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 Feb. 10 Issue is out: First '10 Cubby Occurrence as Marlon Byrd eaten by huge Mesa Gila monsterFriday, Feb. 12, 2010 Among the headlines: Ricketts to compete for Gold in men's Winter Olympic figure skating; Steroid use up 50% among idiot Cardinals fans; and much, much more The Heckler's February issue has hit the streets to help ease your winter blues. We think it's our best ever, but we also thought signing Milton Bradley was a good move by Jim Hendry. Sometimes we're wrong. Read More  Six-year-old TV network to host its 22nd annual sports awards ThursdayWednesday, Feb. 10, 2010 Comcast continues history of not making sense Comcast SportsNet was founded in 2004, yet is hosting its 22nd Annual Comcast SportsNet Sports Awards dinner Thursday night at the Hilton Chicago. Some think it makes no sense that a six-year-old TV network could be hosting its 22nd annual award show, but Comcast SportsNet Chicago President Jim Corno doesn't care. Read More  Jan. 10 Issue is out: Cubs Convention time!Friday, Jan. 15, 2010 Among the headlines: Cubs add ice rink to Hilton; Kitty O'Sheas unveils $24 'Convention fries'; and much more Great news: The Heckler's January issue has hit the streets just in time for the Cubs Convention. Once again, The Heckler will have a booth at the Hilton (No. 58 in the NW Hall.) We'll also be Tweeting like crazy, because that's what everyone else is doing. Read More Radio Brief: Bulls considering Lovie to replace equally inept Del Negro Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2009 Looking once again for incompetence in their coaching search, the Bulls might hire Lovie Smith if he becomes available. Read More  Del Negro refuses to answer phone on Christmas EveWednesday, Dec. 23, 2009 Fears Skiles-esque firing During a postgame press conference after the Bulls blew a 35-point lead against the Kings this week, a reporter asked head coach Vinny Del Negro what his plans will be for the Christmas holiday. A visibly shaken Del Negro shrugged. Read More Late game: Bulls finish too early for deadline, but they surely couldn't have blown a 30-point lead Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2009 'This was a really great win for our team' Del Negro probably said Monday night's Bulls-Kings game finished past The Heckler's deadline, but we're almost positive the Bulls pulled this one out. As of press time, the Bulls held a nearly insurmountable 23-point lead in the fourth quarter. Simply put, there's just no way they could have blown this one. Read More  Dec. 09 issue is out: NFL Today adds 10th host; Bears demoted to CFL; Hawks sign entire team for lifeTuesday, Dec. 22, 2009 Chicago sports news you won't find anywhere else Great news: The Heckler's December issue has hit the streets. In addition to our award-winning unbelievable Chicago sports coverage, this month The Heckler names its first-ever Sportsman of the Year. Here's a hint: His nickname should be "Pick Six." Read More Down and out Jordan redeems steak coupon after suing Dominick's for using his picture on it Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2009 Also bets 100k in Vegas that he'll win case News broke this week that Michael Jordan is suing grocery chains Jewel and Dominick's for using his likeness without his consent in ads congratulating him for his Hall of Fame induction this summer. The Dominick's ad in question included a coupon for steak, which the former superstar promptly redeemed to save a few bucks. Read More Bulls reach new level of suckiness with 35-point loss to Hawks Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009 Del Negro unsure how far low team can push itself Give the Bulls credit for one thing: They're never satisfied. Read More Radio Brief: Circus run at UC extended with Bulls playing role of clowns Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2009 While Ringling Bros. has left the United Center, the circus lives on with the Bulls playing like a bunch of clowns. Read More Bulls put up valiant effort, fall short against worst team in the history of basketball Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2009 Bulls take over title as worst team in league The Bulls fought and clawed their way back from a double-digit deficit, but fell just short Tuesday in a 103-101 to the New Jersey Nets, also known as the worst team in