By The Horns: A Chicago Bulls Show

The Bulls have hit the NBA offseason rumor mill once again, this time being connected with Portland Trail Blazers star point guard Damian Lillard. One rumor has the Bulls interested in trading for Lillard and being willing to trade Zach LaVine to do so. K.C. Johnson, Kevin Anderson and Tony Gill discuss the implications of this trade and a lot more.

The NBA will enforce a more stringent load management policy starting this season. Teams with multiple star players will no longer be allowed to rest them in the same game. How will this impact the NBA moving forward? Will more players get injured? Will careers be shorter? How does this new rule impact the Bulls? K.C. Johnson, Jason Goff and Tony Gill discuss the possible ramifications of the new rule and if there will be a response from the players union.

In a special edition of the Bulls Talk Pod, Tony Gill and Kevin Anderson are joined by Haize from The Bulls Central Podcast, Josh Hicks from The Bigs Media and Jamaal Aflatooni of Bulls Central for an exciting conversation about the upcoming season. The group discusses their biggest concerns for this season and what they look forward to. Later, they discuss if this will or should be the final chance for this group of players to improve. Finally, they question how much of an impact Patrick Williams and Billy Donovan will make this season. 3:33 - Bulls Nation is a special and creative fanbase 9:46 - Biggest concerns heading into this season 21:16 - What is Zach LaVine's responsibility in improving the offense 27:11 - What are you most looking forward to this season? 40:00 - Will this be the final year for this roster?

According to Hoops Hype, the Bulls are last in the NBA in tradeable assets. Is it true? The Bulls Talk crew of K.C. Johnson, Jason Goff, and Tony Gill discuss the pieces the Bulls have and if they are truly valuable or not. Later in the podcast, the crew discusses Team USA not medaling in the FIBA World Cup and if LeBron James should have also called Zach LaVine to participate in the Paris Olympics next year. 2:45 - Do the Bulls have the worst set of assets in the NBA? 10:33 - The Bulls plan to double down on this roster 13:07 - Can the Bulls sell high on Zach LaVine or temper expectations on what they can get for him? 21:48 - Team USA embarrasses America (Tony Gill rant) 27:25 - Does Zach LaVine deserve to be a part of Team USA in Paris in 2024?

Pulling from Marvel’s “What-If” series, the Bulls Talk podcast discusses the biggest What-If’s in Bulls history. What if MJ never retires? What if Derrick Rose never gets injured? What if the Scottie Pippen trade for Shawn Kemp had gone through? What if the Bulls had gotten the coin flip right in 1979 and drafted Magic Johnson? K.C. Johnson and Kevin Anderson go over all these and more on the Bulls Talk podcast. 3:12 - What if the Bulls won the draft coin toss in 1979 and drafted Magic Johnson No.1 overall? 8:08 - What if the approved trade of Scottie Pippen and Shawn Kemp had gone through in 1994? 11:28 - What if Jay Williams had never gotten on a motorcycle? 15:40 - What if Michael Jordan had never retired after the 1992-93 season? 19:24 - What if Mike D’Antoni had accepted the Bulls job in 2008 instead of Vinny Del Negro? 23:34 - What if Derrick Rose never got hurt? 26:36 - What if LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh joined the Bulls? 28:04 - What if the Bulls go up 3-1 on LeBron James and the Clevland Cavaliers in the 2015 Eastern Conference semifinals?

Bulls All-Star DeMar DeRozan is heading into his final year as a Bull and it’s time for fans and the organization to think if DeRozan should return. K.C. Johnson, Tony Gill and Kevin Anderson discuss all the ramifications of re-signing DeRozan and what it means if they choose not to keep him. The crew also breaks down realistic goals for this core and when should the Bulls think about dismantling this roster iteration. 4:30 - What were the initial reactions to DeMar DeRozan signing with the Bulls 15:49 - What is the relationship like between DeRozan and LaVine? 23:40 - The Bulls cannot pay for past performances 37:48 - How would you describe this current era of Bulls basketball?

