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Bobcats' Thomas ejected for throwing elbow (Yahoo! Sports)
WASHINGTON (AP) Charlotte forward Tyrus Thomas was ejected from the Bobcats' game with the Wizards for throwing an elbow at Washington's James Singleton late in the first quarter on Monday night.

Frustration boils over for Bobcats
The frustration of losing has started to boil over for the NBA-worst Charlotte Bobcats. A Bobcats executive confirmed there was an altercation Sunday night in the team locker room between coach Paul Silas and forward Tyrus Thomas.

Bobcats: Silas had altercation with F Thomas
The frustration of losing has started to boil over for the NBA-worst Charlotte Bobcats.

Hornets hand Bobcats 17th straight defeat 75-67 (Yahoo! Sports)

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) The Charlotte Bobcats appear to be a collision course with NBA futility.

Williams' double-double leads Nets over Bobcats (Yahoo! Sports)

Deron Williams had 19 points and matched his season high with 14 assists and the New Jersey Nets snapped a five-game losing streak with a 102-89 victory over the Charlotte Bobcats on Saturday night. Kris Humphries added 20 points and 16 rebounds and former Bobcat Gerald Wallace had 15 points as the Nets (16-34) swept the four-game season series with the woeful Bobcats (7-39).

Bobcats top Raptors 107-103 (Yahoo! Sports)

D.J. Augustin scored 23 points and had 11 assists and the Charlotte Bobcats held off the Toronto Raptors 107-103 on Saturday night. Gerald Henderson added 24 points, Corey Maggette had 21 and Tyrus Thomas had 11 or the Bobcats, who overcame a 15-point deficit in the second quarter to win for the second time in their past four games.

Harden scores 33 as Thunder rout Bobcats 122-95 (Yahoo! Sports)

James Harden scored 22 of his career-high 33 points in the first half, Kevin Durant had 26 points and Russell Westbrook added 23 as the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Charlotte Bobcats 122-95 on Saturday night. The Thunder improved to 18-2 at home, rebounding from a disappointing 96-90 loss to visiting Cleveland on Friday night, in a game Oklahoma City coach Scott Brooks said his team didn't...

McGee powers Wizards by Bobcats (AP)

JaVale McGee scored 22 points and had 10 rebounds as the Washington Wizards defeated the Charlotte Bobcats for the second time in a week, 102-99 on Saturday night. The matchup between two teams tied for the fewest wins in the NBA came down to the final shot, but Matt Carroll's 3-point attempt at the buzzer fell short.

Bobcats' Thomas (fatigued legs) out vs. Rockets
Bobcats coach Paul Silas says starting forward Tyrus Thomas will miss Tuesday night's game against the Rockets with fatigued legs.

Bobcats lose F Maggette for 2-4 weeks (AP)
Bobcats coach Paul Silas says forward Corey Maggette will miss 2-4 weeks with a strained left hamstring. Silas says Derrick Brown will start Friday night against the Hawks, and Tyrus Thomas also will play. Thomas has not played this season because of a sprained ankle. Silas says Maggette's loss hurts because "he's one of the key factors of our team." Maggette, who was injured in...

Bobcats' Augustin to play vs. Heat; Thomas out
Bobcats coach Paul Silas says D.J. Augustin will start at point guard Wednesday night, but the team will be without forward Tyrus Thomas.

Bobcats PG Augustin to start vs. Heat (AP)
Bobcats coach Paul Silas says D.J. Augustin will start at point guard Wednesday night, but the team will be without forward Tyrus Thomas. Augustin turned his ankle in the final minute of Monday night's 96-95 win against the Bucks. Silas says Augustin is in some pain. If Augustin struggles with the ankle, look for Kemba Walker to see increased playing time.

Bobcats' Thomas, Bucks' Mbah a Moute out (AP)
The Bobcats and Bucks will both be without their starting forwards for Monday night's regular season opener. For the Bobcats, Tyrus Thomas is out with a left ankle sprain. Bobcats coach Paul Silas says D.J. White will start in his place, but that rookie Bismack Biyombo will see significant playing time.

