Yes, they did. John Salmons brings to the Bulls something they have not seen at the 2 position since, well, you remember when. Now I'm not saying he's the next 23..... but maybe the next 45. Afterall, he is 6 foot 6"
John Salmons brings to the Bulls the most points of any player involved in the trade. He also brings more points per game than any Bull not named Ben Gordon. The fall-off from Gordon is not much to speak of. Especially since it comes on less shots over more minutes, and did I mention he picks up more boards, dimes, thefts and blocks along the way? He provides a very viable option to start at the 2 guard and stop the likes of VC and Kobe.
Brad Miller brings similar numbers to Drew Gooden but does it in a different fashion. His passing and outside shooting abilities will accelerate the learing process for Derek Rose in the Pick and Roll. And who doesnt like a passing high post with slashers like Luol Deng and Tyrus Thomas? Joakim Noah is still your starter and your future Maaaaaan in the Middle, but it never hurts to have a seasoned veteran off the bench. Especially when its Big Bad Brad banging against the likes of Dwight Howard and KG in the early round of the playoffs.
I will take this moment to bid adeiu to one of my favorite Bulls of all time, Andres Nocioni. When did Noc sit out a game? When did Noc not give it his all? When was Noc ever the Bull you despised for taking a night off? His fire will be missed, as well as his ability to play off Rose, but his contract will be gladly sent to the Sunny Coast with him. Enjoy your new toy Maloofs, Pax will spend that money on something much better in 2010... or so we can hope
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