Expert predictions: Chicago Bulls

AVERAGE RANKING Central: 2.3 | Standings East: 6.4 | Standings

Jalen Rose, ESPN | Rose's picks
If Luol Deng is back playing at a high level, the Bulls will be in the mix in the East. Sky's the limit for a Rose-Salmons backcourt, and Kirk Hinrich will be productive every night.
Central: 2
East: 4

Chris Broussard, ESPN The Mag | Broussard's picks
Chicago could certainly crack the top eight, but don't expect it to build on last season's historic series with Boston without Ben Gordon. The Bulls should've found a way to keep him. Period. They'll recognize the error of their ways soon enough.
Central: 3
East: 10