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Ep 536Nikola Vučević’s 2022-23 expectations before the season opener

Will Perdue and K.C. Johnson discuss one of the biggest factors for a successful Bulls season, All-Star center Nikola Vučević. The guys break down Vučević's sneaky good offensive numbers, how he can improve as a post presence, whether will he be better defensively, and how he will perform under the pressure of a contract year. How do you think Vooch will perform?

Sep 30, 202231 min

Ep 535Chicago Bulls Media Day reactions and expectations

The new season is set to begin with new expectations and a new focus. On Bulls Media Day, everyone spoke from Artūras Karnišovas to Billy Donovan to Zach LaVine. Jason Goff, K.C. Johnson, and Tony Gill break down the sights and sounds from Media Day and discuss the Bulls' expectations for themselves this year, how the Bulls will operate without Lonzo Ball in the near future, and the next steps for DeMar DeRozan and Patrick Williams for this year.

Sep 27, 202235 min

Ep 534Mailbag questions on Lonzo Ball’s arthroscopic debridement and more

How will Lonzo Ball's arthroscopic debridement impact his season? How will this impact the Bulls long-term? K.C. Johnson, Jason Goff, and Tony Gill discuss your Twitter submitted questions on Ball in this mailbag episode. The guys also discuss where they see the Bulls landing in the Eastern Conference, what they expect from Patrick Williams headed into his 3rd year, and a lot more.

Sep 23, 202249 min

Ep 533Expectations and questions for the Bulls before training camp starts

This year will be different for the Bulls. The weight of expectations is here and fans should be excited. A week before training camp begins, what questions do you want to be answered from Bulls players/management during media day? Rob Schaefer and Jason Goff discuss and preview training camp and what they are looking forward to from the Bulls. (3:30) - What would be your first question to Artūras Karnišovas or Marc Eversley on Media Day next week? (13:37) - How will Billy Donovan get what they need from Patrick Wiliams? (22:01) - Where does DeMar DeRozan's game have to go in order for the Bulls to be an Eastern Conference contender? (42:42) - If Lonzo is out who should the starting point guard be to start the season?

Sep 20, 202254 min

Ep 532Will Perdue on his tough time as a Bull

NBCSCH Bulls analyst Will Perdue sits down with K.C. Johnson to discuss his NBA career and his time as a Bull. Will expounds on a rough time in his career which coincidentally was with the Bulls including a never before heard story of how he found out he was traded to the San Antonio Spurs for Hall of Famer Dennis Rodman. This is an interview you don’t want to miss. (2:00) - Will on when he thought he could play in the NBA (10:50) - Being drafted by Jerry Krause and the Bulls (15:30) - Playing for the Bulls was an "uphill battle" (23:00) - Changing his game and going to therapy (29:30) - The harsh reality of being traded to the Spurs (41:00) - Will tells the story of how he found out he was traded for Dennis Rodman (47:00) - Returning to the Bulls in the early 2000s

Sep 15, 20221h 3m

Ep 530Bulls pre and postgame analyst Kendall Gill on his 15 year NBA career

As we continue in our deep dives into our NBC Sports Chicago Bulls coverage team, K.C. Johnson sits down with Bulls analyst and former NBA player Kendall Gill to discuss his career in the NBA, his Bulls tenure, playing against Jordan, his honest thoughts about Hall of Fame coach George Karl and a lot more. Get to know Kendall a little more with this exclusive interview.

Sep 13, 202238 min

Ep 529‘Michael Jordan Moments’ with NBA 2K23 developer Erick Boenisch

NBA 2K23 is officially here, and this edition of the popular basketball video game features Michael Jordan as a cover athlete. Not only that, 2K has also brought back ‘Jordan Moments,’ a game mode that allows players to relive iconic events in MJ’s legendary career. Rob Schaefer is joined by VP of NBA Development at 2K and Visual Concepts Entertainment Erick Boenisch to discuss the series’s latest installment and how Bulls and Jordan fans can experience some of the GOAT’s greatest moments.

