Quote Originally Posted by SarahJPhilli:
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.
I become less and less impressed with you. Derrick Rose is clutch money at the line down the stretch...you're going to refer to 2008 CBB?! REALLY?!
Derrick Rose is too much, Taj is hot, Boozer is even knocking down shots. Once Korver gets his stride it's game over.
"-The Chicago Bulls failed to acquire Dwyane Wade or LeBron James during the 2010 Superstar Sweepstakes. Instead, they ended up with Carlos Boozer."
If Chicago had Wade or James they wouldn't be able to crush their spirits with devastating victories. Sorry these superstars are solo acts, Bulls are a team, teams and defense win championships, and you can take that to the bank.
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