the history of of the NBA. Read More Gordon can't wait to show former teammates all the new 'defense' he's learned Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009 'It's really cool, and real easy to do' When the Pistons come to the United Center for tonight's game, former Bulls guard Ben Gordon is excited to show his former team all the cool new skills he's learned--namely, how to play defense. Read More Noah 'out-uglies' Gasol in Bulls blowout loss to Lakers Friday, November 20, 2009 'I knew I was gonna have to be my ugliest tonight' The Bulls may have lost by 15 to the Lakers on Thursday, but Joakim Noah got the best of L.A.'s Pau Gasol in a battle of the two ugliest centers in the game. Read More  Nov. 09 issue is out: Cubs sign Kenny Powers; Bears lineman struggle, and much moreMonday, Nov. 16, 2009 Chicago sports news you won't find anywhere else Great news: The Heckler's November issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable sports news. Read More Donaghy escapes from prison, waives off buzzer-beating shot Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009 Disgraced former ref took Nuggets and the under Convicted felon/former NBA referee Tim Donaghy escaped from prison on Tuesday and arrived at the United Center just in time to waive off an apparent buzzer-beating basket by Brad Miller, as the Bulls fell to the Denver Nuggets, 90-89. Read More  Reinsdorf doesn't understand how Ricketts can love the team he now ownsWednesday, Nov. 4, 2009 Bulls, Sox owner claims to hate his teams and their fans Cubs owner Tom Ricketts is a longtime fan of his new ballclub, a fact that doesn't sit well with crosstown front office man Jerry Reinsdorf. Read More Radio Brief: Reinsdorf doesn't understand how Ricketts can love the team he owns Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009 The White Sox owner feels animosity towards team and its fans is the right way to go. Read More Del Negro scores 33 for Bulls in win over Senior League's Spurs in opener Friday, Oct. 30, 2009 Injured Rose also plays while hopping on one foot Bulls coach Vinny Del Negro scored 33 points and added 12 assists to lead an 85-79 win over the Spurs of the National Basketball Senior League in the team's season opener on Thursday. Read More Bulls fan still doesn't know who team drafted Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009 Longtime Bulls fan Joe Chomisecki admitted he couldn’t actually name either of the team's selections from June's NBA draft, despite his claims to the contrary. Read More  Local teen reclaims stolen possessions from 'Monsters in the Morning' setTuesday, Oct. 27, 2009 North claims to have bought everything off eBay for less than $100 Jimmy Kain of Lombard was relieved to learn that the contents of his bedroom--stolen two weeks ago in a home burglary--had been located safe and sound on the set of Comcast SportsNet's "Monsters in the Morning" TV show hosted by Mike North. Read More  Pistons find out Gordon is only 5-foot-2Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2009 Former Bull measures 5-foot-4 in boots After a recent workout, the Pistons came to the shocking revelation that free agent signee Ben Gordon is really only 5-foot-2. The Pistons found out after measuring the former Bulls guard, who they signed to a five-year, $55 million deal this summer. Read More  Oct 09 issue is out: New Soldier Field Carpet; Gregg's tasty new gig; Impact of Urlacher's injury on the population; and much moreFriday, Oct. 16, 2009 Chicago sports news you won't find anywhere else Great news: The Heckler's October issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable sports news. Read More  Derrick Rose hopes to squeeze one more scandal in before seasonTuesday, Sept. 22, 2009 'I just want people to think I'm a badass' After a summer featuring a pair of scandals, soft-spoken Bulls phenom Derrick Rose is hoping to fit in one more major scandal before he begins his sophomore season. Rose has already has been in the media spotlight for an SAT test cheating scandal, as well as a surfaced photo where the Bulls guard was seen flashing a gang sign. Unsure how to top himself, Rose was seen booking trips to Las Vegas and Brazil. Read More  Watch Now: The Heckler's Sept. 2009 Unbelievable Video UpdateFriday, Sept. 18, 2009 Everything you'd have read in the Sept. issue if you weren't so damn lazy A look