CHGO Chicago Bulls Podcast

On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Cole Zwicker (@colezwicker) of The Stepien to discuss his deep dive article on Bulls center Wendell Carter. On the show, Mark and Cole go over why Carter is poised to breakout in his sophomore season, how the Bulls misused and didn't take advantage of his natural offensive game during his rookie season, the likelihood of C...

On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Kevin Ferrigan (@nbacouchside) to review and discuss what the various win projection models in Vegas and the analytical community are forecasting for the Chicago Bulls next season, how these results compare to the projections of Kevin's own model, and the intricacies and nuance that go into building win models. Learn more...

On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred), host of the Chicago Bullseye and Big Red Bus podcasts, to forecast and predict the upcoming Bulls season. Making 10 predictions for the 2019-20 season, hear Mark and Fred predict if Kris Dunn will be on the opening night roster, if the Bulls will have an All-Star this season, whether Otto Porter w...

On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Darnell Mayberry of The Athletic to discuss his recent articles which covered the Bulls' potential weakness in the depth chart on the wing and how Jim Boylen may shape his rotation next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad...

On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) provides his initial thoughts on the Chicago Bulls signing Thaddeus Young and Tomas Satoransky in the opening days of free agency. On the show, Mark details why the signing of both players should be viewed as positives, how Young and Satoransky fit into the rotation, what it means for future free agent moves, and much more. Learn more...

On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Stephen Noh of The Athletic to preview the upcoming free agency period for the Chicago Bulls. On the show, Mark and Stephen discuss the likely amount of cap space the Bulls will have to use, what the team's strategy should be heading into free agency, the necessary positions and roles the Bulls need to fill, and which play...

The draft has come and gone, but Coby White's arrival remains front of mind for host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops), who this week is joined by Bulls podcaster and prophet Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred). On this episode of BullsHQ, Mark and Fred go over their initial thoughts of White becoming a Bull, his fit on the team, the fan base insistence in trading Zach LaVine, Fred's anguish in seeing De'Andre Hu...

On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) gives his immediate thoughts on the 2019 NBA Draft and the newest additions to the Chicago Bulls roster, Coby White and Daniel Gafford. On the show, Mark discusses how White will fit into the rotation, expectations and projected role for White during his rookie season, how his selection impacts the roster moving forward, and much more....

On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Morten Jensen (@msjnba) to discuss the blockbuster trade that sent Anthony Davis to the Los Angeles Lakers, and what it means for the Chicago Bulls. Though the Bulls weren't involved in the Davis, the affect of the trade itself will impact the Bulls at the draft, in the trade market, but also in the rankings of rebuilding...

On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Ricky O'Donnell (@SBN_Ricky) and Jason Patt (Bulls_Jay) of the Cash Considerations podcast to discuss the legitimacy to rumours surrounding a potential deal that would send Zach LaVine and the No. 7 pick to the Pelicans as part of the Anthony Davis deal, receiving back Lonzo Ball and pick No. 4. Assuming the Bulls were to...

On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Will Gottlieb (@wontgottlieb) of Bleacher Report to discuss the impact the NBA Finals should have on the Bulls as they advance through their rebuild. From switchable lineups, rotations full of smart, two-way players, the Toronto Raptors winning with bigger lineups, Mark and Will dive into how the style of basketball the Ra...

On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred) to discuss the potential ways the Bulls can solve their point guard problem. From rookies Coby White and Darius Garland, to first time free agents Terry Rozier, Malcolm Brogdon and D'Angelo Russell, to experienced vets such as Patrick Beverley, Mark and Fred delve into the best possible options amo...

On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) divers into the momentary speculation surrounding former Bull Jimmy Butler being spotted out to dinner with Bulls coach Jim Boylen. Later in the show, Mark shares his thoughts on the latest players mention in the point guard rumours, and how that may affect the outcome of the draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...

On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) covers the NBA Draft Lottery as the event unfolds. It didn't go the way we wanted it for the Bulls, as you'll hear in Mark's live reaction as the draft order is revealed. After the moment has sunk in, Mark dials in Jordan Maly (@JordanCMaly) to discuss his reaction to the Bulls falling to No. 7, what the options are for the Bulls at No...

In the final instalment of 'What If', host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) closes out the series of scenarios with a look at the current iteration of Chicago Bulls. In this episode, Mark questions if the good play in February was a fluke, what landing Zion Williamson means for the franchise, owning the No. 1 and No. 2 picks in the draft at the expense of Lauri Markkanen, the ramifications if the youn...

In this episode, Mark wonders how things may have been different if the Bulls signed Carmelo Anthony in 2014, what could have been had David Blatt been called for a technical foul and LeBron James missed the game winner in game four of the 2015, the toll of the Doug McDermott trade, the impact of waiving Spencer Dinwiddie, and much more. bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit pod...

On this week's episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) goes back over crucial moments in Bulls franchise history and wonders what would be different if one small variable could be changed. From Scottie Pippen's last second foul against the Knicks in the playoffs, missing out on signing Tracy McGrady in free agency, keeping Elton Brand and Ron Artest, Derrick Rose remaining healthy ov...

On this week's episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred) to review each players season. Starting off with the core pieces of the rebuild, Mark and Fred grade the individual performances from Zach LaVine, Lauri Markkanen, Kris Dunn and Wendell Carter Jr. Thereafter, the pair debate the Parker-Portis for Porter trade, before finishing with grades for...

On this week's episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Sean Highkin of Bleacher Report (@highkin) to review the eventful 2018-19 Chicago Bull season. With the season now over, Mark and Sean dive into the key takeaways from John Paxson's end of season press conference. Then, the vault is opened, and all the key storylines from the season are discussed, including the Jabar...

On this week's episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Edward Shuler Jr. (@EdwardShulerJr) and Salim Suterwalla (@JordanDynasty) to discuss the final weeks of the Bulls season. On the show, the trio hit on the recent play of new signings Walter Lemon Jr. and JaKarr Sampson, Shaq Harrison’s improvement over the last 10 games, and if there’s anything substantive to be gain...

On this week's episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Morten Jensen (@msjnba) to discuss the latest news surrounding the Chicago Bulls, specifically the decision to rest Lauri Markkanen for the remainder of the season. Later in the show, Mark and Morten discuss the addition of Walter Lemon Jr. to the roster, former Bulls coach Fred Hoiberg landing a new job with Nebrask...

On a new episode of BullHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) returns from a break to answer your mailbag questions. As expected, with most of the fan base paying more attention to the draft and what lies ahead for the Bulls in free agency than the actual games being played, the sentiment among the questions was clear. Tune in to hear Mark answer your questions on the best non-Zion Williamson opti...

On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred), host of the Chicago Bullseye and Big Red Bus podcasts. On today's show, topics discussed include: Lauri Markkanen's continued growth into a potential star (6:34), the progression Zach LaVine has made (11:28), Ryan Arcidiacono, Kris Dunn, and the pending problem at point guard (18:39), Zion William...

On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Will Gottlieb (@wontgottlieb) to talk all things Bulls post the trade deadline. Topics discussed: The differing perspectives on the trade that brought Otto Porter to Chicago (3:16), how Porter has given the Bulls a new look and feel (8:30), Lauri Markkanen's recent dominance (15:11), small ball lineups with Porter and what...

On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Kevin Ferrigan (@nbacouchside) to go through in detail the trade that sent Jabari Parker and Bobby Portis to the Washington Wizards in exchange for Otto Porter Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast,...