By The Horns: A Chicago Bulls Show

Get ready for the start of the Bulls season with this preview with Jason Goff, Kendall Gill, and Will Perdue. The pre and post-game hosts break down the upcoming season, what they expect from the new-look Bulls, how will the pieces fit together, and a lot more!

Nikola Vučević has a real opportunity to help win a lot of games in Chicago and he knows it. Bulls insider KC Johnson sits down with the Bulls big man to discuss this upcoming season and his expectations for the year. They also dive into his family and how basketball is deeply rooted in how he was raised, his appreciation for Michael Jordan, his connection to former Bulls coach Tim Floyd, and a lot more. (2:00) - Growing up with basketball (7:00) - Tim Floyd and USC (17:38) - Watching the Bulls and Michael Jordan (22:30) - Expectations for this season

The Bulls finally play a close game and STILL pull out the W. This team is showing they can win different ways. Jason Goff, Rob Schaefer, and KC Johnson discuss the preseason winning streak and how Billy Donovan is changing the emphasis on defense, the impact the new reserves are having on the team, Zach LaVine being used differently this year, and injury updates on Patrick Williams and Coby White. (1:20) - New Bulls reserves having an impact early (7:20) - Is Lonzo Ball is better defensively than we thought? (14:20) - Injury update on Patrick Williams (23:30) - Differences in Zach LaVine this year (29:40) - Ayo Dosunmu hits the game winner

The Bulls started the new era off right in their first preseason showing vs. the Cleveland Cavaliers. Is this the real deal? Jason Goff, K.C. Johnson, and Rob Schaefer discuss the game, how Lonzo Ball is changing the culture of the team, if the defense be consistent and what can be the ceiling for this team. (2:10) - Lonzo Ball's impact is instantly felt (10:00) - Billy Donovan is taking full advantage of the 4 preseason games (16:20) - Can the Bulls be a good defensive team this year? (24:50) - How will the younger players, get into the rotation?

The Bulls are preparing to start a potential playoff run this season and it begins with their first preseason game against an old friend, Lauri Markkanen, and the Cleveland Cavaliers. Rob Schaefer and KC Johnson discuss how the team is gelling in camp and what head coach Billy Donovan is thinking on how he might use the roster in the first preseason game. The crew also discusses the Bull career of Lauri Markkanen and Denzel Valentine and how they fit on their new team, the Cleveland Cavaliers.

(Sniff Sniff) AHHH smells like basketball season is about to begin. Feels good knowing you have a real chance at a playoff spot. Bask in it Bulls fans as the Bulls Talk pod gets you prepared for the new era of Bulls basketball. In this episode, Jason Goff and KC Johnson discuss new and nuggets from the first week of training camp including injury updates on Partick Williams and Coby White, position battles on the wings, which young player is asking all the questions to get better, and a lot more. (3:10) - How will Billy Donovan use his new bench this year? (7:40) - Former Portland Trailblazer head coach Terry Stotts joins Bulls practice (13:40) - How to cover a no drama Bulls team heading into camp (18:00) - News, nuggets, sights and sounds on how this new Bulls team is coming together so far

Ok Bulls fans, the new season has begun as Bulls media day has come. Jason Goff, KC Johnson, and Rob Schaefer discuss and break down the sights and sounds from Media day including expectations for the team, they react to comments made by DeMar DeRozen about roster fit, Artūras Karnišovas' comments about his very active Summer, Zach LaVine's praising the roster, and a lot more. (1:30) - Most interesting thing from Media Day (9:50) - Will the Bulls be better defensively? (19:20) - Billy Donovan addresses the new team and the expectations for this year (28:50) - Lonzo Ball speaks to what he can add to this team (37:20) - How have the Bulls handled vaccinations?

Training camp for this new Bulls roster begins next week, and there are things fans everywhere should be looking out for. Rob Schaefer, K.C. Johnson, and Tony Gill break down the 8 most important storylines all Bulls fans should be looking out for as the new era of Bulls basketball begins including how will Patrick Williams perform in his second year, when will Coby White return, when will the Lonzo Ball tampering investigation end, and a lot more. (2:10) - What will be the final judgment on the Lonzo Ball tampering investigation? (6:11) - How will Lonzo Ball be used this year? (9:46) - When will Coby White be ready to play? (14:25) - What will Patrick Williams look like in his second year in the league? (19:11) - What will become of Zach LaVine and his contract situation? (23:55) - Who will take the final roster spots on the Bulls? (27:58) - Which new roster piece will have the biggest impact?(34:35) - How will this new team fit together schematically?

