Bulls Talk Podcast
723 episodes - English - Latest episode: 17 days ago - ★★★★ - 350 ratingsThe Bulls Talk Podcast takes you inside the Bulls and around the NBA. Television host Jason Goff, insider K.C. Johnson, and producer Tony Gill break down the Bulls in an informed and entertaining way you won't get anywhere else. Featuring guests and reporters who cover the Bulls and the NBA. Episodes are released every Tuesday and Thursday.
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Jimmy G Buckets and we all know what the G stands for
October 06, 2020 10:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBJimmy Butler put on a show in Game 3 of the NBA Finals vs. LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers and stamped his name in the history books with a 40-point triple-double. Bulls fans were in a frenzy on social media and raised some questions about his time as a Bull. Host Jason Goff returns from vacation this week and is joined by K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer and Tony Gill as they discuss Butler's performance, his time in Chicago and give updates on what the Bulls are up to during the...
Anthony Davis' roots & Marc Eversley speaks to the media
October 02, 2020 10:00 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBThe NBA Finals have begun and Chicago's own Anthony Davis made a big statement in his Finals debut. To start the show, K.C. Johnson is joined by Davis' high school coach Cortez Hale to break down how Davis rose to stardom, his reasons for not going to a powerhouse high school, and some never-before-heard moments from Davis' life in Chicago. Later, K.C. is joined by Rob Schaefer and Tony Gill to discuss Davis' Finals performance and Marc Eversley's recent comments on the state of the...
Lauri Markkanen speaks on new Bulls coach Billy Donovan
October 01, 2020 17:57 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MBIn a jam-packed episode of the Bulls Talk Podcast, K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer and Tony Gill react to Lauri Markkanen’s first comments to the media from the Bulls Bubble in which he discussed Billy Donovan, Jim Boylen and why he had such a down season in 2019-20. Later on in the pod, the crew discusses NBA prospects speaking to the media and 2 players of particular interest to the Bulls, LaMelo Ball and Killian Hayes. They also dive into Jimmy Butler making the NBA Finals and the big...
Bulls officially introduce Billy Donovan as new Head Coach
September 25, 2020 10:00 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MBThe Bulls have found their head coach, and he was introduced to the media on Thursday morning via Zoom. Jason Goff, Rob Schaefer, and K.C. Johnson discuss Billy Donovan and Artūras Karnišovas' joint press conference, then react to a 1-on-1 interview Johnson did with Donovan wherein Donovan goes in-depth on why he chose the Bulls. (0:56) - Early impressions of Billy Donovan after introductory press conference (7:26) - K.C. Johnson 1-on-1 interview with Billy Donovan (14:46) - Dono...
Emergency Podcast: Bulls hire Billy Donovan as head coach
September 23, 2020 02:10 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBAfter a series of interviews, and with Bulls players set to begin voluntary workouts, Bulls executive vice president of basketball operations Artūras Karnišovas and general Marc Eversly get their head coach in former Oklahoma City Thunder coach Billy Donovan. Host Jason Goff is joined by K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer and NBC Sports Chicago Cubs beat writer Maddie Lee, who covered Donovan and the Thunder before covering the Cubs. The crew reacts to the hire, plays sound from an exclusiv...
The Bulls begin workouts without Kris Dunn
September 22, 2020 10:00 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MBThe 2021 NBA season starts now for the Bulls, with voluntary offseason workouts beginning this week. But potential free agent Kris Dunn won't be involved. Host Jason Goff, Bulls insider K.C. Johnson and Bulls beat reporter Rob Schaefer discuss what the Bulls will look to get out of the workouts and provide updates on the finalists in the coaching search. Later on in the pod the crew discusses the chances two-time reigning MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo will give the Bulls a look in free ...
