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Shumpert is a great, very personable kid. He was unfortunate enough to play for a terrible coach, but I was blown away by his improvement from last year to this year. Just ask UNC fans what they think of Iman Jordan. Like I said earlier, there's no doubt in my mind he can be an elite defender in the NBA. He destroyed James Anderson in the Tournament a few years ago.

QUOTE (RockRaines @ May 27, 2011 -> 07:08 PM) I dont know Shumpert very well but Darius Morris is no slouch. Morris has some character concerns. He was not a good influence in the Michigan locker room apparently. I watched a lot of Michigan play last year, and Morris is a very good passer but provided little in terms of scoring (with regards to translating to an NBA offense).

QUOTE (Rowand44 @ May 27, 2011 -> 06:07 PM) That's a bad idea. Yes

QUOTE (chw42 @ May 27, 2011 -> 06:02 PM) What's the chance the Bulls take him, develop him as a PG and let Rose run more like a SG on offense? Because Shumpert obviously has the size to guard 2s. If the Bulls don't trade their picks, I'd be very surprised if he's not one of their two picks. They liked him last year, during this season, and that was before his impressive combine. The Lakers also like him, FWIW.

QUOTE (chw42 @ May 27, 2011 -> 05:59 PM) I just read the scouting report on the guy, he looks like a great fit for that 30th pick, assuming he's still available at that pick after his great combine numbers. He's easily the best defensive point guard in the draft.

QUOTE (maggsmaggs @ May 27, 2011 -> 05:51 PM) The Grizzlies didn't want to deal with the Bulls and the other option was Courtney Lee. And Asik is more valuable than him. There weren't many options unless you wanted Anthony Parker. I am beginning to think that Iman Shumpert will be drafted by the Bulls. He is blowing up right now so may not be there. Fathom where are you? Would he big a good fit w/ Rose? I like his size, length and athleticism. Yes, the Bulls love Shumpert and it was the main reason he declared for the draft. His combine numbers were as good as anyone's seen in a long time. He'd be a great fit as a defensive point guard off the bench. His shooting isn't very good, but he's a great passer and someone who will flourish under better coaching. I simply am stunned that more experts don't have him as a first round pick. If I had to pick between Shumpert or someone like Darius Morris, it would be an easy decision.

QUOTE (Quinarvy @ May 27, 2011 -> 05:05 PM) E-Jax would be my vote...but why not keep the sixman then trade Danks or Jackson at the deadline, depending on our standings Well said...it's working quite well right now.

QUOTE (BigSqwert @ May 18, 2011 -> 04:47 PM) It all depends on when my wife gives birth. She's due June 2nd. First one?

QUOTE (JorgeFabregas @ May 27, 2011 -> 05:39 PM) Did Peavy's velocity drop between his second and third starts? Maybe having him through 110 pitches in his second game back wasn't such a great idea Yes, about 3 mph. I don't think it was the 110 pitches, but maybe just the inconsistency that comes with rust.

QUOTE (iamshack @ May 27, 2011 -> 04:21 PM) But are they really pitching innings they wouldn't already be even if we had a 5-man rotation? The problem seems to be Thornton to me, not how many starters we have in the rotation. It's tough when you only have two righty relievers that can be mildly trusted in a close game. There has to be some side-arm righty out there that can get righty hitters out.

Humber is more important to this franchise in the present and in the future than Jackson or Buehrle. I'm fine with leaving the 6 man rotation together, but we need to help out the bullpen by finding someone to replace Pena. Crain and Santos are going to get burned out if not.

I'd rather Dunn bat 2nd...at least you know he'd see a lot of pitches if someone was on first base.

Dunn moved to 7th in the lineup.

QUOTE (Soxfest @ May 27, 2011 -> 04:34 AM) ESPN just sucking off Lebron and Company. As well they should after that amazing comeback. I'll just be avoiding ESPN the next 2 weeks...might be a good time to read the ESPN book instead.

I can't wait to punch anyone who says "that's why you don't try so hard during the regular season".

QUOTE (sircaffey @ May 27, 2011 -> 04:29 AM) That's what experience is. Kurt Thomas has more experience than Jenna Jameson, and he was slow to get out on James when it was obvious a 3 pointer was coming.

Rose just seemed surprised by the athleticism of the Heat. I made the remark in game 4 that he looked like a freshman in college playing against a veteran team. So many turnovers made due to passing while fading back or jumping in the air. How many times did he turn it over this series trying to pass to a man who was open but the passing lane quickly closed? Everyone's going to talk about how we have to add to this team, but the truth is we would have won this series if Rose played like an MVP and not like Johnny Flynn.

QUOTE (sircaffey @ May 27, 2011 -> 04:24 AM) An experienced Bulls team beats the Heat. I don't get comments like this. Boozer has a lot of playoff experience, and Thibs couldn't even play him in the 4th quarter. The Bulls/Thibs just pissed down their leg too much in the 4th quarter in all but the first game.

The announcers were dead on about guarding James. You have to stay on his left hip, as he was nearly automatic these last few games going to his left. Hard to be mad at Brewer, as him and Deng were only two players who showed up this series.

Go Dirk and company. As for the game and series, it's a good thing we here in the city of Chicago love Rose. If it was any other player, they would have been run out of town for that type of epic choke job this series.

FILTHY! Great job tonight by Humber, Crain, Santos and Pierre

Nice pitch selection. Don't throw any inside fastballs to Davis!

Anyone ever watched a game from the hotel here? I was able to watch two about 8 years ago, and it was amazing.

QUOTE (Buehrle>Wood @ May 27, 2011 -> 01:52 AM) I really don't think he touched that foul off. I thought he did, as he immediately reacted like it was tipped.

Juan deserves a ton of credit for that AB. rkfgjladjglghjahl;hag;lakddla;kdjg;hlakhte;lk has a nasty slider, and he did a great job of making contact.