 13 points lead.

The Chicago Bulls announced early Tuesday that they have traded Luol Deng to Cleveland when he didn't agree with the proposed contract extension a 3 year, $30 million extension. The move though sad is beneficial for both parties since the Bulls saves money about $14.3 million in salary and gain spending flexibility. While for Deng he can get a bigger contract in free agency. The Bulls may also bag the lottery because of the trade.

In the trade the Chicago Bulls gave All-Star forward Luol Deng to the Cleveland Cavalier in exchange for problematic center Andrew Bynum, three future draft picks and the right to swap 2015 first round picks with the Cavs (1-14 protected). Bulls waive Bynum immediately after the trade.

For the Phoenix Suns, Goran Dragic scored 21. The Suns is without guard Eric Bledsoe, who missed his third consecutive game because of a sprained right knee.

Here’s My NBA Power Rankings

1. Miami Heat: They were 66-16 last season and Lebron James said that he will play better this season, they still have a declining Dwyane Wade, and unimpressive Chris Bosh, but their acquisition of Ray Allen has proven beneficial remember game 6.

2. Brooklyn Nets (49-33): Jason Kidd is a new coach but they have a great tactician in Lawrence Frank. The Nets has a deep bench and aging but still efficient Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett combined it with stars like Deron Williams, Joe Johnson and Brooke Lopez, they’ll be too much to handle this season and can unseat the Heat in the East.

3. Chicago Bulls (45-37): Derrick Rose has returned and his injury seems fully healed, his jumpers have improved teams, I think they will win a lot of games this season.

4. Indiana Pacers (49-32): Danny Granger is returning but his health is still an issue he will miss the first two games of the regular season with a calf strain. I hope Luis Scola will prove to be a nice piece in the Pacers run.

5. San Antonio Spurs (58-24): As long as they have a healthy Tim Duncan and Tony Parker they will be in contention. This should be Kawhi Leonard break out season.

6. Los Angeles Clippers (56-26): the Clippers have a new coach Doc Rivers to lead Chris Paul and Blake Griffin to win a title.

7.  Houston Rockets (45-37): Dwight Howard was healthy in the preseason and he seemed to work well with James Harden and Jeremy Lin but I still doubt his maturity.

8. Golden State Warriors (47-35): Andre Iguodala will play alongside Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, David Lee, Andrew Bogut and Harrison Barnes he can help this young team a lot.

9. Oklahoma City Thunder (60-22): The Thunder should be higher rank if not for an injured Russell Westbrook who might be sidelined until December.

10. Memphis Grizzlies (56-26): Dave Joerger is their new head coach what they need is a little offense to go with their defensive efficiency of 97.4 last season.

11. New York Knicks (54-28): Andrea Bargnani will be interesting to watch if he performs in New York with Carmelo Anthony.

 

12. Denver Nuggets (57-25): No more Andre Iguodala and Danilo Gallinari will be sidelined to recover his knee injury.

13. Minnesota Timberwolves (31-51): Wolves have Kevin Love, Ricky Rubio Nikola Pekovic and new acquisition Kevin Martin but I think it’s still not enough to make the postseason.

14. Washington Wizards (29-53 ): The Wizards will have John Wall, Marcin Gortat and Nene they may post a decent win record with those three.

15. New Orleans Pelicans (27-55): New Orleans will have a better shot this year with players like Anthony Davis, Jrue Holiday and Tyreke Evans.

16. Cleveland Cavaliers (24-58): the combo of Kyrie Irving and Andrew Bynum will be difficult for some teams, the question is if Bynum will actually play.

17. Detroit Pistons (29-53): Josh Smith will help this team this season, but I doubt if he can carry the team to postseason. 

18. Portland Trail Blazers (33-49): LaMarcus Aldridge said: "mark my words" that the Blazers will be a playoff team. LOL

19. Dallas Mavericks (41-41): Ellis and Dirk Nowitzki will be a good tandem but still I have my doubts if they can reach the postseason.

20. Toronto Raptors (34-48): I hope Jonas Valanciunas plays well.

21. Charlotte Bobcats (21-61): The have a new center in big Al Jefferson.

22. Atlanta Hawks (44-38): Al Horford will be the face of the Hawks since Josh Smith is now gone.

23. Sacramento Kings (28-54): DeMarcus Cousins should deal with his issues and play better.

24. Utah Jazz (43-39): Gordon Hayward, Derrick Favors and Enes Kanter will be interesting to watch, but they still lack pieces to make it to the postseason.

