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The Rebuild-A-Bull Podcast: Chicago Bulls Pod

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Your weekly Chicago Bulls podcast for the latest analysis and conversation on the team’s path back to title contention. Hosted by Matt Gentile.
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Episodes

Ep.102 - The Bulls in a Nutshell

Matt and Drew discuss how the Bulls latest 1-2 stretch captured the 2023 season in a nutshell. Do they believe reports that the team will actually stay status quo at the deadline? They also chat about Coby White's future, Nikola Vucevic being let go or extended and the Bulls facing winnable games to finish January.

Jan 18, 20231 hr 6 minEp. 138

Ep. 101 - The Zach Attack Is Back

Matt and Drew breakdown the Bulls' latest 2-1 stretch that included wins against the 76ers and Jazz and a red-hot Zach LaVine. Is Zach rounding back into All-Star form? They also address Darnell Mayberry's report that the Bulls will be "relatively quiet" at the deadline and discuss the potentially easy schedule ahead.

Jan 11, 202328 minEp. 137

Ep. 100 - New Year, New Bulls?

Matt and Drew talk about the Bulls latest 3-2 stretch, which included tough losses to the Cavs. Are the Bulls turning a corner in the new year? Also, They discuss Rob Schaefer's article breaking down of Bulls' fans trades, including one from Matt.

Jan 06, 202353 minEp. 136

Ep. 99 - It’s AKME Time

Hosts Matt and Drew chat about the Bulls latest stretch, which featured three brutal losses, three big wins and a thud after Christmas. Is it time for Arturas Karnišovas and Marc Eversley to step up to the microphone? They also talk about Kyle Kuzma and Raptors trade rumors.

Dec 28, 20221 hr 8 minEp. 135

Ep. 98 - Guest: Big Dave Watson

Big Dave Watson from CHGO Bulls joins hosts Matt and Drew to discuss what's ailing the Bulls through mid-December. Is it time to make major changes or slight tweaks? They also chat about the changes to the starting five, Dalen Terry getting minutes and Dave's new venture with CHGO.

Dec 14, 20221 hr 8 minEp. 134

Ep. 97 - The Return of the Tank?

Matt and Drew join in on the growing speculation surrounding the 9-14 Bulls. Is the team headed for another tank or just a retool? They also discuss Bill Simmons' silly trade idea with the Lakers, Zach Lowe's prediction that the Bulls sell at the deadline and Rich Bucher saying DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine are viewed as untouchable. Should they be?

Dec 06, 20221 hr 5 minEp. 133

Ep. 96 - Bulls Reach The Quarter-Season Mark

Hosts Drew Stevens and Matt Gentile discuss the Bulls first quarter of the season, including the latest 2-1 stretch. Have Patrick Williams and Coby White's recent performances impressed them lately? They also talk about Billy Donovan's secret extension and Michael Pina's plea to tank.

Nov 30, 20221 hr 13 minEp. 132

Ep. 95 - Guest: Will Gottlieb

Matt and Drew are joined by Will Gottlieb from CHGO Chicago to discuss the Bulls puzzling 1-2 stretch, including Zach LaVine and Billy Donovan's disagreement and success against the Celtics. Also, are the Bulls more likely to be buyers or sellers?

Nov 23, 202246 minEp. 131

Ep. 94 - Bulls Therapy Session

Hosts Matt Gentile and Drew Stevens discuss the Bulls 6-8 record coming off the heels of a tough 1-4 stretch. Is this team painfully mediocre, or can they make any adjustments to right the ship?

Nov 16, 20221 hr 14 minEp. 130

Ep. 93 - Guest: Larro Golden

Larro Golden from Swish Theory joins hosts Matt Gentile & Drew Stevens to discuss the Bulls 5-4 start. How does he feel about the latest stretch from Patrick Williams? They also discuss Zach LaVine's play, the bench, Nikola Vucevic and more.

Nov 04, 20221 hr 8 minEp. 129

Ep. 92 - Guest: Rob Schaefer

Guest Rob Schaefer from NBC Sports Chicago joins Matt and Drew to help break down the Bulls first four games of the season. Is Patrick Williams better suited for the second unit? They also get Rob's thoughts on Zach LaVine's load management, Lonzo Ball's reassessment and more.

Oct 26, 20221 hr 11 minEp. 128

Ep. 91 - 2022-23 Chicago Bulls Season Preview

Salim Suterwalla from Bulls Gold joins hosts Matt Gentile and Drew Stevens to preview the Chicago Bulls for the 2022-23 NBA season. They discuss expectations for Patrick Williams, Nikola Vucevic, the bench and much more. Where do the Bulls finish in the Eastern Conference? Also, Matt and Drew do some regular season over/unders.

Oct 19, 20221 hr 25 minEp. 127

Ep. 90 - Breaking Down the Bulls Schedule & Durant News

Matt Gentile and Drew Stevens break down some of the highlights of the Bulls schedule, including some key stretches and match-ups. Also, they discuss the latest news about Kevin Durant staying with the Nets and how it impacts the Bulls. Plus, Drew poses the question: Is Zach LaVine currently better than Anthony Davis?

Aug 24, 202245 minEp. 126

Ep. 89 - Vucevic Extension Talk & Lonzo Optimism

Matt & Drew talk Joe Cowley's report that the Chicago Bulls are considering offing Nikola Vucevic an extension. Should they do it, and what's the right annual salary? They also discuss Jamal Collier's report that Lonzo Ball's camp thinks Ball will be ready by the opener. Are you buying it?

Aug 12, 202247 minEp. 125

Ep. 88 - Ranking the Bulls Starting 5 in the East

Drew and Matt compare the Bulls starting five with the rest of the teams in the Eastern Conference. Where do they stack up compared to the Celtics, Bucks, Sixers, Nets and Heat? Also, have starters on the Hawks and Cavaliers passed the Bulls?