The Bulls pre and post game analyst Will Perdue and Kendall Gill join Bulls insider KC Johnson as they break down the 2021-22 Chicago Bulls roster. The crew discusses the newcomers in Lonzo Ball, Alex Caruso, and DeMar DeRozen, and what they will add to the team. What is expected from Zach LaVine as the leader of this new roster and what will we see in the second year of Patrick Williams. (1:40) - Kendall Gill "The Bulls potentially have 4 all-stars" (11:10) - Lonzo Ball will be a key factor for the Bulls offense (20:00) - How will Zach LaVine's Olympic experience impact the Bulls? (29:00) - Expectations for Patrick Williams (34:20) - What are the expectations for this team this year?

The Bulls training camp roster is now complete. Now the countdown begins to the start of training camp. Jason Goff, KC Johnson, and Rob Schaefer break down the almost completed roster and discuss if the Bulls are ready to compete for a playoff spot and the expectations for them this season. Later in the pod, the crew discusses the Hall of Fame career of Toni Kukoč and his impact on basketball. (3:22) - Big roster overhaul, how do you feel about this roster? (13:00) -What can the new acquisitions for the Bulls bring to the roster (17:40) - What's next for Zach LaVine as he progresses to the leader of a potential playoff team (23:07) - Does Lonzo Ball's style fit with this roster (30:26) - The Impact Toni Kukoč had on the landscape of basketball

The Bulls felt like they were right there to locking down a key player in the offseason in Paul Milsap but Milsap chooses a possible ring chase in Brooklyn. KC Johnson and Jason Goff discuss the details on how close the Bulls were in signing Milsap, and now that he is gone are there other options still out there that the Bulls can benefit from. The guys also discuss the Ben Simmons saga and where they think he will land.

Is Paul Millsap a fit for the Bulls? Host Jason Goff and Bulls Insider K.C. Johnson discuss his fit with the team and if he should get one of the final roster spots. K.C. also revisits his exit interview with Lauri Markkanen after news of his trade to the Cleveland Cavaliers become public. And finally, the duo discuss Coby White's fit with the new look Bulls and what his role will be during the 2021-22 season.

The Lauri Markkanen saga is over. Friday morning, the Bulls agreed to sign and trade Markkanen to the Cavaliers in a three-team deal that will net Chicago Derrick Jones Jr. and a first-round pick. Jason Goff, K.C. Johnson, and Rob Schaefer break down the transaction and what comes next for the Bulls.

Bulls Basketball is heading in a new direction and era under AK and Marc Eversley, but what is it like to cover a new regime? Jason Goff, KC Johnson, and Rob Schaefer discuss covering the new Bulls, reminiscing and going over other times covering the team. The crew also discusses the first time, they realized they could cover a team well, their thoughts on the Malice at the Palace documentary, and a lot more. (1:04) - Interesting stories left for the Bulls during this offseason (11:04) - Covering the Bulls in the social media era (20:34) - What does it mean to cover a team (30:00) - First time making waves covering the Bulls (36:30) - Malice at the Palace documentary

The Lauri Markkanen restricted free agent saga continues and the crew gives you up to date information to keep you informed on where Lauri Markkanen will be playing this year. K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer, and Tony Gill discuss the chances that Markkanen could be a Bull again after wanting out. Later, the crew discusses the over/under total wins set by PointsBet for the Bulls and break down the schedule. (1:40) - NBA close to finalizing their investigation into tampering by the Bulls (5:00) - What would it look like if Lauri Markkanen was a Bull again? (15:00) - Bulls are set at 41.5 wins for this upcoming year. Are you taking the over or the under? (22:00) - Breaking down the Bulls’ schedule

The NBA offseason is in full swing, and in a dead period for Bulls news, it's time for a mailbag episode! Jason Goff, Rob Schaefer, and Tony Gill discuss questions sent via Twitter to the podcast. The group discusses how the current roster can be improved, whether Bulls fans have regrets about traded players, which teams (on paper) do the Bulls have a better starting lineup than and more. (6:40) - Which recent departing Bull will have success after leaving the Bulls (12:00) - Which lineup combinations are you most excited to see? (20:00) - Besides Zach, which Bull will/can make an All-Star team this year? (26:30) - Could there be potential ego issues the Bulls have to work through? (35:20) - Is there a free agent still out there that the Bulls can get to improve interior defense?

