CHGO Chicago Bulls Podcast
811 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 89 ratingsBeing a Chicago Bulls fan can be frustrating, but the CHGO Bulls Podcast makes following the team fun. Join Matt Peck, Big Dave and Will “The Goat” Gottlieb as they break down the action from the United Center with daily podcasts and postgames for each game of the season. The CHGO Bulls community spans the globe and is THE place to gather when the only color that you see is red.
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CHGO Bulls Podcast: Bulls Blown Out by Bucks to Drop to 0-16 vs NBA's Elite
March 23, 2022 03:33 - 1 hourOn this episode, Matt, Big Dave & Will break down the Bulls 126-98 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday night. After a 20-20 back and forth battle to begin the game, the Bulls offense went cold and it affected their focus and effort on defense. Sadly, that's been a common story this season. The defending champs wasted no time running them off the floor. Any time the Bulls tried to make a run from that late first quarter stint on, the Bucks had an answer. What can Bulls fans take from this l...
CHGO Bulls Podcast: Bulls beat Raptors in Patrick Williams' return from wrist injury
March 22, 2022 03:37 - 1 hourOn this episode, Matt, Big Dave & Will break down the Bulls 113-99 win over the Toronto Raptors on Monday night. Zach LaVine exploded for a 16-point 3rd quarter after a shaky start to this one, and the Bulls didn't look back after seizing control with that run led by Zach. Patrick Williams looked confident in his return after a near season-long absence. Alex Caruso got the start over Ayo Dosunmu, which could continue in the games to come per Billy Donovan. The Bulls defense was another big ke...
CHGO Bulls Podcast: Zach LaVine & DeMar DeRozan both quiet as Chicago Bulls blown out by Suns
March 19, 2022 05:27 - 49 minutesOn this episode, Matt, Big Dave & Will break down the Bulls 129-102 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Friday night. With the loss, the Bulls slip even closer to the Eastern Conference play-in scenario. They are also now 0-15 this season playing the top 3 teams from each conference. Is this what hopelessness and dread feels like? SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/CHGOSports WEBSITE: http://allCHGO.com/ BUY MERCH: http://CHGOLocker.com FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter: @CHGO_Bulls / @Bulls_Peck / @BawlSp...
Latest Projections Show Bleak Playoff Outlook for DeMar DeRozan, Chicago Bulls
March 17, 2022 23:06 - 1 hourOn today’s episode, Matt, Big Dave and Will welcome Kyle Williams to chat with them about 538’s new playoff projections, which don’t treat the Bulls too kindly. The guys also talk about some of the best March Madness runs by players who went on to wear Bulls jerseys in their NBA careers, and discuss the latest update on Patrick Williams’ impending return from injury. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/CHGOSports WEBSITE: http://allCHGO.com/ BUY MERCH: http://CHGOLocker.com FOLLOW ON SOCIAL:...
Dennis Rodman and the Chicago numbers that need retiring
March 17, 2022 19:15 - 58 minutesWhich Chicago athlete is overdue to have his number retired? Join Kevin Kaduk, Greg Boysen, Luke Stuckmeyer and Herb Lawrence as they run down the city's biggest omissions. Plus, baseball is back and a fun Chicago sports-themed St. Patrick's Day game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
CHGO Bulls Podcast: Bulls lose to Jazz as Donovan Mitchell has career night from downtown
March 17, 2022 04:50 - 57 minutesOn this episode, Matt, Big Dave & Will break down the Bulls 125-110 loss to the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night. Zach LaVine looked the best he has in weeks, but his 33 points weren't enough on a night when Donovan Mitchell set a career high with 9 three-pointers. The Bulls bench also got severely outplayed by Utah's. The guys talk about Ayo's up and down stretch of play recently, and the gauntlet facing the Bulls on Friday in Phoenix. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/CHGOSports WEBSITE: htt...
CHGO Bulls Podcast: Bulls road performance concerning for final 14 games
March 15, 2022 21:40 - 56 minutesOn today’s episode, Matt, Big Dave & Will continue the discussion from Postgame after the Kings loss regarding the Bulls’ sluggish starts this season, especially on the road. Can they flip that script in their final 14 games, 8 of which are away from the United Center? The guys also discuss the rising issue of DeMar DeRozan facing aggressive double teams and what the team can do to counteract them. And they chat about the recent inconsistencies of Coby White's scoring production. SUBSCRIBE: h...