Wes Unseld Jr.'s ascension and life in NBA bubble with LA Times' Dan Woike
September 18, 2020 10:00 - 56 minutes - 51.4 MBIn a shocking upset, the Denver Nuggets beat the Los Angeles Clippers in the Western Conference semifinals. With that victory, Michael Malone's lead assistant Wes Unseld Jr. is garnering a lot of attention from teams looking for winning head coaches, including the Bulls. To discuss the Clippers-Nuggets series, life in the Bubble and the Bulls' head coaching vacancy, Jason Goff and Bulls insider K.C. Johnson are joined by Dan Woike, national NBA writer for the LA Times. (2:00) - Di...
Where does the Bulls head coaching job rank in the NBA?
September 15, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBWith Mike D'Antoni leaving the Houston Rockets, another head coaching position has opened up in the NBA, meaning top candidates have more options to choose from. So how does the Bulls job stack up? Host Jason Goff, Bulls insider K.C. Johnson and Bulls beat writer Rob Schaefer discuss where they think the Bulls gig ranks among the NBA’s current vacancies and provide updates on what the Bulls will be doing next as the offseason goes on. Later, the crew discusses the fall of the Rocket...
Billy Donovan and other Bulls coaching targets with The Athletic's Darnell Mayberry
September 11, 2020 10:00 - 52 minutes - 48 MBs the coaching search continues for the Bulls, a new candidate has entered the fray. Former head coach of the Oklahoma City Thunder Billy Donovan is now on the market, and the Bulls are reportedly expected to have interest. But is he the right fit for the team? Host Jason Goff and NBC Sports Chicago Bulls beat writer Rob Schaefer are joined by Darnell Mayberry, Bulls beat writer for The Athletic, as they dive into the new potential coaching candidate and provide further details on w...
Bulls coaching search updates and Jimmy Butler's ascension
September 08, 2020 10:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBThe Bulls are still in the midst of finding their next head coach as the offseason continues. Host Jason Goff, Bulls insider K.C. Johnson and Bulls beat writer Rob Schaefer provide updates on the search and detail the team’s upcoming schedule. Later on in the podcast, the crew discusses the NBA playoffs, what's wrong with the Bucks, Giannis' future with Milwaukee and Jimmy Butler finally getting the respect he deserves. (1:18) - What should Bulls fans keep their eyes on as the tea...
Sports Illustrated's Chris Mannix on the Bulls coaching search
September 04, 2020 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBWith the Brooklyn Nets hiring two-time MVP Steve Nash as their head coach, a vacancy has been filled, though not by a candidate the Bulls were targeting. NBC Sports Chicago Bulls insider K.C. Johnson is joined by Sports Illustrated senior NBA writer and analyst Chris Mannix to discuss the news of the day, deep dive into Artūras Karnišovas' ongoing coaching search, and break down playoff basketball in the NBA Bubble. (2:30) - Steve Nash named the next head coach of the Brooklyn Net...
2020 NBA Draft with Chris Spatola: Who should the Bulls target?
September 01, 2020 10:00 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MBNew Bulls executive vice president of basketball operations Artūras Karnišovas and GM Marc Eversley are still in the process of looking for a head coach, but they’re also poring over film and narrowing down prospects for the draft. Host Jason Goff is joined by Chris Spatola of ESPN and Sirius XM Radio to discuss which players the Bulls should be locking in on with their No. 4 overall pick, and to break down other potential draftees. Later in the pod, they discuss the legacy and care...
Emergency Podcast: The Milwaukee Bucks boycott the NBA playoffs
August 27, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 70.3 MBIn a historic showing, the Milwaukee Bucks players refused to take the court for their Game 5 matchup vs. the Orlando Magic in a strike to draw attention to police brutality and boycott racism after Jacob Blake was shot by Kenosha, Wis. police in front of his children. In an emergency edition of the Bulls Talk Podcast, host Jason Goff is joined by Bulls insider KC Johnson, and Bulls analyst and former NBA player Kendall Gill, as they discuss the NBA players' boycott and the impact i...
Top 5 NBA Draft prospects and possible Bulls targets with Ricky O'Donnell
August 25, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBThe Bulls will be selecting fourth overall in this year's draft, but in a class without a consensus No. 1 pick, anyone projected in the top five could be a target for the team. Who are those targets, and how would they fit on the Bulls? Host Jason Goff and Bulls writer Rob Schaefer are joined by SB Nation's Ricky O'Donnell to discuss the projected top five picks in the NBA Draft. Later on, the crew share some observations from the NBA Playoffs. (1:30) - Who is the best player in th...
