Mike McGraw
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McGraw: Beverley helped unlock Bulls' offensive potential
Patrick Beverley is better known for defense, but in eight games since joining the Bulls, he's helped create an efficient offense. The Bulls have shot 52.2% as a team since Beverley joineed the team. → Read More
Grit and grind mentality doing Big Ten no favors
Looking at the list of the Big Ten Tournament's Most Outstanding Players tells a story about why the league hasn't won a national title in so long. Just two players in 24 years have gone from starring in the Big Ten tourney to becoming NBA all-stars. → Read More
Illini's third loss to Penn State a real kick in the rear
Illinois matched up well on paper against a much smaller Penn State squad. But the Illini were outplayed by the Nittany Lions for the third time this season and made an early exit from the Big Ten Tournament → Read More
Rutgers survives grind against Michigan in Big Ten opener
Thursday's Big Ten Tournament opener featured an extreme dry spell as Michigan hit just 1 of its first 17 shots in the second half and lost to Rutgers 62-50. The Wolverines led by 3 at halftime. → Read More
Another surgery for Lonzo Ball? Bulls guard might need a third procedure, report says
According to an ESPN report, Bulls guard Lonzo Ball could be headed for a third arthroscopic surgery on his ailing left knee. Ball hasn't played in a game since Jan. 14, 2022. → Read More
Vucevic: No doubt, Nuggets' Jokic deserves third-straight MVP
The Bulls are in Denver to face the Western Conference-leading Nuggets on Wednesday. Before leaving town, Bulls center Nikola Vucevic put in a plug for his good friend Nikola Jokic to win his third-straight MVP award. → Read More
McGraw: Maybe Big Ten is underrated this year? Tournament starts Wednesday
The league is currently rated the second-best conference behind the Big 12 by Sagarin and NET ratings. → Read More
Bulls' LaVine has scored 110 points over the past 3 games
Zach LaVine scored 42 points in Sunday's loss to Indiana, which marked the first time he's goen over 40 points twice in a three-game stretch since joining the Bulls in 2017. → Read More
Former White Sox, Cougars broadcaster Wills dies at 58
Oak Lawn native and longtime Tampa Bay Rays radio announcer Dave Wills died early Sunday morning at age 58. A former Elmhurst College baseball player, Wills was a broadcaster for the White Sox and Kane Coutny Cougars before moving to Tampa in 2005. → Read More
Schaumburg native Mueller believes Fire can exceed expectations
The Chicago Fire open the MLS season Saturday at Soldier Field against New York City FC. Schaumburg native Chris Mueller is hoping to be one of the team's offensive weapons and shared some of his athletic knowledge by writing a book. → Read More
Shorter Bulls lose battle of offensive boards in loss to Toronto
The Bulls had too many turnovers, gave up too many offensive rebounds and lost the lead in the final six minutes, losing 104-98 at Toronto on Tuesday. The loss dropped the Bulls further out of the play-in race with 20 games remaining. → Read More
Bulls release veteran guard Dragic
The Bulls released veteran guard Goran Dragic on Tuesday before facing the Toronto Raptors. Dragic got off to a good start this season, but his playing time dwindled and there wasn't as much of a role for him with the arrivial of Patrick Beverley. → Read More
On advice from Rose, Beverley focused on embracing his return to Chicago
Patrick Beverley has been back in town for less than a week. But he's had a significant impact on the Bulls, who have won two straight games with him in the lineup. The return to his hometown has been an experience for Beverley, as well. → Read More
Contract extensions this spring would be out of character for Cubs
If the Cubs couldn't work out extensions for Willson Contreras, Kris Bryant, Anthony Rizzo or Javy Baez, there's no reason to expect something to happen this spring with Ian Happ and Nico Hoerner this spring. During the Theo Epstein-Jed Hoyer era, new contracts have been a low priority. → Read More
Beverley, Bulls hope to keep good times rolling
Patrick Beverley was back playing in his home town Friday, 17 years after his high school career at Marshall came to an end. After the Bulls' blowout win over Brooklyn, they'll face two teams directly ahead of them in the standings. → Read More
Bulls dominate Nets as Beverley paves way for Donovan double-switch
The Bulls debut of Patrick Beverley went better than anyone expected, with the Bulls rolling to a 131-87 win over the Brooklyn Nets at the United Center. Zach LaVine took Beverley's advice to shoot the ball, scoring 32 points as the Bulls snapped a six-game losing streak. → Read More
Bulls officially add former Pacers forward Taylor on two-way deal
The Bulls made their change in two-way players official Wednesday morning by signing former Pacers forward Terry Taylor. He'll replace guard Malcolm Hill, who was released a day earlier. → Read More
Bulls guard Lonzo Ball out for season, but there's hope for next year
The Bulls officially announced point guard Lonzo Ball will not play this season due to a left knee. The news was expected, since Ball's rehab is still moving slowly. He hasn't played in a game since Jan. 14, 2022. → Read More
Jokic snubbed in all-star draft, but favored to win third straight MVP
There are plenty of solid candidates for NBA MVP. Will Denver's Nikola Jokic make it three in a row? Mike McGraw handicaps the MVP race and ther other major awards at the all-star break. → Read More
Westbrook passes on offer to join slumping Bulls
According to ESPN, veteran guard Russell Westbrook has decided to join the Los Angeles Clippers and pass on an offer from the Bulls. Westbrook was traded from the Lakers to Utah on Feb. 9. He's expeced to agree to a buyout with the Jazz and hit the open market. → Read More