Now that the Bulls' 2021 free-agent signings are official, Lonzo Ball, DeMar DeRozan, and Alex Caruso spoke to the media about why they wanted to be Bulls and how they think it can work. Jason Goff, K.C. Johnson, and Rob Schaefer discuss what the new guys had to say, and how they think the team will fare. Also on the pod, the crew breaks down Summer League action and provides the latest on the Lauri Markkanen situation. He remains in limbo. (1:20) - Summer league wrap up: Patrick Williams has proven his point, and it's up to rookies Ayo Dosunmu and Marko Simonović to finish up. (13:00) - New Bulls are introduced. How will they all fit in? (23:25) - How will the Bulls use Alex Caruso? (31:00) - Lauri Markkanen is still a Bull. Why? (41:50) - If Lauri knew this was a prove it year for him, why didn't he become more aggressive on offense?

This Summer League is an important one, especially for Patrick Williams. Rob Schaefer and K.C. Johnson break down The Paw's growth so far in three games and discuss how the rest of the young Bulls are faring so far. The guys also provide updates on Lauri Markkanen's status. In the second half of the pod, K.C. interviews Williams as they discuss his Summer League play so far, his background and how he got to where he is today. (1:50) - Patrick Williams is getting a lot of opportunities to do a lot of different things in Simmer League (11:35) - Lauri Markkanen updates (15:26) - Patrick Williams interview with KC Johnson (25:00) - Goals for his sophomore campaign (30:51) - Rapid fire questions for The Paw

Bulls basketball is here — kind of. Summer League has begun and it's time to see which rookie or young player can make an impact. Jason Goff, Rob Schaefer, and K.C. Johnson discuss the first summer league game and the play of Patrick Williams, Ayo Dosunmu, and Marko Simonović. Later in the pod, the crew discusses the NBA's investigation into tampering by the Bulls and the latest on where Lauri Markkanen will play. (2:00) - Breaking down the play of Marko Simonović, Patrick WillIams, and Ayo Dosunmu (9:00) - Expectations for Patrick Williams in year 2 (17:10) -NBA investigates tampering in Lonzo Ball sign and trade (23:50) - Latest updates in Lauri Markkanen's offseason

The BIG3 is back in town, and that means the stars are coming out. Jason Goff sits down with the man behind the BIG3, Ice Cube, to discuss the creation of the league, its four-year anniversary, what should fans expect and Kanye West showing up to a game. Then, Ice Cube breaks down the Bulls offseason moves, including the addition of former Laker Alex Caruso.

The Bulls have been one of the busiest teams in the NBA this offseason, and the final piece of business for Artūras Karnišovas and Marc Eversley is Lauri Markkanen. Which teams are looking to sign him? Will the Bulls do a sign and trade or will they just let him walk? K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer and Tony Gill break down Markkanen's offseason and predict what may happen. Later in the pod, the crew discusses the Bulls' Summer League team and dive into the Olympic team's gold medal game vs. France. (2:00) - Charlotte Hornets are reported to be interested in Lauri Markkanen (10:00) - Can the Bulls get anything for Lauri if they do a sign and trade or is his value too low? (20:50) - Bulls Summer league roster. What should fans be watching for from Patrick Williams, Marko Simonović, and Ayo Dosunmu (29:00) - Could LaMarcus Aldridge return to the NBA and sign with the Bulls? (34:48) - Team USA plays in the gold medal game vs France

In part 3 of the Bulls free-agency recap, the Bulls go get another All-star in DeMar DeRozen from the San Antonio Spurs. The Bulls will sign DeRozen to a three-year $85 million contract and trade Thaddeus Young and Al-Farouq Aminu from the Bulls as well as a future first-round pick, a 2022 second-round pick via the Lakers as well as the Bulls' own 2025 second-round pick. KC Johnson, Jason Goff, and Rob Schaefer break down the trade and if the Bulls will be ready to contend for a top spot in the East, is this a good fit for the Bulls, and much more.

