Cash Considerations: A Chicago Bulls Pod

Cash Considerations welcomes back the return of the NBA, MLB and WNBA this past week and discusses how things have played out so far. Jason and Ricky also talk about the latest on Jim Boylen, Zach LaVine trade rumors and a few old friends in Tom Thibodeau and Joakim Noah.  Thanks to our partners Deal Dash and Manscaped. Go to Deal Dash  and use promo code CASH to get an extra 100 free bids upon si...

Cash Considerations answers questions from fans on a range of topics, from Jim Boylen to the NBA restart to the NBA Draft to Malort.  Thanks to our partners BetOnline and Manscaped. Go to  BetOnline.ag  and use promo code BLUEWIRE to get a welcome bonus. Go to Manscaped.com and use promo code CASH to get 20% off and free shipping. Finally, be sure to check out the first Blue Wire Studios original,...

Could there be a second NBA bubble in Chicago? Cash Considerations discusses the possibility of the Bulls participating with the other members of the so-called "Delete Eight" while also tying the news to the continued employment of head coach Jim Boylen. After ranting about Boylen, the second half of the pod focuses on the rest of Chicago's roster following the season-in-review pods highlighting Z...

Cash Considerations continues the 2019-20 season-in-review series with a look at Wendell Carter Jr. and Coby White. Carter's ability as a defensive anchor is promising, but his offensive game is lagging behind and there are issues with his usage and questions about the fit with Lauri Markkanen. Meanwhile, White came on strong after struggling to start his rookie season. What should the expectation...

Cash Considerations continues its 2019-20 season-in-review series by examining Zach LaVine and Lauri Markkanen. While LaVine had a career year after a sluggish start, his flaws still leave him short of being a legitimate No. 1 guy. Meanwhile, Markkanen's disappointing season leaves major questions about his NBA ceiling. What does the future hold for both players in Chicago?  Thanks to our partner ...

The Chicago Bulls' season is over, but Arturas Karnisovas is taking his time on a Jim Boylen decision. Jason and Ricky discuss whether this is the right move and review Boylen's 2019-20 season, which was a disaster from the very start.  Thanks to our partner BetOnline. Go to  BetOnline.ag  and use promo code BLUEWIRE to get a welcome bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co...

As expected, the Chicago Bulls' season is over after the 22-team return-to-play proposal was approved by NBA owners on Thursday, with players set to approve on Friday. Jason and Ricky discuss the end of this wretched Bulls season, some of the specifics of the return-to-play plan and what comes next for Chicago. Thanks to our partner BetOnline. Go to  BetOnline.ag  and use promo code BLUEWIRE to ge...

Jason and Ricky open this episode of Cash Considerations with a few words on the protests around the country in the wake of George Floyd's murder. The discussion then shifts to the news regarding the NBA's return-to-play plans. The latest rumors suggest the Chicago Bulls will not be playing again this season, but nothing is set in stone just yet.  Thanks to our partner BetOnline. Go to  BetOnline....

"The Last Dance" finished up a week ago, but there has been plenty of fallout from the conclusion of the series. Chicago Bulls owner Jerry Reinsdorf went on a media tour of sorts lamenting how the breakup of the dynasty was portrayed, while Horace Grant ripped into Michael Jordan for several aspects of the doc. Jason and Ricky then turn the conversation to the current Bulls, including the recent s...

On this episode of Cash Considerations, Jason and Ricky recap the final two episodes of "The Last Dance" and discuss the main takeaways from ESPN's docuseries, including Michael Jordan's legacy and how the Chicago Bulls' dynasty broke up in large part due to Jerry Reinsdorf. There's also talk about all the great behind-the-scenes footage we saw in these final two episodes and Steve Kerr's story ge...

Jason and Ricky give instant reactions to Episodes 7 and 8 of "The Last Dance." These episodes feature a number of heavy and emotional moments, from Michael Jordan's retirement after his father's murder and the conspiracies that came along with these events to MJ bawling in the locker room after winning the 1996 NBA Finals on Father's Day. The episodes also highlight Jordan's maniacal competitiven...

On this episode of Cash Considerations, Jason and Ricky talk about the Bulls' new front office wanting to make the franchise cool again. That cool factor is something we see in Episodes 5 and 6 of "The Last Dance," but we also see a darker side of Jordan, from his gambling addiction to his dislike of his immense fame to his refusal to partake in political activism despite his huge platform. There'...

Kyle Neubeck of PhillyVoice and The New Slant joins Cash Considerations to talk about the Bulls hiring Marc Eversley away from the Sixers to be their new general manager. Kyle gives insight on Eversley's role in Philly, specifically with regards to scouting, drafting and building player relationships. He also touches on Sixers assistant Ime Udoka, a potential head coaching candidate, and what it w...

