Cash Considerations: A Chicago Bulls Pod

Jason and Ricky discuss the Bulls almost blowing a 28-point lead against the Thunder after getting embarrassed by the league-worst Magic the night before. The Bulls got Zach LaVine and Javonte Green back against the Thunder while also getting strong performances from Nikola Vucevic and Ayo Dosunmu, but the near-collapse showed the massive importance of DeMar DeRozan. We also talk more about Vooch'...

On this emergency episode of Cash Considerations, Jason and Ricky rant and rave about Grayson Allen's dirty play on Alex Caruso that broke the Bulls guard's wrist and will knock him out for 6-8 weeks. It's another brutal blow for the Bulls after the Lonzo Ball news, and Allen deserves some retribution for his actions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by S...

Jason goes solo on an emergency podcast to discuss Lonzo Ball suffering a torn meniscus and needing surgery that will keep him out for up to two months. The news is a tough blow for a banged-up Bulls team that just regained some of their mojo with a huge win over the Cavaliers. How will this injury impact the Bulls and how will it affect the trade deadline? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

On a special crossover episode of Cash Considerations and BullsHQ, the guys try to talk through the Bulls' recent slump without jumping off the ledge. Injuries and a brutal schedule have played a key role in the struggles, but are there legitimate concerns for the rest of the season? Plus, should the recent down stretch affect the strategy at the trade deadline? On a positive note, Ayo Dosunmu con...

Jason and Ricky went live on Spotify Greenroom with day-after thoughts on the Bulls' embarrassing loss to the Nets on ESPN. While we're not overreacting, this loss showed the importance of Alex Caruso and other key absences while also displaying the need for roster upgrades ahead of the trade deadline. We addressed possible moves and answered fan questions in the wake of Wednesday's debacle. Learn...

Jason and Ricky discuss the Bulls' nine-game winning streak coming to an end with an ugly loss to the Mavericks. While there's no reason to be doom and gloom over a single loss, Chicago's defense has slipped of late and will be something to watch with a bunch of tough games coming up. We also discuss Coby White's continued strong play and go more into why the Bulls should make an all-in move for a...

Morten Jensen  of Heavy, Forbes and more joins Jason on the pod to talk about DeMar DeRozan leading All-Star fan voting for East guards after the first returns and then everybody's favorite topic: Trades! We discuss the possibility of trading Patrick Williams and then go into possible targets, with a focus on Jerami Grant and Harrison Barnes. Should the Bulls go all in this season? Learn more abou...

Jason and Ricky discuss the Bulls' eight-game winning streak, highlighted by DeMar DeRozan's back-to-back game-winners at the buzzer. We sing the praises of the DeRozan-Zach LaVine duo and give Coby White his flowers for his recent surge. We wrap up with trade talk and the possibility of acquiring an upgrade like Jerami Grant or Harrison Barnes, and how Patrick Williams fits into this whole equati...

Jason and Ricky had to get together for an emergency episode to talk about the signing of Jordan Bell, as well as Ricky's experience at a really fun win over the Hawks as the Bulls keep it rolling as 2022 approaches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of pers...

Jason and Ricky discuss the return of Zach LaVine to the lineup for the Bulls' wins over the Pacers and Hawks. We talk about the LaVine-DeMar DeRozan duo and how far they can take the Bulls, as well as how a rejuvenated Nikola Vucevic is helping get them to another level offensively. We also touch on the Ayo Dosunmu vs. Coby White dynamic as we approach 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

The Bulls are back after a COVID-19 hiatus, and they returned with big wins over the Lakers and Rockets. Jason and Ricky discuss DeMar DeRozan's continued excellence, Nikola Vucevic and Coby White trying to find their way, Lonzo Ball's brilliance and some of the unsung heroes of the last couple of games. We also go over all the COVID craziness going on across the NBA. Learn more about your ad choi...

After two blowouts with a decimated roster, the NBA finally decided to put the Bulls' season on pause by postponing their next two games. Chicago now has 10 players in COVID protocols, and it was ridiculous it took as long as it did to finally decide to postpone games. Jason and Ricky talk about the Bulls' unfortunate situation, as well as the ongoing struggles of Nikola Vucevic. Learn more about...