Sep 9, 202218 min

Ep 528Lonzo Ball concerning injury update and how the Donovan Mitchell trade impacts the Bulls

In the most recent news on Lonzo Ball, it's being reported that Lonzo may miss camp and the start of the season. What's going on, and will this impact Lonzo long-term? Rob Schaefer and K.C. Johnson discuss and provide updates on where Lonzo is in rehab and where the Bulls stand with Lonzo. Also in the pod, Rob and K.C. discuss the changes in the Central Division as the Cleveland Cavaliers trade for All-Star guard Donovan Mitchell.

Sep 6, 202233 min

Ep 527Jason Goff goes deep on hosting Bulls Pre/Postgame Live

Three years ago, Jason Goff began his unexpected transition from a radio to a TV broadcasting career. Now freshly signed to his second deal hosting Bulls Pregame and Postgame Live, Goff talks to NBC Sports Chicago Bulls Insider K.C. Johnson about the differences between the two mediums, why he has developed such strong chemistry with analysts Kendall Gill and Will Perdue and expectations—-on and off the court—-for this coming season.

Sep 1, 202235 min

Ep 526The future of summer basketball and expectations for Zach LaVine

As the NBA off-season continues, some interesting topics have come up to discuss. With so many players working on their games in pro-am and summer competitions, will the Bulls or the NBA change how things are done in the off-season after a season-ending injury to top draft pick, Chet Holmgren? Jason Goff and K.C. Johnson give their thoughts on the future of the NBA during the off-season. Later in the pod, the guys discuss what is next for Zach LaVine and the expectations placed on him after earning his max contract. (1:00) - Is change coming for the NBA off-season after Chet Holmgren's injury? (8:40) -Update on Lonzo Ball injury (14:45) - Now that Zach LaVine has his max contract, what is going to change for him? (22:30) - Expections for Zach LaVine

Aug 30, 202236 min

Ep 525Chicago Bulls trivia: The things you don’t know about the Bulls

In an entertaining and interesting episode of the podcast, Rob Schaefer quizzes long-time beat writer K.C. Johnson on some Bulls history. Rob asks K.C. who was the leading scorer in the Bulls' first ever game, who has more minutes in a single season than Michael Jordan, and a bunch of other fun and interesting facts. Enjoy! (4:20) - Highest scorer in the Bulls very first game as a franchise (6:00) - More minutes than Michael Jordan in a single season (7:50) - 5 teams the Bulls have played the most (12:40) - 6 players in Bulls history with 50-point games (20:15) - Bulls all-time leader in minutes per game (28:44) - Fastest foul out in Bulls history

Aug 26, 202233 min

Ep 524Bulls championship teams all-time draft

The Bulls currently own the fourth-most championships in NBA history, but if you were in a draft where the only players were on those teams at that time, who would you take? K.C. Johnson and Rob Schaefer battle it out in a snake draft to build the best team they can using only the championship teams. How would you draft a team with or without MJ?

Aug 23, 202233 min

Ep 523Bulls schedule review and update on injured rookie Justin Lewis

K.C. Johnson and Rob Schaefer discuss and break down the Bulls' 2022-2023 NBA schedule and discuss some new tweaks to the schedule by the NBA. The NBA is featuring a Rivalry Week where a few teams are matched up with a "rival" and the Bulls are on that list. They will be playing against the Charlotte Hornets as Lonzo and LaMelo Ball match up. Later in the pod, the guys discuss the injury to undrafted rookie two-way player Justin Lewis who the Bulls were high on.

Aug 19, 202226 min

Ep 521Will the Bulls be able to be a top four seed in the East

NBC Sports Chicago's Bulls analyst Kendall Gill joins the podcast to discuss how the Bulls stack up with the rest of the teams in the East. They discuss the players added during the off-season, what will year two of Ayo Dosunmu look like, how will the Bulls operate the point guard position around the uncertainty with Lonzo Ball, and a lot more!

Aug 16, 202221 min

Ep 5221-year anniversary of a new era of Bulls basketball

One year ago this week, the Bulls officially started a new era of basketball by signing DeMar DeRozan, Lonzo Ball, and Alex Caruso. After missing the playoffs the previous four seasons, the Bulls finally made the leap to postseason play and now hope to build on that success. K.C. Johnson and Rob Schaefer recap the offseason that changed the franchise’s fortunes and what it means going forward.

Aug 12, 202226 min

Ep 520Why fans should temper expectations for Patrick Williams this year

NBC 5's Leila Rahimi joins Robert Schaefer and Tony Gill to discuss the off-season for the Bulls and the most important question of the Bulls off-season, how good does Patrick Williams need to be for the Bulls to take a serious step up? The crew also discusses the off-season and what the Bulls need to fix to be better this season.

Aug 9, 20221h 4m

Ep 519Scottie Pippen on charity event, Scotty Pippen Jr., and Draymond Green

Bulls legend Scottie Pippen joins Rob Schaefer on the Bulls Talk pod to discuss his charity event, his son Scotty Pippen Jr. playing in NBA, and Scottie responds to Draymond Green's comments about the 2017 Warriors beating the 1996 Bulls. INDULGE!

Aug 5, 202211 min

Ep 518Bill Russell, the greatest winner in sports history

Watch this episode on our YouTube channel by clicking HERE! At the age of 88 Bill Russell, one of the greatest players in NBA history died this past Sunday. Russell an icon, a legend, a Civil Rights leader, and much more leaves behind one of the greatest legacies we've seen in sports and one of the greatest examples of what we can be to inspire change in our world. Rob Schaefer and K.C. Johnson discuss his legacy and remember not only a great athlete but a great man as well.

Aug 2, 202216 min

Ep 517Does this Bulls season depend on growth of Patrick Williams?

Make sure to watch this episode of the podcast by clicking HERE. Subscribe for more videos on the NBC Sports Chicago YouTube page! For the first time in a while, the Bulls have expectations. How will they handle it? Rob Schaefer, Will Perdue, and Jason Goff discuss the expectations for this year and if Patrick Williams’ growth is the most important factor in the Bulls taking another step. The crew also discusses the top teams in the East and where a fully-healthy Bulls matches up. (3:30) - Will Perdue breaks down the offseason signings of Andre Drummond and Goran Dragić (18:00) - The Bulls are depending on Patrick Williams’s growth (31:23) - Which teams are the Bulls looking up at in the East? (37:51) - What are the expectations for the Bulls this year?

Jul 29, 202246 min

Ep 516Bulls fans mailbag: Vučević predictions, trade possibilities, and more

You can watch this episode HERE on YouTube. Subscribe and follow to make sure you never miss an episode! The podcast mailbag, not to be confused with K.C.’s mailbag, is back. Offseason edition! K.C. Johnson and Rob Schaefer take your questions and concerns about the Bulls and give you the most informed and funny takes you’ll find. They answer questions about the fit of Bulls center Nikola Vučević, Goran Dragić’s expected role, what executives Marc Eversley and Artūras Karnišovas think about the current roster and a lot more! (5:00) -Who will be the third scoring option for the Bulls? (12:00) - How should fans watch the ebbs and flows of a Nikola Vučević season? (17:05) - Is the Bulls roster set or will they make other moves? (25:10) - What is the vision for management after a quiet offseason?

Jul 26, 202240 min

Ep 515The TOP 3 things that NEED to happen for fans to believe the Bulls are real

The Bulls have seemingly made all their off-season moves and now its time to discuss what needs to happen this year for fans to be excited about the future of this team. Rob Schaefer and Tony Gill discuss the top 3 things they are looking for in the upcoming season that will instill confidence in the fanbase that this organization is headed in the right direction. (4:47) - Patrick Williams should win the Most Improved award (12:20) - Lonzo Ball MUST remain healthy throughout this season and playoffs (17:45) - Billy Donovan needs to make the Bulls more versatile on offense (23:44) - Zach LaVine needs to improve on defense (31:00) - Bulls need to make a trade for another significant piece