In part 2 of the Bulls free agency recap special, KC Johnson and Rob Schaefer recap the first day of free agency, go into depth into the Alex Caruso signing by the Bulls, how close were the Bulls to signing Derrick Rose, comparing John Paxson's first 2 years as leader of the Bulls basketball ops to Artūras Karnišova, and break down Zach LaVine's position on wanting "respect" with his new upcoming contract. (1:00) - KC Johnson gives his thoughts on the Lonzo Ball signing (4:50) - How did Alex Caruso become a Bull and did the Rose return almost happen (11:00) - John Paxson's first 2 years vs Artūras Karnišova's first 2 years (19:20) - Zach LaVine wants respect with his next contract

After all the rumors, Lonzo Ball is officially a Chicago Bull. The Bulls signed Ball to a 4yr $85 million contract via sign and trade with the New Orleans Pelicans for Tomas Satoransky, Garrett Temple, and a second round pick. Rob Schaefer, Jason Goff, and Tony Gill break down the signing, what can Lonzo bring to the Bulls, and a lot more in part 1 of the Bulls free agency recap. (2:00) - First reactions to the Bulls signing Lonzo Ball (10:00) - What does Lonzo bring to the Bulls and how will he be used (18:00) - Does Patrick Williams need to be a star for this team to work? (30:00) - Does Lonzo finally fix all of the Bulls play making issues? (43:00) - Bulls are being connected to DeMar DeRozan

With the 38th pick in this year's draft, the Bulls selected Chicago native Ayo Dosunmu. To get a deeper look into who Ayo is, K.C. Johnson is joined by Nick Irvin, former head coach of Morgan Park high school and current assistant coach at Western Illinois. Nick and K.C. discuss Ayo's background, what kind of player the Bulls are getting and what fans can expect from the rookie. (1:00) - Nick Irvin on what type of basketball player the Bulls are getting in Ayo: "They are getting a winner" (6:20) - Ayo stories of winning back-to-back state championships at Morgan Park (10:20) - Irvin on Ayo's respect for Derrick Rose and learning to play for your home town team (14:10) - How will Ayo handle not being a first-round pick?

Illinois guard and Chicago native Ayo Dosunmu is drafted by the Chicago Bulls in the second round 38th overall to much joy by Bulls fans. Jason Goff, Rob Schaefer, KC Johnson, and Tony Gill break down the pick, and comments made by Ayo, and Bulls VP of Basketball Ops Artūras Karnišovas, and what can be expected from the newest Bull. (1:30) - First impressions of Ayo Dosunmu as a Chicago Bull (8:40) - Does the Bulls drafting Ayo impact, Coby White or Tomáš Satoranský? (16:30) - Should the Bulls have taken Auburn guard Sharife Cooper instead of Ayo? (25:00) - Notes from the NBA Draft (28:35) - Team USA Olympics review. USA vs the Tomáš Satoranský led Czech Republic

The NBA Draft is this Thursday, which means free agency is also right around the corner. The Bulls have decisions to make. Rob Schaefer, Jason Goff, and K.C. Johnson break down the options the Bulls have to fix their point guard issues including Lonzo Ball, Derrick Rose and Dennis Schröder. Later in the podcast, the crew also discusses the draft, and since the Bulls don't have a first-round pick what are viable options in the second round. Oh and Team USA, TF!? (1:40) - Bulls need to address point guard, what are their realistic options this offseason? (12:00) - Better fit: Lonzo Ball or Dennis Schröder? (18:45) - What is going to happen to Lauri Markkanen? (26:00) - Options in the second round for the Bulls (30:40) - Team USA is giving off real 2004 Olympic team vibes

