Bulls move on after first-round elimination

By The Associated Press

DEERFIELD, Ill. | Joakim Noah figured the Bulls would be preparing for at least one more game. Instead, they're picking up the pieces.

Bulls hoping to bring Philadelphia series back to Chicago

By Al Hamnik al.hamnik@nwi.com, (219) 933-4154

CHICAGO | Late in the third quarter Tuesday night, Bulls forward Taj Gibson went down hard with a right ankle sprain and a quick camera shot of fans and teammates said it all.

Heart and effort lead Bulls to emotional Game 5 win

By Al Hamnik al.hamnik@nwi.com, (219) 933-4154

CHICAGO | Coaches Tom Thibodeau and Doug Collins stood outside their locker rooms Tuesday night, about 100 feet apart, discussing Game 5 of the playoffs and what their teams must do.

Bulls timing it right with Rose

By John Doherty Times Sports Correspondent

Last week, Knicks rookie guard Iman Shumpert had the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee reconstructed. That's the same ligament, in the same knee, torn on the same day as Bulls guard Derrick Rose.

Bulls C Noah sits out for Game 4 with sprained ankle

By The Associated Press

PHILADELPHIA | Bulls center Joakim Noah sat out for Game 4 of the playoffs against the Philadelphia 76ers because of a sprained left ankle.

Sixers top Bulls for 2-game series lead

By Dan Gelston AP Sports Writer

PHILADELPHIA | His coach called Jrue Holiday's slump "0 for the world."

76ers top Bulls 89-82 for 3-1 series lead

BY DAN GELSTON AP Sports Writer

PHILADELPHIA | The Bulls have failed at winning one game without Derrick Rose and Joakim Noah.

No love for Bulls in Philadelphia

By Dan Gelston AP Sports Writer

PHILADELPHIA | With one misstep, Joakim Noah crashed down on his side and clutched his sprained left ankle. Already reeling without Derrick Rose, the top-seeded Bulls now hold their breath waiting on Noah's fate for the rest of the first-roun…

Bulls look to regroup in Philadelphia

By Courtney Linehan courtney.linehan@nwi.com, (219) 933-4154

Twenty-seven times this regular season, the Bulls took the court without Derrick Rose.

Second-half rally by Sixers stymies Bulls, tied series 1-1

By Al Hamnik al.hamnik@nwi.com, (219) 933-4154

CHICAGO | Derrick Rose hobbled across the court to present the game ball, flanked by Bulls' bodyguards, and joined his teammates for the pregame Tuesday night.

AL HAMNIK: Neither Rose nor Thibodeau to blame for latest heartbreak

By Al Hamnik Times Columnist

Stephen A. Smith, self-proclaimed ESPN blowhard, aimed for the throat Sunday when he delivered his latest on-air karate chop at Bulls fans.

Rose a crucial loss on real balance sheet

By John Doherty Times Sports Correspondent

Let's get this out of the way right away. Those of you blaming Bulls head coach Tom Thibodeau for Derrick Rose's injury, just stop. There was still more than 1:20 to play, and with the NBA's 24-second shot clock, a 76ers comeback from 12 down…

Rose to miss rest of season with torn ACL

By Al Hamnik al.hamnik@nwi.com, (219) 933-4154

CHICAGO | There was a sick, piercing feeling throughout the United Center sellout of 21,943 when Derrick Rose drove the lane, did a hop-skip-plant and went high to pass.

Collins' friendships must take back seat vs. Bulls

By Al Hamnik al.hamnik@nwi.com, (219) 933-4154

CHICAGO | Loyalty is a big deal on the battlefield or corporate boardroom, but not in professional sports.

Bulls not enamored with their impressive 50-16 season

By Al Hamnik al.hamnik@nwi.com, (219) 933-4154

CHICAGO | Unless Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau is doing one of his war dances along the sideline, it's very difficult to gauge how he's feeling.