Pacers rout Bobcats, tighten hold on 8th (AP)

Danny Granger scored 33 points and the Indiana Pacers created breathing room from one of their closest competitors for the Eastern Conference's final playoff spot with a 111-88 victory over the slumping Charlotte Bobcats on Wednesday night. Tyler Hansbrough added 24 points and Roy Hibbert had 13 points and 14 rebounds for the Pacers, who moved three games ahead of Charlotte for eighth place by...

Augustin's career-high 31 lift Bobcats (AP)

D.J. Augustin scored a career-high 31 points, including four free throws in the final 11 seconds, Gerald Henderson added three big baskets late, and the Charlotte Bobcats beat the Philadelphia 76ers 100-97 on Thursday night. Avenging an overtime defeat to the 76ers four days earlier, the Bobcats won their second straight game the same night they found out forward Tyrus Thomas would be out up two...

Charlotte Bobcats' Tyrus Thomas out two months with knee tear
The Charlotte Bobcats announced forward Tyrus Thomas will miss approximately eight weeks with a lateral meniscus tear in his left knee that will require surgery.

Charlotte Bobcats' Tyrus Thomas suspended for flagrant foul
Charlotte Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas has been suspended without pay for Monday's game for a flagrant foul against the Hornets' Emeka Okafor.

Bobcats F Thomas suspended 1 game (AP)
Charlotte Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas has been suspended without pay for Monday's game for a flagrant foul against the Hornets' Emeka Okafor. Thomas elbowed Okafor in the head and was ejected for a flagrant foul, penalty two, late in the Bobcats' 88-81 loss Saturday. Thomas will miss Charlotte's game at Philadelphia.

Bobcats' Thomas suspended one game
Charlotte Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas has been suspended without pay for Monday's game for a flagrant foul against the Hornets' Emeka Okafor.

Hornets overcome travel woes, Bobcats (AP)

David West had 26 points and eight rebounds and the weary New Orleans Hornets took advantage of Tyrus Thomas' late ejection to beat the Charlotte Bobcats 88-81 on Saturday night for their fourth straight victory. Chris Paul added 19 points in the return to his home state for the Hornets, who after playing their second straight overtime game didn't arrive at their Charlotte hotel until 6:15...

Hornets survive Bobcats for fourth straight win
David West had 26 points and eight rebounds and the weary New Orleans Hornets took advantage of Tyrus Thomas' late ejection to beat the Charlotte Bobcats 88-81 on Saturday night for their fourth straight victory.

West powers Hornets to 4th straight win
David West had 26 points and eight rebounds and the weary New Orleans Hornets took advantage of Tyrus Thomas' late ejection to beat the Charlotte Bobcats 88-81 on Saturday night for their fourth straight victory.

Jordan watches Bobcats defeat Bulls (AP)

D.J. Augustin had 22 points and 12 assists, hit four decisive free throws down the stretch and outplayed Derrick Rose in the Charlotte Bobcats' 96-91 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday night. The Bulls, off to their best start since their last title under Michael Jordan in 1998, couldn't keep it going with Jordan sitting courtside.

Bobcats keep Wizards winless on road (AP)

Stephen Jackson scored 21 points, D.J. Augustin added 20 and Gerald Henderson had a career-best night as the Charlotte Bobcats kept the Washington Wizards winless on the road with a 104-89 victory on Saturday night. The often forgotten Henderson had 19 points and nine rebounds in 40 minutes -- all career highs -- and Charlotte pulled away early in the fourth quarter to improve to 3-2 under interim...

Bobcats' Jackson, Wallace, Mohammed out (AP)
Things aren't getting any easier for Paul Silas and the Charlotte Bobcats. Silas was missing his two leading scorers against Minnesota on Wednesday night. Stephen Jackson missed the game with a hyperextended left knee and Gerald Wallace has a sprained left ankle. Center Nazr Mohammed also missed the game with a bruised right knee and forward Tyrus Thomas played with tendinitis in his right knee.