Jul 22, 202236 min

Ep 514Dalen Terry, Marko Simonović Summer League recap and Drew League reaction

Summer League has officially ended meaning it’s time to recap. K.C. Johnson and Rob Schaefer discuss and break down the play of rookie first-round pick Dalen Terry, second-round big man Marko Simonović and other players on the roster. Later in the pod, the crew discusses the game of the summer, the Drew League matchup in Los Angeles featuring LeBron James and DeMar DeRozan. (0:57) - Dalen Terry injury update and Summer League recap (9:30) - Can Marko Simonović make the Bulls’ rotation? (15:25) - Justin Lewis impressed a lot of people (18:30) - Where will Malcolm Hill play? (24:30) - Drew League with LeBron James and DeMar DeRozan

Jul 19, 202230 min

Ep 513Is Lonzo Ball’s concerning injury update tied to Goran Dragic signing?

K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer, and Tony Gill discuss the injury update Artūras Karnišovas gave about Bulls guard Lonzo Ball and if Ball will be ready for training camp. The crew also discusses the signing of Goran Dragić and if the Lonzo injury is connected to the Bulls going after him. Later in the podcast, the guys discuss Dalen Terry and Marko Simonović’s play in Summer League and the rumors that All-Star guard Donovan Mitchell could be on his way to the New York Knicks. (1:25) - Artūras Karnišovas gives an honest update on Lonzo Ball’s rehab( 14:20) - Was the Goran Dragić signing insurance for Lonzo Ball? (23:46) - Summer League breakdown for Dalen Terry and Marko Simonović (33:48) - Could Donovan Mitchell be a New York Knick?

Jul 15, 202239 min

Ep 512Zach LaVine speaks to media about max deal: ‘My heart was in Chicago’

Zach LaVine is back with the Bulls and recently spoke to the media about the free agent process, his new contract, and what ultimately led him back to Chicago. K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer and Tony Gill discuss the presser and what his new deal means for the franchise. Then, later in the podcast, K.C. talks with Bulls guard Alex Caruso about how he is spending his offseason and LaVine’s return. (1:12) - Takeaways from Zach LaVine’s press conference (8:18) - What other responsibilities come with being a max player (12:53) - Zach LaVine explains why he didn't take a free agent meeting with any other teams (25:00) - K.C. Johnson’s interview with Alex Caruso

Jul 12, 202235 min

Ep 511Dalen Terry and the Bulls prepare for the Summer League

With the roster complete, it's time to get the first look at the rookies and young players. Rob Schaefer and K.C. Johnson discuss, break down, and preview the upcoming Summer league. They discuss what we should be looking out for including the growth of last year's second-round pick Marko Simonović and the NBA debut of rookie Dalen Terry. Get ready Bulls fans, the future starts now. (1:26) - What should Bulls fans be looking for in Summer League (5:41) - Most intriguing player to watch in Summer League on the Bulls (11:40) - How will Dalen Terry be featured? (18:44) - Any other rookies around the NBA Bulls fans should look at?

Jul 8, 202223 min

Ep 510After the Bulls sign Goran Dragic, is the roster set?

The Bulls roster is nearly at its completion with the addition of backup point guard Goran Dragic. Is the Bull's off-season over with the only additions being Andre Drummond and Goran Dragic? K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer, and Jason Goff discuss the off-season for the Bulls so far, what's next for the Bulls, could the Bulls have gone after T.J. Warren, if this is truly the roster going into the season how good will they be, and a lot more. (2:30) - What can Goran Dragic bring to the Bulls? (9:46) - Could the Bulls have gotten free agent T.J. Warren? (16:30) - Looking at the Bulls roster, how good can they be? (30:52) - Zach LaVine goes 1-on-1 with K.C. Johnson after re-signing with the Bulls