Bulls land the No. 4 overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft
August 21, 2020 10:00 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBAfter three years of selecting seventh overall in the NBA draft, the Bulls moved up in 2020 and will pick fourth overall. Host Jason Goff is joined by Kendall Gill and Will Perdue as they discuss the lottery, whether the Bulls should trade their pick or who they should select, if they decide to keep it. Here's to hoping the Bulls won't be in the lottery next year. Later in the podcast, the crew discusses the Bulls coaching search and whether the Bulls should be looking to win now. ...
NBA playoffs begin & Jim Boylen says goodbye to Chicago
August 18, 2020 10:00 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBThe NBA playoffs have begun and we are in for A LOT of great NBA basketball in the bubble. The Bulls Talk podcast crew of Jason Goff, KC Johnson, Rob Schaefer, and Tony Gill discuss their favorite 1st round matchups of the playoffs and what they are looking to see in an unprecedented year. Later on in the podcast, the group discusses Jim Boylen's response to being fired by the Bulls as he talked with KC Johnson about his tenure as head coach. (1:35) - Will the Bubble have an impa...
Jim Boylen is out as Bulls head coach
August 14, 2020 19:39 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBOnce the regular season ended the official start of the offseason began and the Bulls' first move was to let Jim Boylen go. In an emergency edition of the Bulls Talk Podcast, host Jason Goff is joined by Bulls insider KC Johnson and Bulls beat writer Rob Schaefer as they discuss the decision on Jim Boylen. (1:30) - What led Artūras Karnišovas to the decision to let go Jim Boylen (6:00) - Artūras Karnišovas on having full power to make decisions (16:30) - Potential candidates to r...
Should Damian Lillard be the Bubble MVP?
August 14, 2020 10:00 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBThe regular season games in the NBA Bubble are wrapping up and awards will be given out to the players and coach who performed at their best. Host Jason Goff is joined by Bulls insider KC Johnson and Bulls writer Rob Schaefer to select their picks for MVP, Coach, and All-NBA 1st team of the Bubble. (1:35) - Bubble MVP picks (7:40) - Should Damian Lillard be handed the Bubble MVP (15:00) - NBA Bubble coach (18:00) - Best rookie of the Bubble (24:00) - Should Anthony Davis be ...
Chicago Sky forward Gabby Williams on the WNBA Wubble and social change
August 11, 2020 10:00 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBThe Chicago Sky are dominating in the Wubble on the court but also are doing some great things off the court as well. NBCS Chicago Bulls and hoops writer Rob Schaefer is joined by Chicago Sky forward Gabby Williams to discuss everything that's going on in the WNBA's Wubble as they get through their season and the many social justice initiatives the league and the Sky are pushing to help promote social change. (2:20) - Difficulties of starting the WNBA season when so much has gone ...
Jim Boylen updates and Bulls miss a chance with no 2nd Bubble
August 07, 2020 10:00 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MBHost Jason Goff is joined by Bulls insider KC Johnson, and Rob Schaefer as they provide updates on Jim Boylen's status with the Bulls now that the potential of a second NBA Bubble with the teams that didn't make the 1st one is seemingly out. The crew discusses what not having a second bubble means for the Bulls and the new front office. Later on, they discuss the play of LeBron James and the Lakers and get into the injury of Ben Simmons and how that may shake up the Eastern Conferen...
1st week of the NBA Bubble review
August 04, 2020 05:00 - 52 minutes - 47.8 MBThe NBA has restarted its season officially as the 22 remaining teams play 8 more regular season games and then the playoffs. Jason Goff is joined by KC Johnson and Rob Schaefer to discuss their thoughts about the opening round of regular season games. They also discuss have the Bucks been exposed, what's up with Zion Williamson not playing, and they debate who should have won Coach of the Year. (1:40) - The "Delete Eight" teams are missing valuable time not being in the Bubble ...