Bobcats shake Jackson's off night to top Raptors
Nazr Mohammed had 18 points and eight rebounds, Tyrus Thomas hit the go-ahead jumper with just over a minute left, and the Charlotte Bobcats overcame Stephen Jackson's poor night to beat the Toronto Raptors 97-91 on Tuesday night.

Bobcats' bench keys win over Raptors (AP)

Nazr Mohammed had 18 points and eight rebounds, Tyrus Thomas hit the go-ahead jumper with just over a minute left, and the Charlotte Bobcats overcame Stephen Jackson's poor night to beat the Toronto Raptors 97-91 on Tuesday night. With Jackson held to seven points before fouling out, reserves played key roles as the Bobcats snapped a two-game skid.

Fill-in Meeks scores 26 to lead 76ers (AP)

Jodie Meeks had a lot of fun at the Charlotte Bobcats' expense. Meeks scored a career-high 26 points, 20 in a big first-quarter run, to help the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Bobcats 109-91 on Saturday night. "He was a like flame thrower out there," 76ers coach Doug Collins said. Meeks' performance left the Bobcats torching each other.

Bobcats' Jackson back, has 25 in OT win (AP)

A quieter Stephen Jackson scored 25 points, Boris Diaw added a career-best 16 rebounds and the Charlotte Bobcats recovered from a fourth-quarter meltdown to beat the weary New Jersey Nets 91-84 in overtime Friday night. After the Bobcats blew a seven-point lead with just over a minute left in regulation, Jackson hit four straight free throws in the final 31 seconds of OT.

Knicks win fifth straight, back at .500 (AP)

Raymond Felton had 23 points and 13 assists against his former team, Amare Stoudemire added 20 points and six blocks, and the New York Knicks beat the Charlotte Bobcats 99-95 on Wednesday night for their fifth straight win. With New York leading by two, Felton ripped a rebound away from Tyrus Thomas.

Wallace has 25 and 14 as Bobcats win (AP)

Gerald Wallace had 25 points and 14 rebounds Friday night and managed to show nearly as much flash as No. 1 overall pick John Wall, leading the Charlotte Bobcats to a 93-85 victory over the Washington Wizards. The Bobcats overcame 24 turnovers with a 48-30 rebounding advantage and went ahead for good with a 10-0 run late in the fourth quarter.

Bobcats end 3-game skid, beat Raptors (AP)

Stephen Jackson scored 20 points while Gerald Wallace had 19 points and 14 rebounds to help the Charlotte Bobcats beat the Toronto Raptors 101-96 on Wednesday night, snapping a three-game losing streak. D.J. Augustin had 16 and Tyrus Thomas scored 12 of his 14 points in the fourth quarter to help the Bobcats avoid a 1-7 start for the first time since their 2004-05 expansion season.

Gordon, Prince lead Pistons to first win (AP)

Ben Gordon scored 20 points and Tayshaun Prince had 14 to lead the Detroit Pistons to their first win of the season, 97-90 over the Charlotte Bobcats on Friday night. Detroit (1-5) was off to its worst start since going 0-7 in 1980, but never trailed against the Bobcats. Charlotte fell to 1-4. With Rodney Stuckey benched after ignoring head coach John Kuester during Wednesday's loss in Atlanta,...

Mavericks improve to 13-0 versus Bobcats (AP)

Dirk Nowitzki had 28 points and 13 rebounds, Jason Kidd added 12 points and 18 assists, and the Dallas Mavericks beat the Charlotte Bobcats 101-86 on Wednesday night in the opener for both teams. Jason Terry added 22 points and Caron Butler scored 13 for Dallas. Tyrus Thomas' 22 points and Gerald Wallace's 16 paced the Bobcats, who've never beaten the Mavericks in 13 meetings.