In a jam-packed episode of the Bulls Talk Podcast, K.C. Johnson, Will Perdue, Jason Goff and Tony Gill discuss comments made by Nikola Vučević to Yahoo Sports' Jake Fischer, saying that this may be the final year the Big 3 of DeMar DeRozan, Zach LaVine and Nikola Vučević. "We know it's kind of our last chance as this core of guys to do something". Will the Bulls be able to capitalize if this is their final year together? What will it take from the players and Billy Donovan to make this work? Is it too late? The crew discusses all of this on this edition of the Bulls Talk Podcast! 5:10 - Nikola Vučević discusses his thoughts on the importance of losing Lonzo Ball and saying this might be the last year for this core 13:30 - Will the Bulls find a leader/floor general to do what Lonzo does? 22:36 - Will someone step up and enforce a change of play on the Bulls 38:05 - In a contract year, will DeMar DeRozan take a step back offensively to improve team play? 46:05 - Does Billy Donovan have to command the Bulls locker room better?

One of the first signings the Bulls made this offseason was Milwaukee Bucks guard Jevon Carter. Carter shot 40 percent from 3-point range, is durable, and has a defensive-minded style of play. Jim Owczarski from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel joins K.C. Johnson and Tony Gill to discuss if Carter will fit what the Bulls are trying to build. They also discuss Bucks new head coach, former Bulls' assistant Adrian Griffin, and the expectations for him heading into his first season as a head coach. 3:30 - What impact did Jevon Carter have on the Bucks last year? 10:40 - Is Adrian Griffin under pressure to win a championship in his first year as a head coach? 22:20 - Outside view of the roster and how the Bulls are improving the team?

Now that the schedule has been released, media and fans are predicting how the Bulls will perform. Will they improve? Will they disappoint? K.C. Johnson and Tony Gill discuss ESPN's prediction that the Bulls will not finish in the top 10 in the Eastern Conference. They also discuss how much Jevon Carter and Torrey Craig will impact the Bulls this year. Later, discuss the Bulls' on-court leadership and debate whether it will improve. Finally, in honor of Kobe Bryant Day (8/24), they talk about his everlasting impact on the NBA. 2:26 - Will the Bulls finish outside the top 10 in the Eastern Conference? 15:26 - Will Jevon Carter and Torrey Craig be the vocal leaders on this team? 25:00 - Remembering Kobe Bryant on Kobe Day (8/24)

Bulls point guard Lonzo Ball went on the “From the Point by Trae Young” podcast and discussed in his own words his career with the Bulls so far—from feeling like this was the perfect situation for him to dealing with injuries that have plagued him for three seasons. The Bulls Talk crew of K.C. Johnson, Jason Goff, Tony Gill, and guest Kevin “Bulldog” Anderson react to the comments made by Ball and discuss how the Bulls have been trying to fill his void. They also break down who they think is the most important Bull and debate who is the greatest point guard ever. 4:40 - New Media in the NBA. Players starting their own podcasts 16:06 - REACTION to Lonzo Ball's comments on his Bulls career 32:43 - Who is the Bulls player they can least afford to lose? 46:23 - Who is the greatest point guard ever?

The Bulls Talk Podcast is on the road as they go LIVE from Bulls Fest. Bulls GM Marc Eversley joins K.C. Johnson, Jason Goff and Tony Gill to discuss the new acquisitions of Jevon Carter and Torrey Craig and why the Bulls wanted to keep Nikola Vučević, Ayo Dosunmu and Coby White. Eversley also shares his thoughts on DeMar DeRozan as his deal with the Bulls nears its end. Later, Torrey Craig joins the podcast to break down why he wanted to come to Chicago. Craig also talks about being cited by DeRozan as one of the best defenders DeRozan has faced!

Pau Gasol and Dwyane Wade are officially in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. On this episode of the Bulls Talk Podcast, K.C Johnson, Jason Goff and Tony Gill discuss the ceremony and share their thoughts on the class and the speeches from the inductees. They also discuss the careers of former Bulls, Gasol and Wade, and their tenures in Chicago. Later, they break down what really happened in the summer of 2010 when the Bulls were extremely close to signing LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh. 6:18 - What is the trade package for James Harden 11:26 - Reactions to the 2023 Basketball Hall of Fame class 23:26 - Pau Gasol's career as a Bull 31:05 - The summer of Wade, Bosh, and LeBron

On this edition of the Bulls Talk Pod, K.C. Johnson and Tony Gill discuss the top three things they are looking forward to this season from the Bulls. They discuss Patrick Williams’ growth and if there be changes in Billy Donovan’s offensive philosophy. Later, they discuss how impactful new Bulls Javon Carter and Torrey Craig will be and if the Bulls and fans will fully embrace Zach LaVine, and a lot more. 1:48 - Will Billy Donovan be able to fix the Bulls’ Big 3 on offense? 7:50 - Will Coby White be a starter or 6th man? 17:20 - Will Patrick Williams be an impact player this year 19:40 - Will the Bulls and fans fully embrace Zach LaVine this year?

On this edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Jason Goff and Tony Gill discussed their top three concerns for the Bulls this season. They talk about the injury bug that plagued the team last year and discuss if the issues would continue. Later they discuss if the Big 3 of Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan, and Nikola Vučević will be better and if there should be concern over the Bulls' future after this season. Finally, the guys announce a special appearance that’s happening this month! 3:47 - Will the Bulls' offense work this year? 8:40 - Will the injury luck run out on the Bulls? Will Patrick Williams step up this year? 22:45 - SPECIAL SURPRISE FOR BULLS TALK FANS 23:56 - Will the Bulls be the same team they were last year?

In the second mailbag episode, K.C. Johnson and Tony Gill discuss who was the best Bulls free agent in the last 30 years. Should Billy Donovan use a heavy staggered minutes system for the Big 3 to avoid issues with the offense? Are the Bulls are looking to re-sign DeMar DeRozan? 1:52 - Are Artūras Karnišovas and Marc Eversley looking to re-sign DeMar DeRozan? 9:30 - Will the Bulls pivot if the team is below .500 at the deadline, or if things are going well, will they add at the deadline? 16:25 - Should Billy Donovan stagger the Big 3 due to last year’s poor offensive output? 22:28 - Best Bulls free agent in the last 30 years

In the first part of a two-part mailbag series, K.C. Johnson and Tony Gill answer your questions about the Bulls. Will the Bulls make another first-round exit? Will they even make the playoffs? Why haven’t the Bulls been aggressive to get over the luxury tax? The guys answer all that and more. 1:50 - What is the ceiling for this team with the same Big 3 5:22 - Is this the end all be all for this team if they miss the playoffs? 10:50 - Why don't the Bulls go into the luxury tax? 18:10 - What will the Bulls do at the trade deadline if the season is going well and what will they do if it's not going well? 25:00 - Who will be the last player to fill out the roster?

The Chicago Bulls and Ayo Dosunmu have agreed to a three-year, $21 million dollar deal. But there are questions. Where will he play in an already packed guard rotation? Will they trade him? K.C. Johnson and Tony Gill break down the signing and how they think the Bulls will use him and if he will be a tradeable asset down the road. Later in the pod, the crew discusses Summer League fan favorite Javon Freeman-Liberty not signing with the Bulls but with the Toronto Raptors. They analyze why the Bulls didn’t sign Freeman-Liberty and if the Bulls erred by not finding a spot for him. 3:00 - Bulls sign Ayo Dosunmu. What will be his role? 10:43 - Dosumu will have to fight for minutes this year 14:00 - Will Javon Freeman-Liberty be the next Spencer Dinwiddie?

