Pacers star Victor Oladipo plans to travel with the team to Orlando despite decision to opt out of NBA resumption, per sources. He is joining the team in Orlando. pic.twitter.com/5B0uVRPXt6

Here’s what the #Cubs workout looks like right now. pic.twitter.com/T1GhZ0gs9W

Victor Oladipo: “As a competitor and teammate this is tearing me apart … but I truly believe continuing on the course I’m on and getting fully healthy for the 2020-21 season is the right decision for me.”

Full @TheAthletic story w/ Pacers' star quotes: theathletic.com/1908505/2020/0…

Indiana Pacers star Victor Oladipo has decided to sit out of the resumed NBA season, Oladipo told @The Athletic @Stadium.

Full story: theathletic.com/1908505/2020/0…

Pop smoke was so talented! Sad man smh #RIPWOO

Keep grinding...you (we) can do this—surround yourself with positive, uplifting, caring people. For those of you who have lost jobs during the Covid explosion my heart and soul is both sympathetic and empathetic for you and your families. Continue to persevere and never give up.

I try to ignore the fact that my book has been on submission since November, and for the most part I do a really good job of blocking the potential for publication from my brain. I even go days without thinking about it.

But today? My chest is swelling with possibility.

How Theo Epstein is trying to focus and stay positive when so much can go wrong, via ⁦@PJ_Mooney⁩ theathletic.com/1907530/2020/0…

Rick Hahn says Michael Kopech didn’t report today to attend to a personal matter.

It's my wife's birthday today, and guess how we'll be celebrating this afternoon? pic.twitter.com/VX2alA0fzh

A couple of clips from the first quarter of Bulls vs. Warriors earlier this season.

Yeah, I don't think we need to televise any more of these. pic.twitter.com/4CmO2dWQn0

A Chicago ‘bubble?’ Would Bulls players even show up? theathletic.com/1907182/2020/0…

The Chicago 8? A source confirmed that the league is moving in that direction, as Chicago could play host to the eight teams left out of the Orlando restart bubble.

Read it:

chicago.suntimes.com/bulls/2020/7/2…

Wintrust Arena has emerged as logistical landing spot if legitimate logistical issues for NBA second bubble get cleared. Story: nbcsports.com/chicago/bulls/…

This prolly goes without saying given players from the 22 teams were given a choice as well. But if the NBA and NBPA reach agreement for second bubble in Chicago for “Delete 8,” players could choose to skip, per source.

Regarding the potential second bubble in Chicago, this scenario would need to be agreed to by the players association. Work remains on that front, I’m told. If hurdles get cleared, Wintrust Arena makes sense from logistical standpoint because it’s connected to a hotel.

A Thursday afternoon shout out to front line workers-first responders, medical, transportation and food workers who are getting it done 24-7 for all of us..you are truly appreciated. If you don't hear it enough-shame on ALL of us. You should. You are great!

Arrest the police that murdered #BreonnaTaylor !

Reading tweets from various NBA camps makes me wish all the more that the @Chicago Bulls were involved in playing games. I get it, you can’t please everyone, but it would have been great to see our players back on the floor. Think I miss calling games? All In. All Bulls. 365-24-7

NBA/NBPA announced that COVID-19 test results are in and 25 of the 351 players tested were positive, with 10 of the 884 team staff tested also positive.

Tip it off!

NBA/NBPA announces nine additional players test positive for COVID-19 and 10 of 884 team staff members tested positive pic.twitter.com/9Vt2Rv5Esz

Latest numbers from league, PA pic.twitter.com/2HwKTdTUAm

Sources: Nine NBA players have tested positive for coronavirus out of 344 players tested between June 24-29; overall 25 players tested positive since testing began June 23.

I think most players are OK with Boylen. Everyone was frustrated with losing. But you're not going to win without at least one reliable veteran on floor during crunch time. #Bulls didn't have it last yr and may not have it this yr, since they were counting on Otto to be that guy

Another issue with #Bulls: They can't do much with roster because of Porter, Felicio contracts. Everything points to changes in '21. If a new coach wins 25 games this yr, what do they have to sell? If Boylen wins 25 games, they can replace him.

Not sure what #Bulls will do with their coaching situation. But keep in mind, the front office rebuild was expensive & #NBA revenues are way, way down.
If Karnisovas has a blank check to do whatever he wants with a new coach, more power to him. But I'll believe it when i see it

“A ship is always safe at the shore – but that is NOT what it is built for.” – Albert Einstein. Good Thursday to you. Step outside your comfort zone. A random act of kindness will be impactful to others. It’s not about “us” — it’s about “ we.” Be a light in someone storm.