Heat lose to Bobcats despite James' 33 (AP)
LeBron James tipped the ball away at one end, ran well ahead of the pack to grab the deflection, then rose for a fierce one-handed slam. Later, he spun down the lane and beat two defenders for another score that sent Tyrus Thomas falling over courtside photographers. That hamstring issue? It seemed like a non-issue.

Bobcats earn first preseason win (AP)
Tyrus Thomas scored 10 of his 23 points in the fourth quarter and the Charlotte Bobcats won for the first time in five exhibition games this season, beating the Detroit Pistons 97-94 on Saturday night. It wasn't easy for the Bobcats. They gave up a three-point play to Detroit's Rodney Stuckey with 18.3 seconds left, then had to take two timeouts to get the ball inbounds ahead by one with...

Charlotte Bobcats, Tyrus Thomas agree on five-year, $40 million contract
The Charlotte Bobcats made a long-term commitment to forward Tyrus Thomas on Friday, coming to terms on a five-year, $40 million contract with the restricted free agent.

Charlotte Bobcats extend $6.2M qualifying offer to Tyrus Thomas
The Charlotte Bobcats have made a one-year, $6.2 million qualifying offer to Tyrus Thomas, making the power forward a restricted free agent.

2010 NBA Free Agents: Tyrus Thomas of Charlotte Bobcats says he wants to stay in Charlotte
Impending restricted free agent Tyrus Thomas has made it clear: He wants to stay in Charlotte and sign a long-term deal with the Bobcats.

F Thomas wants to remain with Bobcats (AP)
Impending restricted free agent Tyrus Thomas has made it clear: He wants to stay in Charlotte and sign a long-term deal with the Bobcats. Thomas says he "definitely" wants to remain with the Bobcats after being acquired in a February trade from Chicago. General manager Rod Higgins said earlier this month it's likely the Bobcats will offer him a one-year qualifying offer worth a little...

Tyrus Thomas arrives in Charlotte, expected to play for Bobcats against Cleveland Cavaliers
Tyrus Thomas has arrived in Charlotte and is expected to play against Cleveland, a day after being acquired in the Bobcats' latest deal.

Bulls send F Thomas to Bobcats (AP)
Tyrus Thomas has arrived in Charlotte and is expected to play against Cleveland, a day after being acquired in the Bobcats' latest deal. Thomas and Theo Ratliff, acquired in a separate trade, walked onto the court Friday morning after taking their physicals. Most of their new teammates had already left the floor following shootaround, but guard Stephen Jackson hugged them both.

Bulls send F Thomas to Bobcats (AP)
The Charlotte Bobcats have addressed coach Larry Brown's biggest wish, acquiring power forward Tyrus Thomas from the Chicago Bulls. Charlotte on Thursday sent a future, protected first-round pick to Chicago, along with the expiring contracts of guards Flip Murray and Acie Law. The Bobcats have lacked depth behind Boris Diaw.

Source: Chicago Bulls to trade Tyrus Thomas to Charlotte Bobcats for Flip Murry, Acie Law and a protected first-round pick, pending league approval
Source: Chicago Bulls to trade Tyrus Thomas to Charlotte Bobcats for Flip Murry, Acie Law and a protected first-round pick, pending league approval.

Rose shakes off hip injury to lift Bulls (AP)

Derrick Rose made it look easy despite a bruised right hip, hitting his first nine shots and scoring 29 points to lead the Chicago Bulls to a 118-85 victory over the New York Knicks on Tuesday. Still sore from a hard foul by Orlando's Dwight Howard last week, Rose shook it off with a dominant performance as the Bulls matched their most lopsided win of the season and handed the Knicks their...

Deng scores 23 to lead Bulls past Pacers (AP)

Luol Deng had 23 points and 11 rebounds, and the Chicago Bulls beat the Indiana Pacers 109-101 on Tuesday night. Derrick Rose and John Salmons each scored 21 points for the Bulls, who had lost three of their previous four. Kirk Hinrich scored 17 points, and Brad Miller added 13 for Chicago. Danny Granger had 27 points and 10 rebounds, Troy Murphy had 18 points and 16 rebounds and Earl Watson added...

