CHGO Chicago Bulls Podcast

Hear from Chicago Bulls Summer League head coach Tiago Splitter and rookies Caleb Wilson and Dailyn Swain as they react to their Summer League debut and break down their performance after the game. In this full postgame press conference, they discuss key takeaways, player development, team chemistry, and what they hope to improve moving forward. If you're looking for the latest Chicago Bulls news,...

The CHGO Bulls crew preview Chicago Bulls Summer League action and set goals for Caleb Wilson, Dailyn Swain, Noa Essengue and more! What benchmarks should Bulls fans hope to see from the Bulls’ new young core of players? Is it all about scoring for Caleb and quality point guard play from Dailyn? What will Essengue look like after missing nearly a year of competitive basketball? Peck, Big Dave and...

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss possible starting lineups and rotations for the 2026-27 Chicago Bulls season. With all the newly arriving players via trade, free agency and the draft - Norman Powell, Nic Claxton, Caleb Wilson, Dailyn Swain - which holdover players from last season’s roster could see their role diminish? Who will get more playing time between newly re-signed Zach Collins and Jalen Smit...

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss interviews from Tiago Splitter, Dailyn Swain and Jaylin Sellers following Chicago Bulls Summer League practice. Splitter spoke on the ongoing process of building his coaching staff, including some holdovers from last season. The new Bulls coach also had high praise for Swain and Sellers. Could Splitter be considering Swain as a primary ballhandler for the Bulls his rook...

The CHGO Bulls crew break down interviews from Tiago Splitter, Caleb Wilson and Noa Essengue after the first Bulls practice ahead of NBA Summer League. Splitter will coach the team’s first two games, and spoke of Wilson, Essengue and Dailyn Swain being tone-setters. Wilson stated a simple goal: win the Summer League championship. Essengue, meanwhile, is eager to play after a long rehab following s...

Chicago Bulls head coach Tiago Splitter, along with Dailyn Swain and Jaylin Sellers, spoke to the media following Bulls practice ahead of NBA Summer League. The group discussed the team's new identity, practice emphasis, player development, and expectations as Chicago prepares for Summer League action. Watch the full Chicago Bulls practice media availability for everything Splitter, Swain, and Sel...

Chicago Bulls head coach Tiago Splitter, rookie forward Caleb Wilson, and first-round pick Noa Essengue meet with the media ahead of NBA Summer League to discuss expectations, player development, and the team's goals for the upcoming season. Hear what Splitter had to say about the Bulls' young core, how Wilson and Essengue are preparing for their first Summer League experience, and what fans can e...

The CHGO Bulls crew dive into the big trade that sends Jaylen Brown to the 76ers for Paul George and several 1st and 2nd round picks. Does this make Philly the team to beat in the East? Plus, with the moves that the Bulls made in free agency, are they good enough to be a play-in team this season? Matt Peck, Big Dave and Will 'The Goat' Gottlieb debate where the Bulls stand in the pecking order of...

0:00 SHOW START 1:20 BIG DAVE SLEPT THROUGH EMERGENCY POD 5:30 BULLS EXTEND ZACH COLLINS 18:00 BULLS SIGN NORMAN POWELL 37:50 MORE COLLINS/POWELL TALK 49:00 WHAT’S NEXT FOR THE BULLS? The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls signing Norman Powell and Zach Collins to two-year deals in the opening hours of NBA Free Agency. Both players agreed to deals - Collins on Tuesday night and Powell We...

The Chicago Bulls are active in day two of Free Agency, using their cap space to sign veteran shooting guard Norman Powell. The Miami Heat lose their 2025-26 All Star guard to a big offer and the CHGO Bulls crew is here to break it down. Is this a good use of their cap space? Should they have done anything differently? How does this help the young players in the rebuild? All that and more on this...

The CHGO Bulls crew are LIVE for the opening hour of 2026 NBA Free Agency, reacting to any Chicago Bulls deals and breaking news around the league. Are we about to see big stars like LeBron James and Kawhi Leonard change teams? How will the big dominos falling impact second and third tier signings? Will the Bulls sign Norman Powell or Jonathan Kuminga? Re-sign Anfernee Simons? Can Bryson Graham pu...

The CHGO Bulls crew dive into the latest intel on the eve of the 2026 NBA Free Agency window opening on Tuesday June 30th. How will Bryson Graham use the team’s roughly $30 million in remaining cap space? Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb react to various reports linking Norman Powell, John Collins and Jock Landale to the Bulls. Which of these players make the most sense for the current Bulls roste...

ESPN NBA analyst Tim Legler joins the CHGO Bulls Podcast to break down the Chicago Bulls' 2026 NBA Draft and share his thoughts on first-round picks Caleb Wilson and Dailyn Swain. Legler is a big believer in Wilson's star potential, offering intel on his high character and basketball IQ. Plus, does Legler believe Wilson and Swain can turn into strong shooters at the NBA level? Peck and Big Dave al...

