bulls 97, suns 94

Exciting times for the No. 1 seed Chicago Bulls heading into the playoffs! I photographed their 3 point win over the Suns last week. I can only hope I get to cover a playoff game, what with homecourt advantage and all... definitely a career highlight for this basketball fan.

Chicago's Taj Gibson puts up a shot against Phoenix's Hakim Warrick in the second half of the game on Tuesday at the United Center in Chicago.

Phoenix's Steve Nash splits the defense in the first half.

Chicago's Derrick Rose eyes up the competition.

Chicago's Luol Deng goes up for a shot as Phoenix's Josh Childress attempts a block in the second half of the game on Tuesday at the United Center in Chicago. The Bulls defeated the Suns 97-94.

Chicago's Carlos Boozer looks to pass.

Young fans cheer on their team.

Halftime entertainment!

Another shot for those Pippen fans out there.

The Bulls re-group.