Bulls end 3-game skid, keep Heat reeling (AP)

Luol Deng scored 25 points, Derrick Rose added 24 and the Chicago Bulls beat the Miami Heat 95-91 Saturday night to snap a three-game losing streak. After blowing a fourth-quarter lead the previous night at Atlanta, the Bulls showed the poise that led to five straight wins before this skid and prevailed even though they were missing the injured Joakim Noah and suspended Tyrus Thomas.

Bulls suspend F Thomas for game vs. Heat (AP)
The Bulls have suspended forward Tyrus Thomas for their game against the Miami Heat for conduct detrimental to the team. Thomas' suspension is another blow to a team that had lost three straight and was already short-handed up front for Saturday's game, with Joakim Noah sidelined by plantar fasciitis in his left foot that is expected to keep him out until after the All-Star break.

Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas suspended for conduct detrimental to the team
Tyrus Thomas was suspended for "conduct detrimental to the team."

Brand, Iguodala get 76ers by Bulls in OT (AP)

Elton Brand scored 26 points, and Andre Iguodala had 25 points, eight rebounds and eight assists to help the Philadelphia 76ers rally for a 106-103 overtime victory over the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday night. Willie Green added 15 points in place of Allen Iverson, Lou Williams had 14, and Samuel Dalembert finished with 10 points and 13 rebounds for the Sixers (17-31), who have won two in a row.

Bulls beat Thunder, move back to .500 (AP)

Derrick Rose scored 26 points, Joakim Noah added 13 points and 11 rebounds and the Chicago Bulls held the Oklahoma City without a field goal for the first eight minutes of the fourth quarter on their way to a 96-86 victory on Wednesday night. The Bulls won their fourth straight road game and improved to 22-22, returning to .500 for the first time since they were 6-6 on Nov.

Miller steps up for Noah in Bulls' win (AP)

Brad Miller scored 25 points in place of the injured Joakim Noah, and Taj Gibson added 16 points and 14 rebounds to help the Chicago Bulls beat the Houston Rockets 104-97 on Saturday night. Derrick Rose scored 20 points, and Kirk Hinrich added 12 points and seven assists for the Bulls, who've won six of their last eight games.

Bulls cruise, Pistons' skid reaches 13 (AP)

Chicago Bulls coach Vinny Del Negro has finally caught a little bit of a break. He is coaching an injury-free roster and for the time being the schedule has lightened up. Luol Deng scored 27 points on 13-of-18 shooting and the Bulls handed the Detroit Pistons their 13th consecutive loss, 120-87 on Monday night.

Bulls top Hornets in Thomas' return
After watching helplessly the previous 22 games -- 15 of which his Bulls lost, many in gut-wrenching fashion -- Tyrus Thomas was thrilled to be back on the court, helping Chicago build and protect a lead.

Balanced Bulls top Hornets in Thomas' return
Tyrus Thomas returned from injury to score 21 points, Joakim Noah added 17 points and 18 rebounds, and the Chicago Bulls capped an eventful week with a 96-85 victory over the New Orleans Hornets on Saturday night.

Thomas returns, leads Bulls over Hornets (AP)

Tyrus Thomas returned from injury to score 21 points, Joakim Noah added 17 points and 18 rebounds, and the Chicago Bulls capped an eventful week with a 96-85 victory over the New Orleans Hornets on Saturday night. Thomas, back after missing 22 games with a broken left forearm, was active from the moment he entered to a nice ovation 3:09 into the game.

Chicago Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas practices without restrictions for first time since breaking his forearm
Chicago Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas practices without restrictions for first time since breaking his forearm.

Chicago Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas returns to practice with non-contact drills
Chicago Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas returns to practice with non-contact drills.

Vinny Del Negro: Surgery for Chicago Bulls' Tyrus Thomas goes well
Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas had surgery on his left forearm Saturday, a day after he broke it during a weight-training session.

