CHGO Producer Joey Spathis joins us to discuss the latest Twitter trade rumors involving Zach LaVine. We also discuss the Bulls offseason and whether they'll actually see continuity pay off this season. We take another look at the Eastern Conference picture to see if there's any room for the Bulls to overachieve. We also talked to Joey about his experiences at CHGO and how it's shaped him as a Chicago sports fan.
Aug 30, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 202
Matt Gentile and Drew Stevens of Rebuild-A-Bull join us for our 200th episode. We get into the Bulls schedule for the upcoming season and discuss how important it is for the team to get off to a hot start with a favorable opening schedule. We also looked at the Eastern Conference and wondered how much the landscape will change this season. We also talked Bulls Fest, and Marc Eversley's comments on the team's offseason. This led to a discussion on Coby White, and if Eversley's comments suggest a ...
Aug 22, 2023•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 201
Doug Thonus of the Bulls Beat joins us for reaction to the Bulls re-signing Ayo, as we wonder if he'll be able to earn a consistent role in the rotation this season. We also got into Javon Freeman-Liberty's two-way deal with the Toronto Raptors and whether the Bulls got it wrong by not finding a place for JFL on the roster. We also talked Onuralp Bitim's two-way deal with the Bulls, looked at the Bulls win total upside with the current roster, and more.
Jul 24, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 200
Sporting News' Steph Noh joins us for reaction to the Bulls Summer League. We get into Dalen Terry's play and discuss whether Terry has a path to playing time this upcoming season. We also talked Javon Freeman-Liberty's play and wondered how the Bulls will proceed forward with him after a solid Summer League. We also get Steph's reaction to the Bulls offseason and if the team can realistically bounce back from last year with the additions of Jevon Carter and Torrey Craig
Jul 19, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 199
Swish Theory's Larry Golden joins us for reaction to the Bulls latest free agent signing in Torrey Craig. He helps us break down Craig's fit with the team, whether the Bulls could actually win more games this season, and how Craig's signing could affect Patrick Williams. We then shift to summer league talk, and discuss Dalen Terry's outlook and why the Bulls have to prioritize playing him this year. We also get into a little talk about Adama Sanogo and Julian Phillips. We also talk the Disabled ...
Jul 06, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 198
Corey Tulaba of No Ceilings joins for reaction to the Bulls moves in NBA free agency so far. We discuss Coby White's return, Nikola Vucevic's contract extension and the signing and fit of Jevon Carter. We then turn to the Twitter-rumors of a potential Zach LaVine trade brewing and wondered whether LaVine could be linked to any of the major offseason trade developments. Corey also gives us his insight on Julian Phillips, Adama Sanogo, and Onuralp Bitim.
Jul 02, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 197
The Athletic's Darnell Mayberry joins us for reaction to the Bulls trading into the draft to select Julian Phillips and if it was a wise long-term move for the team. We also continued discussion on the likelihood of the Bulls making a significant trade with one of their veteran pieces. We also had reaction to AK's post-draft presser and wondered if his moves in free agency will align. We wrapped the show with a comparison of Coby White and Ayo Dosunmu and the chances the team brings back both pl...
Jun 28, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 196
CHGO's Matt Peck and Big Dave join us for a pre-draft show. We discuss the rumored numbers Vucevic's extension and whether retaining him is a wise move. We also get into all of the trade speculation surrounding Zach LaVine and if the Bradley Beal deal has any ties to a potential move. This leads to a conversation about LaVine's negative career perception and why it could create a weaker trade market than deals for past all-stars. We also talked Lonzo Ball and how the team will proceed with his f...
Jun 21, 2023•1 hr 51 min•Ep. 195
CHGO's Stephen Pridgeon-Garner joins us to discuss the Chicago Sky's start to the season. We talk the team's roster overhaul led by James Wade in the offseason, how they're building around Kahleah Copper, new acquisition Marina Mabrey, and where they'll end up finishing at the end of the season. We wrapped the episode with some Bulls talk on a possible new contract for NIkola Vucevic, an update on Lonzo Ball's future, and continued confusion about what exactly the Bulls can do this offseason to ...
Jun 03, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 194
CHGO's Will Gottlieb joins us to discuss Zach LaVine's trade value and if this offseason is the Bulls last chance to get optimal value for their all-star. We all discuss the likelihood of a trade between the Blazers and Bulls, DeMar DeRozan's trade value, and Will's experience at the NBA Draft Lottery and Draft Combine.
May 28, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 193
Corey Tulaba of No Ceilings joins us to discuss the Bulls draft strategy without any picks in hand and second round and undrafted talent that could be of interest. We also reacted to some trade rumors and looked back on the 2022 Draft to wonder if Dalen Terry is still the right selection. Also discussion of Brandon Miller vs. Scoot Henderson, the Thompson twins, and more.
May 23, 2023•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 192
Swish Theory's Kris Amundson joins us to discuss the Bulls offseason plans, as we continue the discussion of retool vs. rebuild vs. run it back. We looked deeper into the front office's comments on changing the shot profile of the team for next season. We also look into Coby White's free agency to figure out if the Bulls will prioritize retaining him. Also, Kris provides a great review of Patrick Williams in this week's Project Pat segment, we discuss the NBA playoffs and give our current finals...
May 03, 2023•1 hr 50 min•Ep. 191
Rob Schaefer joins for reaction to the Bulls play-in loss to the Miami Heat. We get into the perception of Zach LaVine after a bad performance in Miami, the front office's end of season presser, speculate about which players won't be in Chicago next season, whether retooling the team makes sense, and the chances of re-signing Coby White. We also discuss whether Bulls fans should be down on AK and Eversley and we get into some reaction from around the NBA in the playoffs so far.