in video at the latest happenings in sports, including news on Jim Hendry and Carlos Zambrano, John Madden's retirement plans being ruined by Brett Favre, and the Bears being a little too eager to honor Jay Cutler. Read More  Sept 09 issue is out: Hendry's job hunt, Big Z's really big gig, Favre's un-retirement and much moreFriday, Sept. 11, 2009 Chicago sports news you won't find anywhere else Great news: The Heckler's September issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable sports news. Read More  Aug 09 issue: Soto stuck in MRI machine; Fan with iPhone misses game; Cutler shows up in beer helmet; and much moreTuesday, Aug. 11, 2009 Cubs, Sox and Bears news you won't find anywhere else Great news: The Heckler's August issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable sports news. Read More  July 09 issue is out: Busch Stadium gets indoor plumbing; Ozzie adopts Wrigley rat; and much moreThursday, July 09, 2009 Plenty of Cardinals, All-Star Game and Cubs news this month Great news: The Heckler's July issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable sports news. Read More  Ben Gordon sentenced to 5 years in DetroitThursday, July 2, 2009 Bulls lose free agent shooting guard to Pistons Ben Gordon was dealt a major blow Wednesday night when the free agent shooting guard was sentenced to a legally binding five-year stint in Detroit. Read More Don't miss National 40oz Week at The Fifty/50 now until July 5 Tuesday, June 30, 2009 Great times and discounts on America's Most Patriotic Beverage The good folks at The Fifty/50 (2047 W. Division) are holding National 40oz Week now until July 5, co-sponsored by The Heckler. Take part in great events like Trivia Night, Old School Hip Hop Night, baseball promos and Hangover Day while enjoying discounts on the best 40oz goodness around. Read More The Heckler celebrates 1,000 Facebook friends Tuesday, June 30, 2009 For some reason, we signed up for an account and now people like it A while back, we at The Heckler started a Facebook account and Monday it gained its 1,000th fan. To celebrate this momentous occasion, we're offering current Facebook fans a deal they can't refuse: a chance to save 1,000 pennies on your next order from TheHeckler.com. That's $10 for all you non-math majors out there. Read More  Bulls top Cavs' Shaq trade by signing George MikanThursday, June 25, 2009 Mikan -- though deceased -- arguably is more mobile than O'Neal The Bulls tried to steal some headlines from the Cavaliers after their trade for Shaquille O'Neal today by announcing they had signed legendary deceased big man George Mikan. Read More  Derrick Rose admits O.J. Mayo played for him last seasonMonday, June 15, 2009 Troubled Bulls guard admits he doesn't even play basketball In the wake of a flurry of scandal, including questions about his high school grades and whether someone else took his SAT, Bulls point guard Derrick Rose stunned Chicago sports fans by admitting he does not even play basketball. Read More  June 09 issue is out: Bradley's mouth zippered shut; Ozzie holds insult seminar to prep for Wrigley; and much moreThursday, June 11, 2009 Also follow The Heckler on Twitter and Facebook Great news: The Heckler's June issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable Chicago sports news. Also this month, The Heckler is co-sponsoring a pair of great events this month: unbeatable rooftop deals for Cubs-Twins and Cubs-Indians and National 40 oz. Week at The Fifty/50. Spread the word! Read More  Joakim Noah finds suitable way to cope with playoff eliminationThursday, May 14, 2009 Big man frolicks on Carribbean beach with beautiful naked woman It's been nearly two weeks since the Bulls were eliminated from the playoffs, but big man Joakim Noah has found a way to cope with the pain. After losing a highly contested series against the Celtics, the center/forward was seen frolicking on a Caribbean beach with a beautiful naked woman. Read More  May 09 issue is out: Lou gets moving walkway to speed up mound trips; Contreras recalls days with Ty Cobb; ESPN: Cornhole launchesFriday, May 8, 2009 Also introducing The Heckler Fan Pass Great news: The Heckler's May issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable Chicago sports news. Read More Screamin' Johnny Blaze labels Thursday's Bulls game the greatest NBA game ever Friday, May 1, 2009 Screamin' Johnny