The NBA schedule makers have done it again. What more ideal way to begin after All-Star weekend in the United Center Thursday than the wonderful symmetry of the team that committed to failing more than any in NBA history, the Philadelphia 76ers, against the Bulls with their revised lineup in benching two starters and a rotation regular.
But don't confuse the shame of the 76ers' four years of purposely losing for draft picks with what the Bulls are doing.
Perhaps it's not the Bulls most prolific lineup for these last 25 games, but I wouldn't be shocked if the Bulls actually are better than they were in their 20-37 start.