CHGO Bulls Podcast: Bulls Comeback Falls Short vs Kings
March 15, 2022 05:43 - 59 minutesOn this episode, Matt, Big Dave & Will break down the Bulls 112-103 loss to the Sacramento Kings on Monday night. The Bulls got off to a horrendously sluggish start, scoring just 17 points in the first quarter. They managed to trim a 20-point halftime deficit down to 1 in the 4th quarter, but didn't quite have enough left to get over the hump. Should Bulls fans be worried about the uneven performances of DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine? SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/CHGOSports WEBSITE: h...
CHGO Bulls Podcast: Alex Caruso's return propels Bulls' defense to victory vs Cavaliers
March 13, 2022 04:43 - 59 minutesOn this episode of CHGO Bulls, Matt and Big Dave are joined by fellow former Bulls Outsider John Sabine to break down the Bulls 101-91 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday night. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/CHGOSports WEBSITE: http://allCHGO.com/ BUY MERCH: http://CHGOLocker.com FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter: @CHGO_Bulls / @Bulls_Peck / @BawlSports / @wontgottlieb / @mkhoops Instagram: @CHGO_Sports Visit https://bit.ly/3sE8RMe or download the PointsBet App and use code “CHGO” to ...
CHGO Bulls Podcast: Guest Mark Schanowski Talks Bulls Playoff Chances & Windy City Bulls
March 12, 2022 00:35 - 1 hourOn today's episode, the guys welcome in Bulls broadcasting legend Mark Schanowski to talk about the Windy City Bulls prospects, the Bulls' struggling defense and their playoff chances. Do Devon Dotson, Marko Simonovic or Tyler Cook have NBA potential? Will the returns of Alex Caruso and Lonzo Ball give the Bulls a decent chance of rediscovering their early season defensive success? And can this team really make a deep playoff run in the East? SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/CHGOSports WE...
CHGO Bulls Podcast: DeMar DeRozan's big night in Detroit helps the Chicago Bulls break losing streak
March 10, 2022 04:25 - 1 hourOn today's episode, Matt, Big Dave & Will break down the Bulls 114-108 win over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night. DeMar DeRozan got back to his dominant 4th quarter ways, the Bulls defense clamped down when it counted, and they were able to get back into the win column after a 5-game losing streak. The Bulls got a big boost with the return of Nikola Vucevic back into the starting lineup after missing Monday's game with a hamstring injury. Ayo Dosunmu displayed some excellent defense on ...
CHGO Bulls Podcast: Time for DeMar DeRozan & the Chicago Bulls to Get Back On Track
March 09, 2022 00:23 - 1 hourOn today's episode, the guys talk about the Chicago Bulls having zero wins against the NBA's elite teams, and what Bulls fans are looking for to call this a successful season. After getting torched by Joel Embiid and the 76ers, it's time for Demar Derozan and the Chicago Bulls to get back on track. Do the Bulls have an answer for the top teams in each conference? Matt Peck, Big Dave, and Will Gottlieb discuss. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/CHGOSports WEBSITE: http://allCHGO.com/ BUY ME...
CHGO Bulls Podcast: Chicago Bulls continue to struggle against top teams as Joel Embiid goes off for 76ers
March 08, 2022 04:56 - 1 hourOn today's episode, Matt, Big Dave, Will and Mark break down the Bulls 121-106 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night. Nikola Vucevic was ruled out shortly before tipoff so Tristan Thompson and Tony Bradley were tasked with covering Joel Embiid. Embiid went off for 43 points in another MVP-caliber performance. DeMar DeRozan continued his recent skid on his shooting efficiency, and the Bulls didn't have enough past his 23 points and Zach LaVine's 24. The 5th straight loss has the Bulls...
