I not sure whether to celebrate or think twice about the Bulls decision to sign Ben Wallace. He's a great defensive player, one dimensional (in that he only plays defence), has virtually no offense and isn't as consistent as he used to be. He's 32 years old and we offered him a 4 year contract for $60million? Ben's game is totally based on his energy, athleticism, hustle, and I'm pretty sure he wont be able to keep it up til he's 36.Still I think its a very good move for the Bulls and we had to overpay for him, otherwise he wouldn't even think about leaving Detroit. The Bulls are now a pretty deep team at every position with excellent young talent and now a veteran centre. Though there is a huge log jam in the "defensive beast with no scoring ability" position with Chandler (who may be traded) and new draft pick Tyrus Thomas as well. We (the Bulls) still have no low post scorer, but we easily have the best defensive team considering that we led in field goal % defense last year. Adding Ben gives us someone that actually can play center.
The Bulls now look extremely talented though not sure in a couple of year's time with an aging Ben Wallace. After the signing, the Bulls are in the upper echelon of the Eastern Conference (after Miami) and possibly at the same level as the Cavaliers.
Possible Starting Lineup:
Ben Wallace - C
Andre Nocioni - PF
Luol Deng - SF
Ben Gordon - SG
Kirk Hinrich - PG
Bench: Tyrus Thomas (F), Chris Duhon (PG), Tyson Chandler (C), Michael Sweetney (PF/C), Malik Allen (F).
That is a really strong and deep team. The Heat better watch out!!!!!!!
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Nocioni and Gordon both averaged 20PPG in the series against Miami. Both are improving heaps as well, and both are young.
Bulls also drafted Thabo Sefolosha (13th pick).
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