Big Ben’s band is back

"I think it takes a coach who is willing to adapt a little bit and listen to his players, understanding the big picture is winning"

For a franchise that endured answering questions about Dennis Rodman's muzzled German shepherd on Bulls Media Day, vintage 1996, Monday night at the Berto Center seemed subdued, if not equally silly.

Ben Wallace will be allowed to wear his signature headband this season.

'We still have a no-headband rule,' coach Scott Skiles said. 'I just left it up to the guys who have been here if they wanted to make an exception for Ben. I was fine with it. They were fine with it.'

That a piece of fabric could elicit questions and expend brainpower felt odd on the eve of a season in which the Bulls are expected to challenge for the Eastern Conference title. Read more

One Response to “Big Ben’s band is back”

  1. I used to love seeing Ben with the head band in Detroit and I alway felt that he should have it with the Bulls also and look like he will .

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