By The Horns: A Chicago Bulls Show

The Bulls have shown progress after every preseason game so far. Coby White is adjusting to his new role, the rookie Patrick Williams looks like he belongs in the NBA and Zach LaVine is doing Zach LaVine things. But Lauri Markkanen and Wendell Carter Jr. aren't progressing like the rest. It's early, of course, but is there cause for concern? And with the rookie extension deadline coming up on Mond...

The Bulls played their first games in nine months, a two-game set vs. the Houston Rockets. Host Jason Goff, Rob Schaefer, and K.C. Johnson break down the games and discuss which players Bulls fans should keep a keen eye on as they head to the regular season. The crew breaks down rookie Patrick Williams' performance, Coby White's improved playmaking, and whether or not a more aggressive Lauri Markk...

The Bulls' first preseason game is upon us and the Bulls Talk crew brought in a friend to help discuss the team. Joe Cowley of the Chicago Sun-Times joins Jason Goff, K.C. Johnson, and Rob Schaefer to preview the team and what fans should be looking out for ahead of the first game in months. Later in the pod, the crew discusses the future of a Zach LaVine-Coby White backcourt, how different coveri...

Bulls training camp is in session and there are good things coming out of camp. The Bulls Talk crew of Jason Goff, K.C. Johnson and Rob Schaefer discuss the pleasant surprises coming from camp, including how fast Patrick Williams is picking up the NBA game, Coby White running the offense and the high praise new head coach Billy Donovan and EVP of Basketball operations Artūras Karnišovas have given...

Jason Goff, Rob Schaefer, and K.C. Johnson discuss and appreciate the career of Joakim Noah with him likely heading into retirement. Later in the pod, the crew breaks down the opening of training camp as Bulls players and new leadership meet the media to discuss their goals for the team and the franchise. (1:57) - Joakim Noah is one of the best Bulls ever (9:10) - Joakim Noah or Spencer Hawes in t...

The Bulls are preparing to start training camp for the new season, and it's time to break it all down. Joining Jason Goff, Rob Schaefer, and K.C. Johnson, is Cody Westerlund of 670 the Score as they discuss what fans should expect in the first week, competition battles on the Bulls and where the new regime’s focus is as they embark on a new era of the Bulls basketball. (4:30) - How is the NBA prep...

Thanksgiving season is here and there is plenty to be thankful for as a basketball fan. Jason Goff, K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer, Kevin Anderson, and Tony Gill discuss what they are thankful for as NBA and Bulls observers. Each member of the Bulls Talk team mentions and share funny and great stories about their experience covering the Bulls and following the NBA in a very special Thanksgiving episod...

During a weekend of big transactions, the new Bulls front office signed Garrett Temple, and stood pat otherwise. Will that be the only addition to the team for this season? Filling in for host Jason Goff, Kevin Anderson is in with K.C. Johnson and Rob Schaefer as they discuss the Temple signing, what it means for the roster and what direction the Bulls may be headed this year. Later in the podcast...

After the Bulls selected Patrick Williams fourth overall, fans were confused, wondering who Patrick Williams is and what can he bring to the Bulls. The Bulls Talk crew has you covered. In the beginning of the podcast, K.C. Johnson is joined by Patrick's former high school coach Jacoby Davis to help break down the person and player Patrick is. Later on, Jason Goff, K.C. and Rob Schaefer discuss the...

With the 4th pick in the draft, the Bulls take 6'8 forward from Florida State University Patrick Williams. Host Jason Goff is joined by Will Perdue and Kendall Gill as they breakdown the pick, what they see from Patrick Williams and what kind of impact he can have on the Bulls. (1:30) - Patrick Williams is the first pick of the new Bulls era (4:45) - How will Patrick fit on the Bulls (8:36) - How...

The 2020 NBA Draft is this week so the Bulls Talk crew invited some friends to give you all the information you need headed into Wednesday. Jason Goff, Rob Schaefer, and K.C. Johnson are joined by representatives of the top three lottery teams who will be selecting before the Bulls. For the Timberwolves, Chris Hine of the Minnesota Star Tribune; for the Warriors, James Ham of NBC Sports Bay Area;...

The rumor mill is spinning on the NBA circuit and the Bulls have been mentioned as a potential player. Jason Goff, K.C. Johnson, and Rob Schaefer discuss the new rumor that teams are inquiring about Zach Lavine and whether the Bulls consider moving him. Later in the podcast the crew discuss the odds of the Bulls going after Russell Westbrook, Jrue Holiday or other players on the trade market. Then...