Bulls' Thomas breaks arm, out 4-6 weeks
Chicago Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas broke his left forearm during a weight training session at practice Friday and will have surgery Saturday. He could miss 4-6 weeks. In four games this season, the fourth-year player from LSU is averaging eight points and five rebounds in 21 minutes. Thomas, who had been battling the flu, played only 12 minutes in Chicago's victory at Cleveland on Thursday. X-rays confirmed the injury Friday. Team physicians Dr. Brian Cole and Dr.

Chicago Bulls' Tyrus Thomas injures arm weightlifting
The Bulls' Tyrus Thomas injured his arm weightlifting.

Chicago Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas still is sick and is doubtful for Thursday's game against Cleveland Cavaliers
Chicago Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas still is sick and is doubtful for Thursday's game against Cleveland Cavaliers.

Chicago Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas fails to get new deal with Bulls
The Bulls and forward Tyrus Thomas fail to reach an agreement on a new deal by Monday's deadline.

Chicago Bulls send Tyrus Thomas home with flu-like symptoms; will start Taj Gibson
The Bulls say Derrick Rose is healthy enough to start the opener against the Spurs.

Rose sharp as Bulls win opener vs. Spurs (AP)

Derrick Rose scored 13 points and had seven assists to lead the balanced Chicago Bulls to an impressive 92-85 season-opening victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Thursday night. Rose, who missed most of the preseason with an injured ankle, waved and blew a kiss toward the crowd before the opening tip.

Bulls exercise contract options on Thomas, Noah
The Chicago Bulls exercised contract options for the 2009-10 season on forward Tyrus Thomas, guard Thabo Sefolosha and center Joakim Noah on Friday.

Bulls pick up options on 3 players (AP)
The Chicago Bulls exercised contract options for the 2009-10 season on forward Tyrus Thomas, guard Thabo Sefolosha and center Joakim Noah on Friday. Thomas has averaged 6.0 points and 4.2 rebounds in two seasons. The fourth overall pick by Portland in 2006, he was acquired in a trade for the draft rights to LaMarcus Aldridge.

Bulls G Hughes dislocates right shoulder (AP)

Injuries are piling up for the Chicago Bulls -- and the regular season has yet to begin. Larry Hughes dislocated his right shoulder in the third quarter of the Bulls' 85-75 preseason victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night. He joins Ben Gordon, Tyrus Thomas and Michael Ruffin on the sidelines.

Jazz PG Williams injures ankle in win (AP)

Carlos Boozer had 17 points and 15 rebounds, and the Utah Jazz beat the Chicago Bulls 88-80 in a preseason game on Saturday night despite losing Deron Williams to injury in the first quarter. Williams left the game after falling awkwardly and spraining his left ankle. Williams had X-rays, which were negative, but he didn't return to the game.

Gordon returns in Bulls' preseason win (AP)

Ben Gordon scored 23 points, including two free throws with 10 seconds left, to lift the Chicago Bulls to a 108-105 preseason victory over the Utah Jazz on Friday night. Andres Nocioni added 20 points and Tyrus Thomas had 16 points and 12 rebounds for Chicago in the game played at the Assembly Hall on the University of Illinois campus.

Bulls win despite LeBron's 24 in 1st (AP)

LeBron James delivered jaw-dropping dunks and precise jumpers. He couldn't deliver a victory, though. While James tied his team record by scoring 24 of his 34 points in the first quarter, Luol Deng finished with 21 to lead the Chicago Bulls to a 100-95 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday night.

Thomas mum on why he missed practice
Chicago Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas would not reveal his reasons for skipping Wednesday's practice, but said a recent drop in playing time had nothing to do with it. Thomas was a no-show after playing just under nine foul-plagued minutes in Tuesday's win over Memphis, drawing a two-game suspension from the team that started when Chicago hosted Cleveland on Thursday. It was the second time in three games he played fewer than 10 minutes. "That wasn't the reason for me missing practice," he said.

Bulls' Thomas mum on reason for missing practice
Chicago Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas would not reveal his reasons for skipping Wednesday's practice, but said a recent drop in playing time had nothing to do with it.