Blaze was at Game 6 at the United Center and ranks it among his top five days of all time. Read More Rondo signs contract with Packers Friday, May 1, 2009 Celtics guard finds a way to be even more hated by Chicago fans After Thursday night's triple overtime loss to the Bulls, reviled Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo announced he had signed a contract with the Green Bay Packers. Read More  The Heckler Pledge: No more Joakim Noah jokes for at least a monthFriday, May 1, 2009 Tough to make fun of the guy after a game like that Editors at The Heckler late Thursday night made a pledge: No more Joakim Noah jokes for at least a month after he came through with a career game in a stirring three-overtime playoff win against Boston. Read More Bulls fan leaves game after Celtics take late 8-point lead Friday, May 01, 2009 'What was the final score, anyway?' asks Downers Grove man who wanted to beat traffic Downers Grove resident Keith Oglewicz was pumped to get a ticket to Thursday's Game 6 of the Bulls' playoff series against Boston. But the disgruntled Bulls fan left in disgust after the Bulls blew a 12-point lead in the fourth quarter and trailed the Celtics, 99-91. Read More Derrick Rose wins ROY over O.J. Mayo, a bunch of guys you've never heard of Wednesday, April 22, 2009 Bulls guard Derrick Rose won the Rookie of the Year award on Wednesday, beating out Memphis guard O.J. Mayo and four guys nobody's ever heard of. Read More Del Negro defends use of hairstyle after Game 2 loss Wednesday, April 22, 2009 A day after losing Game 2 to the Boston Celtics in their first-round playoff series, Bulls coach faced tough criticism from the media, but vehemently defended his use of hair style during the game. Read More  Bulls bench-warmer admits to pulling a 'Gillooly' on KGFriday, April 17, 2009 Linton Johnson: 'I got him real good' The Heckler has found out the cause behind Celtics star Kevin Garnett's missing Boston's upcoming playoff series with the Bulls, and possibly the entire postseason: A Gillooly job from Bulls bench-warmer Linton Johnson. Read More ESPN pretends to care about Chicago long enough to launch new local Web site Monday, April 13, 2009 Berman butchering names of Hawks players highlights new site Long accused of an East Coast bias, ESPN unveiled a new Web site focusing on Chicago sports today. Featuring a slick design, the site debuted with little substance. Most content was just repurposed from its national brands. Read More  April 09 issue is out: Cubs to wear Snuggies; Santo gets mohawk; Reed is scrappyFriday, April 10, 2009 Be sure to sign up for The Heckler's Miller Park trip May 9 Great news: The Heckler's April issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable Chicago sports news. Read More Bandwagon fans overstimulated for two hours Tuesday night Wednesday, April 8, 2009 New hope for Blackhawks, a fresh season for the Cubs and, well, the Bulls all keep fans entertained without threat of commercial interruption Wins from the Blackhawks and Bulls plus a Cubs extra-inning loss equal one sore remote finger for the bandwagon fan. Read More  Luvabull unveils new tramp stampSaturday, March 28, 2009 Dancer claims lower back tattoo captures her essence While the new-look Bulls battle it out for a playoff spot, the Luvabulls have a new look of their own after veteran dancer Feather Daniels showed up to a recent practice with a brand-new tramp stamp tattoo on her lower back. Read More  March 09 issue is out: Zambrano Twitters between pitches; Soto's brow wax; Konerko replacedWednesday, March 18, 2009 Be sure to attend Next Year Day April 3 at Harry Caray's Wrigleyville Great news: The Heckler's March issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable Chicago sports news. Read More  Confusion abounds as Bulls and Celtics both wear St. Patty's greenGame recap from Tuesday, March 17, 2009 Chicago somehow holds on for big 127-121 win over Boston The Bulls honored the St. Patty's tradition of sporting green uniforms Tuesday night. Unfortunately so did the Celtics and all hell broke loose. Neither team knew which players to guard or pass to, but Chicago somehow held on for a six-point win. Read More  Second time's a charm: Bulls get Tim Thomas from KnicksThursday, Feb. 19, 2009 Whiney big man promises to actually try this time Tim Thomas lasted only three games with the