CHGO Chicago Bulls Podcast

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 122-102 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday afternoon. With the win, the Bulls finished the regular season with a 39-43 record and the East's 9th seed, the same exact results as last season. Peck, Big Dave, Will Gottlieb and Will Perdue discuss Billy Donovan's decision to play his starters in the first half, rather than giving them a rest day. Plus, what's different and what's the same entering another Play-In Tournament appearance one year later? Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Chicago Bulls are the odds-on favorite to land Nikola Jokic if he demands a trade from the Denver Nuggets. What can the Bulls realistically offer for Jokic? Bulls GM Arturas Karnisovas helped build the Nuggets basketball team around Jokic in Denver. How can the Bulls beat out all other NBA teams to land him? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 119-89 win over the Washington Wizards on Friday night. With the win, the Bulls officially clinched the 9th seed in the East and homecourt in the 9 vs 10 Play-In Tournament showdown with the Miami Heat next week. Peck and Big Dave discuss the career-high night from Julian Phillips. Plus, Matas Buzelis continues to prove his limitless ceiling, while Patrick Williams continues to make us wonder how he stayed in the starting lineup for so long. Will Gottlieb joins from the United Center with his thoughts on the game and intel from the postgame locker room. Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 119-111 win over the Miami Heat on Wednesday night. Josh Giddey was magnificent through the first three quarters, and Coby White had a big fourth quarter after a slow start to lead the Bulls to the critical win. Peck and Big Dave discuss how the Bulls attacked the Heat's game plan, and dealt with some offensive struggles in the fourth. Plus, Matas Buzelis had a strong night defensively and made big buckets down the stretch. Will Gottlieb joins from the United Center with his thoughts on the game and intel from the postgame locker room. Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 135-113 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday night. Resting Coby White, Nikola Vucevic and Josh Giddey before the big stakes game against Miami, the Bulls were overwhelmed in this one. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss which lineups and players were most intriguing in a game that was essentially punted. Plus, Patrick Williams finally scored 20 points! And could Matas Buzelis running point become a thing? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss whether Bulls head coach Billy Donovan has a strong enough case to be considered for the NBA’s Coach of the Year award. Obviously, the frontrunners are Kenny Atkinson and Mark Daigneault, whose teams are leading the East and West, respectively. JB Bickerstaff will likely also garner several votes for the immense turnaround for his playoff-bound Pistons. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb take a closer look at what Donovan has accomplished with the Bulls, given all the challenges and obstacles his team faced. Plus, the guys review a fun “What If” trade scenario had the Mavericks fielded other offers for Luka Doncic. And Tim Legler joins to talk Coby White, Matas Buzelis and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 131-117 win over the Charlotte Hornets on Sunday afternoon. Coby White exploded after a slow start, finishing with 37 points for his second straight 30-point game. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss Coby turning into a "ON-OFF" button kind of player, in a good way. Plus, another stat-stuffer from Josh Giddey, and Patrick Williams was productive off the bench. Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 118-113 win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday night. Coby White and Nikola Vucevic each scored 31, and the Bulls held off a late Blazers comeback to retake control of the 9th seed in the East. Peck, Big Dave and Will Perdue discuss Coby making big plays down the stretch, growing his image as a clutch player. Plus, another triple double for Josh Giddey, and another dud for Patrick Williams. Will Gottlieb joins from the United Center with his thoughts on the game and intel from the postgame locker room. Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss the pros and cons of the Chicago Bulls punching their ticket to a third consecutive Play-In Tournament appearance. Michael Pina, senior staff writer for The Ringer, wrote a great column weighing the good (playing faster, shooting more threes, the play of Coby White and Josh Giddey, the promising potential of Matas Buzelis) with the bad (misleading March wins, killing their draft lottery odds, toiling in mediocrity, upcoming contracts) of this Bulls season. How should Bulls fans approach the Play-In experience? What’s the best case scenario? Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb also react to a new commercial where Buzelis stars alongside Will Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 137-118 win over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night. The win officially punched the Bulls' ticket to the NBA's Play-In Tournament for the third consecutive year. Continuity at its finest! Peck and Big Dave discuss a strong bounce-back game from Coby White after he struggled against the Thunder. Plus, the guys want to see more shot creating confidence from Matas Buzelis. Will Gottlieb joins from the United Center with his thoughts on the game and intel from the postgame locker room. Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 145-117 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday night. That's called a reality check. After an upswell of wins and momentum in March, the Bulls finished the month with a thud against Josh Giddey's former team and the current top seed in the NBA. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss what Bulls fans can take away from this game, including any positives or lessons for what comes next. Plus, Matas Buzelis had some impressive blocks on Chet Holmgren. The guys also shout-out some of their fellow Bulls fans who came out to the Hooters on Wells in Chicago for the watch party tonight! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 120-119 loss to the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday night. Matas Buzelis scored 28 points and grabbed a career-high 9 rebounds, but he and Coby White couldn't quite muster another comeback. Peck and Big Dave, along with guests John Sabine and Kevin Anderson (formerly of Bulls Outsiders on NBC Sports Chicago) discuss the interesting lineup choices from Billy Donovan, including a Dalen Terry-led bench unit and sitting Josh Giddey down the stretch of the fourth quarter. Will Gottlieb joins from the United Center with his thoughts on the game and intel from the postgame locker room. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 119-117 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday night. The Bulls were down five with ten seconds to go. Patrick Williams corner 3, Bulls steal the inbound, Coby White 3. Austin Reaves goes glass on the other end. Josh Giddey halfcourt heave at the buzzer. That sequence actually happened! Peck, Big Dave and Will Perdue discuss the wild finish. Will Gottlieb joins from the United Center with his thoughts on the game and intel from the postgame locker room. Big Dave award the Empire Today Goon of the Night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew get into the numbers of Coby White and Josh Giddey before and after the All Star break. Is what we’ve seen post all star break enough to conclude they are the backcourt of the future? Plus, with Giddey’s contract due to be renewed, we look at what other RFAs are in position to receive this offseason. Also will Giddey’s contract have any bearing on what Coby White will get on his next deal? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss a recent column from ESPN NBA reporters Tim Bontemps and Kevin Pelton on the league’s tanking problem. Efforts have been made - like flattening the lottery odds - to do away with tanking and incentivize competition. Unfortunately, it hasn’t worked, as finding superstars at the top of the draft is still the model for NBA success. What other possible solutions exist, and where do the Chicago Bulls fit into that picture? Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb break it down. Plus, the guys look at the star-level play of Coby White and Josh Giddey over the past ten games. Do the Bulls already have their star duo? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon via the Hooter's Hotwing Hotline! MacMahon discusses how his brand new book, The Wonder Boy: Luka Doncic and the Curse of Greatness (available now!) and his reaction to the NBA's most shocking trade. He also, of course, breaks down some recent Chicago Bulls moves and shares his opinion on the state of the team. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 129-119 win over the Denver Nuggets on Monday night. Coby White extended his streak of scoring 20+ points to thirteen games, the last three of which he's scored at least 35. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss the possible star ascension of Coby down the stretch this season. Plus, Josh Giddey continued his high-level production on the Bulls' surprising 4-2 road trip. What does this late season winning trend mean? And how about Dalen Terry! Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls146-115 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday night. Josh Giddey was two steals shy of the fifth quadruple double in NBA history, Coby White scored 36 points, and Matas Buzelis tacked on a career-high 31 in the blowout road win. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss the magnitude of Giddey's performance. Plus, Coby's streak reached twelve straight games scoring 20+, and he's now averaging 20 points per game on the season. Is this one of his typical hot streaks, or something different? And how excited can Bulls fans be about Matas after tonight? Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 128-116 win over the Sacramento Kings on Thursday night. Coby White completely dominated the second half on his way to 35 points. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss the significant strength White has added to his body, and what it's doing for his game this season. Plus, it was Kevin Huerter who had the Revenge Game, not Zach LaVine or DeMar DeRozan. Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 127-121 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday night. Coby White kept his streak alive, scoring over 20 points in his tenth straight game. Even though Nikola Vucevic and Josh Giddey also both chipped in 20+, the Bulls had to dig out of a large deficit, and the comeback fell short. Peck, Big Dave, Will Gottlieb and Will Perdue discuss the Bulls' self-inflicted wounds on turnovers and second-chance points. Plus, how did Giddey look in his first game back from the sprained ankle? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down Billy Donovan’s hypothetical rotation if the Chicago Bulls win their way from the Play-In Tournament to the actual NBA Playoffs. Which players are the biggest wild cards? If Josh Giddey is healthy, will Tre Jones still play meaningful minutes? What about the forwards rotation with Kevin Huerter, Julian Phillips, Matas Buzelis and Dalen Terry? Will Jalen Smith be the odd man out with Nikola Vucevic and Zach Collins splitting time at center? Plus, the guys also highlight some NCAA Tournament first round matchups featuring lottery-level talent in the 2025 NBA Draft. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb also talk further about the upcoming free agency of Tre Jones. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 111-97 win over the Utah Jazz on Monday night. Coby White led with 26 points, his ninth straight game scoring 20 or more. Tre Jones kept his strong performances rolling as well, tallying his first double-double as a Bull with 18 points and 12 assists. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss the young talent showing up, with Matas Buzelis, Dalen Terry and Julian Phillips all giving hard-fought minutes. Plus, should the Bulls consider shutting Nikola Vucevic down for the season? Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Coby White (23 points) and Tre Jones (19 points) led the way as the Chicago Bulls fought hard but the win streak ends at 4 games as they lose a tough one to the Houston Rockets 117-114. What's going on with recent cold streak for Matas Buzelis? Did Billy Donovan betray the "integrity" the Bulls frequently speak of? Join Will Perdue, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb as they break it all down on the CHGO Bulls Postgame Live. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 116-110 win over the Brooklyn Nets on Thursday night. Coby White continued his hot streak, leading the Bulls with 31 points. That's his seventh straight game scoring at least 20. Peck, Big Dave and Will Perdue discuss what this late season surge from Coby means. Plus, Julian Phillips made the most of his minutes, scoring a career-high 16 points. Is he starting to earn Billy Donovan's trust? Plus, Zach Collins closed at center in favor of Nikola Vucevic. Will Gottlieb joins from the United Center with his thoughts on the game and intel from the postgame locker room. Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew get into Brian Windhorst’s comments about Josh Giddey and the likelihood of him signing for the market rate of around 30 million. Giddey seems to be changing the Chicago Bulls offense...let's dig into the numbers to find out how. Plus, who will be the Bulls frontcourt of the future with Nikola Vucevic returning to the starting lineup? Join Matt Peck, Big Dave, and Will Gottlieb as they break it all down. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss the growing chemistry of Chicago Bulls teammates Josh Giddey and Coby White. In the wake of the Zach LaVine trade, Giddey and White have started to compliment each other well as each player is thriving with bigtime performances. Can this tandem work long-term for a Bulls team that might actually compete in the playoffs? Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb break it down. Plus, the guys look at the latest Eastern Conference and Tankathon standings. The Bulls are in jeopardy of falling farther in the draft lottery. Would a likely one-and-done playoff appearance be worth falling out of the lottery entirely? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 121-103 win over the Indiana Pacers on Monday night. Coby White and Josh Giddey put forth another strong performance as this team's potential backcourt of the future, each scoring 29 points. Unfortunately, Giddey left the game late with an apparent ankle injury. Peck and Big Dave discuss the complimentary play of Giddey and White. Plus, how did Nikola Vucevic and Patrick Williams look in their returns from injury? Will Gottlieb joins from the United Center with his thoughts on the game and intel from the postgame locker room. Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 114-109 win over the Miami Heat on Saturday night. Tre Jones was huge in a fourth quarter run, and Josh Giddey hit a dagger three in the final minute to cap his triple double. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss where Jones will be in the Bulls' offseason signings priority list. Plus, which areas of Giddey's game have seen the most noticeable growth and improvement? The guys also make note of another game with Matas Buzelis riding the bench down the stretch: is that what Billy Donovan should be doing, if Matas mistakes brought him to the bench? Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 125-123 win over the Orlando Magic on Thursday night. Coby White started cooking in the second quarter, and exploded in the fourth on his way to a career-high 44 points. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss the Coby takeovers recently, and what it could mean for the Bulls' long term roster plans. Plus, it was a rough night for the Bulls frontcourt, with Zach Collins and Jalen Smith both fouling out. Marc Stein joins the guys to offer his thoughts on the Bulls youth movement progress compared to their stranglehold on the East's 10th seed and another Play-In Tournament appearance. Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew are joined by creator and host of Hoop Intellect, NBA Draft scouting expert Keandre Ashley! The guys present Keandre with a variety of “what if” scenarios for the Chicago Bulls regarding the 2025 NBA Draft. What if the Bulls jump up to picks #2-4? What if they decide to build around Josh Giddey, and want the player who best compliments Giddey’s skillset? What if it’s about finding the perfect teammate for Matas Buzelis? What if they prioritize finding a long term replacement for Nikola Vucevic at center? Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb also discuss the latest movement in the Eastern Conference standings, and the impending return of Patrick Williams. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 139-117 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday night. The game was tied 107-107 with seven minutes remaining in the fourth...then the Cavs decided to start playing. Peck and Big Dave discuss what - if any - significance we can take from the Bulls playing the Cavs even for 3.5 quarters. Plus, that's the second consecutive start with limited minutes for Dalen Terry. What isn't he showing to earn Billy Donovan's trust? Will Gottlieb joins live from the United Center with his thoughts on the game and intel from the postgame locker room. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew welcome SB Nation’s NBA and college hoops writer, Chicago Bulls dysfunction roaster and NBA Draft expert Ricky O’Donnell back to the show! Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb get Ricky’s takes on the Bulls’ strange 2024-25 season thus far, what’s important over the final 20 games, and the “plan” of Bulls VP Arturas Karnisovas. Plus, Ricky shares his thoughts on the top talents of the 2025 NBA Draft class. Who does he like for the Bulls if they stay in the #8-10 range, and which prospects outside the top 3-4 have the highest star ceilings? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 127-112 loss to the Indiana Pacers on Sunday afternoon. Coby White started white hot, scoring 20 points by early in the second quarter. But he appeared to aggravate his wrist, and finished with just 26. The Bulls were within three points early in the fourth quarter, but the Pacers won the final frame 32-20 to secure the win. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss another strong effort from Coby, who took over in the Bulls comeback win over the Raptors on Friday. Are he and Josh Giddey figuring out how to coexist? Plus, the guys react to the news that Ayo Dosunmu will have shoulder surgery and miss the remainder of the season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 125-115 overtime win over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night. Coby White led a furious fourth quarter comeback, capping it off with a miraculous 4-point play to force overtime. Peck and Big Dave discuss White's resolve after a tough shooting night, and a stretch of games that have seen Josh Giddey pull the offensive focus. Will Gottlieb joins live from the United Center with his thoughts on the game and intel from the postgame locker room. Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew welcome No Ceilings NBA draft expert Corey Tulaba back to the show! With March Madness drawing near, the guys figured it’s time to start talking about potential Chicago Bulls draft picks from the 2025 class. We still don’t know where the Bulls will be drafting, but they’ve got a good chance to be in the Top 10. So that’s where we’ll start! From Cooper Flagg, Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey to some of the midseason risers like Kasparas Jakucionis and Derik Queen, Tulaba shares his insights on each lottery-level talent! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 122-117 loss to the Los Angeles Cllippers on Wednesday night. The Bulls fought tough all night, led by another big game from the lights-out-shooting Josh Giddey, and Zach Collins rising to the occasion with Nikola Vucevic out. Peck, Big Dave and Will Perdue discuss the growing "Good Giddey" trend, and Collins as a hypothetical piece to keep around. Plus, will we see these kind of minutes and trends continue when certain players get healthy? Will Gottlieb joins live from the United Center with his thoughts on the game and intel from the postgame locker room. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 142-110 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night. On a night when both teams were missing (sitting?) key players, the 76ers acted like a team that wanted the loss more than the win. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss the consequences of this win for the Bulls, who held onto the 10th seed in the East but hurt their draft lottery math. Plus, how much stock should we put into the games we saw from Josh Giddey, Kevin Huerter, Dalen Terry and Matas Buzelis tonight? Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 121-117 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Saturday night. The Bulls led by as many as 13 early on as the Suns struggled to hit shots, but Kevin Durant and Devin Booker started cooking as the game moved on. Peck and Big Dave discuss another big game from Josh Giddey. Plus, Billy Donovan seems to be prioritizing minutes for Kevin Huerter - who did have his first double digit game for the Bulls - over Matas Buzelis. Will Gottlieb joins live from the United Center with his thoughts on the game and intel from the postgame locker room. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew analyze all the variables at play over the final third of the season that will determine where the Chicago Bulls will land in the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery. The Bulls are currently 8th in lottery standings. The teams ahead of and behind them have different stakes, and could steer in varying directions down the stretch. Will the Spurs fall off without Victor Wembanyama? Will the 76ers decide to pack it in to maximize the chances of keeping their Top-6 protected pick? How will the Bulls’ odds fluctuate depending on where they land, anywhere from 6th to 10th in the lottery? Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb break it down! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 113-111 overtime loss to the New York Knicks on Thursday night. Josh Giddey had a monster game with 27 points and 16 rebounds, but the Bulls fell short in the extra frame. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss the offense largely running through Nikola Vucevic, and limited minutes for some of the younger players. Is this what Bulls fans should expect for the rest of the season? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss interviews from Billy Donovan, Lonzo Ball and Matas Buzelis after Chicago Bulls practice on Wednesday before their season resumes on Thursday. Buzelis reviewed his experience at All Star weekend, and pledged to still be making a late push to win Rookie of the Year. Ball expressed his happiness with his newly re-signed contract and the loyalty he felt from the Bulls. But the most fascinating - and perplexing - words came from the Bulls head coach. Donovan is in a tricky situation for the team’s final 27 games this season, and did his best to explain his plan. He repeatedly focused on competing and executing winning habits. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb try to make sense of Donovan’s comments and separate fact from fiction. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss which players the Chicago Bulls should protect in a hypothetical NBA Expansion Draft. There’s a lot of talk around the league of expanding from 30 to 32 teams, with a new team in Las Vegas and Seattle returning to the NBA landscape as possibilities. If an expansion draft were to occur, which players on the current Bulls roster should the team protect? Aside from Matas Buzelis, which young players still have the most promise? Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb analyze the options. Plus, the guys review the successes and failures of NBA All Star Weekend. Did the new mini-tournament format work? Will the league make more changes next year? Can All Star events be salvaged? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew do an All Star break edition of Mailbag! Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb answer questions from the CHGO Diehards Discord and Twitter. Questions include: how will Billy Donovan manage his rotation to ensure minutes for Dalen Terry and Julian Phillips with the arrival of new players in the Zach LaVine trade? Does Arturas Karnisovas have a secret plan to trade the Bulls 2025 first round pick instead of using it to draft young talent? If the Bulls end up picking in the #7-10 range, who will be the best prospects on the board? Should Bulls fans believe in the “groundwork” calls AK was making as the deadline passed for big offseason moves? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew preview all elements of 2025 NBA All Star Weekend! Can Chicago Bulls rookie Matas Buzelis dethrone 2-time reigning Slam Dunk Champion Mac McClung? Who are the favorites for the Three Point Contest and Skills Competition? Plus, are Trae Young and Kyrie Irving the rightful choices as injury replacements for Giannis Antetokounmpo and Anthony Davis? And how will the new format of the All Star Game impact its level of competitiveness? Peck and Big Dave get you ready for the entirety of All Star Weekend! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 128-110 loss to the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night. It wasn't as embarrassing as Tuesday night, but the Bulls were outclassed by their division rivals once again. Peck, Big Dave and Will Perdue discuss the initial response from the Bulls in the first quarter, particularly Ayo Dosunmu showing some life. Plus, do Bulls fans need to have more patience with Kevin Huerter, who's struggling in his post-trade transition? Will Gottlieb joins from the United Center with his thoughts on the game and intel from the postgame locker room. And Tim Legler joins Big Dave for a big-picture conversation about the Bulls as we enter the All Star break. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 132-92 loss to the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night. This one got out of hand quicky for the Bulls, who trailed 34-18 after one quarter and 71-29 at the half. Peck, Big Dave and Will Perdue discuss what a loss of this magnitude means for a team in the Bulls' position. Clearly not contenders, but their front office leader recently preaching about staying competitive - even making the playoffs - for the sake of the young players' growth and confidence. Plus, is it okay that Matas Buzelis only played 19 minutes? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss the recent increased role for Chicago Bulls rookie Matas Buzelis. The #11 overall pick is starting to see significant minutes in the wake of the Zach LaVine trade, and is currently preparing for the big stage of All Star Weekend as a participant in the Slam Dunk Contest. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb consider the possibility of Buzelis making a late push for the NBA’s Rookie of the Year award. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls _ loss to Jimmy Butler and the Golden State Warriors on Saturday night. The Bulls led by 24 midway through the third quarter before Steph Curry went off, scoring 24 of his 34 points in that frame. Peck and Big Dave discuss the first look at new Bulls Kevin Huerter and Tre Jones, plus our first look at Butler in his Warriors debut. On the bright side, Coby White's hot streak continued, and Matas Buzelis maintained his aggressive play in another start. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew react to the press conference of Chicago Bulls VP Arturas Karnisovas following the NBA Trade Deadline passing on Thursday. Peck, Big Dave and Will Perdue try to make sense of some of AK's explanations: the return in the Zach LaVine trade, why they didn't make any other trades, re-signing Lonzo Ball, and what the plans are moving forward. We also have a new AK slogan: "The next 30 games"! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew are LIVE for the final countdown until the NBA Trade Deadline! Peck and Big Dave react to the last deals to go down around the league, and the (in)activity from Arturas Karnisovas of the Chicago Bulls. Will a last-second deal materialize for Nikola Vucevic or Coby White? If it was just the Zach LaVine trade and re-signing Lonzo Ball, was that enough steps that needed to be done at this point to keep the team steered in the right direction? What reported trade discussions with several teams fell through, and why? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.