Jason Goff and NBC Sports Chicago Bulls reporter Rob Schaefer run down a list of offseason news: Zach LaVine clearing protocols and preparing to join the US Olympic team in Tokyo, what to expect when 2020 second-round pick Marko Simonovic joins the team and Giannis Antetokounmpo leading the Bucks to a championship. Later in the show, Bulls director of digital Dan Moriarty joins Schaefer to discuss the team's foray into the world of NFTs. (1:10) - Zach LaVine updates (6:00) - Bulls 2020 second-round pick Marko Simonović is coming to the Bulls (12:30) - The Milwaukee Bucks win the NBA Championship. How will Giannis be remembered? (30:10) - Why are people disrespecting the great Michael Wesley Redd? (Tony edit) (36:20) - Bulls director of digital, Dan Moriarty on the newest Bulls product for fans, The Bulls Legacy series collection NFT

In a jam-packed episode, the Bulls Talk crew of Jason Goff, Rob Schaefer, Tony Gill, and KC Johnson debate Derrick Rose's Hall of Fame chances and if he should get his jersey retired, the NBA Finals and if the Bucks are going to win it, Zach LaVine's play on the Olympic team, and they react live to the news that Zach will be placed on the Health & Safety protocol. (1:15) - Will Derrick Rose get into the Basketball Hall of Fame and will he get his jersey retired by the Bulls (9:30) - Team USA vs Spain review (16:40) - Does Zach LaVine have an opportunity to grow his legacy with a great Olympic run? (25:13) - Zach LaVine opens up about his contract with the Bulls (31:30) - BREAKING: Zach LaVine will be put in the Health & Safety protocol and will not be traveling with Team USA to Tokyo

NBC Sports Chicago Bulls reporter Rob Schaefer is joined by Zach LaVine -- live in Las Vegas -- to discuss a wide range of Bulls topics. LaVine shares his thoughts on Team USA’s training camp, what he expects from the Tokyo Olympics, his evaluation of Patrick Williams’ Select Team performance, his thoughts on looming extension talks with the Bulls, and much more. (2:04) - LaVine discusses his experience on the Olympic team so far (6:12) - Adapting to a new role on team USA than he's used to with the Bulls (12:20) - Patrick Williams' play for the USA select team (16:15) - LaVine's thoughts on his new contract negotiations and what he wants (23:15) - LaVine speaks to becoming a leader on a playoff team and what he needs to do to push the Bulls forward

Rob Schaefer has boots on the ground on Team USA in Las Vegas as Team USA losing the second exhibition to the Australian national team. Rob and KC Johnson, discuss the goings-on in Las Vegas, Zach Lavine's contributions to the team, what his role is looking like with the team, and should American basketball fans be worried that this team could not win the gold. Later in the pod, the crew breaks down the NBA Finals and the impact former Bull Bobby Portis is making with his new team. (1:40) - Covering live games with live in-person press conferences (5:00) - Should American basketball fans be alarmed that Team USA has lost the first 2 exhibition games? (11:24) - What is Zach LaVine's role on Team USA? (24:10) - NBA Finals review and Bobby Portis is making his presence known in the Finals

Fran Fraschilla joins host Jason Goff to discuss the upcoming Tokyo Olympics, international play, Zach LaVine's first Olympics, Artūras Karnišovas' international scouting, and a lot more. (1:55) - Team USA vs. Nigeria preview (5:20) - The impact international players have had on the NBA game (9:30) - Artūras Karnišovas' history as a scout and international player (17:30) - What will Zach LaVine learn from this experience in the Olympics?

The 2002-03 Bulls endured a trying season, one where Jalen Rose and Jay Williams landed in the spotlight often—and sometimes appeared at odds. Now, the ex-Bulls are teammates again, creating strong chemistry on ESPN’s “NBA Countdown.” Over the past couple of weeks, KC Johnson caught up with both Williams and Rose to compare memories of that season and discuss their media careers in advance of Game 1 of the NBA Finals.