Jason and Ricky are feeling the Bulls' good vibes after a huge win over the Nuggets to make it four victories in a row, despite missing a number of key players. Alex Caruso and DeMar DeRozan are the latest to deal with health issues, but it hasn't stopped Chicago from winning. We discuss just how legit this Bulls team is and what kind of moves they can make to ensure they're in the title conversat...

On an emergency episode of Cash Considerations, Jason and Ricky discuss the Bulls only being docked a second-round pick in the Lonzo Ball tampering investigation. This is a big win for the Bulls after there were some rumblings that they could lose a first-round pick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com f...

Cash Considerations welcomes  Sports Illustrated's Chris Herring  to the pod to talk about the Bulls at the quarter mark of the season. We discuss Nikola Vucevic's breakout game against the Hornets, Coby White's role on the team, DeMar DeRozan's brilliance and just how good this Bulls squad can be. We then look ahead to another Bulls/Knicks matchup by discussing Kemba Walker's benching before fini...

Jason and Ricky discuss the end of the Bulls' road trip and the tough back-to-back against the Knicks and Pacers back at the United Center. While there were some disappointments, the Bulls have done an admirable job surviving this brutal stretch of the schedule. We also highlight a Nikola Vucevic update, the return of Coby White, Alex Caruso's injury, DeMar DeRozan's clutch play and more as the Bu...

After getting pounded by the Warriors to start a road trip without Nikola Vucevic, the Bulls bounced back with wins over the Clippers and Lakers at Staples Center. Jason and Ricky discuss the great vibes after the two big wins and highlight the play of DeMar DeRozan, Zach LaVine, Lonzo Ball, Alex Caruso and Derrick Jones Jr. We finish with a little talk about tampering and a funky new Bulls nickna...

Jason and Ricky welcome  Stephen Noh  to the pod to discuss the Bulls' big victory over the Mavericks and the general good vibes around the team. Just how good can this Bulls team be? They're showing so far that they're the real deal, but Nikola Vucevic's positive COVID-19 test ahead of a tough five-game West Coast trip brings some adversity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices....

After two tough losses against the Sixers, the Bulls bounced back with an impressive blowout victory over the Nets. Jason and Ricky discuss the win and the key role played by Ayo Dosunmu and the Bulls' bench. We also break down Nikola Vucevic's continued struggles and Zach LaVine's performance to start the season before looking ahead on the schedule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcast...

Jason and Ricky celebrate the Bulls' 19-point comeback victory over the Celtics, which came right after a massive win over the previously undefeated Jazz. The Bulls are looking for real and have a lot of things clicking, including a new-look bench unit featuring rookie Ayo Dosunmu. We wrap up the podcast with a brief discussion on Scottie Pippen's wild comments on Michael Jordan, The Last Dance an...

Jason and Ricky recap the Bulls' tough 104-103 loss to the Knicks that ends their four-game winning streak to start the season. We discuss the final shot by DeMar DeRozan and whether it was the right play, Zach's thumb injury, the bench's scoring woes without Coby White and more. We also touch on the Patrick Williams wrist injury, but the initial podcast recording was done before news dropped that...

Jason and Ricky discuss the Bulls' 4-0 start, their first since the 1996-97 season. While the vibes are mostly great, the near-collapse against the Raptors showed there's plenty of work to be done to improve as the schedule toughens up, especially when it comes to the crunch-time offense. The new acquisitions get a lot of love here, and we also talk about Nikola Vucevic and Patrick Williams needin...

Jason and Ricky went live on Spotify Greenroom for instant reaction to the Bulls' 94-88 season-opening victory over the Pistons. It was an ugly victory and somewhat disappointing given the hype around the team, but a win is a win and it was a great start to the campaign for Zach LaVine. The Bulls clearly have things to work on, especially with the rotations, but being over .500 for the first time...

Before previewing the Chicago Bulls' 2021-22 season, Jason and Ricky praise the Chicago Sky for their incredible championship run. The good vibes continue during the Bulls preview, even despite skepticism from some experts and projection models. It's a fun time for Chicago Basketball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...

Jason is joined by  Shamit Dua  of Blue Wire's  In The N.O. pod  to talk all things Lonzo Ball. We discuss Lonzo's time with the Pelicans, his new contract, the tampering investigation, his fit with the Bulls on both sides of the court and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about o...