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Derrick Rose Retires From The NBA

Published

5 months ago

September 26, 2024

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In a shocking turn of events, heading into the new season, NBA veteran Derrick Rose has officially announced his retirement.

On Wednesday, Rose posted on Instagram a cryptic video of what many believed to be a hint at him retiring. For those who guessed that, you all are correct.

In the early hours of Thursday, the 35-year-old announced on Instagram that he is retiring after 16 years in the league.

He wrote almost a love letter to the game of basketball, what it meant to him, and what it has done for his life.

While Rose is seen as one of the NBA’s biggest what-ifs due to his ACL injury in his prime years with the Chicago Bulls, he still had an undoubtedly incredible career. He was the youngest MVP winner at 22, a two-time FIBA Gold Medalist, Rookie of the Year, three-time All-Star, and All-NBA First Team.

Memphis has granted Rose’s request to be released from his contract, which officially means he will not play for them in the upcoming season. He has most definitely retired.

Chicago Bulls

Lonzo Ball Agrees To Two-Year Deal With Bulls

Published

4 weeks ago

February 5, 2025

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Lonzo Ball Agrees To Two-Year Deal With Bulls

According to multiple reports, the Chicago Bulls, despite teams submitting offers, have extended Lonzo Ball to a new contract. This contract will take him through the 2026-27 season.

Chicago signed the 27-year-old to a two-year, $20 million deal. The second year is a team option. Heading into this season, Ball opted into his $21 million player option and was set to become a free agent. Obviously, that is no longer the case.

After missing the entire 2022-23 and 23-24 season, Ball has returned stronger and healthier than before. He averages 7.2 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 3.5 assists in 30 games.

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Zach LaVine Prefers To Stay With Bulls

Published

1 month ago

January 24, 2025

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According to Marc Stein, Zach LaVine is letting his feelings be known that he wants to remain with the Chicago Bulls past the NBA trade deadline.

Despite both sides wanting to find a trade for the 29-year-old last season, both sides have changed their mindset considerably where the relationship can be saved and continue.

LaVine has two years left on his contract, with him making $95 million over that time period.

Chicago has had LaVine on their team since 2017-18.

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Lonzo Ball (Wrist) Returning This Wednesday

Published

3 months ago

November 26, 2024

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Lonzo Ball (Wrist) Returning This Wednesday

According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the Chicago Bulls are expected to see the return of Lonzo Ball for Wednesday’s game against the Orlando Magic.

Since October 28th, Ball has been dealing with a wrist sprain. An injury he suffered shortly after making his awaited two-year return to court due to his knee injury.

The 27-year-old has only appeared in three games of the possible eighteen. He’s missing Chicago’s NBA Cup game against the Washington Wizards and will join them in the second half of their back-to-back.

Since returning to the court, Ball has averaged 4.7 points and 3.7 assists in 15.7 minutes.