Bulls Roster Breakdowns: Why did Lauri Markkanen regress?
July 31, 2020 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBIn the final installment of Roster Breakdowns, the Bulls big men go under the microscope. Jason Goff is joined by Bulls insider KC Johnson, and former Bull's big man and NBCS Chicago Bulls analyst Will Perdue, discuss why Lauri Markkanen dropped in production this year, what kind of player will Wendell Carter be in the NBA, and the contributions made by rookie Daniel Gafford and free agent big Luke Kornet. (1:20) - Lauri Makkanen underwhelmed this year (8:20) - Is Lauri Markkanen...
Does Zach Lavine want out of Chicago?
July 28, 2020 10:00 - 51 minutes - 46.7 MBOver the weekend there were rumors circulating that Bulls star Zach Lavine may want out of Chicago. Jason Goff, Bulls insider KC Johnson, and Bulls reporter Rob Schaefer discuss the validity of the rumors, and what the Bulls front office may have planned. Later on in the pod, the crew discusses Tom Thibodeau signing on to be the next Knicks head coach and the apparent reaction by former NBA player David West that minority coaches aren't getting opportunities, and the crew dives into...
Bonus Episode: Being an in-game host with no fans
July 26, 2020 10:00 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBSpecial guest host Laurence Holmes is in for Jason Goff to find out what being a stadium host is like with no sports going on. Laurence is joined by the Bulls in-game host Justin Roman, and White Sox in-game host Alyssa Bergamini as the discuss the disruption of sports, empty stadiums and arenas across the country, and how they stay prepared when fans are allowed back to watch sports live. (2:55) - Sports are finally back after 4 months (11:15) - Hosting a basketball game vs a bas...
Bulls Roster Breakdowns: Otto Porter Jr. and the forwards
July 24, 2020 10:00 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBIn our roster breakdown for this week, host Jason Goff, Bulls insider KC Johnson, and NBCS Chicago Bulls analyst Will Perdue cover the Bulls forwards. They discuss and debate the play of Thad Young, Otto Porter Jr., and Chandler Hutchison. What will the Bulls do with Otto Porter? Will Bulls look to trade Thad Young? Will Chandler Hutchison be healthy enough to be a future starter? The crew discusses all of that and more on the Bulls Talk Podcast. (1:55) - Did we see enough of Ot...
Why hasn't a decision been made on Jim Boylen
July 21, 2020 10:00 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBDuring the pandemic and now offseason, the Bulls have made major changes in the front office but no change to the coaching staff. Jason Goff and Bulls insider KC Johnson provide updates on the Bulls front office, and discuss why such a long delay on a decision on Jim Boylen. (1:50) Jim Boylen speaks for the 1st time this offseason (8:10) - Should a decision be made right now (14:30) - Is fan anger shifting from Jim Boylen to Arturas Karnisovas (22:15) - Difficulties explaining ...
Bulls roster breakdowns: Zach Lavine, Coby White and the guards
July 17, 2020 10:00 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBThis special edition of the podcast starts a series of roster breakdowns on the 2019-2020 Bulls roster starting with the guards. Host Jason Goff and Bulls insider KC Johnson discuss and breakdown all of the Bulls guards from Zach Lavine to Denzel Valentine, how bright is Coby White's future, and how Kris Dunn changed his narrative with his defensive effort this year. (1:35) - Zach Lavine took his game to another level (12:40) - Coby White kept improving the entire season (20:40...
Keith Smith on the inner workings of the NBA Bubble
July 14, 2020 15:43 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBThe NBA Bubble in Orlando is underway, but how are Disney and the NBA handling the Bubble? Keith Smith of Yahoo Sports, Real GM, and the originator of the idea of the Bubble in Disney World, joins Jason Goff to discuss how the Bubble is functioning, how are the players adapting to their new environment, and what is Disney doing to accommodate. Smith provides all the details you want and need to know about what is going on in Orlando. (5:10) - Coming up with the idea of the Bubble a...