Bulls-Cavs game has special meaning for Crown Point airman Kyle Glennon

By Al Hamnik al.hamnik@nwi.com, (219) 933-4154

CHICAGO | It was Kyle Glennon's dream to one day be in uniform and introduced at a Bulls game as a United Center sell-out crowd screamed itself hoarse.

Bulls rout Cavs to earn overall No. 1 seed

By The Associated Press

CHICAGO | Despite playing a major portion of the season without the reigning MVP, the Bulls still escaped the regular season unscathed.

Korver leads Bulls past Pacers

By Cliff Brunt AP Sports Writer

INDIANAPOLIS | Kyle Korver scored 20 points to help the Bulls defeat the Pacers 92-87 on Wednesday night and inch closer to claiming the top overall seed in the NBA playoffs.

Bulls rout Bobcats without Rose, Deng

By Steve Reed AP Sports Writer

CHARLOTTE, N.C. | Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau talked before the game about his team needing to play with an edge.

Rose hits tying 3, Bulls beat Pistons

By Noah Trister AP Sports Writer

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. | Derrick Rose scored 24 points, including a tying 3-pointer in the final seconds of regulation, and the Bulls beat the Detroit Pistons for the 15th straight time, 100-94 in overtime Sunday night.

Bulls beat Heat in OT

By Andrew Seligman AP Sports Writer

CHICAGO | Had he known he was going to play so poorly, Derrick Rose might have sat this one out. Good thing for him, his Chicago teammates picked up the slack.

Anthony has 43, Knicks top Bulls in Rose's return

BY BRIAN MAHONEY AP Basketball Writer

NEW YORK | Carmelo Anthony called it a statement game, and the message should be clear for the Chicago Bulls.

Rockets rally past Bulls

By Andrew Seligman AP Sports Writer

CHICAGO | Goran Dragic scored 21 points, Luis Scola added 18 points and 12 rebounds, and the Houston Rockets rallied to beat the Bulls 99-93 Monday night, giving Chicago back-to-back losses for the first time this season.

Deng, Noah lead Bulls past Pistons

By Andrew Seligman AP Sports Writer

CHICAGO | Luol Deng understands it might not mean much if the Bulls are still banged up once the playoffs roll around. Even so, he has a good feeling as the postseason approaches.

Deng's 3-pointers lead Bulls past Hawks

By Paul Newberry AP Sports Writer

ATLANTA | Home or away, with or without Derrick Rose, the Bulls just keep on winning.

Lawson helps Nuggets beat Bulls

By Rick Gano AP Sports Writer

CHICAGO | Ty Lawson tied a season high with 27 points, Arron Afflalo added 22 and the Denver Nuggets shot 50 percent Monday night to beat the Bulls 108-91.

Deng saves Bulls at buzzer in OT

By Rick Gano AP Sports Writer

CHICAGO | Lucky? Maybe. Luol Deng's timing was awful good, too. He grabbed a shot that had been blocked and put it in the basket just before the buzzer sounded Saturday night, rescuing the Bulls and giving them their NBA-leading 40th victory.

Lucas spurs rally as Bulls beat Raptors

By The Associated Press

TORONTO | John Lucas was disappointed with his performance in the first half. Called off the bench to start the fourth quarter, the Bulls guard made sure he delivered.

Boozer's big night leads Bulls over Magic

By Kyle Hightower Associated Press

ORLANDO, Fla. | If the Bulls are going to make a run at an NBA championship this season, they will need a healthy Derrick Rose to do it.

Trail Blazers topple Bulls

By The Associated Press

LaMarcus Aldridge scored 21 points, and Wesley Matthews added 18 as the revamped Portland Trail Blazers defeated the Bulls 100-89 on Friday in Chicago.

Rose, Boozer, Korver lead Bulls past Jazz

By Andrew Seligman AP Sports Writer

CHICAGO | No matter how many players they're missing, the Bulls keep insisting they never feel short-handed. Nights like this, it's easy to see why.