25. Boston Celtics (41-40): Yes, Celtics have a rehabbing Rajon Rondo and they have lost their vets in Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett but on positive note they have 9 first round draft picks.  

26. Los Angeles Lakers (45-37): A lot of uncertainty of the Laker land this season since Kobe is still uncertain when he'll play.

27. Milwaukee Bucks (38-44): They are dealing will a lot of injuries this season Ersan Ilyasova (ankle), center Ekpe Udoh (knee) and swingman Carlos Delfino (foot).

28. Orlando Magic (20-62): Another rebuilding year for the Magic.

29. Phoenix Suns (25-57): I think they will have one of the worst record this season.

30. Philadelphia 76ers (34-48): The Sixers will be neck to neck with the Suns for the worst record.

Miami Heat Advance to ECF

The Miami Heat beat the Chicago Bulls 94-91. Miami was led by LeBron James with 23 points in 5 for 14 shooting, 7 rebounds and 8 assists. Dwyane Wade had 18 points, while Chris Bosh had 12 points.

The Heat build up an early lead in the first quarter but the Bulls dominate them in the second and third quarter. In the fourth quarter Heat defense intensifies that led to Bulls to missed shots and turnover the ball. Bulls could only just scored 14 points in the fourth while Miami had 25 points.

Chicago Bulls was led by Carlos Boozer, he scored 26 points on 10-19 field goals, 14 Rebounds, and 1 Assist.

Miami Heat will meet either the New York Knicks or the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals.

Bulls Big Comeback beat Brooklyn in 3OT 142-134

The Chicago Bulls made a big comeback to beat the Brooklyn Nets 142-134, they now lead the series 3-1. They outscored the Nets in the third overtime 15-7.

Nate Robinson led all scorers with 34 points on a 14-23 shooting. Carlos Boozer scored 21 points, Joakim Noah chipped in 15 points and pulled down 13 rebounds.

Deron Williams led the Nets with 32 points, Brook Lopez had 26 points and 11 rebounds.


"Huge win, huge win. Nathaniel was huge. … I'm just proud of my teammates," Noah said "Now, let's go end this in Brooklyn."

Bulls got a key bucket from Nazr Mohammed. He connected in the lane after taking a feed from Kirk Hinrich with 32.6 seconds to play.

Nazr Mohammed got a key bucket when he connected on a pass from Kirk Hinrich with 32.6 seconds to play. Then a putback from Nazr at 19 seconds left from a Carlos Boozer missed free throw gave the Bulls a 140-134 lead .

Noah, Nate Robinson, and Taj Gibson didn't finished the game they fouled out.

The Bulls are trailing 109-95 in the regulartion with 3:45 left in the clock. But Nate Robinson's hot shooting kept them alive, he scored 12 consecutive points with jumpers, layups, and free throws.

"It's an important trait to have as a team. This team has been hit with a lot of things this year. They've shown great resolve. We fight. That's something I think is valuable. …"

"We've got tough guys. We've got the right guys. Attitude and approach are important. That's something we value, and we've gotten great leadership from our veterans." Thibodeau said.

Game 5 will be at 6 p.m. Monday in Brooklyn.

Bulls Takes Game 1 but lose DRose to injury

CHICAGO (AP) Derrick Rose crumbled to the floor, clutching his left knee. His season is over and the Bulls' title hopes just might be finished, too.

Rose will miss the rest of the season after tearing the anterior cruciate ligament in his knee late in Chicago's 103-91 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers in Saturday's playoff opener, casting big cloud over a team eyeing a championship run.

He scored 23 points and was playing more like the league's reigning MVP after missing 27 games because of injuries during the regular season, but his injury-plagued season came to an end as the Bulls were wrapping up an impressive victory.

Rose crumbled to the ground after he drove the lane with about 1:20 left and the Bulls leading by 12. He was going for a layup when he came to a jump-stop and seemed to change his mind as the 76ers' Spencer Hawes and Lavoy Allen rotated over, passing off to a teammate before an awkward landing.

Team medical personnel immediately rushed out and tended to Rose for several minutes as he was writhing in pain near the baseline before helping him to the locker room. Rose was taken to the hospital, and the results of the MRI were not good.