Jul 28, 202257 minEp. 124

Ep. 87 - Wrestling with the Bulls Offseason

Hosts Matt Gentile and Drew Stevens wrestle with the Chicago Bulls offseason. Were the signings of Andre Drummond and Goran Dragic impactful or lackluster? They also discuss the issue with not going into the luxury tax and a little summer league action.

Jul 15, 202251 minEp. 123

Ep. 86 - 2022 Bulls Free Agency Preview

NBA free agency is almost here! Hosts Matt Gentile and Drew Stevens preview what the Chicago Bulls might do. Could they use the mild-level exception on a big man like Bamba or Hartenstein, or are they interested in shooters? Also, is there a surprise trade around the corner?

Jun 30, 20221 hr 13 minEp. 122

Ep. 85 - Welcome Drew & 2022 Chicago Bulls Draft Preview

The Rebuild-A-Bull podcast is back with a co-host: Drew Stevens! Drew and Matt Gentile talk about the future of the pod and preview the NBA Draft with Chip Jones, video scout for Thinking Basketball. Who does Chip like for the Bulls at No. 18, and what are his thoughts on trading for Jazz center Rudy Gobert?

Jun 23, 202246 minEp. 121

Ep. 84 - Guests: Kris & Larro (Bulls 101)

Kris Amundsen and Larry "Larro" Golden from Bulls 101 ( Barroom Network ) join host Matt Gentile to discuss the Bulls current losing streak. Are they concerned? They also talk about Ayo Dosunmu's emergence, Nikola Vucevic's slump, Patrick Williams' potential role when he returns and what piece the team should add at the trade deadline.

Jan 18, 202255 minEp. 120

Ep. 83 - Are the Bulls Contenders?

Patrick K. Flowers from BleacherNation joins host Matt Gentile to discuss the Chicago Bulls blistering start. Can this team contend in the East or for a title? They also explore potential pieces to fortify the roster, including DeMarcus Cousins.

Jan 07, 202227 minEp. 119

Ep. 82 - Guest: Drew Stevens

Guest Drew Stevens from WARR Media and On Tap Sports Net joins host Matt Gentile to discuss the Bulls latest stretch and Nikola Vucevic's best performance of the season. Is he headed for a turnaround? They also talk about the team's ceiling and a potential trade idea being tossed around.

Dec 01, 202133 minEp. 118

Ep. 81 - Guest: Katy Duffy

Katy Duffy, associate producer from NBC Sports Chicago, joins host Matt Gentile to talk about the highs and lows of the Bulls 6-3 start. Who or what has been the biggest surprise so far? They also discuss Nikola Vucevic's current slump and Coby White's imminent return.

Nov 08, 202132 minEp. 117

Ep. 80 - 2022 Chicago Bulls Season Preview

Host Matt Gentile sets the table for the upcoming 2021-22 season for the Chicago Bulls. Also, Doug Thonus of the Bulls Beat and Big Red Bus podcasts stops by to do some over/unders and discuss expectations for the year.

Oct 19, 202147 minEp. 116

Ep. 79 - 2021 State of the Bulls Panel

Host Matt Gentile is joined by a panel featuring podcasters Matt Peck ( LockedOnBulls ), Buzz ( Bulls On Tap ) and Salim Suterwalla ( BullsGold ). They discuss the state of the Chicago Bulls following a very busy offseason and forecast the upcoming season. What is this team's ceiling?...

Oct 07, 20211 hr 21 minEp. 115

Ep. 78 - Guest: Kris Amundsen

Kris Amundsen from Bulls 101 ( Barroom Network ) and host Matt Gentile get ready for Chicago Bulls media day and training camp. They discuss the buzz around Zach LaVine's contract situation as well as potential offensive and defensive lineups. Also, who will have the bigger impact: Lonzo Ball or DeMar DeRozan?

Sep 21, 202143 minEp. 114

Ep. 77 - Guest: Mark Karantzoulis

Mark Karantzoulis from Bulls HQ joins host Matt Gentile to discuss the Chicago Bulls offseason moves. Which acquisition was the most surprising, and how does he think the rotations will shake out? Also, they talk about why the team's moves are getting disrespect nationally.

Sep 14, 202142 minEp. 113

Ep. 76 - Guest: Larro from Bulls 101

Larro from Bulls 101 ( Barroom Network ) joins host Matt Gentile to discuss the Bulls offseason moves, what to do with Lauri Markkanen and how the team can enter championship contention down the road. Also, Larro shares how he entered the world of Bulls podcasting.

Aug 27, 202139 minEp. 112

Ep. 75 - The Bulls are Back, Baby!

Host Matt Gentile breaks down the Chicago Bulls' free agent signings with blogger Drew Stevens from WARR Media . Who will have the bigger impact: Lonzo Ball or DeMar DeRozan? They also discuss what type of sign-and-trade deal would like to see for Lauri Markkanen.

Aug 17, 202147 minEp. 111

Ep. 74 - Matt's Top Three FA Point Guards

Host Matt Gentile sets the stage for 2021 NBA free agency next week by listing his top three targets at point guard. Which major names made the list, and who is a big surprise? Also, would a Derrick Rose reunion make sense?

Jul 30, 202131 minEp. 110

Ep. 73.2 - Executive Decision: Michael Walton (Pt 2)

Michael Walton from the Action Network and Bulls Confidential returns for part two of his Executive Decision guest appearance. With a veteran point guard added to the roster, what other pieces would he add to the Bulls this summer? Also, how would he approach the 2022 trade deadline and the following offseason?

Jul 14, 202133 minEp. 109
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