BONUS: Sports Uncovered "I'm Back"
July 10, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBBonus episode of “Sports Uncovered: I'm Back.” The details and telling of what led Michael Jordan to send the greatest 2 word fax of all time and its impact on the NBA and the sporting world from the people that were impacted like Steve Kerr, Ahmad Rashad, and LeBron James. Be sure to subscribe to Sports Uncovered right now to get future episodes of Sports Uncovered automatically downloaded to your device for free: https://art19.com/shows/sports-uncovered See Privacy Policy at http...
Kenny "The Jet" Smith on the NBA restart and virtual basketball training
July 07, 2020 10:00 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBJason Goff is joined by 2-time NBA Champion and TNT NBA analyst Kenny "The Jet" Smith to discuss his new virtual basketball camp, the NBA restart in Orlando, and if players should participate in the restart. (1:24) - What led to starting a virtual basketball camp (5:10) - How does an NBA player prepare himself after not playing for months (9:30) - How can coaches prepare their players in the Bubble (15:22) - The NBA should address social issues (19:18) - Teaching the next gener...
Tom Haberstroh details the NBA Bubble in Orlando
July 03, 2020 10:00 - 49 minutes - 45 MBThe first game in the NBA Bubble in Orlando is scheduled for July 30th for the resumption of the 2019-2020 NBA season. The Bulls Talk crew of Kevin Anderson and Rob Schaefer are joined by NBCS national NBA insider Tom Haberstroh to discuss the details of the NBA Bubble, should the top 4 seeds select their opponent in the playoffs, and Tom shares his thoughts on the Bulls' front office changes. (1:14) - Will the NBA finish the rest of the season (9:11) - How concerned is the NBA w...
Who should win MVP, DPOY, and other NBA awards
June 30, 2020 10:00 - 56 minutes - 52.2 MBTo continue the regular season review, the Bulls talk crew of Kevin Anderson, KC Johnson, Rob Schaefer, and Tony Gill discuss who is the MVP, Defensive player of the Year, Coach of the Year, and other NBA awards. Also, they discuss should the Bulls and other teams not invited to Orlando, plan another way to play games. (2:03) - Arturas Karnisovas wants the Bulls to play games to end the season (10:34) - Candidates and who wins MVP (15:35) - Can Lou Williams win 6th man again? (2...
Should Kris Dunn make an All-Defensive team?
June 26, 2020 10:00 - 54 minutes - 49.7 MBThe season isn't over but there is enough evidence to place who will end up on the list as one of the best defenders of the 2019-2020 season. Is Bull's guard Kris Dunn one of the best 4 defensive guards in the league? Host Jason Goff is joined by KC Johnson, Rob Schaefer, and Tony Gill as they fill out the 10 best defenders in the NBA and decide is Kris Dunn makes the cut. (6:30) - Kris Dunn's name has been floated around nationally as an All-NBA defender (12:00) - Where is Dunn r...
Who won the Jimmy Butler trade and All-NBA team selections
June 23, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 62 MBThe 3 year anniversary of the trade that set the Bulls on the path to rebuild, it's time to review who won the trade. Jamal Collier, Bulls beat writer for the Chicago Tribune, joins the Bulls Talk pod with Kevin Anderson, KC Johnson, and Rob Schaefer to debate the trade. Later in the pod, the crew also selects their 3 All-NBA teams and debate which Bull if any is ready to make a push to be on a All-NBA team. (1:34) - Who is the winner of the Jimmy Butler trade? (7:36) - Why didn...
NBA Champion Avery Johnson on playing in a shortened season
June 19, 2020 10:00 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MBAs the NBA tries to set up a return to play in Orlando, the 22 teams will start strategizing on how to win the championship in a weird tournament setup. NBA Champion Avery Johnson joins host Jason Goff and NBA Champion and NBCS Chicago Bulls analyst Will Perdue, as they discuss how players and teams should prepare when the season starts back up, Avery's thoughts on the modern NBA, and tells stories of his time as a Spur. (4:08) - How should teams deal with the shortened season (11...
