CHGO Chicago Bulls Podcast

On today’s episode of CHGO Bulls, Mark and Will and joined by Chicago Sun-Times reporter Joe Cowley to celebrate the historic performance of former Bulls legend Jimmy Butler against the Milwaukee Bucks. On the show, the guys discuss where this Butler performances ranks all time, if he can continue to maintain this level of dominance against Tom Thibodeau and the New York Knicks, and if the success...

The CHGO Bulls crew kick off their Player Evaluations for the 2022-23 Bulls season with two-time All Star and face of the franchise Zach LaVine. Was this the best season of Zach's career? What will the Bulls do with their star guard this offseason? Matt, Big Dave and Will give their grades for Zach’s season - including "Meathead" grades - and discuss a few areas of his game that he can still impro...

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss former Bulls Jimmy Butler and Lauri Markkanen owning the NBA headlines on Monday night. First, Markkanen was announced as the convincing winner of the 2022-23 NBA Most Improved Player award. Then, the NBA world watched a legendary performance from Butler, whose 56-point performance led the Heat to victory and a 3-1 series lead over the Bucks. Meanwhile, the current Bull...

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss whether the Bulls need to tear it all down this offseason or simply retool the roster while keeping at least one of their core players. With their limited draft capital and a razor thin margin to the luxury tax, what changes could the front office make to significantly improve this roster while keeping the core of it together? Is a full-scale rebuild actually the best p...

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss the recent movement among prominent NBA coaches. With Nick Nurse likely heading to the Rockets, and Ime Udoka expected to take Nurse’s place in Toronto, are the Bulls essentially “stuck” with Billy Donovan? The Bulls quietly signed their head coach to an extension last offseason after leading the organization to the playoffs for the first time in 5 years. And while the...

The CHGO Bulls crew review the end of season comments from Nikola Vucevic, and wonder if he’s still in the team’s future plans. Vooch said in his exit interview that he’d like to stay in Chicago, but that he’ll also listen to all options on the free agent market. Matt, Big Dave and Will evaluate the pros and cons of bringing Vucevic back. Plus, should Bulls fans let the Orlando trade affect how th...

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss whether the Bulls should try to bring back Chicago’s own Patrick Beverley next season. The veteran guard, who joined the Bulls for the final push of the 2022-23 season on the buyout market, stated on his latest podcast episode that he’s looking for $13-15 million on his next contract. Should the Bulls bother trying to negotiate a hometown discount with PatBev, or focus...

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss Coby White’s season-ending press conference, and wonder if he can be the Bulls’ answer at the starting point guard position next year. For what it’s worth, Billy Donovan expressed his great faith in Coby during his end-of-season remarks. And Coby said his confidence in his game has never been higher. But will the Bulls prioritize bringing him back, or look elsewhere to...

The CHGO Bulls crew dissect the season-ending press conference from Bulls VP of Basketball Operations Artūras Karnišovas. What were some of the most interesting - and alarming - comments from AK as he explained what he liked about this season compared to what went wrong. And what, exactly, will be his approach to improve this team’s chances to be more competitive next season? Matt, Big Dave and Wi...

In today’s episode of CHGO Bulls HQ edition, Mark and Will go over the details of Arturas Karnisovas’ end of season press conference. They react to his thoughts about the season, how the group improved after the All-Star Break and the additions and changes that need to take place this upcoming summer in the draft, free agency and via trades. Score the best seats in the house at Gametime : https://...

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Bulls 102-91 loss to the Miami Heat in their Play-In game on Friday night. It looked like the Bulls were going to pull out a slugfest of a game, but their offensive wheels fell off in the final 3 minutes of a tight game. Matt, Big Dave and Will discuss Zach LaVine's rough game coming on the heels of his 39-point explosion in their win over the Raptors. Plus, shou...

The Chicago Bulls ended the Toronto Raptors season. Can they do the same to the Miami Heat on Friday night? On today’s show, Mark and Will detail all the ways the Bulls can take advantage against a stumbling Heat team, and by doing so, advance to the playoffs. Later in the show, the guys share their thoughts on winning play-in games and if this is the best long-term strategy for the Bulls. Score t...

