Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah has predicted an "exciting year" for his team this season, as he prepares for training camp.

The 28-year-old struggled with a foot injury through the latter stages of last season as the Bulls fell away in the playoffs, but revealed that he feels great and is "ready to go" in an interview with Bulls TV.

"It's going to be an exciting year. A lot of guys came in early, and are putting in the work. Mentally and physically we're just ready to go," he added.

With Derrick Rose set to return from injury, the Bulls will be among a group of teams looking to challenge the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference.