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Top 10 Chicago Bulls of the decade

By Megann Horstead

CHARLOTTE, NC - NOVEMBER 03: Derrick Rose #1 of the Chicago Bulls during the game against the Charlotte Hornets at the Time Warner Cable Arena on November 3, 2015 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2015 NBAE (Photo by Kent Smith/NBAE via Getty Images)
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9. Ben Gordon

After three years of collegiate basketball at the University of Connecticut, Ben Gordon spent 11 seasons in the league upon getting selected by Bulls with the No. 3 pick of the 2004 draft.

Gordon played a part in bringing some relevancy to the Bulls in the years after the dynasty had ended. Among the notable accolades he garnered include being named to the All-Rookie first team for the 2004-05 season and earning the Sixth Man of the Year award for the 2004-05 season.

Gordon’s time in Chicago came to an end during 2009 free agency when he signed a huge multi-year deal with the Detroit Pistons. Aside of the Bulls and the Pistons, Gordon played for the Charlotte Hornets/Bobcats and the Orlando Magic.

During his professional career, Gordon averaged 14.5 points, 2.5 rebounds and 2.5 assists per game. The numbers might seem underwhelming considering his success with the Bulls. Unfortunately, it is in Chicago where Gordon primarily garnered his best statistical seasons.

The good news is it appears that Gordon’s time with the Bulls is not over. During training camp this fall, he made an appearance as a special guest.

Interestingly enough, many people like to draw comparisons between Gordon and Coby White. As such, I think Gordon will undoubtedly be tied to the Bulls in some shape or form for many years to come.

Much like Kirk Hinrich, Gordon has a 0.1 percent probability of being inducted into the Hall of Fame.

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