The Bulls’ dynasty may or may not be entering its last days, but either way, it might be a good idea to start considering replacements for its key components.
The rebound king: Rodman guards the Pacers’ Mark Jackson.
DENNIS RODMAN
Joined team: Oct. 2, 1995
Position: Forward.
Height/weight: 6-8, 220 lbs.
Numbers: 15 rebounds, 4.7 points
Contract status: free agent
POSSIBLE REPLACEMENTS
CYCLOPS
Beast
A rather massive beast, he has trouble seeing the full court, what with one eye and all. His contract status makes him always open for special projects. But, he is prone to monster partying and goes out of control.
DON QUIXOTE
Knight
This bold, adventurous, noble player–and we do mean player–is small only in stature. His sidekick, Sancho, would be available for the Jack Haley role. He sometimes mistakes windmills for reality.
SNIDELY WHIPLASH
Villain
The mustache would give the Bulls an intimidating look. He is available on demand and prefers to work around railyards. He can lock arms so well, they can appear like they are tied with rope. Has trouble finishing.
Realistically….
The Bulls can’t make any serious replacement plans until Michael Jordan’s future is determined, because of his contract’s effect on their salary cap. But there will be some rebounderes looking for work, including:
JAYSON WILLIAMS
New Jersey
An all-Star with the Nets, Williams was runner-up to Rodman for the NBA rebounding title, and is a hard worker with an appealing personality. He’s also said to be seeking between $10 million and $12 million a year, which is probably too rich for the Bulls’ blood no matter what happens with Jordan.
CHARLES BARKLEY
Houston
At 35, and with a lot of miles on him, Charles is no longer a dominant player. But if Michael returns, he might be persuaded to come for relatively short money and a last, best chance to win a championship–he has made but one Finals appearance in 14 pro seasons.
DERRICK COLEMAN
Philadelphia
It will cost the Sixers a small fortune to buy him out, and a larger one to pick up the two remaining years of his contract, one of the league’s most onerous. No one has ever questioned his talent; his attitude and desire are another story. But sometimes a winning environment works wonders.
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