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Chicago Bulls Player Grades 2013-14: Kirk Hinrich

By James D. Tillman III

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Chicago Bulls shooting guard Kirk Hinrich (12) before the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Bulls at the American Airlines Center. The Bulls defeated the Mavericks 100-91. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Chicago Bulls shooting guard Kirk Hinrich (12) before the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Bulls at the American Airlines Center. The Bulls defeated the Mavericks 100-91. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /
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Apr 29, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Kirk Hinrich (12) reacts after a foul call against the Washington Wizards during the second half in game five of the first round of the 2014 NBA Playoffs at United Center. The Wizards won 75-69 and won the series 4-1. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 29, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Kirk Hinrich (12) reacts after a foul call against the Washington Wizards during the second half in game five of the first round of the 2014 NBA Playoffs at United Center. The Wizards won 75-69 and won the series 4-1. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports /

One of the reasons why Hinrich has earned the respect of Tom Thibodeau and his teammates is because of his professional demeanor both on and off the court.

As ESPN Chicago’s Nick Friedell reports, here is what the veteran point guard had to say during the team’s final media session on Apr. 30:

"I grew up a Bull in this league. I will always think of myself as a Chicago Bull no matter what happens. Just moving forward, I have a great relationship with a lot of my teammates here who are coming back. The organization — there’s definitely a lot of history there."

Final Grade: B

Apr 29, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Kirk Hinrich (12) reacts against the Washington Wizards f in the first half of game five in the first round of the 2014 NBA Playoffs at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 29, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Kirk Hinrich (12) reacts against the Washington Wizards f in the first half of game five in the first round of the 2014 NBA Playoffs at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-USA TODAY Sports /

Most fans may say that Hinrich was not a great scorer and he did not shoot the ball at a high percentage.

And based on his season averages, that statement would be correct.

However, the Bulls did not sign Hinrich to be a prolific scorer or to shoot lights out each night.

He was acquired to provide the team with leadership at the starting point guard position and defend—both of which he did very well.

Whether or not he has played his last game for the Bulls remains to be seen.

But being that Hinrich and the front office have a mutual respect for one another, it is possible he will be back again next season.

James Tillman is a Staff Writer for HoopsHabit.com and a sports contributor for Football Nation and Sports Kings/Pass The Pill. James is also a former Featured Sports Contributor for Yahoo! Contributor Network.   

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