Twins, Indians, White Sox.
What happens this year in the AL Central?

We did a 3-team White Sox Talk Podcast with ⁦@castrovince and ⁦@dohyoungpark⁩.

Hitting, pitching, intangibles. Let’s go! 🎧
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I am asking everyone who truly cares about solid reporting and journalism...whether its news, sports, editorials, etc. Hold off on going to your favorite coffee shop once, twice or three times a month and invest in newspapers..reporters and others at the paper need our support.

Here’s the scoop - It’s National Ice Cream Month!My wife, Ann, says that “Without ice cream, there would be darkness and chaos.” I’m a Pralines ‘N Cream guy....My wife: ANYTHING with chocolate. What’s YOUR favorite ice cream flavor? pic.twitter.com/qtI7S1BrXw

2K Grind‼️ Tune in‼️
I’m live on Twitch - Watch me at twitch.tv/dangee_12

The one thing I've always wanted but know for a fact I'm too cheap to ever actually purchase is a pair of concord Jordan XI's. I really, really wish I had a pair.

Let’s rejoice and be glad when someone achieves success...it’s basic common humankind..or should be. Envy and jealousy are elements that destroy the soul. Life is hard enough...support and wishing others well is selfless and necessary.

The Houston Rockets are planning to sign forward Luc Mbah a Moute, sources tell @The Athletic @Stadium.

Caught up with former Bull C.J. Watson, who hopes to inspire youth by creating children's books in his post-NBA life.

nbcsports.com/chicago/bulls/…

The manuscript I'm almost done drafting is a mix of what would happen if:
1. Game of Thrones took itself less seriously.
2. Cartoon Disney princess movies were angrier.
3. All Marvel Cinematic Universe movies were directed by Taika Waititi.

First post-COVID trip to B&N today and it was cool to see all these great new books on actual shelves. While snapping this photo of @LzLwsn's book, a mother and her teenage daughter asked about it. Talked them into an impulse purchase :) pic.twitter.com/BzwwS0aDeB

“We have confidence in the plan that we’ve built. It was designed for this,” NBA deputy commissioner Mark Tatum told players/teams. 

Details at @The Athletic from mandatory NBA/NBPA 'campus orientation' calls this week: theathletic.com/1904870/2020/0…

The Pistons are partnering with the Secretary of State office to drive voter participation, including using their practice facility in downtown Detroit as a voting site in the coming elections

RIP Beth Holtz, wife of former Notre Dame football coach Lou Holtz. Condolences to the Holtz family and the many people Beth Holtz touched.

It’s July ! @670TheScore @MitchRosen670 Have a fantastic month. Keep up the great work. That goes for you as well @richwyatt_ 😉

As we start a new month, a message to my sisters and brothers @Chicago Bulls @UnitedCenter @NHLBlackhawks Thinking of you. Be well. Be safe. You are appreciated. Miss all of you very much.

I’ve heard a zillion interviews in my life. The @TommyHottovy has moved in to the top five. Excellent and I mean excellent job @mullyhaugh @670TheScore Great questions. Concise. Drew the subject matter from the guest in a caring, sensitive manner. Let Tommy tell his story.

To my friends and fellow Canadians 🇨🇦 Happy Canada Day. I love you all.

Just a note @TommyHottovy we have never met but I appreciate your transparency sharing your story. That was an incredible interview you shared with @mullyhaugh @670TheScore Thank you and I wish the best in your continuing road to strength. Blessings to you and your family.

Welcome to July...a month with new joys, new challenges..life is not a straight line but control the things you CAN control. Kindness, respect, empathy, compassion, forgiveness, generosity and a great attitude . I read every tweet and I appreciate you. Have a wonderful day.

Listening to @mullyhaugh @670TheScore This is riveting radio with Cubs pitching coach @tommyhottovy who contracted Covid-19. Incredible story.

30 years ago today, the White Sox got no-hit by Andy Hawkins--and beat the Yankees 4-0!

The INSANE Andy Hawkins no-hitter--including an interview with Hawkins himself:

"The baseball gods have a sick sense of humor."

White Sox Talk Podcast 🎧
bit.ly/2CZMz0f pic.twitter.com/PaFelJwqwx

We back pic.twitter.com/n267WQVxZo

I am proud to tip my cap to honor, celebrate and embrace the 100th anniversary of the Negro Leagues....awesome talent such as , Cool Papa Bell, Satchel Paige,Buck O’Neil, Josh Gibson and those players in uniforms ..trailblazers who were denied the hope of playing MLB . pic.twitter.com/NGfGmktXsO