Bulls in 2006 before he whined himself out of town. Now he's back and promising the second time will be a charm. Read More Radio Brief: Paxson considering stepping down to spend more time with players he loves Friday, Feb. 13, 2009 The Bulls GM is tired of being stuck in his office, away from the people he loves, Bulls players. Read More  The Feb. 09 Issue is out: New Cubs owner actually a Cards fan, Obama becomes first Sox fan to wear suit to workFriday, Feb. 13, 2009 Time is running out to book your Spring Training Trip with The Heckler Great news: The Heckler's February issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable Chicago sports news. Read More Pistons honor 'Red' Kerr by giving away game to Bulls Game recap from Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2009 'I loved that cat on 'Sanford & Son' says Rasheed Wallace The Bulls honored longtime player, coach and announcer Johnny "Red" Kerr on Tuesday night by giving him a halftime ceremony and dedicating the United Center court to him. The Pistons honored him by blowing a 14-point lead in the fourth quarter, and giving the game away in an eventual 107-102 Bulls win. Read More On Deck Radio Report: Bulls will figure out a way to spend even less on their head coach and other predictions Monday, Jan. 26, 2009 This week's predictions: John Paxson will save Reinsdorf some money by doing a two for one, the Cubs new owner will shoot down a rumor, and Kurt Warner will receive a devine message. Read More Bulls manage to lose to a team with less heart than they have Game recap from Monday, Jan. 29, 2009 Lackluster Bulls drop Monday matinee in New York The Bulls managed another milestone on Monday in an already remarkable season of lackluster play and mailing it in. They managed to lose to the Knicks, a team with even less heart than they have, 102-98. Read More Radio Brief: Forgotten Bulls forced to play on ice at the UC Friday, Jan. 16, 2009 The United Center's basketball tenants have become second-class citizens in their own home. Read More  The Jan. 09 issue is out: Blago appoints Woo-Woo & Kasper gets hammered at ConventionFriday, January 16, 2009 Also check out The Heckler's booth at the Cubs Convention Just in time for the 2009 Cubs Convention, The Heckler's January issue has hit the streets. Read More  Hinrich returns from injured list able to touch the rimTuesday, Jan. 13, 2009 First time hops-challenged guard draws rim in his life Bulls guard Kirk Hinrich returned from an extended stint on the injured list Monday night finding he is now able to touch the rim, once an out-of-reach fantasy. Read More Gordon fulfills pledge to 'make it snow,' but Bulls fall to Bobcats anyway Game recap from Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2008 Skilling says never before has a man's jumper brought snow Bulls guard Ben Gordon made a pledge before Tuesday's game at Charlotte to "make it snow" on the Bobcats. Unfortunately, the Bulls melted like a snowman in July in a 110-101 OT loss. Read More Bulls beat Knicks, Duhon defects back to Chicago Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2008 Guard on New York: 'I ain't never going back there' The Bulls beat New York 105-100 Tuesday, despite former Bulls guard Chris Duhon's 15 points, 14 assists and 9 rebounds for the Knicks. Following the game, the Bulls harbored Duhon as a defector of Knicks Nation. Read More Miller gets revenge on Rose by beating Bulls, stabbing him in the chest Game recap from Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008 Literal interpretation of 76ers coach results in severe injury to Chicago's budding star Just days after getting schooled by Bulls rookie Derrick Rose, Philadelphia guard Andre Miller got his revenge on Rose and the Bulls by leading the 76ers to a 103-95 road win on Tuesday, then stabbing Rose in the chest. Read More Noah spurs last-second game-winner by cheering from bench Game recap from Monday, Nov. 24, 2008 Buzzer beat nets second win on Circus Trip Larry Hughes may get all the credit for hitting the game-winning shot at the buzzer in Monday's 101-100 win over Utah, but unsung hero Joakim Noah made it all possible with his exuberant cheering throughout the fourth quarter. Read More  Bulls 'just barely' lose by 42Thursday, November 20, 2008 Del Negro: 'That could have just as easily been 39 or 40' The Bulls were defeated by the Trail Blazers, 