The Lakers have maintained a strong momentum this season, despite James' advancing age, with the team firmly in the top five in the West. Especially after trading Russell for D'Angelo Russell, the team's lineup looks more balanced. Now, their biggest weakness lies in the frontcourt, especially after last season's playoff shortcomings, they are more eager to strengthen their frontcourt. According to Evan Sidery, the Lakers have also started to make moves, with one of the big fish being Bulls starting center Nikola Vucevic. The Bulls, due to their unsatisfactory current record and lack of young talent, have begun dismantling the team and are about to enter a rebuilding phase. Taking advantage of this opportunity, the Lakers can make a significant reinforcement. Vucevic, now 34 years old, has once again played at the second peak of his career this season, with an average of 20.5 points and 10.2 rebounds, a significant improvement over last season. In terms of advanced statistics, on/off values, PER, and offensive efficiency per 100 possessions have reached new highs in five years, making him a pillar of the Bulls this season. More notably, Vucevic's offensive performance this season is impressive, with a shooting percentage of 55.3% and a three-point shooting percentage as high as 42.4%. Such offensive efficiency and panel data can be compared to super-tier offensive centers like Towns and Jokic. According to Sidery, the Lakers are willing to offer Kristaps Porzingis, Kendrick Nunn, and a future first-round pick to acquire Vucevic. Compared to what the Bulls gave up to get Vucevic, this is considered a…

On January 5th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued with several games concluded. Five top draft picks had breakout performances, showcasing why they were selected as number ones. However, today's best player was not among these top picks but a second-round selection. Firstly, Andrew Wiggins, the number one pick in 2014, had a big third quarter explosion with three-pointers going 3 for 3 and scoring 18 points to help the Warriors maintain their lead without Curry. Wiggins finished with 24 points, 3 rebounds, 3 assists, and 4 steals, contributing to the Warriors' 121-113 victory over the Grizzlies, moving them up to 8th in the Western Conference. Next, Karl-Anthony Towns, the number one pick in 2015, faced the Bulls on a back-to-back game for the Knicks. Coincidentally, the Bulls announced the retirement of Derrick Rose's number 1 jersey. In this significant moment, Towns scored 44 points, 16 rebounds, and 5 assists, including 25 points in the fourth quarter alone. Unfortunately, the Bulls' players shone on this important day, with Zach LaVine and Coby White each scoring 33 points, Nikola Vucevic adding 22 points and 12 rebounds, and Ayo Dosunmu contributing 15 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists, leading the Bulls to a 139-126 win over the Knicks, leaving Towns' performance as a loss. Following that, the direct confrontation between 2020's number one pick Anthony Edwards and 2021's number one pick Cade Cunningham took place. Both top picks engaged in a scoring duel, with Edwards shooting 16 for 31, making 10 of 15 three-pointers, and converting 11 of 12 free throws…

Congratulations to Rose! Bulls No. 1 jersey will be retired, becoming the 5th person in team history to receive this honor, shoulder to shoulder with Jordan and Pippen!‌ On January 5th, Beijing time, the Bulls officially announced that they will retire Derrick Rose's No. 1 jersey during the 25-26 season, with the specific date to be formally announced later. The Bulls stated, "Our No. 1 is forever from Chicago." Team President and CEO Michael Reinsdorf shared this news with Rose face-to-face in Chicago on Saturday morning, local time. Below is the official statement made by Michael Reinsdorf on behalf of the Bulls: "Derrick is not only a hometown hero but also a symbol of the entire Bulls basketball era," Jerry Reinsdorf said. "Retiring a jersey is recognition of a player's influence beyond their achievements on the court. It honors those who have made outstanding contributions to the team and established a deep and lasting connection with the fans. It acknowledges the emotional bond and significant impact players have on the team and its image. We are proud to add Derrick to the elite group of players - Jerry Sloan, Bob Love, Michael Jordan, and Scottie Pippen - whose jerseys have been officially retired by the Chicago Bulls." "Derrick's talent is extraordinary, but what impresses me most is how he maintains humility and expresses himself through basketball games." Michael Reinsdorf said. "Watching Derrick play as a player is exciting, but getting to know Derrick privately is an honor. His achievements both on and off the court make him truly unique. His…