Restarting NBA season isn't as easy as it seemed
June 16, 2020 10:00 - 44 minutes - 41 MBJust as it seemed like the NBA was ready to start, the players put a hold on the momentum. Leila Rahimi, Bulls Outsider Big Dave Watson, and Bulls reporter Rob Schaefer discuss how the NBA players are now reviewing the NBA's plans on return to play, their concerns with the state of social justice in America and dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. (6:25) - Thad Young speaks about the social injustice in America (17:57) - Can the NBA hold its title as the most progressive league? (...
Celebrating Derrick Rose week
June 12, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBOn this edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Jason Goff, K.C. Johnson, and Rob Schaefer discuss Derrick Rose's career and importance to not only the Bulls, but the city of Chicago. 1:30 Our first introduction to Derrick Rose 8:50 On the Bulls winning the draft lottery and why taking Rose wasn't a guarantee 12:40 On Rose embracing his Chicago heritage and playing in his hometown 16:05 K.C. Johnson on his relationship with Rose 23:50 Our favorite Derrick Rose moments 29:2...
The importance of music on the NBA and The Last Dance
June 09, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 62.3 MBOn this edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Laurence Holmes, Jason Goff, Chris Tannehill, and Jay ILLa discuss the influence of music on the NBA culture. 0:45 Why we are doing this podcast 2:00 Surprised Jordan wasn’t a huge hip-hop fan? 6:00 Why Jordan is still the most referenced basketball player in rap 10:50 How the Jordan brand is much more than a basketball shoe 14:10 The influence of Nike and Jordan brand on hip-hop culture 19:40 The Last D...
The NBA season is set to return during a trying time
June 05, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 73.4 MBThe NBA season is set to restart and return with 22 teams continuing their seasons for a chance at a playoff spot and a championship. Even though the league has set a schedule the current state of the country is still in flux due to the murder of George Floyd. Host Jason Goff is joined by Rob Schaefer, Tony Gill, Kevin Anderson, and KC Johnson to discuss social justice and police brutality in America, the NBA restarting the season, and what does it mean for the Bulls now that their ...
Behind the scenes look at Sports Uncovered's 'I'm Back'
May 29, 2020 10:00 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MBNBC Sports' Sports Uncovered series began with a bang with the NBCS Chicago team leading the series with the 1st episode "I'm Back'. Host Jason Goff is joined by Bulls insider KC Johnson, and producers of the episode Ryan McGuffey and Tony Gill, to discuss the making of the episode and provide an inside look into Michael Jordan's famous fax. (2:12) - What was discovered in the episode (8:53) - The Last Dance documentary, didn't go over the secret Jordan practices (17:12) - Inter...
90s Bull Scott Williams on The Last Dance and Michael Jordan
May 26, 2020 10:00 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBLeila Rahimi is joined by 3-time NBA champion on the early 90s Bulls, big man Scott Williams and NBCS Chicago Bulls analyst Will Perdue to discuss and tell stories not heard anywhere else about the Bulls and being a teammate of Michael Jordan. They discuss the fiercest rivalries the Bulls had, challenging MJ's tough leadership, and Scott goes into understanding why MJ left the game after losing his father, because Scott lost his parents as well. (1:50) - Scott on his biggest takea...
Marcus Jordan on being the son of MJ
May 22, 2020 10:00 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBIn the Last Dance documentary, we got to see a peek into what being Michael Jordan is like. But what is it like being the son of the most famous athlete in the world? Marcus Jordan goes 1 on 1 with host Jason Goff to discuss everything that comes with being MJ's son. They dive into the Last Dance, who is the greatest player after MJ, and how is he pushing the Jordan brand forward with his own store, The Trophy Room. (2:35) - What is it like being one of Michael Jordan's kids (8:12...
Versus battle: 1991 Bulls vs 1996 Bulls
May 19, 2020 10:00 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MBNow that the Last Dance documentary is over, it is time to debate which Bulls championship team is the best. Host Jason Goff hosts this battle of Bulls champions between the big man on the 1991 Bulls Will Perdue, and Bulls guard off the bench on the 1996 Bulls Randy Brown. Former NBA player Kendall Gill sits as judge as well. Which team do you think is the best? (2:44) - Which Michael Jordan was better? (9:23) - Which 3rd piece was better, Horace Grant or Dennis Rodman? (17:38...
