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Kobe Bryant takes some time out for kids
Kobe poses with students in Chicago. (Tribune photo)

Bryant takes some time out for kids

Kobe Bryant encountered more than 100 kids at an After-School All-Stars program at Walsh School in Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood Friday.

Bulls promote Rose for Rookie of Year

"In an impressive class of rookies, it's clear that Derrick has established himself as the cream of the crop," general manager John Paxson said in the news release announcing the web site. "And he'd be very deserving of Rookie of the Year honors."

Should he stay or should he go?

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Derrick Rose in action

Derrick Rose in action

Photos of the No. 1 pick in the 2008 NBA Draft from Simeon H.S.

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I like 'em — Clearing the way for 2010 (3851 responses)

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Don't like 'em — What's the plan? (920 responses)

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Our guy tries out for the D-League

He got game? Not so much anymore, but trying out elevates K.C. Johnson's esteem for aspiring pros.

2008 NBA DRAFT CENTRAL

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