Big man Christian Wood has become a hot topic for Bulls fandom this offseason, and it makes sense. The Bulls need bigs and shooting; Wood does both. We know fans are interested but are the Bulls? K.C. Johnson and Tony Gill discuss if the Bulls are interested in the free-agent center and, if they are, how he would fit with this team. Later, they discuss if Ayo Dosunmu will be with the Bulls long-term. 1:23 - Is there interest from the Bulls in Christian Wood? 14:20 - Will Ayo Dosunmu return to the Bulls? 19:42 - What will be the Bulls starting rotation this year?

The Bulls Summer League season is over. What did you learn about Dalen Terry and rookie Julian Phillips? On today's edition of the Bulls Talk Podcast, K.C. Johnson, Jason Goff and Tony Gill review everything they learned about the Bulls Summer League, Dalen Terry and Julian Phillips. They also discuss what the Bulls will need from Terry and Phillips and if they will be rotational players this season. Later in the pod, the guys break down what is going on with Ayo Dosunmu's contract and if he will return to the Bulls this year. 3:25 - Did the Miami Heat make Summer League more important with finding undrafted talent? 8:55 - Dalen Terry Summer League breakdown 15:30 - Julian Phillips Summer League review 21:00 - Who impressed you the most at Summer League? 29:40 - Ayo Dosunmu contract status breakdown. Does he still fit with the Bulls?

Hall of Fame point guard and legendary Detroit Piston Isiah Thomas is known in Chicago for his fierce competitiveness and bitter rivalry against Michael Jordan and the Bulls in the late 80s and early 90s. But he is also a son of the city and the way he played was unapologetically Chicago. Thomas joins Tony Gill on the Bulls Talk podcast to discuss his collaboration with Mitchell & Ness, the “OG Bad Boy Collection”. He discusses the meaning behind the “Bad Boy” moniker, his battles with the Lakers, the Celtics and the Bulls, whether he was misunderstood as a player, his connection to Chicago and his impact on future generations of point guards. 3:52 - Why is the "Bad Boy" monicker so important 7:50 - Issues with people not liking the "Bad Boy" style of basketball 13:46 - Thomas discusses his connection to Chicago 19:30 - Thomas on his battles with the Bulls and Chicago 25:00 - Did the small point guard revolution start with Thomas?

The Chicago Bulls Summer League team now has two games under their belt. The two names of note are 2022 first-round pick Dalen Terry and rookie second-round pick Julian Phillips. K.C. Johnson, Jason Goff, and Tony Gill break down the Summer League games and discuss their takeaways from Dalen Terry and Julian Phillips' performances. Later, they give their honest feelings about the NBA's newest venture, the In-Season Tournament. They talked about what it is and what fans can expect from it. Finally, K.C. Johnson gives an update on the Bulls' free agency.3:00 - First impressions of Dalen Terry and Julian Phillips 9:25 - How should bulls Fans watch Summer League games 19:00 - Is the new NBA In-Season Tournament going to help the league? 32:33 - Bulls free agency update

The Bulls are making moves this off-season, and they may not be done yet. When analyzing the newest members of the Bulls, Jevon Carter and Torrey Craig, how do they improve the team? And by how much? K.C. Johnson, Jason Goff and Tony Gill discuss the free-agent signings and if Artūras Karnišovas and Marc Eversley are making the right moves. Later, they discuss the Bulls applying for the disabled player exception on Lonzo Ball’s contract and what it means for the franchise. They also break down the Bulls’ Summer League roster.

The Bulls have hired former Loyola Academy and DePaul star Peter Patton as their new director of player development and shooting coach. Patton joins Bulls' Insider K.C. Johnson for an exclusive one-on-one interview where they discuss his new role with the team and his journey returning to his hometown. Patton also details his approach to working with players.

