Jamal Collier

Jamal Collier is a former sports reporter for the Tribune.

Zach LaVine shoots around Argentina's Juan Pablo Vaulet during the first half of an exhibition game in Las Vegas on July 13, 2021.

5 things to know about Zach LaVine and USA Basketball ahead of the Olympics, including the expanded role for the Chicago Bulls guard

July 25, 2021 at 12:54 a.m.

After a testing issue resulted in a brief stint in health and safety protocols for COVID-19, Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine flew to Tokyo and rejoined Team USA on Thursday....

United States' Zach LaVine plays against Australia during an exhibition game on July 12, 2021, in Las Vegas.

Zach LaVine doesn’t travel with the US men’s basketball team to Tokyo after the Chicago Bulls guard enters health and safety protocols

July 19, 2021 at 11:13 p.m.

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine did not travel with the U.S. men's basketball team to Tokyo on Monday for the Olympics. The team announced shortly before it was scheduled to...

Chicago Sky guard/forward Kahleah Copper at Wintrust Arena on May 21, 2021.

What will the Chicago Sky do during their monthlong Olympic break? ‘Disconnect. Absolutely disconnect.’

July 15, 2021 at 12:55 p.m.

Just when the Chicago Sky looked like they had turned their season around — fully healthy and riding a franchise-record winning streak — they hit another lull to close out...

Cubs manager David Ross adjusts his cap in the dugout during a game at Wrigley Field on June 12, 2021.

Rainout sends the fading Chicago Cubs into the All-Star break with a 44-46 record. ‘I think we’re better than the last two weeks,’ manager David Ross says.

July 12, 2021 at 1:20 p.m.

Although Chicago Cubs manager David Ross said he understood the frustration catcher Willson Contreras expressed Saturday night after the team's latest loss, Ross disagreed with both the message and the...

Bulls guard Zach LaVine (8) celebrates with his teammates after hitting a big 3-pointer late in the second half against the Celtics on May 7, 2021, at the United Center.

Zach LaVine is honored to be on Team USA for the Olympics — and wants to bring back a winning mentality to the Chicago Bulls: ‘His physical skills are abundant’

July 10, 2021 at 6:58 p.m.

Zach LaVine's enthusiasm certainly seems to have made an impression on some of the leaders of USA Basketball. Jerry Colangelo, the managing director for the men's national team, remarked about...

Candace Parker (3) huddles with Sky teammates Stefanie Dolson (31), Diamond DeShields (1), Courtney Vandersloot (22) and Kahleah Copper (2) before the game against the Indiana Fever at Wintrust Arena on June 9, 2021.

6 key numbers that explain the 1st half of the Chicago Sky’s season, from defensive strength to 5 players averaging double-digit points

July 9, 2021 at 9:11 p.m.

The Chicago Sky are coming to the close of a tumultuous first half in a season that began with increased expectations. Coming off back-to-back playoff appearances, the Sky made the...

Bulls forward Patrick Williams dunks against the Cavaliers in the fourth quarter of a game on March 24, 2021, at the United Center in Chicago.

What’s Patrick Williams’ motto for the Chicago Bulls rookie’s stint with the USA Select Team? ‘Be a sponge.’

July 13, 2021 at 9:55 p.m.

During his first season with the Chicago Bulls, forward Patrick Williams quickly became known for constantly asking questions. He was a rookie after all, the second-youngest player in the NBA,...

Zach LaVine shoots during training for USA Basketball in Las Vegas on July 6, 2021.

Chicago Bulls in the Olympics: Zach LaVine’s notable enthusiasm about going to Tokyo, Tomá Satoransk ‘s leadership and Patrick Williams’ big opportunity

July 7, 2021 at 3:29 p.m.

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine is heading to the Tokyo Olympics to try to help Team USA win the gold medal, and along the way he's going to see a...

Bulls guard Zach LaVine runs downcourt during the first quarter against the Jazz on March 22, 2021, at the United Center.

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine commits to play for Team USA in the Olympics — adding yet another accolade to his breakout year

June 27, 2021 at 1:32 p.m.

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine will get a chance to showcase his skills on a bigger stage this summer. LaVine committed to joining Team USA for the Olympics in Tokyo,...

Philadelphia 76ers' Ben Simmons warms up before Game 7 of a playoff playoff series on June 20, 2021.

Does a Ben Simmons trade make sense? What about Spencer Dinwiddie? Exploring 2 options for the Chicago Bulls in their search for a point guard.

June 23, 2021 at 12:00 p.m.

The NBA's offseason landscape is starting to take shape — and there's good news for the Chicago Bulls and their possible point guard options. Two intriguing potential targets emerged last...

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