Week In Review: 6/23/14-6/29/14
2014/06/review-62314-62914.htmlThe Bulls traded their No. … The Mavericks plan to make a push to sign Pau Gasol.
2014 Free Agent Power Rankings
2014/06/2014-agent-power-rankings.htmlStill, the Bulls would have a hard time finding max money for him, the Mavs would be wary of giving it to him even if they could, and Lakers co-owner Jeanie Buss reportedly doesn't want to poach 'Melo from Jackson, her fiance. … Teammates scoff at the idea he'd sign elsewhere.
Offseason Outlook: Los Angeles Lakers
2014/06/offseason-outlook-angeles.htmlGasol has gone back and forth about his unrestricted free agency this summer, and his latest comments put the Lakers in the mix for him along with the Grizzlies, Bulls and Spurs. … That accounts for all 10 players in the latest Hoops Rumors Free Agent Power Rankings, casting serious doubt over whether the Lakers will use their ample cap flexibility to pull off a marquee signing this summer.
Free Agent Stock Watch: Dwyane Wade
2014/04/stock-watch-dwyane.htmlThe last time Wade was on the open market, his hometown Bulls made a serious play for his services. … All three players have early termination options this offseason and player options for 2015/16, a structure they formed by design when they joined forces in hopes of forming a dynasty before the 2010/11 season.
Amico’s Latest: Allen, Battier, Rivers, Kerr
2014/04/amicos-latest-battier.htmlLeague insiders nonetheless believe that if the Heat's trio of stars return, there's a strong chance the team will try to re-sign Allen, too, so it seems his future is contingent on what LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh decide to do.
Eastern Rumors: Heat, LeBron, Jackson, Hinrich
2014/04/eastern-jackson-hinrich.htmlKirk Hinrich says he enjoys playing in Chicago and would like to re-sign with the Bulls this summer, as K.C. … With LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh less than three months away from the June 30th deadline for them…
Eastern Notes: Hopson, Augustin, Heat
2014/04/eastern-hopson-augustin.htmlSince being picked up by the Bulls after Toronto waived him in December, D.J. … The Cavs used the room exception to sign Scotty Hopson on Monday, but because the maximum 4.5% raise permitted via the exception is tied to what he actually makes, rather than the exception’s full value, Hopson isn’t a particularly intriguing trade chip.
2014 Free Agent Power Rankings
2014/04/free-agent-power-rankings.htmlCarmelo Anthony — The Bulls and Rockets appear to be 'Melo's top alternatives to re-signing with the Knicks, though it appears New York's decision to hire Phil Jackson as team president has given the star forward a boost of enthusiasm about sticking around. … Gordon Hayward and Dwyane Wade jumped up two spaces apiece, while Lance Stephenson was the most significant tumbler, falling from seventh to 10th.
Knicks Notes: Jackson, James, Dolan
2014/03/knicks-jackson-dolan.htmlSam Smith of of Bulls.com thinks that James will end up in New York alongside 'Melo. … The need for LeBron to find a new running mate is due to Dwyane Wade's declining health, and the likelihood that Chris Bosh will sign elsewhere after the season, opines Smith.
Eastern Notes: Butler, 76ers, Melo, Brand
2014/01/eastern-butler-brand.htmlThe Bulls chased both Elton Brand and Marcus Camby hard in free agency last summer, hoping one would sign as a fifth big man, writes K.C. … The 76ers announced that they have assigned guard Elliot Williams to the Delaware 87ers of the NBA Development League.
How They Were Signed: Bird Exception
2013/12/signed-bird-exception.htmlChicago Bulls… Continuing the discussion of how players have signed around the league, we now look at the very popular exception – the Bird exception.
Carmelo’s Future Is Predictable
2013/12/carmelos-future-predictable.htmlSam Smith of Bulls.com thinks Knicks fans shouldn't worry about these options. … Being traded to the Knicks allowed Anthony to sign a more favorable extension than he would have received in free agency.
Heat Seeking Trade, Shopping Joel Anthony
2013/12/seeking-shopping-anthony.htmlHe missed Tuesday's game against the Pistons, which wasn't part of a back-to-back, with knee soreness, and last night's game against the Bulls because of an illness. … Dwyane Wade's absences from the Heat lineup have grown frequent, and the team is pursuing trades that would either bolster the backcourt or allow Miami to clear a roster spot so it can sign a free agent replacement, according to Brian Windhorst of ESPN.com.
Players With Trade Kickers
2013/12/players-trade-kickers.html*Nazr Mohammed, Bulls (15%)… Derrick Rose, Bulls (15%)
Odds & Ends: Kobe, Bulls, Heat, Wizards
2013/11/bulls-heat-wizards.htmlThe Bulls seem likely to get a disabled player exception after Derrick Rose's injury, but that doesn't mean they'll use it, as Salary Cap FAQ author Larry Coon explains (Twitter links). … Most Hoops Rumors readers agree, believing the Lakers will sign another max free agent in either 2014 or 2015.