Apr 19, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 190
Mark Schindler returns to discuss the regular season finale after the Bulls defeated the Detroit Pistons. We got into predictions for the Bulls play-in game against the Raptors Wednesday and looked at how the two teams match up. We also wondered who the Bulls would want to face between Miami and Atlanta, if they beat Toronto. We also discussed Pat Bev's impact on the team, what went right and wrong for the offense and defense this season, Coby White's improvement and future with the team, and mo...
Apr 10, 2023•57 min•Ep. 189
Swish Theory's Larry Golden joins us to discuss what's been a solid March for the Chicago Bulls. We reacted to the Bulls win over the Los Angeles Lakers, complete with Pat Bev antics, and discussed why his acquisiton has been so necessary to the team's improved play. We looked at the play-in picture and wondered if the Bulls are peaking at the right time with eight games left. We also give Coby White his flowers, discussed why Ayo didn't take a jump this season, and got in our Project Pat bag to...
Mar 27, 2023•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 188
Morten Jensen returns for reaction to the Bulls solid play in March and how Patrick Beverley has been instrumental in the team's performance. We wondered whether this play is meaningful for the team's direction and got into a conversation about what a rebuild or a retool could look like in the offseason. We also discussed what Zach LaVine's elite production after the all-star break means for his future in Chicago and we reacted to the latest Lonzo Ball injury update and what it means for his car...
Mar 19, 2023•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 187
Corey Tulaba of No Ceilings joins us to discuss his reaction to the trade deadline, Patrick Beverley's early impact on the Bulls, the Bulls shutting down Lonzo Ball for the season, the team's chances of making the play-in, and our guesses of what direction the team will go in during the offseason. We also got into some NBA Draft discussion and looked at players who could fit the Bulls if they end up getting a pick in the draft.
Feb 26, 2023•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 186
CHGO's Will Gottlieb joins for reaction to the NBA Trade Deadline, the trade rumors surrounding Zach LaVine, Vuc's future with the team, the chances of the Bulls making the play-in, and whether adding Russell Westbrook makes sense for the rest of the season.
Feb 11, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 185
Big Dave and C-Dub of Bawl! Sports join us for our annual trade deadline episode. We get into what direction the Bulls should take, which players are most likely to be dealt, which players should not be moved, targets from other teams, and much more. We also discuss the latest on Lonzo Ball, revisit Billy Donovan's secret contract extension, and the improvements the team is making game-by-game.
Feb 05, 2023•1 hr 53 min•Ep. 184
Jackson Frank joins us to discuss the play of the Bulls Big 3 during their 17-game stretch, Coby White and Patrick Williams development, the team's approach to the trade deadline, the Eastern Conference playoff picture, and more.
Jan 25, 2023•57 min•Ep. 183
Elias Schuster of Bleacher Nation joins us to discuss whether the Bulls can become a legitimate playoff team, Zach LaVine's return to form, Patrick Williams deadline, thoughts on Lauri Markkanen's revenge game against the Bulls, and the urgency level the team is working with as they approach this year's trade deadline.
Jan 08, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 182
Chuck Swirsky joins us to discuss some of his favorite memories doing play-by-play in his career, his thoughts on how the Bulls season has played out so far, whether the team can make the postseason this year, and why their struggles against inferior teams. We also discussed Lonzo Ball's injury update, the Bulls recent hot streak, Zach LaVine's return to form, and much more.
Dec 31, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 181
Kris Amundson of Swish Theory joins us to react to the Bulls back-to-back losses to the Knicks, the latest injury news on Lonzo Ball, the areas that are holding the Bulls back, a discussion on what a rebuild or retool might look like for the Bulls, positive signs for Patrick Williams, and much more.
Dec 18, 2022•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 180
Larro Golden of Swish Theory joins us to react to the Bulls 123-122 OT loss to the Hawks after an A.J. Griffin buzzer beater. Discussion on the final play and what the team could have done differently. We get into a discussion of how Billy Donovan is running the Bulls offense, and react to the news of his contract extension. We also discussed Zach LaVine returning to form and whether this 10-game stretch in December can make or break the Bulls season.
Dec 12, 2022•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 179
Corey Tulaba of No Ceilings joins us to recap all of the Bulls drama from their loss to the Orlando Magic, Zach LaVine's 4th Quarter benching, the team's continued slow starts, whether it's feasible for the team to actually rebuild at some point, a discussion about the Bulls history of developing young players, and more.
Nov 20, 2022•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 178
Mat Issa of SB Nation joins to discuss if the Bulls roster is built for playoff success, Zach LaVine's knee management, Patrick Williams increased involvement in the offense this week, Lonzo Ball's recovery, and more.
Nov 07, 2022•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 177
NBC Sports Chicago's Rob Schaefer joins us to recap the Bulls back-to-back losses to the Spurs and Sixers and their slow starts in games so far this season. We also discussed Patrick Williams development for the season, the Bulls attempts at balancing developing young talent and winning now, and whether the team needs a starting lineup shakeup.
Oct 30, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 176
John Sabine, Matt Peck, and Big Dave join us for reactions to the Bulls opening week, DeMar DeRozan's play, Patrick Williams struggles, and much more.
Oct 22, 2022•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 175
Mark Schindler joins us to wrap up the Bulls preseason play. We discuss the improvements the Bulls are looking to make on offense, the Bulls guard depth, the media perception of this year's team, and we look ahead to the regular season.
Oct 17, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 174
We react to the first stretch of preseason games with Kris Amundson and Larro Golden: Patrick Williams development, and whether he should come off the bench this season, Nikola Vucevic's strong preseason play, Javonte Green, Ayo's play as a starter, season predictions, and more.
Oct 10, 2022•1 hr 44 min•Ep. 173
