Pau Gasol is a proud athlete who has accomplished so many things over his career in basketball: Two NBA titles, five All-Star game appearances, plus a number of championships in international competition with Spain's national team.
So, it's understandable the Bulls are being very careful in what they say about the 35-year-old big man.
The front office is still hoping this inconsistent group can come together in time to make a playoff run in an Eastern Conference that is decidedly mediocre once you get past the Cavaliers. And, in order to be at their best in the postseason, the Bulls will need Gasol functioning at a high level on the offensive end.