116-74 on Wednesday night in Portland. But an optimistic Vinny Del Negro said the outcome could have been very different. Read More  Joakim Noah stays home for circus trip, joins circusTuesday, Nov. 18, 2008 Del Negro: 'Imagine him on stilts or juggling fire. Far more of an impact than he has on a basketball court' Citing a love for the circus and a need for a career change, Bulls forward Joakim Noah elected to stay home during the team's six-game road trip so he could audition for the Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey Circus, which is playing at the United Center for the next two weeks. Read More Radio Brief: Insiders reveal Obama actually sucks at basketball Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008 Long-believed to be a good player, the President-elect is anything but. Read More  Bulls get beat by worst undefeated team in NBA historyGame recap from Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008 Hawks' Horford edges out Noah in battle of Gators: 27-2 The Hawks came out of the United Center with a 113-108 win over the Bulls on Tuesday, improving on their unbeaten record and cementing their place as the worst 6-0 team in NBA history. Read More  Bulls lose to Cavs for second time in a week despite again holding LeBron under 42Weekend recap for Monday, Nov. 10, 2008 Blowout win over Phoenix highlights weekend split The Bulls defense held Cleveland star LeBron James under 42 points for the second time this week, but lost to the Cavaliers -- again -- Saturday night, 106-97 at the United Center. James is now averaging just 41.0 points per game against the Bulls this season, yet the Cavs won both games, including a 14-point loss on Wednesday. Read More  Insiders reveal Obama actually sucks at basketballFriday, Nov. 6, 2008 Long-believed to be a good player, President-elect is anything but Just a day after a Fox News reporter revealed failed VP candidate Sarah Palin was even less intelligent than observers feared, another post-election bombshell was dropped when news spread that President-Elect Barack Obama -- long-believed to be a capable basketball player -- actually sucks at the game. Read More  Holtz pep talk doesn't work as Cavs roll BullsGame recap from Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2008 'Ssstop playing like lostherss' fails to connect with young team Coach Vinny Del Negro made headlines earlier this week when he had friend and former Notre Dame football coach Lou Holtz give a pep talk to Del Negro's Bulls. Unfortunately, it failed to make a difference as the Cavaliers and LeBron James rolled all over Chicago 107-93 Wednesday night in Cleveland. Read More Joakim Noah enjoying some 'me time' on the bench Game recap from Monday, Nov. 3, 2008 Second-year man plays just 5 minutes in loss to Orlando Bulls forward Joakim Noah has really been enjoying the time he's spent on the bench the last two games, referring to his extended benching as "me time." Read More  Pistons trade with Nuggets for Iverson's tattoosMonday, Nov. 3, 2008 Detroit parts with Rasheed's gray spot, Billups' huge bald head and Rip's face mask The Pistons made a major deal Monday, acquiring all of Allen Iverson's tattoos in exchange for Rasheed Wallace's gray spot, Chauncey Billups' huge bald head and Rip Hamilton's face mask. Read More  Bucks fire Skiles after loss to Bulls in season openerTuesday, October 28, 2008 Jim Boylan to replace ousted Milwaukee coach Scott Skiles was fired by the Milwaukee Bucks after Tuesday's season-opening 108-95 loss to the Bulls and replaced by assistant coach Jim Boylan. The move mirrored the Bulls' coaching carousel from a year ago, something new Bucks GM John Hammond hopes the Bucks can emulate. Read More Bulls to go with 11-man starting lineup for opener Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008 Only Gordon starts season on bench Unable to decide on a starting lineup for the season opener, Bulls coach Vinny Del Negro announced he was starting 11 players tonight against the Milwaukee Bucks. Everyone on the roster except guard Ben Gordon will take the floor for the opening tip. Read More Derrick Rose scores 30 in exhibition game, immediately retires Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008 Rose draws Jordan comparisons, considers retirement Rookie Derrick Rose scored 30 points to lead the Bulls to a 109-105 exhibition win over