CHGO Bulls Podcast: Jrue Holiday Catches Fire to Ruin Epic Chicago Bulls 3rd Quarter
March 05, 2022 05:02 - 1 hourOn the premiere episode of CHGO Bulls, Matt, Big Dave, Will & Mark break down the Bulls 118-112 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday night. Derrick Jones Jr got a hit on Grayson Allen, but the Bucks got the last laugh with a 37-point 4th quarter. This episode was brought to you by PointsBet! Use promo code CHGO when signing up! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A New Era of Chicago Sports Coverage | THE Chicago Sports Podcast
March 04, 2022 20:30 - 45 minutesThis is The Chicago Sports Podcast. A podcast with a rotating cast where the CHGO crew breaks down everything gong on in the Chicago sports world including Bulls Blackhawks, Bears, Cubs and White Sox content. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Previewing the Final Half of the Season
February 24, 2022 00:51 - 1 hourOn a new episode of BullsHQ, hosts Mark (@mkhoops) and Will (@wontgottlieb) outline their key questions and storylines to look out for as the Bulls closeout the 2021-22 regular season, before heading into the playoffs. Also on the show, a very important announcement outlining the future of BullsHQ and what comes next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Bulls stand Pat at the Deadline
February 11, 2022 01:30 - 45 minutesThe NBA trade deadline has come and gone, and the Chicago Bulls elected to keep their roster intact. On a new episode of BullsHQ, hosts Mark (@mkhoops) and Will (@wontgottlieb) share their thoughts about the Bulls' (in)decisions, what this means for the rest of the team's season as many of their rivals made notable moves, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What Should the Bulls do at the Trade Deadline?
February 08, 2022 07:27 - 48 minutesThe trade deadline is only days away and the Bulls have lost 3 of their last 4 games, including back-to-back losses to the Philadelphia 76ers and Phoenix Suns. On a new episode of BullsHQ, hosts Mark (@mkhoops) and Will (@wontgottlieb) dive into the team's recent form and ponder if the current indicators should force the team into a trade prior to the deadline. The Bulls have been connected to Jacob Poeltl and Dennis Schroeder. The lads chat about the validity of these reports and if these ar...
Is Ayo the best Bulls rookie since Derrick Rose?
February 02, 2022 06:52 - 50 minutesDespite key personnel missing from their rotation, the Bulls continue to find way to win games. On a new episode of BullsHQ, hosts Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) and Will Gottlieb (@wontgottlieb) detail how the Bulls have been winning games with their offense, especially as the defensive output has faded of late. The Bulls sit atop of the East, but is the current winning trends sustainable past the trade deadline? Perhaps it is if rookie guard Ayo Dosunmu maintains the level of play we're witne...
Ayo, Bulls narrowly defeat the Thunder
January 25, 2022 07:00 - 55 minutesIt's been a rough few days being a Bulls fan, but fortunately for us, Ayo Dosunmu continued to show out and prove why he's been a true find. On a new episode of BullsHQ, hosts Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) and Will Gottlieb (@wontgottlieb) detail the Bulls' win against the Thunder, one that may not have come to pass if not for Bulls rookie having a career-best performance. Despite Ayo's individual brilliance, the Bulls did their best to let OKC back in the game. Whilst this was disappointing, ...
Bulls lose LaVine, Four Games in a Row
January 18, 2022 02:19 - 55 minutesBullsHQ meets Cash Considerations on this crossover edition of the podcast. Jason Patt (@Bulls_Jay) jumps on the mic with Mark (@mkhoops) and Will (@wontgottlieb) to discuss the Bulls' fourth loss in a row to the Memphis Grizzlies, as well as the team's recent poor form that has seen them continue to lose games, momentum, and players to injuries. On the show, the guys discuss whether the Bulls' recent stretch of games should have us reconsider our previous stance as the team being a bonafide ...
Bulls Humbled by Nets
January 13, 2022 07:26 - 1 hourLive on Spotify Greenroom, Mark and Will instantly react to the Bulls being outclassed by the Brooklyn Nets. On BullsHQ, despite the embarrassing loss, the takes remained as measured as possible, with this singular game not being a referendum on the disparity between the Bulls and Nets. Furthermore, Mark argues why the absence of Alex Caruso and Javonte Green truly matters in a matchup against the Nets, and Will reaffirms his position that the Bulls need to go all-in and make a deal for anoth...
Cometh DeHour, Cometh DeMar
January 04, 2022 06:16 - 55 minutesDeMar DeRozan ends 2021 on a game-winner and decided to start 2022 on the same note. In what was a historic performance from the Bulls forward, Mark and Will try to wrap their heads around the level of performance we're seeing from DeRozan this season, wondering if we all have recognised just how insanely good he has been in the moment. DeRozan may have finished these games off, but in many respects, it's been Coby White who's been carrying the Bulls these past few games. The lads heap some w...