Jason Goff, K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer and Tony Gill discuss Patrick Williams being named to the US Select Team, which will be practicing against the Olympic team; a trade scenario for Spencer Dinwiddie that may fix the Bulls’ need at point guard; if Thad Young is in the long-term plans for the franchise; and Chris Paul making it to the NBA Finals. Oh, and Cam Payne. (4:25) - Benefits Patrick Williams will get playing with and against the best players in the world on the US Select Team (12:40) - Possible trade scenarios for the Bulls to get Spencer Dinwiddie (22:10) - Will Thad Young be a key piece for the Bulls moving forward? (34:30) - Chri Paul makes his first Finals appearance

In this episode of the Bulls Talk podcast, Jason Goff, K.C. Johnson, and Rob Schaefer discuss Bulls legend Scottie Pippen's hot boy summer of interviews, Zach LaVine officially being named to the Team USA roster for the Tokyo Olympics, and if the NBA Playoffs are good this year despite injuries. We thought we knew you Pip smh. (2:00) - We are reliving the "Last Dance" with Scottie Pippen setting flames across the nation about his career and time with the Bulls (8:00) - Scottie calls Phil Jackson a racist (18:10) - Are the 2021 NBA playoffs fun? (26:16) - Zach LaVine is officially named to Team USA. Is it time for Zach to recruit?

We all knew it was likely but now it's a reality. The Bulls end up with no pick in the first round of the 2021 NBA Draft; they’ll convey the No. 8 pick to the Orlando Magic for All-Star Nikola Vučević. Rob Schaefer, K.C. Johnson, and Tony Gill break down the potential impact of not having a pick in this year's draft and what it means for the Bulls and the path Artūras Karnišovas and Marc Eversley have to take to improve the team. They also discuss Zach LaVine heading to the Olympics and how that helps him and the Bulls. (2:30) - Reaction to the Bulls missing the lottery and having two central division teams selecting in the top 4 (9:00) - What is next for Artūras Karnišovas and Marc Eversley this offseason now that they don't have a lottery pick? (12:00) - Zach LaVine commits to play for Team USA in the Tokyo Olympics (20:05) - Thad Young receives the NBA's Hustle Award (29:00) - Review of the NBA's Conference Finals

The number one seed in the Eastern Conference, the Philadelphia 76ers, are out of the playoffs and people had things to say. Jason Goff, K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer, and Tony Gill discuss Josh Smith's comments on Doc Rivers, the reaction to Ben Simmons on social media, whether the Bulls can be close to what Atlanta has become after being in the same tier, and if Ben Simmons can be the next point guard for the Chicago Bulls. (2:00) - Josh Smith trashes Doc Rivers and Mike Woodson and makes it personal (10:50) - Does Ben Simmons have a mental block to shoot? (18:00) - Will the Bulls be in the pursuit of Ben Simmons and how could he fit? (27:00) - Spencer Dinwiddie declines his option with the Nets, could he return to the Bulls organization? (35:00) - Can/will the Bulls turn it around and be competitive with the Hawks next season?

After being selected to the All-Rookie second team, KC Johnson, Rob Schaefer, and Tony Gill discuss his selection and if they were expecting it or should another rookie have gotten his spot. Later in the pod, the crew discusses the many coaching changes around the league and discusses the future of Bulls coach Billy Donovan now that teams around the league are cutting ties with coaches early. The crew also talks injuries in the NBA playoffs and the NBA lottery. (2:40) - The Bulls have back to back All-Rookie team selections in Coby White and Patrick Williams (11:35) - A LOT of NBA coaches are leaving and/or getting fired, what does that mean for the tenure and future of Bulls coach Bily Donovan? (18:40) - Coaches relationships with team management (26:30) - Marc Eversley will represent the Bulls at the NBA lottery

Chris Paul is on a historic run but is he a top 5 point guard all-time? Jason Goff, K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer, and Tony Gill debate and rank the greatest point guards and discuss how fans will view a LeBron James-less NBA Finals. Later in the podcast, Rob sits down with Bulls GM Marc Eversley to discuss his newest role as he is set to join the Canada Basketball Board of Directors. (2:00) - 2nd round playoff reviews (10:00) - Will fans care that LeBron James isn't in the Finals and watch? (25:10) - Is Chris Paul a top 5 point guard of all time? (52:20) - Rob Schaefer interview with Marc Eversley

It was announced Thursday by the Bulls that Coby White had successful surgery on his left shoulder which will have him out a minimum of 4 months before he is re-evaluated. K.C. Johnson and Rob Schaefer discuss the crushing blow for the Bulls and discuss the pressing issue of the Bulls and their need for a point guard ASAP. Later in the podcast, Jason Goff returns from vacation and joins K.C. and Rob to discuss the MVP, NBA playoffs, and Scottie Pippen's new tell-all book. (1:20) - Coby White tears his labrum doing basketball activities (7:30) - Bulls will need to add a guard as a top priority (12:00) - Options the Bulls have at point guard this offseason (13:06) - Jason Goff returns from vacation and rejoins the podcast (26:40) - Tom Thibodeau wins Coach of the Year (42:40) - Scottie Pippen is set to release his tell-all book

