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Laurence Holmes Show

In addition to Laurence Holmes' insightful perspective, a signature feature of his show is the in-studio interview with athletes, coaches and journalists, allowing for deeper discussion on their backgrounds and the day’s most important topics. Herb Lawrence is the executive producer of the show. Follow Laurence on Twitter @LaurenceWHolmes.
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Episodes

Kevin Egan talks the beauty of soccer, 2-Minute Report (Hour 2)

In the final hour, Laurence Holmes played an interview he conducted with Kevin Egan of SiriusXM FC and MLS TV for his House of L podcast. They discussed the beauty and growth of soccer. Later, Holmes conducted the 2-Minute Report of the Bulls' 112-108 win against the Hawks on Thursday evening.

Feb 25, 202235 min

Ahmad K. Smith talks DeMar DeRozan & Bulls (Hour1)

Laurence Holmes opened his show by welcoming on Ahmad K. Smith of Slam Magazine and the No Pump Fakes podcast to discuss Bulls star DeMar DeRozan's MVP candidacy, his clutch gene and more. Later, Holmes listened to Bulls coach Billy Donovan discuss DeRozan's poise.

Feb 25, 202222 min

Transition: Team FanDuel over here

Laurence Holmes was joined by Danny Parkins and Matt Spiegel for transition, where they debated which gambling code listeners should use. They also discussed how Holmes' Audacy Black History Summit went.

Feb 24, 202221 min

Joe Ostrowski on the latest betting lines (Hour 1)

Laurence Holmes opened his show by welcoming on BetQL Daily host Joe Ostrowski to discuss the latest news regarding gambling registration in Illinois, the NBA MVP race, Bulls star DeMar DeRozan and the MLB lockout. Later, Holmes explored the world of "Ted Lasso."

Feb 24, 202221 min

Is someone tapping Jason Lieser's phone? Kurt Helin talks NBA (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Laurence Holmes was joined by Jason Lieser of the Sun-Times to discuss a variety of topics before they grew worried that someone seemed to be tapping Lieser's phone. Later, Kurt Helin of NBCSports.com joined the show to discuss the latest Bulls and NBA storylines.

Feb 24, 202237 min

Anthony Treash breaks down Justin Fields' development

Anthony Herron was joined by Pro Football Focus analyst Anthony Treash to break down Bears quarterback Justin Fields' development and explain why he's "bullish" on his outlook. And how will Fields fit in new Bears offensive coordinator Luke Getsy's system?

Feb 23, 202219 min

Transition: Handshakes in sports?

Anthony Herron was joined by Danny Parkins for transition, where they discussed sportsmanship in the sports, especially handshakes in college basketball.

Feb 23, 202220 min

Chris Herring talks NBA & Anthony Treash breaks down Justin Fields (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Anthony Herron was joined by Chris Herring of Sports Illustrated to discuss the first-place Bulls, All-Star weekend, Pelicans star Zion Williamson's future and more. Later, Pro Football Focus analyst Anthony Treash joined the show to break down Bears quarterback Justin Fields' development and explain why he's "bullish" on his outlook.

Feb 23, 202242 min

It's Wu Tang Wednesday! Eric Edholm previews NFL Combine (Hour 1)

Sitting in for Laurence Holmes, Anthony "Big Ant" Herron opened his show by welcoming on Eric Edholm of Yahoo Sports to preview the NFL Combine and to discuss the quarterback prospects in this draft class. Later, Herron discussed Bulls guard Zach LaVine's ailing knee and how the team will manage him down the stretch.

Feb 23, 202223 min

Marshall Harris talks all Chicago sports, Ayo Dosunmu appreciation (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Laurence Holmes was joined by CBS Chicago sports director Marshall Harris to share his opinion on everything that been happening in Chicago sports. Later, Holmes shared audio from Bulls rookie guard Ayo Dosunmu and discussed his mentality and appreciation of the game.

Feb 22, 202237 min

Marshall Harris talks Chicago sports

Laurence Holmes was joined by CBS Chicago sports director Marshall Harris to share his opinion on everything that been happening in Chicago sports, including Bulls star DeMar DeRozan's spectacular play, the MLB lockout and the Bears.

Feb 22, 202215 min

Cody Westerlund talk Bulls, Top 5 Tuesday (Hour 1)

Laurence Holmes opened his show by welcoming on Score teammate Cody Westerlund to discuss the Bulls' outlook as the stretch run looms, guard Zach LaVine's health and other NBA storylines. Later, Holmes conducted his Top 5 Tuesday segment, sharing what you'd want to be described and called as a player.

Feb 22, 202230 min

Stephen Bardo breaks down the Juwan Howard-Greg Gard altercation

Laurence Holmes was joined by college basketball analyst Stephen Bardo to discuss the altercation between Michigan coach Juwan Howard and Wisconsin coach Greg Gard and his staff Sunday as well as the top storylines in college basketball.

