Wallace might get a bit of rest

"I don't know exactly what I'm going to bring, but I know I'm going to play as hard as I can, bring some passion and some energy and, hopefully, it helps us win some ballgames."

More matter-of-factly than maliciously, Bulls coach Scott Skiles hinted at reducing Ben Wallace's playing time further as the veteran center continues to be bothered by a sore left ankle.

'If he's injured and can't get it done out there, we have to get somebody in there who can,' Skiles said after Monday's two-hour practice at the Berto Center.

Expect rookie Joakim Noah to take some of Wallace's minutes if the veteran's jumping ability continues to be hampered. Wallace, who is averaging only 3.7 rebounds in 30 minutes per game, admitted as much Saturday night in Milwaukee. Read more

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