Jul 5, 202242 min

Ep 509Zach LaVine returns to the Bulls on a 5-year $215 million max contract

He's back! Zach LaVine returns to the Chicago Bulls on a 5-year $215 million dollar max contract and we react to it LIVE! K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer, and Tony Gill while recording the podcast, the news broke mid-way through causing a ruckus in the podcast. Check out this pod for instant reacts to the free agency news and what happens when reporters break stories while doing a podcast lol. (15:55) - BREAKING NEWS Zach LaVine signs max deal in the middle of the podcast

Jul 1, 202231 min

Ep 508A sit down with new Bull Dalen Terry

Dalen Terry was introduced to Chicago today as the newest member of the team. K.C. Johnson and Rob Schaefer sit and talk with the rookie. K.C. and Rob discuss with Terry, his beginnings in basketball, always knowing he'd be in the NBA, what he can contribute to the Bulls instantly, and why he chose to honor the late great Ben "Benji" Wilson by wearing the number 25.

Jun 27, 202216 min

Ep 507Post-2022 NBA Draft Reaction: Bulls take Dalen Terry from Arizona 18th overall

Jason Goff, K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer, and Will Perdue are live at the Advocate Center during the 2022 NBA Draft. The crew reacts to the draft and the Bulls taking Arizona sophomore wingman Dalen Terry with the 18th overall pick. They break down his skill set, what he can bring to the Bulls, and what this pick means for former number 4 pick Patrick Williams. Subscribe to the NBCSCH YouTube page and watch this episode live from the Advocate Center by clicking HERE.

Jun 24, 202235 min

Ep 506Should the Bulls take E.J. Liddell, Tari Eason or another player in the 2022 NBA Draft?

The NBA Draft is THIS WEEK and the rumors are flying and the prospects are lining up. To break down the prospects that are loosely connected with the Bulls, draft expert Ricky O'Donnell of SB Nation joins K.C. Johnson and Rob Schaefer. The guys discuss potential prospects E.J. Liddell of Ohio State and Tari Eason of LSU, Ricky suggests a few other prospects that the Bulls are looking into and they discuss the Bulls' needs to make a playoff push next season. (1:47) - Should the Bulls trade or keep their first round pick? (5:15) - Breaking down E.J. Liddell as a Bull (11:05) - How would Tari Eason fit as a Bull? (15:15) - Other potential prospects the Bulls can look into (25:00) - Philosophy of Artūras Karnišovas (31:24) - Where would Patrick Williams be drafted if the 2020 draft happened again?

Jun 21, 202235 min

Ep 505Debating the 18th pick and deciding which player will be here to win a championship

The NBA Draft is next week and the Bulls still currently own the 18th pick. If they had to use the pick, who would you want them to take? K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer, and Tony Gill discuss who might be available and who they think the Bulls should select. Later in the pod, the guys play a game where they decided which Bulls player, coach, or executive will be around when the Bulls win their 7th championship. (8:10) - Who will the Bulls take 18th overall? (20:25) - Remembering the 1998 Bulls championship (24:13) - Will He or Won't He be a Bull when they win their 7th franchise championship? (40:00) - Thoughts on if the Bulls could have traded for Christian Wood

Jun 17, 202242 min

Ep 504Will Coby White and the draft pick be traded? Is Zach LaVine close to re-signing?

The NBA Draft is on June 23rd and the Bulls have some key decisions to make. Will they use the 18th pick on a player they have worked out or will they package the pick with Coby White for an established player? K.C. Johnson and Rob Schaefer break down all the possibilities of draft night. They also discuss the rumors that Zach LaVine is close to re-signing a max deal with the Bulls. (2:54) - Will the Bulls keep or trade the pick with Coby White? (10:18) - If the Bulls use the pick who will they draft? (14:14) - Zach LaVine is rumored to be coming back to the Bulls (24:04) - NBA Finals review

Jun 14, 202227 min

Ep 503The Rudy Gobert to the Bulls podcast episode

The Bulls are looking to upgrade the roster and a rumored upgrade has taken Bulls' Twitter by storm is Utah Jazz big man and defensive anchor Rudy Gobert being traded to the Bulls. K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer, and Tony Gill discuss everything around the rumor including what would it take to trade for Gobert, what would the roster look like, and the financial ramifications. (1:07) - K.C. Johnson news update on possible Rudy Gobert trade (5:40) - What would the Bulls have to give up to trade for Gobert (11:40) - What are executives Danny Ainge and Artūras Karnišovas thinking? (17:34) - Could the Bulls win with Rudy Gobert? (30:00) - NBA Finals review

Jun 10, 202233 min

Ep 502Could Ime Udoka have been the Bulls head coach?

