CHGO Chicago Bulls Podcast

The Chicago Bulls have officially found their new head coach, as Tiago Splitter is set to take over in Chicago after his stint as interim head coach of the Portland Trail Blazers. This emergency CHGO Bulls Podcast breaks down the breaking news, what led to the decision, and why the Bulls believe Splitter is the right choice to lead the franchise forward. CHGO Bulls hosts Matt Peck, Big Dave Watson...

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss upcoming NBA Free Agency, and what Chicago Bulls lead executive Bryson Graham should do with cap space. The Bulls - assuming they release all players from last season whose contracts expired - can have upwards of $50 million to spend this summer. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb debate which position(s) are most in need of spending. Or, should the priority be taking on...

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss the latest trade rumors surrounding the 2026 NBA Draft, including the Chicago Bulls targeting Keaton Wagler. Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reported Wednesday that new Bulls EVP Bryson Graham is interesting in trading up from the #15 pick to get a top-tier guard. The Bulls have brought in most of the lottery-projected guards, including Darius Acuff and Kingston Flemings....

Three-time NBA Champion and Former Bull Will Perdue joins CHGO Bulls to celebrate the life and career of Stacey King. Will takes you behind the scenes during the 90's when himself and Stacey King were young Bulls on a growing dynasty. He tells some never-before heard stories involving Michael Jordan and Stacey King as the CHGO Bulls crew looks back on an incredible life and career. Hosted by Simpl...

0:00 SHOW START 1:20 STORM BREWS 3:30 Coaching Final Four 11:30 Chris Quinn in mix? 14:05 Wes Unseld Jr. Talk 20:30 Is Bulls Job Enticing? 24:00 Ryan Schmidt's Resume 33:00 Are Bulls Trading Up? 39:20 Nate Ament Breakdown 50:00 Which Guards Do You Like? 54:16 Will is high on Mara 56:00 Giannis dealt before Draft? The CHGO Bulls crew discuss the latest updates on the Chicago Bulls search for a new...

3-Time NBA Champion and Bulls Legend Horace Grant joins CHGO Bulls to celebrate the life and career of Stacey King. Horace remembers meeting Stacey as a teammate of his twin brother Harvey in college and talks about Stacey King as a player, person plus the incredible impact he had on Bulls fans around the world. Don't miss Horace taking you behind the scenes of the 1992 NBA Finals and the integral...

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss the latest intel on which players the Chicago Bulls are eyeing before the 2026 NBA Draft, including Houston big man Chris Cenac Jr. The Athletic’s Joel Lorenzi reported Monday night that Cenac was the big name among the latest group of prospects brought in by the Bulls for predraft workouts. His Houston Cougars teammate Kingston Flemings is nearly a lock to be drafted i...

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss the sad and sudden passing of Chicago Bulls 3X champion and Beloved commentator Stacey King. CHGO Bears host and former Bulls beat writer Mark Carman joins the show to offer his memories and insight into Mr. King. Plus, the crew is joined by CHGO Cubs host Luke Stuckmeyer as he tells stories about working with Stacey King and what he meant to him. Also, Will Gottlieb re...

Beloved Chicago Bulls Broadcaster and former player Stacey King tragically passed away on Sunday at the age of 59. King won three championships with the team before becoming a broadcaster in 2006. Over the past 20 years, King has become one of the most recognizable voices in the NBA with renowned catchphrases “gimme the hot sauce” and “too big, too strong, too fast and too good” among many others....

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss a report that Chicago Bulls new EVP Bryson Graham has hired former Pelicans colleague Jarrett Sutton. Sutton will join the Bulls with the title Scout and Intelligence Coordinator, working in the Player Personnel department. Peck and Big Dave review Sutton's resume, and wonder whether this is a "yes man" hire by Graham, given their previous familiarity. Hosted by Simplec...

The CHGO Bulls crew react to two new hires by Chicago Bulls EVP Bryson Graham: Alex Kaufman and Jarrett Sutton. Kaufman was named GM of the Windy City Bulls, while Sutton will serve the role of Scout and Intelligence Coordinator. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss the factor that both overlapped with Graham while working for the New Orleans Pelicans. Is there already an “inner circle” or “ye...

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss the latest reporting on the Chicago Bulls coaching search, with Wes Unseld Jr. among the finalists. Marc Stein and Jake Fischer reported in The Stein Line on Thursday morning that Bryson Graham and the Bulls are expected to have a list of finalists by early next week or sooner. Among those names will be Unseld, an assistant under Billy Donovan for two seasons after bein...