Bulls, Magic know there's still much room to improve

By Al Hamnik al.hamnik@nwi.com, (219) 933-4154

CHICAGO | Tom Thibodeau could win the lottery and he'd ask for the check to be mailed to him because he's got practice.

AL HAMNIK: Short NBA season can't hold back 'quality' teams

By Al Hamnik Times Columnist

CHICAGO | With the condensed 66-game NBA season, shortened training camp and limited practice time, many believed the caliber of play would be sloppier than a dorm room.

Second-half explosion powers Bulls past Pacers for 7th straight win

By Al Hamnik al.hamnik@nwi.com, (219) 933-4154

CHICAGO | Bulls' coach Tom Thibodeau isn't crazy about his pregame meetings with the media.

Rose scores 35 as Bulls hold off 76ers

By Dan Gelston AP Sports Writer

PHILADELPHIA | Derrick Rose tied a season high with 35 points, and Joakim Noah had 11 points and 18 rebounds to lead the Bulls to their sixth straight win, 96-91 over the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday night.

Bulls trample Cavaliers

By Tom Withers AP Sports Writer

CLEVELAND | Once Derrick Rose decided it was time, it was time.

Rose scores 29 as streaking Bulls stop Spurs 96-89

By Paul J. Weber Associated Press

SAN ANTONIO | Derrick Rose and Tony Parker didn't see much of each other during the All-Star game last weekend, but they got close enough Wednesday night to give the Bulls a scare.

Bulls in good spot at All-Star break

By Andrew Seligman AP Sports Writer

CHICAGO | Derrick Rose's response was quick and emphatic, just like his drives and dunks.

Boozer helps Bulls dominate Bucks

By The Associated Press

Carlos Boozer scored 20 points; Derrick Rose, and Luol Deng each added 16, and the Bulls beat the Milwaukee Bucks 110-91 on Wednesday night.

Rose scores 23, Bulls hang on to beat Hawks

By Andrew Seligman AP Sports Writer

CHICAGO | Between the nasty crossovers and fearless drives, Derrick Rose's back problems appear to be in the past -- a very good thing for the Bulls.

Nets pound Bulls

By Andrew Seligman AP Sports Writer

CHICAGO | Pounded all season, the New Jersey Nets finally got an easy win of their own. And they did it against one of the league's best teams.

Bulls rally late without Rose to bump off Boston

By Al Hamnik al.hamnik@nwi.com, (219) 933-4154

CHICAGO | Derrick Rose claimed to be nearly pain free Thursday night but still took a seat next to Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau.

AL HAMNIK: Bulls may have gotten 'Ripped off' on this deal

By Al Hamnik Times Columnist

Richard Hamilton is the used car your teenager bought that's leaking oil.

Bulls top Bobcats 95-64, move to 5-1 without Rose

By Steve Reed AP Sports Writer

CHARLOTTE, N.C. | Derrick Rose can afford to take a night or two off with the way the Bulls are playing — especially when the opponent is the worst team in the NBA.

Boozer scores 18 in Bulls' win against Hornets

By The Associated Press

NEW ORLEANS | Derrick Rose gutted it out and started against the struggling New Orleans Hornets only two days after leaving the Bulls' previous game with back spasms.

Boozer leads Bulls to easy win over Nets

By The Associated Press

NEWARK, N.J. | Carlos Boozer scored 24 points and the Bulls beat the New Jersey Nets 108-87 Monday night.

Bulls' Rose scores 32 to beat Knicks

By Rachel Cohen AP Sports Writer

NEW YORK | Derrick Rose and Carmelo Anthony are both All-Star starters. Only Rose is the reigning MVP, and he was the one who owned Madison Square Garden on Thursday night.

Rose scores 35 to lead Bulls over Wizards

By The Associated Press

WASHINGTON | Derrick Rose scored a season-high 35 points, Carlos Boozer had 18 and Kyle Korver added 17 to lead the Bulls to a 98-88 win over the Washington Wizards on Monday night.