On this edition of the Bulls Talk Podcast, Jason Goff, K.C. Johnson, and Will Perdue discuss the impact of the long layoff for the Bulls, and the draft on November 18. (1:30) - Perdue on the Bulls moving in the right direction (2:30) - The long hiatus for the Bulls and the challenges the players will face (4:00) - On why the time off will be easier on bigs, and harder on guards (7:35) - K.C. Johns...

On this emergency edition of the Bulls Talk Podcast, Jason Goff, K.C. Johnson, and Rob Schaefer react to the NBA returning Christmas week and expectations for the Bulls. (1:30) - Reaction to the NBA returning December 22 and the challenges the league is facing (4:15) - On the positives of the NBA returning but concern over safety (8:00) - The juxtaposition of NBA returning with COVID-19 cases spik...

On this edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, K.C. Johnson and Rob Schaefer are joined by NBA Draft expert, former Suns scout, and current writer for TheStepien.com , Spencer Pearlman. The group takes a deep dive into the top point guards in this draft and who the best player available at four might be. (1:00) - Pearlman on his work scouting for the Phoenix Suns and how he got into scouting (3:50) -...

When new Bulls executive vice president of basketball operations Artūras Karnišovas being filling out his staff, one of his first hires was Pat Connelly, who he worked with during his time in the Denver Nuggets front office. Now that they have reunited to push the Bulls into the future, fans should get to know the man behind player personnel. NBC Sports Chicago Bulls insider K.C. Johnson is joined...

"What if" scenarios are a basketball fan's dream conversation, and host Jason Goff brings one to the podcast. Jason is joined by K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer, and Tony Gill as they discuss some Bulls trade scenarios with the draft coming up and some more in-depth draft coverage on who the Bulls are adding to their board. (7:00) - What would you give up in order to acquire Ben Simmons? (16:00) - Coul...

Host Jason Goff is joined by K.C. Johnson and Rob Schaefer as they discuss the NBA Draft and whether the Bulls should consider trading their No. 4 overall pick to acquire more assets. The group debates what the Bulls' draft strategy should be. Later in the podcast, they discuss the new proposed start to the 2020-2021 NBA season and players they are keeping an eye on in the draft. (3:20) - Should t...

Jason Goff and K.C. Johnson are joined by ESPN and FiveThrityEight's Chris Herring as they discuss the Bulls and the NBA. The crew talks about the odd 2019-20 season and its legacy, Derrick Rose's fit with the Lakers and the schedule for the 2021 campaign. Later in the podcast, Jason and K.C. deep dive into the NBA Draft and who the Bulls could be leaning towards selecting. (1:40) - How should we...

Former Rockets GM Daryl Morey penned a goodbye letter to the Houston Rockets fans and thanked James Harden for helping him see basketball differently, so the Bulls talk crew of Jason Goff, K.C. Johnson, and Rob Schaefer discuss players that impacted their basketball watching experience. Later in the pod, the crew dives into NBA free agency and players that the Bulls should target, discusses the Bu...

NBC Sports' NBA insider Tom Haberstroh joins NBC Sports Chicago Bulls insider K.C. Johnson as they go around the league and discuss Jimmy Butler's superstar turn in the bubble, what the 2021 NBA season could look like and the surprisingly low NBA Finals television ratings. They also discuss the Bulls and what kind of impact new head coach Billy Donovan will have on the team moving forward. (2:50)...

With LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers winning the 2019-2020 NBA Championship and giving James his 4th title, the comparisons to Michael Jordan ignited social media yet again. Bulls and NBA writer Sam Smith joins Jason Goff, K.C. Johnson, and Rob Schaefer as they discuss LeBron and Jordan’s legacies. Later in the podcast, the crew discusses the news that head coach Billy Donovan is starting...

The Bulls Talk crew of Jason Goff, K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer and Tony Gill dive into K.C.'s recent mailbag of fan questions, including updates on Bulls camp and if there's a chance of a return for Derrick Rose and Joakim Noah. The guys also discuss the conversation about the low NBA TV ratings and the most heated debate in sports: Who is the GOAT, LeBron or Jordan? (2:00) - Will Derrick Rose or J...

Jimmy Butler put on a show in Game 3 of the NBA Finals vs. LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers and stamped his name in the history books with a 40-point triple-double. Bulls fans were in a frenzy on social media and raised some questions about his time as a Bull. Host Jason Goff returns from vacation this week and is joined by K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer and Tony Gill as they discuss Butler's p...

The NBA Finals have begun and Chicago's own Anthony Davis made a big statement in his Finals debut. To start the show, K.C. Johnson is joined by Davis' high school coach Cortez Hale to break down how Davis rose to stardom, his reasons for not going to a powerhouse high school, and some never-before-heard moments from Davis' life in Chicago. Later, K.C. is joined by Rob Schaefer and Tony Gill to di...