Miller Valuable in Multiple Ways

ESPN’s John Hollinger recently discussed what he projects Brad Miller’s role to be this season for the Bulls.  “Miller will be the Bulls’ backup center and probably play 20-25 minutes a night behind Joakim Noah,” Hollinger writes.  ”While his defensive limitations are clear, he’s a useful asset to the Bulls because he provides two things they otherwise lack — a big man with bulk who can win physical battles, and an effective high post player who can shoot and pass.  In fact, even with his weaknesses, he rates as one of the game’s top backup centers.”

“But he may have even more value to the team after the season … after he leaves,” Hollinger continues.  “He has an expiring contract worth $12 million, but the Bulls are almost certain to hang on to it and use the ensuing cap space to dive into the free-agent market in 2010.”  Miller can still provide the Bulls with valuable minutes when the Bulls are looking for more offense.  As Hollinger notes, he’s a more than capable backup center, but his true value rests in his expiring contract.  The $12 million that will come off the books at the end of the season will position the team to make a serious run at a top-level free agent like Dwyane Wade or Chris Bosh.

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