It's playoffs or bust for next year's Bulls so that means they need to overtake some teams to make it. K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer, and Tony Gill break down each (logical)* team the Bulls will be matched up against next year for a playoff berth and discuss scenarios which the Bulls could supplant or finish under them. Later in the podcast, the crew breaks down each 2nd round playoff matchup of the 2021 playoffs and select their winners to move on to the conference finals. *Logical meaning, not the Nets, Sixers, Bucks, or Hawks, because come on its not happening (6:25) - Toronto Raptors (9:30) - Charlotte Hornets (12:35) - Indiana Pacers (18:34) - Washington Wizards (22:24) - Boston Celtics (26:15) - Miami Heat (29:50) - New York Knicks

The Bulls Talk crew of K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer, and Tony Gill go into the K.C. mailbag and discuss questions that didn't make the cut, including: Will Billy Donovan be fired if the Bulls miss the playoffs again, is Derrick Rose the right point guard for the Bulls, can the Bulls re-sign Daniel Theis, and if Chris Paul is a free agent, would the Bulls be willing to sign him? Later in the pod, they discuss their favorite Bull playoff performances. (2:50) - Will Billy Donovan be fired if the Bulls miss the playoffs next year? (6:20) - Can and will the Bulls bring back Daniel Theis this offseason? (11:00) - With Zach LaVine headed for a big extension, who realistically can the Bulls get to fix the point guard position? Derrick Rose? (19:40) - Is Chris Paul a possible get for the Bulls? (25:30) - Favorite Bulls playoff performances (Jordan could have had all of them)

The NBA playoffs are where the Bulls are striving to be so adding and upgrading the point guard position this offseason with one that has playoff experience is a top priority for Artūras Karnišovas and Marc Eversley. Jason Goff, KC Johnson, and Rob Schaefer discuss the playoffs and rank which point guard should the Bulls and Bulls fans should be watching, including Derrick Rose and Mike Conley. Later in the podcast, the crew discusses the Bulls roster and selects who they think should stay and go, and the crew remembers the 10 year anniversary of the Bulls making the Eastern Conference Finals vs the Miami Heat. (1:20) - The point guard play in the playoffs (8:40) - Listing off potential playoff PGs the Bulls can grab this offseason starting with Derrick Rose (16:40) - Bulls roster breakdown, who should stay, and who should go? (29:40) - Will most of the changes to improve the team come from player development or from outside help? (33:40) - Did Artūras Karnišovas and Marc Eversley push in their chips too early on this team? (41:50) - 10-year anniversary of the Derrick Rose led Bulls vs LeBron James and the Miami Heat in the 2011 NBA Eastern Conference Finals

As the play-in and first round of playoff games get going you can't help but feel a way about the Bulls not playing postseason basketball. (Especially after watching the Pacers and Hornets. Sheesh.) But what can AK do to make sure the playoffs aren't missed next year? Jason Goff, Rob Schaefer, and K.C. Johnson discuss the playoffs games and if the Bulls could have made some noise if they made the play-in tournament, their biggest takeaways from the first set of playoff games, will Patrick Williams make the All-Rookie team, and they analyze Artūras Karnišovas' first year on the job. (4:00) - Bulls missed an opportunity to play meaningful, fun basketball this year (8:00) - Around the league playoff reviews (16:50) - Most impressive individual performance award of the first playoff games goes to? (27:10) - Bulls fans react to Chandler Hutchison and Daniel Gafford on the Wizards (36:10) - Does Patrick Williams have a shot to be on either All-Rookie teams this year?

