Chicago Bulls: Former players we’d love to see in the BIG3

1. Kirk Hinrich

Kirk Hinrich had two runs with the Chicago Bulls. His first stint was right out of college, where he shined in Chicago from age 23 to age 29. After that, he bounced around a little bit before returning to Chicago at age 32 for his second stint with the Bulls.

Hinrich will always be one of the most beloved Chicago Bulls players in franchise history. He was a drama-free, hard-nosed, workhorse that was willing to play whatever role the team needed him to play. Early in his career, that meant being the starting point guard and a tough defender. Later in his career, however, it meant backing up Derrick Rose (and starting in his absence).

During his 11 seasons as a member of the Chicago Bulls, Hinrich averaged 11.4 points, 5.1 assists and 3.0 rebounds per game on 40.8 percent shooting from the field and 37.5 percent shooting from the 3-point line.

Hinrich has been one of the most reliable Bulls of my lifetime. He’s currently sitting at first all-time in 3-point field goals made for the Bulls, 3rd all-time in steals (behind Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen) and 4th all-time in minutes played.

There’s no doubt in my mind that “Captain Kirk” can still ball – he just needs an opportunity. The BIG3 could give him that opportunity.