Dallas Tuesday, then immediately retired from the league before ever playing a regular-season game. Read More Bulls cut Elton Brown after mistaking him for Elton Brand Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008 'Turns out, he's just some D-League kid who can barely make a layup' The Bulls waived forward Elton Brown on Monday after realizing he wasn't former Bulls All-Star Elton Brand. Bulls GM John Paxson said he was embarrassed by the mix-up. Read More Del Negro calls 24-hour practices for Bulls Friday, Oct. 17, 2008 15-hour film sessions highlight marathon sessions On the heels of a marathon four-hour practice, Bulls coach Vinny Del Negro announced he would conduct round-the-clock, 24-hour practices until the regular season started. The practices will include five hours of layup drills, 25,000 laps around the gym, 35,000 free throws and 15 hours of film sessions. Read More  Tyrus Thomas' entire offseason prep work has consisted of getting more tattoosMonday, Oct. 13, 2008 'Tattoos are my inspiration' says Bulls third-year forward When Bulls third-year forward Tyrus Thomas showed up for training camp a few weeks back with even more ink and less game, it was clear he decided to spend all his off-season time at a tattoo parlor. Read More Sun-Times shuts down just weeks after Mariotti departure Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008 Paper can't handle loss of infamous sports columnist The Chicago Sun-Times was forced to close its doors this week as a direct result of sports columnist Jay Mariotti's abrupt resignation late last month. Read More  The Heckler's Sept 08 edition is outThursday, Sept. 11, 2008 Howry's number retired; Mai Tais aren't cool: Read it and more The September 2008 edition of The Heckler just hit the streets. Like every other issue of The Heckler, this one's guaranteed to make you laugh or your money back. Read More  The Heckler's August '08 Issue is outFriday, Aug. 8, 2008 Among the headlines: Scalpers yet to feel impact of recession, Ramirez gets portrait painted while watching HR The August 2008 edition of The Heckler is out on the streets and is guaranteed to make you laugh or your money back. Pick up your free copy in Chicago today, or subscribe and get it delivered to your home, office, email address or prison cell. Read More  Bulls to pay Deng with 'Kobe funds'Friday, Aug. 1, 2008 'No money left to pay Ben Gordon' says Paxson At the start of last season, rumors swirled that the Bulls were preparing to send a few core members of their team to L.A. for Kobe Bryant. The trade never happened but the effects are still being felt as the down-and-out Bulls signed forward Luol Deng to a six-year, $71 million contract extension. Bulls GM John Paxson said his team plans to pay Deng with funds they set aside to pay Bryant in case that trade actually happened last year. Read More  The Heckler's July '08 Issue is outTuesday, July 8, 2008 Among the headlines: Big Z goes nuts and Santo gets lost at Home Depot for 8 hours The July 2008 edition of The Heckler is out on the streets and is guaranteed to make you laugh or your money back. Pick up your free copy in Chicago today, or subscribe and get it delivered to your home, office, email address or prison cell. Read More Rose shunned by teammates, NBA community for driving 106 mph while sober July 3, 2008 First overall pick's 'street cred' plummets after failing to rake in DUI in addition to speeding ticket Derrick Rose's street credibility within NBA circles took a major hit Wednesday after it was revealed that the No. 1 overall pick in last month's NBA draft was not under the influence of alcohol when he was ticketed for speeding in April. Read More Rose demands trade after Bulls pick huge guy from Istanbul instead of college teammate June 27, 2008 'What kind of organization are these guys running?' says first overall pick Derrick Rose had awaited this moment all his life. The 6-foot, 3-inch point guard had just been selected by his hometown team as the first overall pick in the NBA Draft, and he was visibly emotional. Read More Bulls find out Derrick Rose is actually 4 ft. 4 in. tall Thursday, June 19 Paxson exploring other options with first overall pick The Bulls brought in Michael Beasley and Derrick Rose for one-one-one evaluations this week to determine which collegiate star they will select in next week's NBA draft. Both