The NBA Draft is over, free agency is coming up this Friday, and fans are wondering if former Bulls and now free agent Derrick Rose will make his return to the team he won an MVP award. K.C. Johnson and Tony Gill discuss if the Bulls will bring Rose back. They also talk about if there was a real chance for him to sign in Chicago a few years ago and the connection he has with the city. Later, K.C. provides an update on contract negotiations between the Bulls and Nikola Vučević. Finally, the guys discuss the Bulls’ Las Vegas Summer League team and expectations for former first-round pick Dalen Terry.

Artūras Karnišovas and the Bulls didn't pull off a major trade this year in the draft but traded into the second round to select Julian Phillips from Tennessee, a 6'7 freshman wing with room to grow. Does AK have a plan to improve the roster in free agency? K.C. Johnson and Tony Gill recap draft night and the press conference. They discuss Marc Eversley and Artūras Karnišovas' post-draft press conference, where they touched on the Nikola Vučević trade, Lonzo Ball's status, Zach LaVine trade rumors and more.

The trade rumors surrounding Bulls' star Zach LaVine have never been hotter than right now. How much of the social media chatter and reports of the Bulls gauging interest for LaVine is true, and how much of it is just speculation? On this episode of the Bulls Talk Podcast, K.C. Johnson, Jason Goff and Tony Gill break down the rumors about LaVine and discuss if the Bulls are seriously considering moving him. Later, they preview the NBA Draft and discuss if the Bulls will find a way to get a pick.

It’s been 25 years since the Bulls held the Larry O’Brien trophy. Where were you when Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen, Dennis Rodman and Toni Kukoč won the Bulls’ last NBA Championship? To discuss the road to their sixth title, Hall of Famer Toni Kukoč joins Bulls Insider K.C. Johnson. Kukoč discusses getting through the season and the playoff run. Later, Kukoč discusses the impact of foreign players in the NBA since he entered the league.

The Denver Nuggets are the 2022-23 NBA Champions and the Bulls’ VP Artūras Karnišovas had a hand in that success. Is he on his way to building something equivalent in Chicago and has he changed team-building philosophies to try to do so? Will his plan work? Also, the Bulls Talk crew gives you the latest updates and reports on the Bulls’ off-season.

Patrick Williams’ rookie contract is almost up and people are debating if he will be a Bull long-term. On this fresh edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Tony Gill, K.C. Johnson and Jason Goff break down the discussion around Williams and discuss his status and standing with the Bulls and if he will get an extension. Later in the episode, the crew discusses the possibility that future Hall of Famer Chris Paul could be a Bull now that the Phoenix Suns are looking to reportedly waive him. Plus, Jason Goff gives some advice for young athletes who play for the New Orleans Pelicans.

The Athletic's Darnell Mayberry joins Tony Gill on the Bulls Talk Podcast as they break down the Bulls off-season. The guys discuss the report that Nikola Vučević and the Bulls are working on a potential three-year deal and if Vučević should look elsewhere. Later, they discuss if it's time to move on from DeMar DeRozan and rebuild the team, and they discuss the options the Bulls have at point guard. Mayberry also discusses his new Substack called Money Talks.

The Bulls have much to consider this offseason starting with convincing Nikola Vučević to stay and finding a replacement for the injured Lonzo Ball. 670 the Score's Dan Bernstein and Cohost of the Organizations Win Championships Podcast Jason Bernstein join Tony Gill to break down what the Bulls need to do in the offseason to set the stage for next year.

Jimmy Butler and the eighth-seeded Miami Heat are headed to the NBA Finals after stomping the Boston Celtics in Game 7. With the Heat pulling off the improbable, are there takeaways for the Bulls? K.C. Johnson and Tony Gill break down Game 7 and how the Heat were able to make it to the NBA Finals after being down late to the Bulls in the Play-In game. Later, they preview the NBA Finals and discuss what they expect to happen, plus they talk about Jaylen Brown’s poor performance. Will he be traded? All that and more on the Bulls Talk Podcast!