It’s awards season on the Bulls Talk Podcast. With the season coming to an end, K.C. Johnson and Rob Schaefer decided to hand out some awards. Hear who took home the prestigious honors of Most Improved, Most Valuable and many more! (1:40) - Bulls' MVP of the 2020-21 season (6:05) - Bulls' Most Improved Player (12:25) - Most Disappointing Bull (18:21) - Biggest Surprise (26:30) - Rapid fire awards

The Bulls miss the playoffs again this year but it does feel different than last year. They end the season with 2 All-Stars and some hope for better in the next season. Artūras Karnišovas and Bulls players address the media for the last time this season and discuss the disappointment in missing the playoffs again, their assessment of the season, and what they expect this offseason and next year. Jason Goff, KC Johnson, and Rob Schaefer break down the interviews and discuss what they expect AK to do this offseason, Zach LaVine's contract situation, and discuss was this season a failure after not making it to the playoffs. Later in the podcast, KC Johnson sits down with new Hall of Famer Toni Kukoč. (2:30) - Billy Donovan and Artūras Karnišovas didn't sugar coat this Bulls season (10:00) - Bulls had a goal and they didn't do that despite trading for another All-Star (15:30) - Billy Donovan discusses how he feels this season went and what he thinks of the roster (21:00) - Zach LaVine is looking to cash in when he negotiates on a new contract (30:00) - Patrick Williams needs an NBA offseason (36:00) - Lauri Markkanen is looking forward to an opportunity to prove himself and it's most likely for another team (45:15) - Former Bulls great and now 2021 Basketball Hall of Famer Toni Kukoč joins KC Johnson to discuss the ultimate accomplishment for a basketball player

The Bulls are still in pursuit of the play-in tournament and they keep themselves alive with a win vs the Raptors behind the play of Coby White. Has Coby's play in the last couple of weeks changed the narrative about him? Jason Goff, Rob Schaefer, and KC Johnson discuss Coby and his future with the Bulls. The crew also discuss the play of the two All-Stars Zach LaVine and Nikola Vučević and they break down the low offensive outputs of rookie Patrick Williams and where they see him in the future plans of the Bulls. (4:20) - Why is Coby White's play at the end of this season different and better than last year? (14:25) - The impact of Nikola Vučević on the Bulls (19:30) - Zach LaVine's play after coming back from the COVID protocol (24:30) - Is Javonte Green another Shaq Harrison? (27:50) - Why hasn't Patrick Williams had an offensive hot streak this season?

The Bulls Talk crew and all its nonsense is together again, with Jason Goff, Rob Schaefer, Tony Gill, and K.C. Johnson back to discuss a wide range of topics. In the first half of the podcast, Jason, Rob, and Tony discuss the weird reaction NBA media has had to the notion Nikola Jokić could win the MVP, what doing a Bulls podcast and the pre and post-game show been like this season, and who was the better player: Shaq or Tim Duncan? On the Bulls, Rob and K.C. break down the winning streak and what fans should look at as the race to the play-in continues. (1:55) - Why can't Jokić be the MVP and can ALL-NBA voting be fixed? (14:50) - What is it like doing a Bulls podcast and pre/post-game shows this year? (24:40) - Shaq or Tim Duncan, who you got? (30:00) - Literal start of Bulls Talk (lol) (36:38) - Bulls defense has improved dramatically

Zach LaVine didn't score a crazy amount, but his return gave the Bulls a much-needed boost in a must-win game. Jason Goff, Rob Schaefer and K.C. Johnson breakdown where the Bulls are at in the Eastern Conference standings, the reasons for bringing back Daniel Theis in the offseason and how to evaluate Patrick Williams' rookie season.

The Bulls lose to the Sixers at a crucial time in the season and it seems like a heavy blow to the chance to play playoff basketball. With that in mind, there are still things Bulls fans should be looking for with only seven games left. Will the Bulls play Zach LaVine? How will certain players finish the season who may not be here going forward and other questions that still need to be answered. KC Johnson and Rob Schaefer break down the bigger picture for the Bulls and what else needs to be answered about the Bulls including Lauri Markkanen's seemingly imminent departure. (2:20) - What can you take away from the Sixers loss (7:10) - What was learned about the Bulls during their playoff push (10:30) - Is it worth bringing Zach LaVine back to the team? (15:50) - Is Lauri Markkanen already thinking about not being a Bull in a few weeks? (21:30) - Analyzing Lauri Markkanen's career as a Bull (25:20) - Is the play-in tournament a benefit for the NBA?