Spiegel & Holmes Show

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the fight between Bears quarterback Caleb Williams and NBA legend George Gervin over the "Iceman" nickname.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to NBA commissioner Adam Silver's recent comments in which he discussed how to potentially curb tanking. The guys detailed why that could reward the Bulls.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the anti-tanking legislation the NBA is considering that could give the Bulls cover as they haven't engaged in full-on tanking like some other teams.

In the Best of the Bulls this week, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh shared their takeaways from president Michael Reinsdorf's press conference in which he addressed the firings of executive vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas and general manager Marc Eversley; Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris debated if the Bulls can attract the best executive candidates after expressing their strong desire to keep Donovan on as head coach; and Chicago Sports Network host Cam Smith joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss the Bulls' direction as they embark on their search for a new lead executive.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by discussing if Bulls head coach Billy Donovan will return to the organization next season or walk away from the franchise. After that, Spiegel and Holmes listened and reacted to Donovan's recent comments about the state of the organization.

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Sirius XM NBA Radio host Brian Geltzeiler to detail his concern with how the Bulls' front office search has begun and to share the names of a few candidates who he believes would be good fits to lead Chicago. After that, Spiegel and Holmes discussed how the Cubs offense needs to carry the team as the pitching staff has been decimated by injury.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed Bulls head coach Billy Donovan's future with the organization. Will he return next season or walk away from Chicago? The guys also discussed the Cubs' outlook after they lost right-hander Cade Horton for the season.

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes held the Ben’s Vision segment, with a focus on the collaboration between Bears general manager Ryan Poles and head coach Ben Johnson. They listened to Poles' recent comments on the topic in which he noted it's easier to attract free agents to Chicago with Johnson in charge. After that, the guys reacted to a baseball brawl Tuesday night that involved two former Chicago players.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to former Cubs ace Jon Lester tell the story of how he helped bring catcher and good friend David Ross to Chicago.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to a baseball brawl Tuesday night that involved two former Chicago players.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes held the Ben’s Vision segment, with a focus on the collaboration between Bears general manager Ryan Poles and head coach Ben Johnson. They listened to Poles' recent comments on the topic in which he noted it's easier to attract free agents to Chicago with Johnson in charge.

Matt Spiegel believes that the Cubs can win the NL Central without pitcher Cade Horton who will miss the season after undergoing elbow surgery.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how the Cubs offense needs to carry the team as the pitching staff has been decimated by injury.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Sirius XM NBA Radio host Brian Geltzeiler to detail his concern with how the Bulls' front office search has begun and to share the names of a few candidates who he believes would be good fits to lead Chicago.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to Bulls head coach Billy Donovan's recent comments about the state of the franchise.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed if Bulls head coach Billy Donovan will return to the organization next season or walk away from the franchise.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to Bulls president Michael Reinsdorf's press conference in which he addressed the state of the franchise. They also reacted to the breaking news that Cubs right-hander Cade Horton will undergo season-ending elbow surgery.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by reacting to an ominous update on Cubs right-hander Cade Horton's health as he deals with a right forearm strain. After that, Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner joined the show to discuss the team’s slow 4-6 start.

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened to Bulls president Michael Reinsdorf's press conference in which he discussed the direction of the franchise after he fired executive vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas and general manager Marc Eversley on Monday. Later, Spiegel and Holmes took calls from Bulls fans who are frustrated by the state of the franchise.

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes shared a few of their takeaways from Bulls president Michael Reinsdorf’s press conference Tuesday afternoon in which he addressed the state of the franchise. After that, MLB legend Cal Ripken Jr. joined the show to share insight on an endeavor near and dear to his heart.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by MLB legend Cal Ripken Jr. to share insight on an endeavor near and dear to his heart.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes took calls from Bulls fans who are frustrated by the state of the franchise.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened to Bulls president Michael Reinsdorf's press conference in which he discussed the direction of the franchise after he fired executive vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas and general manager Marc Eversley on Monday.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner's slow 4-6 start.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to an ominous update on Cubs right-hander Cade Horton's health as he deals with a right forearm strain.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed a variety of topics with Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris in the daily transition segment.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the Bulls firing executive vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas and general manager Marc Eversley. They discussed where the Bulls should look next, while Spiegel shared a concern of his as the organization embarks on a crucial hiring process.