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss possible trades the Chicago Bulls could make during the 2026 NBA Draft. Bryson Graham has the 4th and 15th overall picks in a deep draft. Should he try to get creative with either pick? Can he turn either of those picks into additional first round picks? What about being a facilitating team in a draft-night trade involving stars like Kawhi Leonard, Jimmy Butler or Jalen...

0:00 SHOW START 1:20 Magic hire Sean Sweeney 18:00 AJ & Peterson Player Comps 33:00 Boozer Player Comps 45:50 Caleb Wilson Player Comps The CHGO Bulls crew discuss player comparisons for the projected Top 4 lottery picks in the 2026 NBA Draft. ESPN’s Jeremy Woo made high and low-end player comps for AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer and Caleb Wilson. Peck and Big Dave react to the names...

On the latest CHGO Bulls episode, Matt Peck and Big Dave welcome Chicago Bulls Public Address Announcer Tim Sinclair to discuss the rumors that the team is calling the Washington Wizards about moving up to secure the #1 pick in the NBA Draft. What would it cost and should the Bulls aggressively pursue this bold swing? Is the #1 pick still AJ Bybantsa or is Cameron Boozer making a run at it? Tune i...

On today’s show, Will Gottlieb welcomes back old friend Mark K from Australia to discuss the new NBA Lottery rules, which passed on Thursday. What are the nitty gritty details of the 3-2-1 reform? How will those rules impact the Bulls as they look to rebuild the team with new EVP of Basketball Operations Bryson Graham in charge? With the rules in place for the next three seasons, we also have deta...

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss whether the Chicago Bulls should entertain offers for the #4 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, particularly from the Oklahoma City Thunder. Jake Fischer reported for The Stein Line that many across the league believe OKC wants to package their picks at #12 and #17 to move up into the Top 4. Peck and Big Dave consider how many first round picks it would take for Bryson Graham...

The CHGO Bulls crew do a mock draft of the first fifteen picks in the 2026 NBA Draft, focusing on which players might fall to the Chicago Bulls at #15. Peck and Will Gottlieb make selections for each lottery pick, starting with the star-studded Top 4. Who do the Bulls land between Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer and Caleb Wilson? Which players could fall to the Bulls midway through the first round...

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss the report that Chicago Bulls executive Bryson Graham contacted the Washington Wizards, possibly to inquire about the #1 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reported that in his new mock draft on Sunday, along with intel that the Bulls are only interested in trading up from the #4 pick, not down. Peck and Big Dave are joined by Bulls PA anno...

The CHGO Bulls crew debate which Chicago Bulls players currently under contract should stay with the team as the rebuild begins. Are Josh Giddey and Matas Buzelis still viewed as foundational pieces? What about Noa Essengue, Tre Jones, Isaac Okoro and Jalen Smith? Peck, Big Dave, Will Gottlieb & Will Perdue discuss the merits of keeping or trading each player. Plus, the guys examine the rebuilding...

The CHGO Bulls crew are joined by Latif Love, rising sports journalist and creator of a new SLAP metric for measuring NBA Draft prospects. Latif explains to Peck and Big Dave his mathematical system designed to calculate the different qualities of Bryson Graham’s ideal basketball player: size, length, athleticism and physicality. From dunks and blocks to rebounds and fouls drawn, Latif breaks down...

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss the departure of Jason Kidd from the Dallas Mavericks, and whether he should be a candidate to coach the Chicago Bulls. Kidd and the Mavs parted ways on Tuesday night, with speculation on if it was a firing or a mutual decision. Should Bryson Graham consider pursuing Kidd for the Bulls coaching job? Peck and Will Gottlieb weigh the risk and potential reward of hiring Ki...

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss the latest names added to the Chicago Bulls search for a new head coach, including Tiago Splitter and Dave Bliss. Splitter took over for Chauncey Billups in Portland with an interim tag, and could be chosen to remain with the Blazers. Bliss is a highly-touted assistant under Mark Daigneault in OKC, a candidate similar to San Antonio’s Sean Sweeney and Minnesota’s Micah...

The CHGO Bulls crew dive into the conference final matchups for the East and the West. Which two teams do they feel will go head to head in the NBA Finals? Plus, Josh Giddey is the hot name when it comes to trade talks. Should the Bulls consider trading the 24-year- old? What teams could be in the Giddey trade discussions? Does Giddey have more value to the Bulls than any other team in the league?...

On the 1st episode of The Run, Big Dave and Drew Stevens discuss the moves that have been made by Bryson Graham. From hiring Stephen Merck’s to appointing Acie Law IV the VP of Player Personnel, Graham has been busy. Is he making all the right moves or is this simply new hire syndrome? Who could he be looking at for the head coaching position? Plus, it seems like the two players that the Bulls hav...