The Last Dance episodes 9 & 10 recap
May 18, 2020 05:42 - 1 hour - 74.5 MBHost Jason Goff is back with the NBCS Chicago Bulls content team of former NBA player Kendall Gill, Bulls insider KC Johnson, and Bulls Outsider Big Dave Watson to recap the final 2 episodes of The Last Dance documentary. They discuss the "Flu game", Steve Kerr's importance, Dennis Rodman leaving to wrestle, and the inside details of what happened after the Bulls won their 6th championship. (3:00) - Michael Jordan firmly believes he would have won a 7th championship (11:00) - Regg...
Neil Funk on calling games during the 1998 Last Dance season
May 15, 2020 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBThe 1998 Last Dance season was a year that has many stories and unique experiences from the people that were involved and around the team and play-by-play voice Neil Funk has his own as well. Filling in for host Jason Goff, NBCS Bulls Insider KC Johnson talks with Funk on that magical 1998 season, his career in broadcasting, and discussing what his final season as the Bulls TV play-by-play voice has been like. (3:00) - Thoughts on the Last Dance (8:40) - The 1998 championship was...
What was it like coaching during the '90s Bulls era
May 14, 2020 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBChicago in the '90s was all about Michael Jordan and the Bulls, so what was it like for the other major teams during that time? Host Laurence Holmes discusses this with four coaches who led teams in the shadow of the Bulls during that time. From the Blackhawks former coach Craig Hartsburg, from the Cubs Jim Riggleman, from the White Sox Gene Lamont, and from the Bears Dave Wannstedt, all come together to discuss one of the most important times in Chicago sports history. (0:43) - Du...
Craig Hodges critiques "The Last Dance"
May 12, 2020 10:00 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MBThe Last Dance documentary is getting praise from every corner of the world, but former Bull and part of 2 championship Bulls teams Craig Hodges critics Michael Jordan's views. In for host Jason Goff, Leila Rahimi discusses with Hodges on why he wasn't a part of the documentary and his issues with what Jordan has said about the Bulls. (1:16) - Some things in the documentary touches a sore spot (3:40) - Hodges' issues with Jordan's comments about the "Traveling cocaine circus" (6:...
The Last Dance episodes 7 & 8 recap
May 11, 2020 06:10 - 1 hour - 75.2 MBThe Bulls content crew for NBCS Chicago of Jason Goff, Kendall Gill, KC Johnson, Will Perdue, and Big Dave Watson are on the pod to discuss seemingly the most raw Michael Jordan we've ever seen. The crew discusses Jordan's many scuffles with teammates, some to the physical level, and truly how bad Jordan wanted to win by any means. (2:06) - Episodes 7 & 8 showed the emotional side of Jordan (12:00) - The abuse Michael put on his teammates (31:08) - Scottie Pippen is not pictured...
David Robinson on the '92 Dream Team and being teammates with Dennis Rodman
May 08, 2020 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBHall of Famer, San Antonio Spurs legend, and Dream Team member David Robinson joins host Jason Goff to discuss all the details from the Last Dance documentary regarding the greatest team ever assembled, what that experience was like, and the controversy of not having Isiah Thomas on the team. They also get into Robinson's relationship with former Spurs teammate Dennis Rodman and why they didn't see eye to eye. (3:18) - Why he chose to go to Navy instead of a basketball college (9:...
Former Bull Jason Caffey on his anxiety while playing with the 90s Bulls
May 05, 2020 10:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBHost Jason Goff is joined by former Bull and NBA Champion Jason Caffey, as they discuss Caffey being a part of those late 90s Bulls teams. Caffey does a deep dive into his mental state during those years and remembers what it was like playing alongside MJ, Scottie, and Rodman. (1:40) - Impressions of the Bulls before he got drafted by the Bulls (7:50) - The most enlightening thing about being a part of greatness (12:50) - What kind of teammate was Michael Jordan (19:20) - Caffey...