NEWSLETTER
I made a funny.
*types in password*
“The password you entered is incorrect.”
*types password again*
“The password you entered is incorrect.”
*clicks forgot password and changes to password that was just attempted*
“Your new password cannot be the same as your current password.” pic.twitter.com/c59U42RPmf
— Bleacher Nation Bulls (@BN_Bulls) April 28, 2020
Seriously though, why do we have so many problems with this? I’m pretty sure I’ve had to change every single password I’ve ever created at least twice … and I only use like the same three passwords!? I think it’s just the computer’s way of messing with us. We know they’re waiting for the right time to take over the world, but for the time being, they settle for mild inconveniences.
• Marc Eversley may not be the most recognizable name in the NBA, but we have plenty of reasons to be excited about his new position as the Bulls No. 2 behind Arturas Karnisovas. The Athletic’s Darnell Mayberry wrote about the many qualities that make Eversley such an intriguing hire, and I’m now fully on board with this front office combination. Both Karnisovas and Eversley use extensive evaluation to influence decision-making, which is basically the exact opposite of what we saw during the GarPax era. Not to mention, both have facilitated their fair share of big-time moves (be it via free agency or in the trade market). If one thing is certain moving forward, every decision this organization makes will be analyzed for its short- and long-term consequences. In other words, the days of rash decisions are over (*ahem* signing Dwyane Wade to a two-year $47 million deal).
• Also, Eversley is far more connected than many think. His 10 years at Nike prepared him extremely well for a front office executive role, and while with the Raptors, Wizards, and 76ers, he’s only been able to establish more important relationships. Mayberry says this was certainly an area of Eversley background that attracted Karnisovas.
• WHY BLEACHER REPORT!? WHY MUST YOU REMIND ME!?
On this day in 2012, Derrick Rose tore his ACL with 1:22 left in Game 1 of the first round.
The youngest MVP ever was 23 at the time.
Eight years later, D-Rose is averaging 18.1 PPG—the most since his injury. pic.twitter.com/VUJsZYPRI4
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) April 28, 2020
• We can always trust Zach LaVine to tell it like it is:
Zach LaVine Agrees: The Bulls “Needed” This Front Office Shake-uphttps://t.co/qnAv2LriNJ
— Bleacher Nation Bulls (@BN_Bulls) April 28, 2020
• I can’t help myself … my Zach LaVine fandom continues to grow. In his interview with HoopsHype’s Alex Kennedy, he had some baller quotes. As he’s done plenty of times before, LaVine bluntly identifies the Bulls shortcomings while discussing his own desire and plans to become a winning player. And whether you believe it or not (I do), LaVine doesn’t need to be the one with the ball in his hands at all times to be successful. He seems to realize exactly that; he’s just determined to win games. I mean, here’s what he said after Kennedy told him he’s the highest-scoring Bulls players since Michael Jordan (averaging 25.5 points): “I appreciate you telling me that stat! That’s something that I didn’t even realize until you just told me! It’s cool, but you won’t be recognized as great or get put where you want to be put for individual things – you need to have that team success. That’s what I’m looking forward to. I’m looking forward to helping the Bulls get back to where we’re supposed to be.”
• LOL: B.J. Armstrong is so uncomfortable answering this question:
B.J. Armstrong reflects on the Pistons not shaking hands with Bulls players after the 1991 Eastern Conference Finals. pic.twitter.com/33gZPY0nuy
— USA TODAY Sports (@usatodaysports) April 27, 2020
• Here’s the truth: The Pistons not shaking hands after the Bulls finally beat them in the playoffs was a cowardly move then and is a cowardly move now. I will not be convinced otherwise.
• DERRICK ROSE BUZZER BEATER TONIGHT!
Tonight’s #NBATogetherLive classic game will feature @drose’s @chicagobulls winner in Game 3 of the 2015 Eastern Conference Semis!
We’re streaming it live & watching together here on @NBA at 8:00pm/et! pic.twitter.com/fTyGnTpBoj
— NBA (@NBA) April 28, 2020
• Rodman. Alway Rodman.
https://twitter.com/BleacherReport/status/1254904479024943106?s=20
• *puts on repeat until Sunday*
https://twitter.com/erinnicoleh_/status/1254585926023512066?s=20
• Honestly, I wouldn’t mind it.
ESPN transforms The Uno to The Ocho!
11-hour slate of seldom seen sports begins May 2 – featuring a live world record deadlift attempt by @ThorBjornsson_
Saturday | Noon ET | ESPN & ESPN App
More: https://t.co/DJImQ8sU7U pic.twitter.com/VqempTx7X3
— ESPN PR (@ESPNPR) April 28, 2020