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Bulls 109-105 win over the Toronto Raptors in their Play-In game on Wednesday night. The Bulls looked dead in the water early in the third quarter. But Zach LaVine went absolutely bonkers, and a pitiful free throw performance by the Raptors kept the door open as the Bulls completed a huge comeback. Matt, Big Dave and Will discuss how massive of a game this was fo...

The CHGO Bulls crew preview the Bulls win or go home Play-In game vs the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday. What’s the best strategy for Billy Donovan and the Bulls to keep their season alive? How can they beat the traps and doubles they’re likely to see from Nick Nurse? If the Raptors defense focuses on DeMar DeRozan, can Zach LaVine step up and lead the Bulls to victory? Matt, Big Dave, Will and Mark...

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Bulls 103-81 win over the Detroit Pistons on Sunday afternoon. Billy Donovan and the Bulls medical staff decided to play their starters in this meaningless game, in order to keep them in shape and ready for their Play-In game. Matt and Big Dave discuss which of the young guys playing more minutes made an impression. Plus, the guys talk about the latest media tira...

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Bulls 115-112 win over the Dallas Mavericks on Friday night. The Bulls and Mavs each sat most of their key players, with draft lottery positioning on the line. Coby White and Patrick Williams played well, and the Mavs tanked better. Is Coby White a startable high-ceiling guard, though? Matt, Big Dave and Will are joined by former Bulls Outsiders co-star John Sabi...

The NFL Draft is just three weeks away and the excitement is building. But could GM Ryan Poles make Bears fans wait even longer on draft night by turning the No. 9 pick into even more? Kevin Kaduk, Kacy Standohar and Lawrence Benedetto are joined by CHGO GM Jake Flannigan to discuss the possibilities. Also on the show: The assembled CHGO leadership group do an AMA, we talk about the beer bats at W...

Despite two bad losses, the Chicago Bulls have clinched their spot in the NBA Play-In Tournament. On today’s episode of the CHGO Bulls Podcast HQ Edition, Mark and Will discuss if there is anything left to learn about this team during the final two games of the regular season and how the race for the 10th seed exposes the Bulls problematic agenda. Finally, they review some details of the new Colle...

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Bulls 105-92 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday night. The Bucks rested Giannis, and it didn't matter. Matt, Big Dave and Will discuss whether the Bulls should've rested their stars given that DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine looked pretty disinterested in the game anyway. With the loss, the Bulls are now locked into the 10th seed in the East Play-In Tournamen...

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Bulls 123-105 loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday night. In a game that meant everything to their season and playoff hopes, the Bulls came out flat. Matt and Big Dave discuss how the Bulls surrendered a season-high 70 paint points to the Hawks. Plus, the Bulls had a classically cold night shooting from deep. Those two factors were enough to doom them. Will check...

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Bulls 128-107 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday afternoon. After trailing by as many as 23 points after a hot Grizzlies start, the Bulls mounted a thunderous comeback in the second half. Matt and Big Dave discuss the Bulls amping up their defensive pressure and getting out in transition in the third quarter. Zach LaVine caught fire to help the Bulls come b...

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Bulls 121-91 win over the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night. The Bulls cruised against a very shorthanded Hornets team, taking one they absolutely had to have to give themselves a shot at the 7-8 play-in game. Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan and Nikola Vucevic all scored 20+, while Patrick Williams and Coby White each provided double figures off the bench. Matt, Big D...

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Bulls 121-110 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night. The Bulls couldn't keep pace with the Lakers at the free throw line, and they couldn't control the glass. After a few encouraging comebacks, they didn't ultimately have enough to overcome those troubles. Matt and Big Dave discuss the Bulls starters getting worked by Anthony Davis, LeBron James and C...

Despite last night’s loss to the Clippers, the NBA Play-In race is still super tight. In today’s episode of the CHGO Bulls Podcast HQ Edition, Mark and Will look into the details of the standings, remaining schedule, recent play and playoff odds to try to determine how things will shake out. They also discuss what would define a successful season for the Chicago Bulls as well as some recent rumors...

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Bulls 124-112 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday night. The Bulls' three-point math problem came back in a big way in this one. Matt, Big Dave and Will discuss the Clippers, led by a scorching Nicolas Batum, destroying the Bulls behind the arc. Defensive rotations were a problem, which was exacerbated by the absence of defensive leader Alex Caruso. Plus,...