Bulls' Thomas mum over skipped practice (AP)
Chicago Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas would not reveal his reasons for skipping Wednesday's practice, but said a recent drop in playing time had nothing to do with it. Thomas was a no-show after playing just under nine foul-plagued minutes in Tuesday's win over Memphis, drawing a two-game suspension from the team that started when Chicago hosted Cleveland on Thursday.

Thomas suspended, Murphy fined $10K
Chicago Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas was suspended for one game and Indiana Pacers forward Troy Murphy was fined $10,000 for fighting. Thomas was suspended for striking Murphy in the face during a game in Indianapolis, and Murphy was fined for shoving Thomas, the league said. The fight happened Wednesday, with the Bulls leading 41-36 with 3:51 left in the second quarter. Both players were ejected. The Pacers went on to win 117-102.

Bulls F Thomas suspended for 1 game (AP)
Chicago Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas was suspended for one game and Indiana Pacers forward Troy Murphy was fined $10,000 for fighting. Thomas was suspended for striking Murphy in the face during a game in Indianapolis, and Murphy was fined for shoving Thomas, the league said. The fight happened Wednesday, with the Bulls leading 41-36 with 3:51 left in the second quarter.

Bulls' Thomas gets 1-game suspension for hitting
Chicago Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas has been suspended for one game for fighting during the game against the Indiana Pacers, the NBA said on Friday.

Pacers win testy game with Bulls 117-102 (AP)

Kareem Rush scored 22 points to lead the Indiana Pacers to a 117-102 win over the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday night in a wild game that featured five technical fouls and two ejections. Jamaal Tinsley added 18 points and eight assists for Indiana in first home game since he was shot at, but unhurt, early Sunday morning in downtown Indianapolis.

Pacers' Murphy, Bulls' Thomas tossed after tussle
Indiana center Troy Murphy and Chicago forward Tyrus Thomas were ejected after an altercation Wednesday night.

Smack: Blame the Bulls front office
Kirk Hinrich and Tyrus Thomas are two youngsters Dime says the woeful Bulls should have shopped for a star in the off-season.

Reports: Skiles apologizes for ripping Ty Thomas
Bulls coach Scott Skiles apologized for critical comments about Tyrus Thomas.

Thomas powers Bulls by Pistons 97-93 (AP)

The push and the extra motivation the struggling Chicago Bulls needed came from the team that eliminated them from the playoffs last spring. After a surprising 0-4 start, Chicago beat the Detroit Pistons 97-93 on Thursday night, riding 19 points and 14 rebounds from Tyrus Thomas for that elusive first victory.

Bulls C Wallace sprains left ankle (AP)

Kirk Hinrich scored 20 points and Ben Wallace scored eight points before leaving late in the second quarter with a sprained left ankle as the Chicago Bulls defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 97-81 on Thursday night. In their final preseason game, the Bulls also lost forward Tyrus Thomas in the third quarter with a right foot injury and rookie forward Joakim Noah went down in the fourth quarter with what...

Nocioni, Thomas lead Bulls past Pacers
Andres Nocioni scored 20 points to lead the Chicago Bulls to a 100-88 preseason victory over the Indiana Pacers on Saturday night. Tyrus Thomas added 15 points and seven rebounds. But this was Nocioni's night. He appears to be in form after being hobbled by plantar fasciitis in his right foot, which caused him to miss 28 of 29 games down the stretch and limited him in the playoffs last season. Nocioni was 4-of-5 on 3-pointers and 7-of-9 overall.

Bulls exercise options on Tyrus Thomas, Thabo Sefolosha
The Chicago Bulls announced today the team has picked up the options on the 2008-09 contracts of forward Tyrus Thomas and guard Thabo Sefolosha. The announcement means that both players will be under contract to the Bulls for the 2008-09 season. Thomas (6-9, 215) appeared in 72 games (four starts) last year and averaged 5.2 ppg, [...]

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