PHILADELPHIA — Dennis Rodman apologized Tuesday for the antics that cost him a six-game suspension without pay plus a $20,000 fine. “To Chicago Bulls fans and my teammates, I want to

publicly apologize for my actions on Saturday,” Rodman said in a statement. “I was wrong in making contact with any NBA official and I deserve to be punished for my actions, although I do

believe [the sanctions] were severe. I realize NBA referees are doing their job and it’s my job to respect them and the rules of the game and not put my teammates in jeopardy. “I realize I

let them down and my sole aim is to bring a championship back to Chicago.” MORE TO READ