The Bulls offseason is under a microscope and fans have concerns and questions. In this edition of the Bulls Talk Pod, Bulls Insider K.C. Johnson and Tony Gill answer your offseason questions and concerns from an Insider's perspective and fan perspective. The guys answer should the Bulls bring back Nicola Vucevic, Will VP Artūras Karnišovas make a big move at the trade deadline and should the Bulls entertain trading Zach LaVine. All that and more on the Bulls Talk Podcast.

The Heat are up 3-0 on the Boston Celtics, and it looks like they could be heading to another NBA Finals. Could Jimmy Butler have done this with the Bulls? Ira Winderman from the South Florida Sun-Sentinel joins Bulls Insider K.C. Johnson to discuss the run Bulter has been on since joining the Heat. Later, they dive into how Bulter pulled off another championship run with the Heat and look back at his tenure with the Bulls. They also discussed how different things would be if the Bulls had beaten the Heat in the Play-In Game. Finally, K.C. discusses Carmelo Anthony's retirement.

The Bulls do not have a pick in the 2023 NBA Draft but were very active during the combine. What's next for the Bulls? K.C. Johnson and Tony Gill the Bulls' activity during the combine, and what other NBA executives are saying about the state of the team. Later, they discuss rumors surrounding the direction of the franchise. Finally, they talk about the possibility of the Trail Blazers trading the No. 3 pick and if the Bulls should move to get it.

The Bulls had a 1.8 percent chance to change the franchise, and it didn’t happen. NBA analyst Rick Camp joins K.C. Johnson and Tony Gill on the Bulls Talk Podcast to break down the NBA Draft Lottery. They discuss how the Bulls missed out on a franchise-changing opportunity and what’s next for them this offseason. They also talk about how good top prospect Victor Wembanyama can be in the NBA and much more.

This year, Chicago has received two No. 1 picks from the Bears and Blackhawks. What are the odds the Bulls will win the NBA Draft Lottery and land Victor Wembanyama? K.C. Johnson, Jason Goff, and Tony Gill discuss the possibility and its implications on the Bulls if they got the No. 1 or 2 pick in this year's draft. What would the franchise do next? How will they restructure to build around their new star? They discuss Alex Caruso's nomination for the Bob Lanier Community Assist Award and his charity work in Chicago.

Monday marked the eighth anniversary of former Bulls star Derrick Rose nailing a game-winner to go up 2-1 on LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers. How will the Bulls get back to serious contending? K.C. Johnson, Jason Goff and Tony Gill discuss how close the Bulls are to being serious contenders and if Artūras Karnišovas can get them there soon. Later, they discuss the “quiet extension” Karnišovas received from the Bulls. Finally, the guys debate if the Bulls could be a potential landing spot for Dillon Brooks, who reportedly won’t be re-signed by the Memphis Grizzlies.

Alex Caruso had a good year for the Bulls and was their defensive anchor all year long. Is he a lock for the All-Defensive team? Should he be on the first team? Tony Gill, K.C. Johnson and Jason Goff discuss Caruso’s season and where he ranks among defenders. The crew also reacts to the NBA awards, including if Nikola Jokic should have been the MVP, Lauri Markkanen winning Most Improved and much more.

On this episode of the Bulls Talk Pod, producer of "The Last Dance" documentary Mike Tollin joins Tony Gill to discuss the return of the full-contact basketball sport of SlamBall. Tollin discusses why SlamBall is coming back, what is in store for fans of the sport and more. Tollin later discusses the making of "The Last Dance," working with Michael Jordan, and the backlash it got from Jordan's teammates Horace Grant and Scottie Pippen.

Under the new CBA, NBA players will not be tested for cannabis and can invest and have equity in the business of cannabis. Why now and who helped get this accomplished? Michele Roberts, former NBPA Executive Director joins the Bulls Talk podcast to discuss why cannabis consumption for professional athletes is needed and why they should be able to be on the ground floor of investing as well. Later in the pod, Roberts discusses being the first Black woman in professional sports to head a players union, the difficulties of the NBA Bubble in 2020 and much more.