On January 5th, Beijing time, the Chicago Bulls officially announced that they will retire Derrick Rose's No. 1 jersey next season. The statement reads: "The Bulls will retire Derrick Rose's jersey in the 2025-26 season. No other Bulls player will wear the No. 1 jersey. No. 1 forever belongs to Chicago." Bulls President Michael Reinsdorf personally informed Rose of this matter. Upon hearing the news, Rose was very emotional and moved to tears, then his face was filled with smiles; Michael also said that in the future, only PJ (Rose's son) could wear the No. 1 jersey for the Bulls. With tears in his eyes, Rose indicated that it was okay; Rose hugged and thanked Michael, then shouted out the window. Yesterday, Rose expressed on the show that he hoped the Bulls would retire his No. 1 jersey, jokingly saying that considering the current level of statue production, please don't erect a statue for me. Today, Rose's wish has come true. His No. 1 jersey will be retired next season. Rose joins Jerry Sloan (No. 4), Bob Love (No. 10), Jordan (No. 23), and Pippen (No. 33) as the fifth Bulls player to have his jersey retired; additionally, Bill Russell's jersey was also retired by the Bulls (No. 6, retired throughout the league). James, Paul, Noah, Korver, and others recorded videos to pay tribute to Rose. During this time, James said: "Derrick Rose will always be remembered in basketball games. Congratulations, brother, the best is yet to come." Today is Rose Night. Both the Bulls and Knicks teams wore special…

On January 5th, Beijing time, the Chicago Bulls officially announced that they will retire Derrick Rose's No. 1 jersey during the 2025-2026 season. The Bulls' official statement reads: "Our No. 1 is forever from Chicago." This announcement was made personally by team president Michael Reinsdorf, who expressed this decision of honor during his meeting with Rose in Chicago. Reinsdorf also mentioned: "Derrick is not only a hometown hero but also an important symbol in the history of Bulls basketball. His talent is unparalleled, and what moves us most is his humility and personal charm off the court." Rose, a native of Chicago, was selected as the first overall pick by the Bulls in 2008, starting his career. Between 2009 and 2015, Rose played for the Bulls, becoming one of the most representative players in the team's history. In the 2010-2011 season, he became the youngest regular-season MVP in NBA history, leading the Bulls to the best record in the league with 62 wins and 20 losses, and guiding the team into the Eastern Conference Finals. Now, Rose's No. 1 jersey will hang alongside those of Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen, and others in the Bulls' arena, becoming a symbol of the team's history. As the youngest regular-season MVP in NBA history, Rose's basketball skills are top-notch, whether it's his breakthroughs on the offensive end or his vision and passing in organizing the game. In the 2010-2011 season, he averaged 25 points and 7.7 assists, leading the Bulls to their best record of 62 wins and 20 losses. That year, Rose's performance…

Translation of the article content into English: In the summer of the 96 season, after leading the Bulls to victory, Jordan's contract with the Bulls also came to an end, making him a free agent. At that time, Jordan's team wanted to secure a top-tier contract for him, reportedly seeking an annual salary of $40 million, which was quite challenging for the Bulls. Therefore, Jordan's team prepared to put him on the trading market to see what kind of frenzy various teams would go through to acquire him. Obtaining Jordan could almost guarantee significant financial returns. The most competitive teams were his mother team, the Bulls, and the Knicks. The Knicks offered a blank check to Jordan, allowing him to add his own terms, and the team owner stated that there would be no negotiation. This shocked even the high-level management of the Bulls and the mayor of Chicago. Jordan also announced that he would choose between the Bulls and the Knicks. It was precisely because of the Knicks' pursuit that the Bulls were forced to agree to a top-tier salary of 63.28millionovertwoyears,withthefirstyear′ssalaryreaching63.28 million over two years, with the first year's salary reaching 63.28millionovertwoyears,withthefirstyear′ssalaryreaching30.14 million and the second year at 33.14million.Atthattime,theBulls′entireteam′ssalarycapwasonly33.14 million. At that time, the Bulls' entire team's salary cap was only 33.14million.Atthattime,theBulls′entireteam′ssalarycapwasonly24.36 million, demonstrating the immeasurable value of Jordan. Ultimately, I believe Jordan wouldn't be foolish; he definitely stayed with his mother team, the Bulls, considering the right timing, location, and people. The NBA is business, and Jordan could bring benefits to everyone in the league. Therefore, regarding…

