Batum is good.

[Nikolokolus]

The Batum I've seen in the 4th quarter against the Clips is as good defensively, as smart, more athletic and in my eyes, as least as valuable as Pippen was for us when he finished his career here. Granted, that wasn't Pippen in his prime and Batum, in that 4th quarter, was the best Batum I've EVER seen. But, if he continues to play with this much confidence and determination, he'll win us a lot of games and the Sky's the limit for him.
Also, the Zone last night really brought out the greatness of Camby and Batum on defense: So long, so smart, so quick. LMA I think did an excellent job defensively during that time as well, and Roy and Miller looked comfortable and not at all confused. I've been telling you guys "zone defense" for several weeks now. I think that could be a deadly weapon this year.

You missed out then:

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[Natebishop3]

I'm curious what Bulls fans think (Denny) about this comparison. I imagine they watched Pip when he was younger... how does Batum measure up to a young Pip?

 

[MickZagger]

You missed out then:

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If you don't like that, you don't like NBA basketball!

 

[Natebishop3]

If you don't like that, you don't like NBA basketball!

I like FIBA basketball.....