Bulls Big Three Demolish the Hawks
December 28, 2021 04:42 - 48 minutesOn a new episode of BullsHQ, hosts Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) and Will Gottlieb (@wontgottlieb) revel in the amazing performances of Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan and Nikola Vucevic in the Bulls' 130-118 win against the Atlanta Hawks. Vooch has found his form, and if this level of play is an indication he's back, the Bulls are a serious threat in the East. Mark and Will detail how good Vucevic has been, specifically on defense and as a passer. Also on the show, with LaVine and DeRozan combinin...
Is it Time to Explore Moving on from Vucevic?
December 13, 2021 04:41 - 53 minutesCOVID continues to ravage the Bulls lineup, this time with Zach LaVine and Troy Brown Jr. enter the NBA health and safety protocol, joining seven of their teammates on the sidelines. On a new episode of BullsHQ, Mark (@mkhoops) and Will (@wontgottlieb) are joined by Stephen Noh (@stephnoh) to discuss the latest health issues plaguing the Bulls, taking aim specifically at the NBA for allowing the Bulls to continue toiling their way through the schedule, despite an outbreak within the locker ro...
DeMar and Zach are Kings in the Clutch
December 06, 2021 04:15 - 57 minutesOn a new episode of BullsHQ, Mark and Will detail the result and impact of losing a second round pick in the tampering investigation into the signing of Lonzo Ball; news surrounding Bulls GM Marc Eversley being linked to the executive job opening in Portland; Thad Young being disgruntled in San Antonio; the loss of Coby White and Javonte due to positive COVID test. Later in the show, the lads get into the game action from the Bulls' impressive wins against the Hornets, Knicks and Nets, includ...
Should We Be Concerned About These Ls?
November 29, 2021 05:36 - 53 minutesAfter a hot start to the season, the Bulls have dropped three of their last four. Should we be concerned about the team's recent form? Mark and Will detail the issues plaguing the team, most of which stem on the offensive end, and were highly visible for all to see against the Miami Heat on Saturday night. Scoring in the halfcourt remains a problem, primarily against trapping and zone defenses. The lads discuss the Bulls have a viable options against these defensive schemes, and if the answer...
Bulls Bing Bong the Knicks
November 22, 2021 06:24 - 53 minutesA very special edition of BullsHQ, folks! The Bulls beating the Knicks is always a good thing. Doing so and moving atop of the Eastern Conference standings is even better. Better still? Will Gottlieb (@wontgottlieb) joining Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops), not as a guest, but as the new co-host of BullsHQ. On the show, Mark and Will discuss the ugly but satisfying win over New York; the lineup wrinkles the Bulls have stumbled into during Nikola Vucevic's absence; the potency in DeMar DeRozan, Za...
Bulls Collapse in Portland
November 19, 2021 00:47 - 49 minutesOn a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark K (@mkhoops) is joined by Rusty Buckets (@RustyBUCKETS321) to discuss the Bulls' loss to the Portland Trailblazers; The Bulls had 10 turnover in the third quarter against Portland, a key factor for the loss. Mark and Rusty discuss this, as well as the center rotation without Nikola Vucevic, the merits of small ball, and if another big man needs to be brought in. Also on the show, some quick hitting convos about Coby White return to the lineup, if what De...
Bulls atop of the East, Vucevic out for Road Trip
November 11, 2021 23:41 - 52 minutesOn a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Morten Jensen (@msjnba) to discuss the breaking news surrounding Bulls center Nikola Vucevic entering the healthy and safety protocols, forcing him away from the team for 10 days. How the Bulls handle the absence of Vucevic on the upcoming 5-game west coast road trip will be fascinating. Mark and Morten get into how the Bulls can try to counter the loss of Vooch, including some funky lineup ideas with no center on the...
Patrick Williams Injured, Likely to Miss Season
October 30, 2021 05:58 - 58 minutesOn a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by KC Scott (@blacksitcomdad) to discuss the all the implications surrounding Patrick Williams' wrist injury. Likely to miss the entire season, Mark and KC talk through how the Bulls mitigate against his absence, how the Bulls maintain their ceiling without Williams, and if the Bulls will need to think about trade solutions sooner than expected. Also on the show, a discussion on the Bulls' loss to the Knicks, the deficie...
Chicago Bulls Beat - The Bulls are Incapable of Losing
October 27, 2021 23:28 - 52 minutesThe Bulls Beat is back, this time with friends! In a new show format, Doug (@Doug_Thonus) welcomes in new co-hosts of the show, Mark K (@mkhoops) and Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred). The trio discuss the Bulls' perfect record to start the season, the areas the team needs to improve on if they're to continue taking the league by storm, a necessary conversation on Patrick Williams' poor play, and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your a...