In recent times, the Bulls' record has been on a downward spiral, with a current tally of 13 wins and 18 losses, placing them tenth in the Eastern Conference. While their record suggests they still have a chance at the play-in tournament, the Bulls' management has run out of patience and is eager to rebuild immediately. The problem lies in the fact that they are unable to sell their core players. Despite Zach LaVine's efforts to put up impressive stats in recent games, it has not swayed external opinions. Teams are only willing to take on LaVine if the Bulls attach a first-round pick. Similarly, there are significant issues with the offers for Nikola Vucevic. According to previous reports by American media outlet ClutchPoints, the Bulls were asking for a first-round pick for Vucevic, with interested teams including the Lakers and Warriors. The Bulls' strategy was to set a high price to encourage bidding and see which team would offer the most. However, neither the Lakers nor the Warriors made an offer for Vucevic, meaning they were not even willing to part with a first-round pick for him. This left the Bulls feeling defeated, and they have since decided to lower their asking price for Vucevic. As reported by Joe Cowley, the Bulls' beat reporter for the Chicago Sun-Times, the Bulls have reduced their asking price for Vucevic, and he can now be acquired for one to two second-round picks. A source from within the Bulls revealed that no team is willing to give up a first-round pick for Vucevic.…

On the NBA court filled with passion and excitement, each game is a story of ups and downs, like a touching poem that writes about the glory and regret of the players, witnessing the rise and fall of the team. Among these, the match between the Chicago Bulls and the Atlanta Hawks is undoubtedly an especially thrilling chapter. The Bulls were then mired in rumors of "supermarket opening," with the turbulent atmosphere like a gloom hovering over the entire team. The players were in a precarious situation, as if they had lost their direction on the stormy seas, confused and uneasy. In contrast, the Hawks, led by league assist leader Trae Young, were gradually gaining momentum, like a black horse galloping on the grasslands, carrying an unstoppable momentum, constantly writing their own brilliance in the journey of the season. The game started like lighting a powder keg, with fierce battles and two crazy exchanges of fire. The scene was like waves in a storm, one wave after another. The Bulls relied on the heroic performance of Carter, White, and LaVine's trident, playing a magnificent offensive symphony in the first three quarters, with smooth attacks like mercury pouring out, once establishing a huge lead of 21 points. Carter came off the bench to score 19 points, which was his passionate poem on the court, second only to the legendary Stephenson in team history, as if declaring his extraordinaryness to the world; Pau Gasol, LaVine, and Kobe White joined forces in the second quarter to repel the Hawks' attack, like warriors fighting…

On December 27th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued with the Hawks hosting the Bulls. In this game, the Bulls came out strong and took control of the game with a hot streak, scoring both inside and outside to build a 21-point lead at one point, still leading by 17 points after three quarters. However, in the final quarter, the Hawks launched an impressive 20-0 run to completely turn the tide, leaving the Bulls stunned. Ultimately, the Hawks achieved a stunning comeback, defeating the Bulls 141-133. This game was quite insane, with both teams having weak defenses and relying on their offensive prowess. The Bulls started with a hotter hand, consistently hitting from beyond the arc to take the initiative on the court. In the second half, both teams maintained their offensive momentum, with LaVine scoring 22 points in a single quarter, including six three-pointers, helping his team extend the lead. However, in the fourth quarter, the Hawks suddenly erupted, scoring 50 points in a single quarter with a 50-25 run, completing a 21-point comeback and sending the crowd into a frenzy. Throughout the entire fourth quarter, the Hawks scored an incredible 50 points, with both inside and outside shooting, and constantly going to the free-throw line. The Bulls also managed to score 25 points in the quarter, but they were unable to match the Hawks' intensity, ultimately suffering a 21-point reversal and losing a victory that was within their grasp. The Hawks played incredibly in this game, and it was unexpected that they could pull off such a…

The Houston Rockets chose Amen over Osar because the former is theoretically capable of playing as a point guard. Stone prefers tall point guards and missed out on Cunningham, so he wants to make up for it. Udoka initially wanted to groom Amen into the next Ben Simmons. Udoka once said in an interview: "Amen Thompson is a 2.01-meter guard, a true point guard. You can see his physique and quality; he can pass with that body type and has such defensive intensity. He possesses all the traits we can imagine." However, Udoka found that Amen's ball-handling skills were lacking, and his shooting was poor, so he decided to play him as a forward. In the last game, with Dillon absent, Amen started and played 38 minutes, scoring 19 points, grabbing 11 rebounds, dishing out 3 assists, making 1 steal, and blocking 3 shots, shooting 8 for 16. Amen played full defense, passed to his teammates, and even tried to showcase his shooting. In this game, Amen attempted six three-pointers and made two, which is a season-high in attempts. Some Rockets fans suggest that Amen should start in place of Jalen Green or Dillon, but he actually hopes to replace Van Jordan. In an interview with Houston journalist Feigen, Amen revealed: "I like starting and doing my best. I've learned to always be ready to play. I like the position of point guard. Of course, Amen also emphasized that he would follow the coach's arrangements, having adapted to the role of a substitute and being able to play any position."…