When is boozer returning

I originally thought Rose's scoring numbers would only get higher as he became more efficient, got to the line more, and his three point shot got stronger. However, I think with the addition of Hamilton and Boozer getting back on track, Rose will see more nights where he doesn't need to score as much. Also, Rose will most likely sit on the bench more so than usual, and definitely in games against weaker competition and in blowouts. Due to the rapid schedule, Rose will need all the rest he will need in order to dominate in the fourth quarter on a consistent basis and be strong for the playoffs.

I'm not saying Rose will go back to 20 points per game and play 25 minutes every night. I'm saying Rose's averages will go down because some games he will not be as aggressive and some games he will be on the bench in the fourth quarter or longer going into the second quarter. These games will affect his averages, especially in the shortened season. I actually think he might be more efficient this season than last, but he might only average points per game.

He could average 30 for all I know, but I doubt it. I like Rose to average 22 points and 9 assists per game. Everyone said last year before the playoffs that the Bulls were not ready for an NBA title. They said they needed heartbreak before the reward. Well, they broke Bulls fans hearts last year when the Heat shredded them in the Eastern Finals.

Now with Rip Hamilton and the heartbreak taken care of, I think the Bulls will beat the Heat this year in, I don't know, let's say 7 games. They'll have to do it without home court advantage because I already predicted the Heat to win the East, but I believe the Bulls can do it. Hamilton will have a huge series and Rose will make a couple plays in the fourth quarter to win a game as well.

LeBron James should still do a good job defending Rose, but the Bulls should be better equipped to let other players make some plays down the stretch as well. But, having said all that, the Bulls still have to beat whichever team comes out of the West.

I would love for the Bulls to win it all this year, and I think they have a team that can, but I'm going with the Mavericks. I think Nowitzki will have another great year and post season, and will simply eat up Carlos Boozer. Lamar Odom will also be a strong piece for the Mavericks next year and will surprise many fans with his play.

The Mavericks still have another run in them, and if they're mad that they weren't talked about enough this past off season, they still have a chance to be talked about more than anyone could have imagined if they win another title this year. I'll still believe the Bulls can win a title when the playoffs come around, but if by no fault by themselves, the Mavericks may just be too much if they get to the Finals. Enjoy our content? Taj Gibson scored 16 points and Carlos Boozer returned from an injury to add 15 in Chicago's victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Thursday night.

The Bulls moved two games above. They have won four of five. We're hungry," said Joakim Noah, who had 14 points and 13 rebounds for his fifth straight double-double. Paul Pierce led Brooklyn with 15 points. The Nets are , going since Jan.

Every team in the league has played over 50 games. I wish the break was a little bit longer, especially for us older guys. Hawks fans will soon be begging for his return when they realize how much of their offense truly revolves around him. I am sure he wants to come back as well in order to silence the critics who were not very happy about his new contract. How could I not put him on here? My Suns side can only get hidden for so long before it is unleashed on some poor, unsuspecting article.

Well, no matter what you think of Lope, I assure you everyone in Arizona is waiting for this guy to come back. Our defense also ranks dead last in the league, so God knows we need some presence in the paint. Lopez showed some flashes of brilliance last year and hopefully he will only grow in Phoenix.

I would love to see him become a consistent, solid starter. Nonetheless, they need every one of those players back. I don't care if the waterboy goes down with the flu; he needs to get healthy! You're still around? Wow, I would love to get paid to wear expensive suits and sit and watch games. Actually scratch that; we are talking about Milwaukee here.

Well, at this point, I don't even know what I can say about him. He was a great player when he was healthy and then the injury bug caught on. Oh, and by the way Mike, Tracy McGrady called and he says you stole his gimmick! Any idea what he was talking about there?