In the Best of the Bears this week, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote reacted to the NFL confirming that Chicago won't be awarded draft pick compensation under the Rooney Rule for assistant general manager Ian Cunningham's departure to become the Atlanta Falcons' new general manager; Rahimi, Harris and Grote explained how Bears head coach Ben Johnson won't let his team dwell on its success in 2025 as it moves forward; and Spiegel and Holmes held the Ben's Vision segment, where they analyzed the state of the Bears' passing game.

In Interviews of the Week on 104.3 The Score, NBC Sports broadcaster John Fanta joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss Illinois advancing to the Final Four; Illini legend Dee Brown joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to celebrate Illinois reaching the Final Four and to reminisce about the historic 2005 team he led; and Joel Lorenzi of The Athletic joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to discuss guard Jaden Ivey's turbulent tenure with the Bulls that ended recently when the team waived him.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the White Sox announcing they'll honor franchise icon Ozzie Guillen by retiring his No. 13 this summer.

In the Best of the Cubs this week, second baseman Nico Hoerner joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to detail what it meant to him to sign a six-year, $141-million contract extension with the club; Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed the Cubs' 6-2 win against the Angels on Wednesday; and Cubs pitching coach Tommy Hottovy joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss his staff's form and to explain why he believes left-hander Shota Imanaga's stuff is better now than it was in his impressive 2024 season.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the Bulls' dysfunction and the Bears' pursuit of a new stadium.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to Bulls head coach Billy Donovan's recent comments about how difficult this season has been for him personally and the team. After that, they wondered if the Bulls could finally clean house in their front office this offseason.

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by former Bears running back Curtis Enis to reflect on his playing tenure in Chicago and to discuss new career now and life after football. Later, the crew played Categories.

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Audacy NBA insider Nick Friedell to discuss the dysfunctional Bulls and how they should move forward. Later, they wondered what White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami’s nickname should be.

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how Bears president Kevin Warren has a history of struggling to lobby state officials. After that, they wondered if Bears chairman George McCaskey really would be content with building a new stadium in Indiana.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how Bears president Kevin Warren has a history of struggling to lobby state officials.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the recent troubles of legendary golfer Tiger Woods and Rams star receiver Puka Nacau.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Audacy NBA insider Nick Friedell to discuss the dysfunctional Bulls and how they should move forward.

The crew played Categories, everyone's favorite game show.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by former Bears running back Curtis Enis to reflect on his playing tenure in Chicago and to discuss new career now and life after football.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes wondered if the Bulls could finally clean house in their front office this offseason.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to Bulls head coach Billy Donovan's recent comments about how difficult this season has been for him personally and the team.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the latest in the Bears' pursuit of a new stadium and the organization’s quest to get draft pick compensation from the NFL under the Rooney Rule for assistant general manager Ian Cunningham’s departure to become the Atlanta Falcons’ new general manager.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how the Bears are still trying persuade the NFL to award them draft pick compensation under the Rooney Rule for assistant general manager Ian Cunningham's departure to become the Atlanta Falcons' new general manager.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the latest in the Bears' pursuit of a new stadium.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes welcomed on Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner and manager Craig Counsell to discuss the club's performance early in the season. Spiegel and Holmes also discussed the outlook of the Bears' passing game.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by reflecting on their experience in throwing out the first pitch and singing the seventh-inning stretch at Wrigley Field on Monday evening. After that, newly extended Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner joined the show to discuss how his long-term deal with the club came together and his goals moving forward.

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Cubs manager Craig Counsell to discuss the club’s 2-2 start and its recent contract extensions with center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong and second baseman Nico Hoerner. After that, Spiegel and Holmes reacted to the Bulls waiving guard Jaden Ivey after his recent anti-LGBTQ comments. Later, they discussed the Bulls’ 129-114 loss to the Spurs on Monday.

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the Bears’ never-ending pursuit of a new stadium. When will the Bears finally make a decision on where to build? After that, Marlins radio play-by-play announcer Jack McMullen joined the show to discuss new Cubs right-hander Edward Cabrera’s talent and the trade between the teams that sent outfielder Owen Caissie from Chicago to Miami in exchange for Cabrera.