2021-22 Season Predictions
October 19, 2021 05:02 - 57 minutesThe regular season is here, and on a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Will Gottlieb (@wontgottlieb) to predict the outcome and key storylines of the season ahead. Are the Bulls a top-10 offense? Can they surprise the naysayers and be a top-15 defense? Does Zach LaVine have a legitimate shot at All-NBA? Will the Bulls come to regret the DeMar DeRozan contract? All that and more, as well as a quick look ahead to Wednesday night's opening season matchup agai...
Preseason Champions!
October 16, 2021 06:17 - 59 minutesThe Bulls cannot be defeated! On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Larro Golden (@_Larrohoops), co-host of the Bulls 101 podcast, to discuss the Bulls' fun victory over the Memphis Grizzlies, closing their preseason schedule in impressive fashion. It started with Nikola Vucevic finding his offensive feet, before Zach LaVine eased his way into a quietly efficient 30-piece, only to be out done by Alex Caruso and the Bulls second unit playing some manic def...
Three Games, Three Wins
October 11, 2021 06:35 - 55 minutesOn a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Kris Amundsen (@klahoops), co-host of the Bulls 101 podcast. On the show, Mark and Kris discuss the Bulls' winning ways in preseason, focusing which elements of play we've seen thus far should carry over from preseason to regular season. Topics discussed include: Nikola Vucevic emerging as the central piece of the offense; why an egalitarian offense will make any concerns of fit null and void; how the Bulls roster has...
It's only Preseason but...
October 06, 2021 02:54 - 29 minutesOn a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) goes over the Bulls' first preseason game, a massive win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. On the show, Mark notes down why their should be some optimism about the Bulls defense; the beautiful ball movement within the starting unit; the energy provided by role guys, in particular Alex Caruso and JaVonte Green; some beautiful schadenfreude movements watching Lauri Markkanen and Denzel Valentine in Cavs jerseys; and much more. Come be ...
2021 Media Day, Preseason Preview
September 30, 2021 18:16 - 56 minutesOn a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Elias Schuster (@Schuster_Elias), writer for Bleacher Nation. On the show, Mark and Elias discuss all the talking points post the Bulls' media day, including the main takeaways: the Bulls wanting to be an uptempo team and Lonzo Ball expecting to be more of a traditional point guard with Bulls. To close the episode, the lads discuss the upcoming slate of preseason games, what fans should expect to see from Billy Donova...
Is Nikola Vucevic the Bulls' most important player?
August 31, 2021 06:14 - 1 hourOn a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by hosts of the Big Red Bus, Doug Thonus (@Doug_Thonus) and Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred). On the show, Doug and Fred give their take on the Lauri Markkanen trade. Conversation then turns to two recent reports: the Bulls pursuit of free agent Paul Millsap and Zach LaVine's decision to dump his previous agency and join up with Rich Paul and Klutch Sports. To close the episode, the lads discuss who the most important player on ...
The Markkanen Trade Happened!
August 28, 2021 01:10 - 38 minutesWe've been waiting for it, and finally it has happened! The Bulls have signed and traded Lauri Markkanen to the Cleveland Cavaliers in a 3-team deal, receiving in return Derrick Jones Jr., a first round pick, and a second round pick. On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) gives his instant reaction to the trade, including thoughts on how Jones Jr. will fit on the new-look Bulls, and how this trade continues the offseason theme of constant wins for the Bulls management ...
How the new-look Bulls will fit together
August 19, 2021 05:33 - 48 minutesOn a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Stephen Noh (@stephnoh) to go over how the new-look Bulls will figure how to make it all work on the floor. On the show, Mark and Stephen discuss: How DeMar DeRozan will fit within the Bulls offense, specifically next to Zach LaVine Whether DeRozan or LaVine should be the lead initiator Why the Bulls need to implement a motion-based offense Pushing the tempo and if Nikola Vucevic can play within such a style The ...
Where Art Thou, Lauri?
August 12, 2021 06:30 - 48 minutesOn a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined the hosts of the Big Red Bus podcast, Doug Thonus (@Doug_Thonus) and Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred). On the show, Mark, Doug and Fred discuss the current situation with Lauri Markkanen and his on-going holdout with the Bulls about his next contract; if his contract demands are fair and reasonable; where Markkanen is likely to land in free agency; what the Bulls should expect in return via sign and trade; and much more. Also on...