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the introductory press conference for Chicago Bulls rookies Caleb Wilson and Dailyn Swain. Wilson said he’s coming for the Rookie of the Year award, and Swain put a chip on his shoulder for those who say the Bulls reached on him with the 15th pick. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb analyze the comments from both rookies about their career goals, forging a new Bulls cu...

Chicago Bulls legend Horace Grant joins the CHGO Bulls Podcast for an exclusive conversation with Matt Peck and Big Dave Watson! Grant shares his thoughts on the 2026 NBA Draft, the Bulls' new era under fresh leadership, and what it will take for Chicago to return to championship contention. Plus, the four-time NBA champion reflects on his unforgettable years with Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen, a...

Day 2 of the NBA Draft has come and passed. After a successful Night 1, Bryson Graham and the Chicago Bulls made an unusual pivot: moving both of their 2nd-round picks. Pick #56 was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers for cash considerations while Pick #38 was sent to the Indiana Pacers for two 2nd-round pick swaps and more cash considerations. The CHGO Bulls Podcast tries to make sense of the teams...

The CHGO Bulls crew is here for every pick for Round Two of the 2026 NBA Draft. Bryson Graham had a successful Round One by drafting Caleb Wilson and Dailyn Swain with the 4th and 15th picks, respectively. Will he steal a first-round worthy player at #38? And who will be the team’s fourth and final pick of this year’s draft at #56? Join Matt Peck, Big Dave and Will “the GOAT” Gottlieb as they brin...

The CHGO Bulls crew react to the press conference from new Bulls EVP Bryson Graham after he drafted Caleb Wilson and Dailyn Swain in Tuesday night’s first round of the 2026 NBA Draft. Graham highlighted the athleticism, skill and versatility of Wilson. With pick #15, Graham targeted Swain because of his toughness and switchability on offense and defense. It’s clear that Graham is aware of the rost...

00:00 Start 03:00 NBA Draft starts 10:00 AJ Dybansta 16:50 Darryn Peterson 23:00 Cameron Boozer 29:00 Chicago Bulls pick Caleb Wilson! 35:00 Keaton Wagler 40:30 Mikel Brown Jr. 47:00 Darius Acuff 53:30 Kingston Flemings 59:30 Morez Johnson Jr. 1:06:40 Brayden Burries 1:13:00 Yaxel Lendeborg 1:26:30 Aday Mara 1:30:45 Nate Ament 1:39:00 Hannes Steinbach 1:45:20 Chicago Bulls pick Dailyn Swain! 1:51:...

The Chicago Bulls have made a major move ahead of the NBA Draft, acquiring Nic Claxton in a blockbuster three-team trade involving the Minnesota Timberwolves and Brooklyn Nets. Join Matt Peck, Big Dave Watson, and Will Gottlieb as they break down what Claxton brings to Chicago, how this deal impacts the Bulls' roster, and what it means for the team's future. The CHGO Bulls crew reacts to the lates...

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss the latest trade and draft buzz circling the NBA as we approach the 2026 NBA Draft. Several reports indicate the Milwaukee Bucks will trade Giannis Antetokounmpo by the time the draft is over. Peck, Big Dave and Goat weigh the possible ripple effects of a Giannis trade and whether the Bulls could get involved as a facilitator. Plus, are the Minnesota Timberwolves intere...

CHGO Bulls Presents: The Run. Episode 2. Happy Juneteenth! On this one, Big Dave and Drew Stevens of The Bigs Media discuss the life of the legendary Stacey King. The crew give their feelings on Stacey and what he meant to them both. Plus, the fellas dive into Tiago Splitter's introductory press conference and his first message to Bulls fans as the franchise enters a new era. Did he make a great f...

0:00 SHOW START 1:20 MEMORIES OF STACEY KING 7:30 THOUGHTS ON TIAGO SPLITTER 16:30 RICKY'S PROFILE OF CALEB WILSON 34:20 A LOOK AT RICKY'S MOCK 44:33 WHAT WILL BULLS DO WITH PICK #15 54:49 WILL BULLS TRADE UP? 59:04 UNDER THE RADAR NAMES The CHGO Bulls crew are joined by writer, editor and associate director of programming for SB Nation and Cash Considerations co-host Ricky O’Donnell to dive into...

The CHGO Bulls crew react to the Chicago Bulls press conference for Bryson Graham introducing Tiago Splitter as the team’s new head coach. Graham cited Splitter’s strong vision for the road ahead as being crucial for a team starting a rebuild. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss Splitter’s thoughts on Matas Buzelis and his approach to player development. Plus, was there anything we heard that...

0:00 SHOW START 1:20 HOUSEKEEPING 8:50 WELCOME SPLITTER 20:00 SPLITTER'S TIME IN PORTLAND 32:00 HOW COACHES FIND THIER VOICE 45:00 SEAN HIGHKIN JOINS The CHGO Bulls crew welcome friend and Blazers reporter Sean Highkin for his thoughts on the Chicago Bulls hiring Tiago Splitter as their next head coach. The Bulls PR team made the Splitter hire official on Tuesday morning. So we had to talk to our...