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I never thought I’d feel sorry for Chicago Bulls fans.
In the 90’s, the Chicago Bulls had it all. I, like most of you, cheered on Michael Jordan during his quest to solidify his legacy as the best ever. I only have faint memories of the early three-peat since I was far too young to remember things clearly. I'll never forget the jump shot over Byron Russell to clinch the 6th NBA Championship in eight years for the Bulls.
I used to sing, "Be Like Mike"---the Gatorade anthem. I adored these guys.
The Bulls slayed Magic, Clyde, Barkley, Kemp, Malone and Stockton. However, in all of their success, a curse was brewing.
Jerry Krause, Chicago Bulls General Manager at that time, had a budding feud with Phil Jackson that ultimately ended the Chicago Bulls reign at the top of the NBA. It was reported in Playing for Keeps that Krause specifically told Jackson, "I don't care if it's 82-and-0 this year, you're fucking gone.”
With Jackson’s departure imminent, the Bulls knew they’d also lose Jordan. Jerry Krause didn’t flinch.
The Curse of Krause was born.
When Jordan’s Bulls were destroyed by management in 1998, I was so devastated that I made an art project dedicated to the Curse of Krause. It was the Chicago Bulls logo with “CURSED” written over the top of it. Well, it actually said “MALDITO” because I was in Spanish immersion, but you get the point.
You’re probably rolling your eyes right now, especially if you’re a Bulls fan.
Dig a little deeper though, and you’ll feel the impact of the Krause Curse.
-The Chicago Bulls failed to acquire Dwyane Wade or LeBron James during the 2010 Superstar Sweepstakes. Instead, they ended up with Carlos Boozer.
-"You can't have midgets running your backcourt.” Scottie Pippen’s assessment of the Chicago Bulls with Kirk Hinrich and Ben Gordon in 2008. Humor me: Kirk Hinrich 6’4”, Ben Gordon 6’4”, and Derrick Rose 6’3”. Hmmm.
-Derrick Rose is a choke artist. SEE: Derrick Rose can’t make a clutch free throw during Memphis’ collapse to Kansas in 2008 NCAA Final. Also related: They seriously blew a 9-point lead in 2 minutes? Also related: You’ve got to be kidding me, seriously, a 9-point lead in 2 minutes?
-Joakim Noah’s hair.
I could go on and on.
So, before you get too excited for the Chicago Bulls blowout win over the Miami Heat as the Series clincher, please brace yourself for the Krause Curse.
The Miami Heat typically struggle on 3+ days of rest, right?
Eastern Conference Game 2 Pick: Miami Heat ML
Eastern Conference Series Pick: Miami Heat (EVEN)
2011 NBA Playoffs Prediction: The Chicago Bulls have no shot at being crowned champs this year.
In the 90’s, the Chicago Bulls had it all. I, like most of you, cheered on Michael Jordan during his quest to solidify his legacy as the best ever. I only have faint memories of the early three-peat since I was far too young to remember things clearly. I'll never forget the jump shot over Byron Russell to clinch the 6th NBA Championship in eight years for the Bulls.
I used to sing, "Be Like Mike"---the Gatorade anthem. I adored these guys.
The Bulls slayed Magic, Clyde, Barkley, Kemp, Malone and Stockton. However, in all of their success, a curse was brewing.
Jerry Krause, Chicago Bulls General Manager at that time, had a budding feud with Phil Jackson that ultimately ended the Chicago Bulls reign at the top of the NBA. It was reported in Playing for Keeps that Krause specifically told Jackson, "I don't care if it's 82-and-0 this year, you're fucking gone.”
With Jackson’s departure imminent, the Bulls knew they’d also lose Jordan. Jerry Krause didn’t flinch.
The Curse of Krause was born.
When Jordan’s Bulls were destroyed by management in 1998, I was so devastated that I made an art project dedicated to the Curse of Krause. It was the Chicago Bulls logo with “CURSED” written over the top of it. Well, it actually said “MALDITO” because I was in Spanish immersion, but you get the point.
You’re probably rolling your eyes right now, especially if you’re a Bulls fan.
Dig a little deeper though, and you’ll feel the impact of the Krause Curse.
-The Chicago Bulls failed to acquire Dwyane Wade or LeBron James during the 2010 Superstar Sweepstakes. Instead, they ended up with Carlos Boozer.
-"You can't have midgets running your backcourt.” Scottie Pippen’s assessment of the Chicago Bulls with Kirk Hinrich and Ben Gordon in 2008. Humor me: Kirk Hinrich 6’4”, Ben Gordon 6’4”, and Derrick Rose 6’3”. Hmmm.
-Derrick Rose is a choke artist. SEE: Derrick Rose can’t make a clutch free throw during Memphis’ collapse to Kansas in 2008 NCAA Final. Also related: They seriously blew a 9-point lead in 2 minutes? Also related: You’ve got to be kidding me, seriously, a 9-point lead in 2 minutes?
-Joakim Noah’s hair.
I could go on and on.
So, before you get too excited for the Chicago Bulls blowout win over the Miami Heat as the Series clincher, please brace yourself for the Krause Curse.
The Miami Heat typically struggle on 3+ days of rest, right?
Eastern Conference Game 2 Pick: Miami Heat ML
Eastern Conference Series Pick: Miami Heat (EVEN)
2011 NBA Playoffs Prediction: The Chicago Bulls have no shot at being crowned champs this year.
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And because he went 1-1 from the line he's a choke artist?
Wow...........my mom actually likes the heat as well bcos she told me she likes the team logo better 
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