DeMar DeRozan joins the Bulls!
August 04, 2021 03:57 - 47 minutesAnother day in free agency, another huge signing for the Chicago Bulls. On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Morten Jensen (@msjnba) to discuss the Bulls' latest free agent signing, DeMar DeRozan. On the show, Mark and Morten detail how the Bulls landed DeRozan in a sign and trade with the San Antonio Spurs; if the Bulls overpaid for DeRozan; the fit between DeRozan, Zach LaVine and Nikola Vucevic; and why this deal represents a significant change in men...
Bulls land Lonzo Ball, Alex Caruso in Free Agency
August 03, 2021 04:06 - 50 minutesFree agency is finally here, and what a way to start the offseason! On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Morten Jensen (@msjnba) to discuss the Bulls' latest free agent acquisitions, guards Lonzo Ball and Alex Caruso. Mark and Morten discuss how these deals came to be, why Bulls fans should be thrilled with how these signings were executed, and what these signings mean for the roster and the remainder of free agency, including reports linking DeMar DeRoz...
Ayo, the Draft and Free Agency
July 30, 2021 13:36 - 1 hourThe NBA Draft has been run and won, and the Bulls welcome Ayo Dosunmu to Chicago. On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Morten Jensen (@msjnba). On the show, Mark and Morten discuss: The NBA draft, the selection of Dosunmu at No. 38, and if choosing Dosunmu was the right decision Were there alternatives for the Bulls beyond Ayo? Which teams won and lost on draft night How the drafting of Dosunmu impacts the Bulls' free agency decision, if at all The ...
Can the Bulls replicate what the Suns have done?
July 06, 2021 05:16 - 1 hourThe Phoenix Suns are in the NBA Finals, and it was only a short few months ago that they found themselves in a similar situation to the Chicago Bulls. On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Suns blogger and podcaster David Nash (@theIVpointplay) to discuss: the Suns' meteoric rise and how it all came to be the impact and importance of veterans such as Chris Paul and Jae Crowder DeAndre Ayton's growth into a legitimate game-changer Devin Booker, Zach La...
Big Red HQ: Post-Lottery Blues
June 23, 2021 06:40 - 47 minutesOn a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by hosts of the Big Red Bus podcast, Doug Thonus (@Doug_Thonus) and Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred). On the show, the trio go over the disappointing outcome of the NBA Draft Lottery, as the Bulls convey their 2021 first-round pick to the Orlando Magic; what this dilemma means for the team's roster building intention in free agency; whether the Bulls should go after Ben Simmons via trade, including Patrick Williams and Coby Whit...
Coby White Injury, 2021 Playoffs
June 16, 2021 05:54 - 1 hourOn a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by friend of the show and host of the Big Red Bus podcast, Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred). On the show, Mark and Fred discuss the news surrounding Coby White and his injury; what Coby's absence from the court for 4-6 months means for his development; how his injury will influence what the Bulls do in free agency; and why the need to bolster the point guard position is now every more critical. Later in the show, the conversatio...
2020-21 Season Review
May 18, 2021 07:26 - 1 hourThe Bulls season is officially over, so it's time to look back and review the season that just transpired. On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred) to discuss the Bulls' season; how what we saw will impact the team moving forward; the future of Lauri Markkanen and if it involves Chicago; Zach LaVine emerging into a star and what that means for his next contract; the development of Coby White and Patrick Williams; how the Bulls should...
Fire Up the Tank!
May 04, 2021 08:43 - 1 hourFour games back on the final play-in spot. Seven games left to play. Yeah, this Bulls seasons is just about done. And we're done caring about this season. So, instead, of focusing on the remaining Bulls games in this season, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) takes your questions on the upcoming free agency period; what the Bulls do if they get lottery luck and keep their pick; if the Bulls don't keep their pick, can they trade back into the draft; those ex-Bulls that were moved at the dead...
A Deep Dive on Coby White
April 26, 2021 03:19 - 53 minutesOn a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Will White (@WRW_11) to discuss the development and future of his brother, Bulls guard Coby White. On the show, Mark and Will go over who Coby is as a person; the typical criticisms of Coby and if there is any merit to these arguments; the strides Coby has made in his game in year two; what position he ultimately will be in the NBA; if Coby can fit long-term next to Zach LaVine and Nikola Vucevic, the areas of Coby's ...