Feb 21, 202217 min

Transition: Happy Presidents' Day

Laurence Holmes was joined by Danny Parkins and Matt Spiegel for transition, where they ranked their presidents on Presidents' Day and reflected on NBA All-Star weekend.

Feb 21, 202223 min

Sean Highkin recaps All-Star Weekend & talks Bulls (Hour 2)

In the final hour, Laurence Holmes was joined by Sean Highkin of Bleacher Report to recap NBA All-Star weekend and to discuss the first-place Bulls. Later, Holmes shared the good and bad of the All-Star Game on Sunday.

Feb 21, 202239 min

Stephen Bardo on top stories in college basketball (Hour 1)

Laurence Holmes opened his show by welcoming on college basketball analyst Stephen Bardo to discuss the altercation between Michigan coach Juwan Howard and Wisconsin coach Greg Gard and his staff Sunday as well as the top storylines in college basketball. Later, Holmes reacted to the Blackhawks parting ways with franchise legend Bobby Hull as a team ambassador.

Feb 21, 202226 min

Pete Fiutak explains why CFP didn't expand

Laurence Holmes was joined by Pete Fiutak of CollegeFootballNews.com to discuss the news that the College Football Playoff will remain at four teams.

Feb 18, 202213 min

Transition: Long flight delays

Laurence Holmes was joined by Danny Parkins and Matt Spiegel for transition, where they shared stories about their flights being delayed and an interesting note about Midway airport.

Feb 18, 202223 min

Pete Fiutak talks college football, DeMar DeRozan praise (Hour2)

In the final hour, Laurence Holmes was joined by Pete Fiutak of CollegeFootballNews.com to discuss the news that the College Football Playoff will remain at four teams. Later, Holmes continued to discuss Bulls star DeMar DeRozan's special season in an attempt to provide you an alternative to the bad baseball news.

Feb 18, 202237 min

Darnell Mayberry recaps Bulls' 1st half, wrestling talk (Hour 1)

Laurence Holmes opened his show by welcoming on Darnell Mayberry of the Athletic to discuss the Bulls being atop the East as the All-Star break has arrived, star forward DeMar DeRozan's special season and the troubles that could lie ahead for the team.

Feb 18, 202227 min

Author Kevin Cottrell Jr. on DeMar Derozan & the Bulls

Laurence Holmes was joined by Kevin Cottrell Jr. -- the author of the book "Ball Don't Lie" -- to discuss Bulls star DeMar DeRozan's historic performance, the Bulls' rise to the top of the East and other NBA storylines.

Feb 17, 202214 min

Transition: The blizzard has begun

Laurence Holmes was joined by Danny Parkins and Matt Spiegel for transition as the snow really started coming down, which caused Parkins and Spiegel to instantly regret their decision to come into the studio. They also discussed the MLB lockout and the Bulls.

Feb 17, 202221 min

Jason Lieser on his trip to Super Bowl, Bulls 2-Minute Report (Hour 2)

In the final hour, Laurence Holmes was joined by Jason Lieser of the Sun-Times to recap his trip to Los Angeles to cover the Super Bowl. He shared his thoughts on the halftime show, the champion Rams and the state-of-the-art stadium, which led to a discussion about the Bears and how they would compare to their peers if they build a new stadium. Later, Holmes broke down the Bulls' 125-118 win against the Kings on Wednesday in the 2-Minute Report.

Feb 17, 202245 min

Kevin Cottrell Jr. breaks down DeMar DeRozan's historic performance (Hour 1)

Laurence Holmes opened his show by welcoming on Kevin Cottrell Jr. -- the author of the book "Ball Don't Lie" -- to discuss Bulls star DeMar DeRozan's historic performance, the Bulls' rise to the top of the East and other NBA storylines. Later, Holmes reacted to the quick 15-minute meeting between MLB and the union as their labor negotiations continue to show little progress.

Feb 17, 202229 min

Transition: Another Parkins reminder

Laurence Holmes was joined by Danny Parkins and Matt Spiegel for transition, where they marveled at Bulls star DeMar DeRozan's special season. Later, Parkins reminded Holmes about his reminder from Tuesday about the Waste Management Open.

Feb 16, 202220 min

Cody Decker on MLB lockout (Hour 2)

In the final hour, Laurence Holmes was joined by Audacy Sports analyst Cody Decker to discuss the MLB lockout. He weighed in on the treatment of minor leagues players, the stance of owners and players in negotiations and more. Later, Holmes compared Bulls star DeMar DeRozan's special season to one of Wilt Chamberlain's and took a deep dive in the 1962 NBA MVP voting.

Feb 16, 202238 min

Jim Deshaies on Cubs, his extension with Marquee Network (Hour 1)

Laurence Holmes opened his show by welcoming on Marquee Sports Network color analyst Jim Deshaies to discuss his contract extension with the network to keep working Cubs games, the team's addition of right-hander Marcus Stroman and more. Later, Holmes replayed audio from Rams center Brian Allen in which he explained how special star defensive lineman Aaron Donald is.

Feb 16, 202226 min
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