Even though the Bulls aren't in the Finals there is a Bulls connection. Boston Celtics head coach could have been the head coach of the Chicago Bulls. Would that have worked? K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer, and Kendall Gill discuss and break down Game 1 of the NBA Finals and the alternate universe where the Bulls hire Ime Udoka as head coach. Later in the pod, the guys discuss Zach LaVine's free agency. (1:14) - Reaction to Game 1 of the NBA Finals (11:10) - Why has Ime Udoka been so successful this year? (17:48) - Could Ime Udoka have been the next Bulls coach? (22:20) - Zach LaVine free agency update

Jun 3, 202231 min

Ep 501Offseason Mailbag: Zach LaVine trades, free agent signings, and addressing Bulls needs

The Bulls Talk crew asked you what were your concerns and questions about the Bulls and you guys delivered. Rob Schaefer, KC Johnson, and Tony Gill discuss and debate your questions about Zach LaVine and if the Bulls have to do a sign and trade, would the season look different if Lonzo Ball had been healthy, who are the free agents the Bulls should look into and a lot more! (2:00) - How would the season be different if Lonzo Ball stayed healthy? (7:00) - If Zach wanted out, how would a sign and trade workout for the Bulls (12:00) - Will Coby White be a long-term piece or a trade piece? (17:00) What should the Bulls be looking for in terms of free agents this offseason?

May 31, 202233 min

Ep 500DeMar DeRozan makes All-NBA second team and Zach LaVine contract details

KC Johnson and Rob Schaefer discuss DeMar DeRozan making the All-NBA second team in his first season as a Bull and discuss his impact on the organization. The guys also break down the implications of Zach LaVine not making an All-NBA team and what that means for a new contract in Chicago. (1:40) - DeMar DeRozan makes an All-NBA team for the 3rd time in his career (10:40) - Did the writers get the All-NBA teams correct? (17:33) - With Zach LaVine not making an All-NBA team, he is not eligible for the Super Max (26:30) - Do the Bulls have to do whatever it takes to keep Zach LaVine?

May 27, 202235 min

Ep 499Zach LaVine has knee surgery and may not be happy with role with Bulls

The Bulls rumors and news are picking up and we got you covered. In today's episode K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer, and Tony Gill discuss the news that Zach LaVine is getting work done on his left knee and what that means going forward. They also discuss a report that Zach LaVine may not have been too happy with his role as DeMar DeRozan became the premier player for the Bulls. Later they discuss the announcement that the Bulls will play a game vs the Detroit Pistons in France next year. (1:30) - Zach LaVine has knee surgery (8:40) - Zach LaVine takes issue with not being the premier player during the season (12:07) - No beef with Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan (30:00) - Bulls will play the Pistons in France

May 24, 202235 min

Ep 498Who will the Bulls take in the 2022 NBA Draft?

The NBA Combine is in full effect in Chicago and we got you covered. Recording live from the Wintrust Arena, KC Johnson and Rob Schaefer break down everything you need to know about the combine and potential players the Bulls have interest in and who they might take 18th overall in the draft. The guys also discuss Lavar Ball's comments with David Kaplan on Zach LaVine possibly not returning to the Bulls. (2:00) - What happens at the NBA Combine (6:30) - How will the Bulls address the draft with the 18th overall pick? (14:20) - Lavar Ball believes Zach LaVine won't be a Bull (18:47) - Lonzo Ball injury update

May 20, 202221 min

Ep 497Bulls concern with Lonzo Ball injury and Deandre Ayton for Nikola Vucevic trade?