The Bulls' season is done, so it’s time to hand out some 2022-23 awards. K.C. Johnson, Tony Gill and Jason Goff debate the Bulls' MVP, Most Improved Player and Sixth Man of the Year. Is Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan or Alex Caruso the MVP? Does Coby White get the clean sweep as Most Improved and 6th Man? Should Vooch get an award? The crew breaks it all down right here on the Bulls Talk Podcast.

No one knows the story of Michael Jordan like Chicago Bulls fans and this story is no different. The movie "Air" is in theaters and it covers basketball marketing legend, Sonny Vaccaro played by Matt Damon and Nike's crazy attempt to sign Michael Jordan through his mother Delores Jordan played by Viola Davis. The movie is directed by Ben Affleck but written by Chicagoland born and raised Alex Convery. Convery joins Tony Gill to discuss writing the movie, working with Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, getting permission to film form Michael Jordan, and much more!

Bulls VP Artūras Karnišovas spoke to the media for the last time until the NBA Draft. K.C Johnson, Jason Goff and Tony Gill react to Karnišovas' end-of-season press conference, including his comments about how he thought the season went and where he thinks the organization is going after a failed season. Later, they break down the Bulls' 2022-23 season and what they need to do in the offseason to be successful next year. Finally, they discuss DeMar DeRozan being a finalist for the NBA's Clutch Award and if he has a chance to win it.

It was a tough and close game, but the Bulls came up short, losing their second Play-In game to the Miami Heat 102-91. To recap the final game of the season game, Bulls and NBA analyst Rick Camp joins Tony Gill to break down the Bulls' loss, Zach LaVine’s performance, Billy Donovan’s decisions down the stretch, and a lot more. The guys also discuss the Bulls' season and what they think Artūras Karnišovas and Marc Eversley will need to improve the roster.

The Bulls took the first step in their chase for a playoff spot by beating the Toronto Raptors with a heroic effort from Zach LaVine. Will he keep it up against the Miami Heat? K.C. Johnson, Jason Goff and Tony Gill discuss what they took away from LaVine’s performance. They also preview their matchup with the Heat and discuss whether the Bulls will become the first 10-seed in Play-In Tournament history to make the playoffs.

The Bulls topple the higher-seeded Raptors in Toronto in the first-ever win by a 10-seed in Play-In tournament history. Tony Gill and Rick Camp react to the do-or-die win in Toronto, including the spectacular second half by Zach LaVine and a complete melt down by the Raptors in the 4th quarter. The Bulls live to fight another day! See you in Miami!

The Bulls are playing for their lives in the Play-In Tournament this Wednesday against the Toronto Raptors - a team the Bulls haven’t had much success against this season. Can they keep their season alive? K.C. Johnson and Tony Gill break down their thoughts on the regular season and preview the matchup with the Raptors to discuss the challenges the Bulls face and how they can pull off the win. The guys also discuss Billy Donovan’s starting lineup against the Raptors and whether or not Patrick Williams should start in place of Alex Caruso.

The Chicago Bulls will be the 10th seed in this year’s Play-In tournament. So far since its inception, the 10th-seeded team has not made the playoffs. Can the Bulls be the first? NBC Sports Chicago Bulls' Insider K.C. Johnson and Tony Gill discuss the Bulls getting the 10th seed and their matchup potentially with the Raptors and Hawks. They also discuss Nikola Vučević’s 50 double-doubles this season and break down a shocking stat that the Bulls Big 3 of Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan and Nikola Vučević have played the most minutes of any 3-man unit in the NBA but somehow are below .500.

Bulls assistant coach Maurice Cheeks is not only a Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer, but is also a Chicago hoops legend in the line of Isiah Thomas and Derrick Rose. Cheeks joins Bulls Insider K.C. Johnson to discuss being back home in Chicago and his childhood growing up in the Robert Taylor homes, playing at DuSable high school, playing on the World Champion 1983 Philadelphia 76ers and his thoughts on being an assistant under Billy Donovan.