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Why the Chicago Bulls Should Not Write Off Joakim Noah Just Yet

Chicago Bulls big man Joakim Noah had easily the most frustrating year of his career last season. After posting career highs in points (12.6), rebounds (11.3) and assists (5.4) per game in 2013-14, Noah regressed to among the lowest numbers of his career for the Bulls last year.

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Since then, many fans have been quick to deliver the death knell on Joakim Noah’s career. He had significant knee trouble, including a microfracture surgery before last season.

In an article for Bulls.com, Sam Smith noted that new coach Fred Hoiberg has seriously discussed splitting up Noah and Pau Gasol in the starting lineup.