This is going to be an interesting offseason for the Bulls. Along with Zach LaVine's free agency, the Bulls may have to address a position they thought they filled last off-season. In this episode of the Bulls Talk Pod, K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer, and Tony Gill discuss the level of concern the Bulls have with Lonzo Ball's knee and will they be looking for another point guard as well. They also break down a scenario where the Bulls trade for Pheonix Sun Deandre Ayton and they discuss the Conference Finals. (2:15) - David Kaplan reports the Bulls have "serious" concerns over Lonzo Ball's knee (9:39) - Lonzo's injury will impact what the Bulls do this off-season (16:30) - Could Deandre Ayton be a Bull this off-season? (26:50) - NBA Conference Finals preview

May 17, 202235 min

Ep 496K.C. Johnson goes 1-on-1 with former Bull Eddy Curry

Eddy Curry is one of the most well known preps to pros in Chicago history after being drafted by his hometown team, the Bulls in the 2001 NBA draft. Since then Curry has been through a lot but has come out on top as an NBA veteran, a father and husband, and an NBA champion. Curry joins K.C. Johnson as they discuss his newest creative project, his time and stories as a Chicago Bull, and what he makes of his entire career. (3:30) - Early memories of the Berto Center (14:30) - Curry on former coaches Scott Skiles and Tim Floyd (22:50) - Curry discusses not liking Tyson Chandler in the beginning (29:21) - Curry tells his stories about Charles Oakley (33:25) - Curry on the future of preps to pros

May 13, 202239 min

Ep 495NBA MVP, most important Bulls rankings, and NBA playoff reviews

With the NBA season awards being announced every week the league's most prominent individual award, the Most Valuable Player has been given to the Denver Nuggets' Nikola Jokic making him a back-to-back winner of the award. Was this the right choice? K.C. Johnson and Tony Gill discuss the 2021-2022 NBA MVP and if the writers got this one correct. Later in the pod, the guys debate and rank their top 5 most MVP or most important Bulls and break down the NBA Playoffs. (1:06) - Nikola Jokic named NBA MVP, was he the right choice? (8:09) - Ranking the most important Bulls of this season (27:00) - NBA Playoff round up

May 10, 202239 min

Ep 494Breaking down the Bulls roster, who will stay and who will go

It is officially the off-season for the Bulls and the roster must be looked at and broken down to see what moves should be made. We get a jump on that on this episode of the podcast. KC Johnson, Rob Schaefer, and Tony Gill go over the entire roster from top to bottom and detail each player's season and discuss should they stay or should they go. (2:00) - What will the Bulls need this offseason? (8:36) - The impact of DeMar DeRozan (15:00) - Is Zach LaVine considering leaving? (26:07) - Was Nikola Vučević's season disappointing? (35:20) - Will Lonzo Ball be able to stay healthy as a Bull? (40:40) - Can Alex Caruso continue to be a force on this team? (46:30) - Will Coby White be traded? (54:05) - Ayo Dosunmu's growth (58:35) - Can Patrick Williams be a star?

May 6, 20221h 5m

Ep 493Day 2 exit interviews: Artūras Karnišovas and Zach LaVine discuss the future of the Bulls

Even though the season didn't end as well as we all hoped, the Bulls made progress and are looking to make more this offseason. K.C. Johnson and Rob Schaefer recap the second day of exit interviews for the Bulls with Bulls' executive vice president of basketball operations Artūras Karnišovas and unrestricted free-agent Zach LaVine. K.C. and Rob discuss what was said, what they expect the Bulls to do this offseason, and the chances Zach LaVine will stay with the Bulls.

Apr 29, 202225 min

Ep 492Bulls vs Bucks series wrap up and Day 1 of player exit interviews

The Bulls end their season losing in 5 games to the Milwaukee Bucks in convincing fashion. With the way the season ended, was this season still a success? K.C. Johnson and Rob Schaefer discuss the Bulls vs Bucks series and what can be learned from their first playoff visit in 5 years. They also discuss the first day of exit interviews from Bulls players including, quotes from Patrick Williams, Lonzo Ball, and Ayo Dosunmu. (1:50) - Wrapping up the Bulls vs Bucks series (6:30) - Lonzo Ball's injury woes (15:00) - How will Patrick Williams develop in the offseason? (24:00) - What will be the strategy of AK and Marc Eversley?