were found to be significantly shorter than expected. Read More  Paxson plans to follow Celtics' road to titleWednesday, June 18, 2008 Bulls GM to pillage talent from lesser franchises this offseason Just minutes after the Boston Celtics won the 2007-2008 NBA Championship Tuesday night, Bulls GM John Paxson saw his team's future. "We're going to do exactly what the Celtics did," said Paxson. "We're going to rip off crappy teams with lop-sided trades." Read More Radio Brief: Del Negro not exactly Paxson's first choice Thursday, Jun. 12, 2008 The Bulls GM was rejected by many before finally hiring a head coach. Read More Report: Bulls hire Del Negro because of his cool-sounding name June 10, 2008 Assistant coaching candidates include Granville Waiters, World B. Free and God Shammgod The Bulls have hired former NBA player and Suns' assistant general manager Vinny Del Negro as their next head coach "because he's got a really cool name," GM John Paxson admitted on Tuesday. Read More Radio Brief: Paxson has been teaming up with brother to make bad decisions Friday, Jun. 06, 2008 The Bulls GM has elicited the help of his brother Jim, General Manager of the Cavs back when they were bad. Read More Radio Brief: NBA feeds Celtics/Lakers rivalry hype, teams to play in short shorts Thursday, Jun. 05, 2008 The League hopes throwback uniforms in Finals will help lead to high ratings. Read More Noah solidifies place as NBA baller with four legal violations in one day Wednesday, May 28, 2008 Bulls forward only needs to impregnate at least three women this summer for productive offseason While fellow 2007 first-round draft pick Rodney Stuckey was powering his team to the Eastern Conference Finals, Bulls forward Joakim Noah was solidifying his place as a true NBA Baller, getting nailed for four legal violations in one day while partying on his former college campus this weekend. Read More Bulls to former Gov. Ryan: 'Please stop wearing our hat' Wednesday, May 28, 2008 The Chicago Bulls today sent a stern message to former Gov. George Ryan: Please take off our hat. Read More Radio Brief: Experts say Bulls will pick Michael Beasley or Igor Vladamondodamov Thursday, May 22, 2008 If the Bulls don't trade their number one pick, they could focus on one of two big men. Read More Bulls to trade first overall pick for Tyson Chandler May 21, 2008 Club to use second-round pick on sluggish Division-III center The Bulls, winners of the NBA Draft Lottery Tuesday night despite overwhelming odds against landing the top pick, are reportedly on the verge of trading the selection to the New Orleans Hornets for former Bull Tyson Chandler. Read More  Bulls secure first win of 2008 postseasonWednesday, May 21, 2008 Draft lottery victory only good thing to happen to team in more than a year The Bulls defied the odds Tuesday, winning the top pick in the 2008 NBA Draft. It represents the team's first victory of any sort this postseason and the only good thing to happen to them since they knocked off the defending champion Miami Heat in last season's playoffs. Read More Radio Brief: Paxson calls Lakers GM about revisiting Kobe trade talks Thursday, May 15, 2008 The Bulls GM hopes this offseason he might be able to work out a deal for the MVP. Read More Radio Brief: Bulls decide not to hire a head coach Tuesday, May 13, 2008 Figure players won't listen to coach anyway. Read More  After firing from Bulls, Larrivee to cut broadcast schedule down to 10 games a weekendWednesday, May 7, 2008 Hard worker's termination 'comes as a dagger' Upon learning Tuesday that he had been fired as the voice of the Bulls on WGN-TV, longtime Chicago broadcaster Wayne Larrivee has decided to cut his work schedule significantly to spend more time with family. Read More Radio Brief: Paxson begs Skiles to take Bulls roster with him Thursday, Apr. 24, 2008 Scott Skiles is going to Milwaukee to coach the Bucks, and the Bulls GM hopes he'll want to take most of his former players. Read More Radio Brief: Boylan fired after another player vote Friday, April 18, 2008 Bulls player's vote again to increase a punishment they think is too light. Read More Radio Brief: Bulls might be losing, but Reinsdorf's bank account isn't Wednesday, Apr. 02, 2008 Despite his team's poor play, the Bulls chairman is excited for more basketball. Read More |
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