Hinrich, Bulls stifle Heat

Mr. Laz · 01-28-2007, 12:16 PM

Keep fuggin doubtin "ZoomZoom"

Posted on Sun, Jan. 28, 2007

Hinrich, Bulls stifle Heat
The Associated Press

CHICAGO | Shaquille O’Neal not playing helped the Chicago Bulls. Kirk Hinrich helped them even more.

With O’Neal sitting and Hinrich slowing down Dwyane Wade again, the Bulls beat the defending champs for the third time this season.

Ben Gordon had 34 points and seven assists, and Hinrich scored 26 points in the Bulls’ 100-97 victory over the Miami Heat on Saturday night.

Reserve Andres Nocioni added 19 points for Chicago, which won its third straight despite losing center Ben Wallace to a left knee sprain with 5:01 remaining. He finished with 15 rebounds. Wallace will have further tests and is listed day-to-day.

O’Neal watched as the Heat lost for the fifth time in six games. He had played in two straight after missing 35 in a row because of knee surgery, including a loss at New York on Friday night. Miami doesn’t want to risk him playing consecutive days.

So Wade had to take on the scoring load once again, but was slowed by Hinrich in the first half. Wade was scoreless in the period and didn’t make his first basket until 4:04 remained in the second.

“I think we are one of the teams that defend him the best in the league,” Gordon said. “Kirk Hinrich, I give him a lot of credit. Whenever Kirk gets beat, which is rarely, guys are there to help him and make the shot difficult.”

Now the Bulls will have to wait on the status of Wallace.

“We just hope he’s going to be all right,” Hinrich said. “I guess the worst case, if he doesn’t play, then everybody else has to step up. Hopefully he will be all right.”

The Bulls followed an impressive win on Thursday over the Dallas Mavericks and improved to 20-6 at home. But next is a seven-game road trip, and the Bulls are just 6-13 away from the United Center.

“We now have two quality wins against two very good teams that will likely be playing late in the year,” Gordon said. “Hopefully, we can take some of the momentum that we’ve gained into this road trip.”

Wade led the Heat with 24 points, eight rebounds and eight assists.

crazycoffey · 01-28-2007, 12:17 PM

good game, like both teams.

CoMoChief · 01-28-2007, 12:23 PM

Hinrich ****ing rules! I always thought he'd be a good NBA player because the guy plays hard and fast and can shoot. The guy still to this day is my favorite basketball player to watch.

Sully · 01-28-2007, 01:01 PM

I'm not huge on the NBA, but I do watch the Bulls when I get the chance. I'm a fan of Hinrich, and I love Ben Gordon.

Sure-Oz · 01-28-2007, 01:04 PM

I like the bulls but don't watch much NBA either. I been a fan since MJ came back after retiring.

**DaKCMan AP** · 01-28-2007, 01:04 PM

The correct title should be:

"Hinrich, Bulls stifle Shaq-less Heat"

dj56dt58 · 01-28-2007, 01:05 PM

I"m a huge bull fan. It pisses me off how the media still gives them no respect though. Gordon should be an all star reserve but I doubt it happens. They are talking about trading him and their 1st rounder for Gasol. That would be plain ****ing stupid imo...I hope Pax isn't that stupid.

Sure-Oz · 01-28-2007, 01:15 PM

I would not trade for Gasol, funk dat

L.A. Chieffan · 01-28-2007, 01:17 PM

Gasol is a great player, but I don't know how well he would fit into Chicago's system. Gordon and Hinrich right now are playing outstanding and they probably shouldn't mess with the chemistry of the team.

Spott · 01-28-2007, 01:18 PM

The Bulls have always been my favorite team. When the Kings left in 84, they became my favorite team.

The last time that Shaq played against Chicago, the Bulls beat them by 42 in their own stadium.

**DaKCMan AP** · 01-28-2007, 01:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spott

The Bulls have always been my favorite team. When the Kings left in 84, they bacame my favorite team.

The last time that Shaq played against Chicago, the Bulls beat them by 42 in their own stadium.

Yeah, that was opening night.

Mr. Laz · 01-28-2007, 01:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DaKCMan AP

The correct title should be:

"Hinrich, Bulls stifle Shaq-less Heat"

the heat have been shaq-less most of the year

chicago play the final part of the game without ben wallace too

miami ... florida ... they all blow monkey nuts

Direckshun · 01-28-2007, 01:55 PM

Wallace's injury looked terrible, though.

dj56dt58 · 01-28-2007, 02:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Direckshun

Wallace's injury looked terrible, though.

yeah, hopefully he'll be ok. Sweetney is a decent inside scorer though. He'll get more playing time with Wallace out. Hopefully TT will get extended playing time as well. That kid can block shots as good as anyone in the league

**DaKCMan AP** · 01-28-2007, 02:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Laz

miami ... florida ... they all blow monkey nuts

... and win championships

01-28-2007, 12:16 PM
Mr. Laz Don't Tease Me Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: KS Casino cash: $11047037	Hinrich, Bulls stifle Heat Keep fuggin doubtin "ZoomZoom" Posted on Sun, Jan. 28, 2007 Hinrich, Bulls stifle Heat The Associated Press CHICAGO \| Shaquille O’Neal not playing helped the Chicago Bulls. Kirk Hinrich helped them even more. With O’Neal sitting and Hinrich slowing down Dwyane Wade again, the Bulls beat the defending champs for the third time this season. Ben Gordon had 34 points and seven assists, and Hinrich scored 26 points in the Bulls’ 100-97 victory over the Miami Heat on Saturday night. Reserve Andres Nocioni added 19 points for Chicago, which won its third straight despite losing center Ben Wallace to a left knee sprain with 5:01 remaining. He finished with 15 rebounds. Wallace will have further tests and is listed day-to-day. O’Neal watched as the Heat lost for the fifth time in six games. He had played in two straight after missing 35 in a row because of knee surgery, including a loss at New York on Friday night. Miami doesn’t want to risk him playing consecutive days. So Wade had to take on the scoring load once again, but was slowed by Hinrich in the first half. Wade was scoreless in the period and didn’t make his first basket until 4:04 remained in the second. “I think we are one of the teams that defend him the best in the league,” Gordon said. “Kirk Hinrich, I give him a lot of credit. Whenever Kirk gets beat, which is rarely, guys are there to help him and make the shot difficult.” Now the Bulls will have to wait on the status of Wallace. “We just hope he’s going to be all right,” Hinrich said. “I guess the worst case, if he doesn’t play, then everybody else has to step up. Hopefully he will be all right.” The Bulls followed an impressive win on Thursday over the Dallas Mavericks and improved to 20-6 at home. But next is a seven-game road trip, and the Bulls are just 6-13 away from the United Center. “We now have two quality wins against two very good teams that will likely be playing late in the year,” Gordon said. “Hopefully, we can take some of the momentum that we’ve gained into this road trip.” Wade led the Heat with 24 points, eight rebounds and eight assists.
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