Apr 29, 202234 min

Ep 491Bulls vs Bucks gm 3 & 4 reaction: Bulls drop both home games and DeRozan & LaVine walk out

The Bulls dropped both game 3 and game 4 to the Milwaukee Bucks as the team up north heads back with a commanding 3-1 in the series. Is it all but over? K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer, and Tony Gill break down both games including what is going wrong with the Bulls, an update on Alex Caruso's injury, and what was behind Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan leaving the court a little early after during game 4.

Apr 25, 202232 min

Ep 490Bulls vs Bucks GM 2 reation: Bulls make this a series and tie it 1-1

The Bulls make it a series and tie it after beating the Milwaukee Bucks in game 2 of the first-round matchup. K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer, and Will Perdue break down the big win, including the great defense by the Bulls, the play of DeMar DeRozan and Alex Caruso, and can they repeat the effort in game 3.

Apr 21, 202242 min

Ep 489Bulls vs Bucks GM 1 reaction: Bulls almost pulled off the improbable

The Bulls were almost there and had Giannis and the Bucks right where they wanted them, but ended up losing game one 93-86. Rob Schaefer, KC Johnson, and Tony Gill discuss the opening series loss including Nikola Vucevic'S outing, will DeMar DeRozan play that poorly again, can the Bulls play defense as well as they did in game one throughout the series, and a lot more. (1:03) - Positive takeaways from game 1 (9:37) - Will the Bulls' Big 3 play that poorly on offense again? (16:40) - Controversial plays of the game (26:10) - Was Zach LaVine's late game 3 a good shot?

Apr 18, 202232 min

Ep 488How can the Bulls stop Giannis and the Milwaukee Bucks?

We all know this is an uphill battle but the Bulls still have to lace them up against the Bucks for a 7 games series and what do we say to the God of Death? NOT TODAY! K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer, Tony Gill, and Kendall Gill discuss ways the Bulls can slow down 2-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo and how they can pull off an upset. Later in the pod, K.C. Johnson goes over his list of All-NBA teams and why he chose them. (4:00) - Ways to disrupt Giannis and slow down the Bucks (11:16) - Can what Patrick Williams did against Minnesota propel him against the Bucks? (18:00) - What will be the Bulls starting lineup vs the Bucks? (32:46) - Debating the All-NBA teams

Apr 15, 202242 min

Ep 487Pat Will might be a dude, playoff push, and NBA awards

Who knew Patrick Williams could play like that? Rob Schaefer and K.C. Johnson discuss the career night for Patrick Williams and if he can grow from that outing in the final game. They also break down the Bulls' first-round matchup against eh Milwaukee Bucks and if there's anything the Bulls can do to slow down Giannis, and KC Johnson gives his NBA award selections. (2:00) - Patrick Williams scores a career-high 35 points (9:55) - Bulls draw a tough matchup in the first-round against the Milwaukee Bucks (20:00) - NBA MVP, Defensive player of the year, All-Rookie team, and more

Apr 12, 202232 min

Ep 486Can the Bulls fix their issues before the playoffs?

The Bulls are not headed in the right direction as the regular season is almost at its close with only 2 games left. Is that enough time for the Bulls to figure out what's wrong? Rob Schaefer, K.C. Johnson, and Will Perdue discuss the recent struggles of the Bulls and if they have a chance to turn it around before the playoffs begin. (2:00) - What happens to a team when they are struggling at the end of a season? (10:00) - Bulls aren't dictating anything in games anymore (18:47) - Is the way the season is ending impact the progress AK and Marc have made? (29:30) - What are the holes that need to be filled on the roster? (38:00) - Will the Bulls be better next year by going through this tough stretch?

Apr 8, 202246 min