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Nick Shepkowski

Nick Shepkowski

Nick Shepkowski

Nick Shepkowski is the associate producer of McNeil and Spiegel on 670 The Score (weekdays 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m) and heads the “research and development” part of the show. A fan of all four major sports, Nick follows the NFL, MLB, and college football closest and enjoys sharing his thoughts and research on all. You can follow him on Twitter @Shep670.

Richard Hamilton. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Shepkowski: Second Half To Forget In The Second City

Everything was looking right for the Bulls in game two of the eastern conference quarterfinals…until the second half started.

670 The Score–2012/05/02

Luol Deng

Video: Luol Deng Postgame

Luol Deng addressed the media and discussed the second half problems after the game.

670 The Score–2012/05/01

Evan Turner and Derrick Rose. (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

Shepkowski: A Somber Bulls Locker Room

The Bulls went up 1-0 against the Philadelphia 76ers but their confidence was shaken with another setback to Derrick Rose.

670 The Score–2012/04/28

Joakim Noah #13 of the Chicago Bulls drives on Kevin Seraphin #13 of the Washington Wizards during the game on April 16, 2012 at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

Video: Joakim Noah Postgame

Joakim Noah addresses the media and gives his reaction to the Bulls game one victory over Philadelphia.

670 The Score–2012/04/28

Derrick Rose and LeBron James. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Shepkowski: Heat Not Concerned With Road Woes

By – Nick Shepkowski (CBS) With the Bulls comeback win Thursday night at United Center they essentially wrapped up the #1 seed in the Eastern Conference for a second year in a row, now sitting [...]

670 The Score–2012/04/12

Richard Hamilton of the Chicago Bulls passes over Courtney Lee of the Houston Rockets at the United Center on April 2, 2012 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Shepkowski: Hamilton Peaking At Right Time For Bulls

When you’re the biggest off-season addition for a team that led the NBA in wins a season ago, expectations are high.

670 The Score–2012/04/11

Derrick Rose and LeBron James. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Shepkowski: A Deeper Look At Bulls-Heat Race For No. 1 Seed

The Bulls currently hold a two game lead in the standings over the Heat, but two games left against Miami could easily make up that differential. Here’s a deeper look at what remains before the playoffs for both teams:

670 The Score–2012/04/10

Luol Deng of the Chicago Bulls takes a shot against (L-R) Jermaine O'Neal #7 and Paul Pierce #34 of the Boston Celtics during the game on February 16, 2012 at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

Bulls Notebook: Thibs ‘Hopeful’ For Rose’s Return

As for Derrick Rose, he noted before Thursday night’s game that he’ll play Sunday in New York.

670 The Score–2012/04/06

Brian Kelly

Shepkowski: Notre Dame Picks Up 10th Commitment

Notre Dame head coach Brian Kelly continued a recent hot-streak in recruiting Wednesday morning by landing his tenth commitment for the recruiting class of 2013 when cornerback Devin Butler made his college choice known via Twitter.

CBS Chicago–2012/04/04

Jameer Nelson of the Orlando Magic goes to the basket past Ronnie Brewer, Derrick Rose, Carlos Boozer  and Joakim Noah of the Chicago Bulls during the NBA game on March 8, 2012 at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

Bulls Notebook: 4 Games, 5 Nights

Catch up with the latest news on the Bulls injuries, if tired legs played into their loss Thursday night and what some players are already looking forward to despite being months and months away.

670 The Score–2012/03/08

Derrick Rose. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Shepkowski: Rose Won’t Let Pacers Rivalry Go

“That’s something that I don’t forget and I don’t know what they were doing in my eyes,” Rose said.

670 The Score–2012/03/05

Bill Carmody

Shepkowski: How Northwestern’s Resume Stacks Up

After losing to Ohio State in a heart-breaker Wednesday night, Northwestern is still sitting right on the edge of the NCAA Tournament bubble.

CBS Chicago–2012/03/01

Joakim Noah

Shepkowski: Trade Talks Grow Old In Bulls Locker Room

A big to-do was made about an internet rumor Sunday night that had the Bulls sending Carlos Boozer and potentially C.J. Watson to the Lakers in exchange for Pau Gasol.

670 The Score–2012/02/20

Luol Deng

Shepkowski: A Different Deng Sans Derrick

With Derrick Rose again out it was Deng that was perhaps the most key-cog in getting the Bulls offense going as he had a career-night from beyond the arc, hitting 6/9 three-point attempts in route to matching Carlos Boozer with a game-high 23 points.

670 The Score–2012/02/16

Derrick Rose. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

Thibodeau: Derrick Rose ‘Very Close’ To Return

“(Rose) went thru his workout and didn’t have problems” Thibodeau said. “Feeling a lot better but we’re just going to wait and see how he feels tomorrow.”

2012/02/16

Tom Thibodeau

Shepkowski: Bulls Downplay Thibodeau’s All-Star Appearance

The Bulls improved to 24-7 on the season and guaranteed head coach Tom Thibodeau an appearance as the head coach of the Eastern Conference squad in the 2012 NBA All-Star Game.

CBS Chicago–2012/02/15

Derrick Rose. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Rose On His Back: “Everyday It’s Improving”

Despite not being able to return to the lineup against the Sacramento Kings Tuesday, Derrick Rose claims to be on the road to recovery with his recent back issue.

CBS Chicago–2012/02/14

Joakim Noah #13 of the Chicago Bulls attempts a dunk against (L-R) Danny Granger #33, David West #21 and Roy Hibbert #55 of the Indiana Pacers during the NBA preseason game on December 20, 2011 at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

Shepkowski: Bulls First Home Loss A Major Letdown

Despite trailing by nine with just under four minutes remaining versus Indiana on Wednesday night the Bulls were able to get an open look to take the lead with 22 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter.

670 The Score–2012/01/25

Prince Fielder. (Photo by Jared Wickerham/Getty Images)

Shepkowski: Cubs Fans Should Be Thrilled By Fielder Signing

Prince Fielder is among the best left-handed hitters in baseball, and Cubs fans are excited today because of Tuesday’s news of the Detroit Tigers signing the All-Star first baseman out of the National League Central.

670 The Score–2012/01/25

Carlos Boozer

Shepkowski: Boozer Leads Way For Rose-less Bulls

For the first time without Derrick Rose the Bulls offense appeared to not miss a beat in Tuesday nights 118-97 win over the Phoenix Suns.

2012/01/17

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