Eastern Notes: George, Wade, Shumpert, LBJ
2013/11/eastern-george-shumpert.htmlAmin Elhassan of ESPN.com (Insider link) identifies six potential trade targets for the Bulls as they look to fill their hole at point guard. … Because he signed a max deal, George would be eligible for up to 30% (rather than 25%) of the salary cap if he earns All-NBA honors this season, thanks to the Derrick Rose rule.
Odds & Ends: Heat, Jazz, Bulls, NBPA, Collins
2013/09/odds-ends-heat-jazz-bulls-nbpa-collins.htmlIn talking to reporters, including Joe Cowley of the Chicago Sun-Times, about why he decided to sign with the Bulls, Mike Dunleavy Jr. … After previously having tackled ten of the best contracts of the offseason, Mark Deeks of HoopsWorld shifts his focus and identifies ten of the worst contracts, including the Bobcats' signing of Al Jefferson, and the Pistons' deal with Josh Smith.
How Playoff Teams Are Built
2012/05/how-playoff-teams-are-built.htmlTo see the full list for every playoff team, click to continue: Bulls Luol Deng — Draft Rights Trade Derrick Rose — Draft Joakim Noah — Draft Carlos Boozer — Sign and Trade Richard Hamilton — Free Agent Ronnie Brewer — Free Agent C.J. … Sign-and-trades brought in 10 players, including the top two minutes-per-game players for the Heat, LeBron James and Chris Bosh.
Free Agent Stock Watch: Raymond Felton
2012/06/free-agent-stock-watch-raymond-felton.htmlThe Nets, Mavericks, Lakers, Heat, Knicks, Suns, Blazers, and Hornets are a few clubs expected to have a point guard at or near the top of their wishlists, while teams like the Hawks, Warriors, Bulls, and Bobcats could also be seeking a veteran at the position. … Though Felton expressed a desire in April to re-sign in Portland, I can't see him returning to the Blazers.
Heat Notes: Lewis, Sign-And-Trades, Milicic
2012/07/heat-notes-lewis-sign-and-trades-milicic.htmlLook for Darko Milicic to end up in Miami now that Nazr Mohammed appears set to sign with the Bulls. … Joel Anthony and a first-round pick from the Sixers could be dangled as attractive pieces in a potential sign-and-trade if the Heat aren't satisfied with their current roster.
Odds & Ends: Knicks, Higgins, Bogut, Carlisle
2012/09/odds-ends-carlisle-magic-wade-knicks.htmlDwyane Wade believes the Bulls need Derrick Rose at full strength if they want to contend in the Eastern…… Sam Amico of FoxSportsOhio.com covers the remaining free agents that have yet to be signed.
Odds & Ends: Mayo, Lakers, Howard, Hornets
2012/12/odds-ends-mayo-lakers-howard-hornets-bulls.htmlBulls rookie Marquis Teague is starting to find his groove as he plays with the starting five, writes K.C. … If the Lakers re-sign Dwight Howard and keep most of the existing roster together, they'll be looking at a $103MM…
Teams Projected To Be Taxpayers In 2013/14
2013/03/teams-projected-to-be-taxpayers-in-201314.htmlAny club that spends more than the taxpayer mid-level exception, uses its bi-annual exception, or acquires a player via sign-and-trade next season won't be permitted to increase its team salary more than $4MM above the tax threshold -- those clubs will face a hard cap similar to the one the Bulls have been up against this year. … Miami Heat: The Heat will rack up a significant tax bill in '13/14, but ownership should be happy to pay that price for what could be the team's last run together.
Offseason Outlook: Chicago Bulls
2013/05/offseason-outlook-chicago-bulls.html20 pick ($1,174,200) (Nikola Mirotic - $1,038,900)3 Daequan Cook ($884,293) Nazr Mohammed ($884,293) Vladimir Radmanovic ($884,293) Nate Robinson ($884,293) (Brian Scalabrine - $884,293)4 Draft Picks 1st Round (20th overall) 2nd Round (49th overall) Cap Outlook Guaranteed Salary: $73,044,288 Options: $0 Non-Guaranteed Salary: $4,884,293 Cap Holds: $8,982,965 Total: $86,911,546 Considering Derrick Rose never played a single game, the season went about as well as could be expected for the Bulls. … Injuries held Hamilton back from becoming the reliable starting two-guard the team signed him to be, but even when he was healthy and the Bulls were in need of help in the postseason, Thibodeau rarely called on him.
Implications Of Projected ’13/14 Cap, Tax Figures
2013/06/implications-of-a-possible-585mm-salary-cap.htmlThe Nets, Bulls, Lakers, Heat, and Knicks are among the clubs that figure to be affected by the new tax rates. … That wouldn't be a huge leap either, but it'd be more significant than the projected cap increase, considering this past season's tax line was about $70.31MM.