Lazarus Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys and Blue Wire's Pistons vs. Everybody joins Cash Considerations to help recap Episodes 3 and 4 of "The Last Dance," which heavily featured Dennis Rodman and the Bad Boy Pistons. We discuss the portrayal of the Pistons and discuss Rodman's time with both the Pistons and Bulls. The pod also features talk about the current Bulls and Pistons, as well as a brief bit...

On this episode of Cash Considerations, Jason and Ricky review the first two episodes of "The Last Dance." The guys touch on the most notable moments from the debut of this docuseries, from Michael Jordan's experience with the Bulls Traveling Cocaine Circus to Scottie Pippen's trade demands to the complicated legacy of Jerry Krause and everything in between.  Thanks to our partner BetOnline.ag. Go...

On an emergency episode of Cash Considerations, Jason and Ricky discuss the firing of Gar Forman and reassignment of John Paxson to a senior advisor role. Was this change enough, or was a full housecleaning really needed? There's also talk about Jim Boylen's job status and what Arturas Karnisovas said on his first day on the job.    Thanks to our partner BetOnline.ag. Go to  BetOnline.ag  and use...

Cash Considerations welcomes fellow Blue Wire podcaster and Nuggets expert T.J. McBride to the pod to talk about the Chicago Bulls hiring Arturas Karnisovas. T.J. discusses what Bulls fans can expect from Karnisovas and how he thinks the new leading man will attack the rebuild in Chicago. We also talk about general manager candidates, coaching candidates and much more.  Thanks to our partner BetOn...

Jason and Ricky are here for an emergency episode of Cash Considerations after the hiring of Denver Nuggets GM Arturas Karnisovas, who will take over for John Paxson as executive vice president of basketball operations. We give our instant reaction and rejoice about a new direction, even if GarPax remain in the organization. Thanks to our partner BetOnline.ag. Go to  BetOnline.ag  and use promo co...

Longtime NBA scribe Kelly Dwyer ( subscribe to The Second Arrangement ) joins Cash Considerations to get nostalgic about the Bulls. Kelly dishes on Michael Jordan, Jerry Krause, Bulls dynasty centers, the toughest dynasty opponents and his love for Ron Harper, among other things. He also touches on the Bulls' current front-office situation and the Baby Bulls of the 2000s.  Thanks to our partner Be...

On this episode of Cash Considerations, Jason and Ricky react to the Woj Bomb about the Bulls moving forward with their process of hiring a new executive who supposedly will have full decision-making authority. Should Bulls fans be excited even though John Paxson and Gar Forman will likely stick around in the organization? Are the Bulls targeting the right candidates? What will happen to Jim Boyle...

On this episode of Cash Considerations, Jason and Ricky briefly talk about Tiger King and Shaq's relationship with Joe Exotic before profiling LaMelo Ball. The youngest Ball brother is the potential No. 1 pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, and we talk about his background, strengths, weaknesses and potential fit on the Chicago Bulls.  Thanks to our partner BetOnline.ag. Go to  BetOnline.ag  and use promo...

Cash Considerations welcomes Bulls historian Jack Silverstein ( @readjack ) to the pod to get all nostalgic and talk about the '90s Bulls. Jack tells a number of great stories, from Michael Jordan's baseball career and return ("I'm back") to Scottie Pippen's near trades to comparisons between the two three-peats. We wrap up by talking about whether or not the Bulls would have won 8 titles in a row...

Cash Considerations returns after the first week of the coronavirus quarantine. Jason and Ricky talk about how people have been keeping busy during this time, with old Bulls games really helping out. The conversation then shifts to an update on the Bulls' front office, with Joe Cowley reporting the possibility that Gar Forman is out entirely. The episode finishes with NBA Draft talk after Ricky's...

On this emergency episode of Cash Considerations, Jason and Ricky react to the surreal news that the NBA has suspended the 2019-20 season after Rudy Gobert tested positive for the coronavirus (COVID-19). Other major sports have followed suit with cancellations. We talk about what this all means for the league, the Bulls and life in general.    Thanks to our partner BetOnline.ag. Go to  BetOnline.a...

On this episode of Cash Considerations, Jason and Ricky start looking ahead to the NBA Draft as another horrible Bulls season continues to trudge toward an unhappy ending. We first give some love to Coby White for his hot streak continuing, but then the conversation shifts to the latest shenanigans from Jim Boylen and John Paxson. We finish with an overview of some of the top 2020 NBA Draft prospe...