Bulls Talk Podcast

The NBA will enforce a more stringent load management policy starting this season. Teams with multiple star players will no longer be allowed to rest them in the same game. How will this impact the NBA moving forward? Will more players get injured? Will careers be shorter? How does this new rule impact the Bulls? K.C. Johnson, Jason Goff and Tony Gill discuss the possible ramifications of the new rule and if there will be a response from the players union. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In a special edition of the Bulls Talk Pod, Tony Gill and Kevin Anderson are joined by Haize from The Bulls Central Podcast, Josh Hicks from The Bigs Media and Jamaal Aflatooni of Bulls Central for an exciting conversation about the upcoming season. The group discusses their biggest concerns for this season and what they look forward to. Later, they discuss if this will or should be the final chance for this group of players to improve. Finally, they question how much of an impact Patrick Williams and Billy Donovan will make this season. 3:33 - Bulls Nation is a special and creative fanbase 9:46 - Biggest concerns heading into this season 21:16 - What is Zach LaVine's responsibility in improving the offense 27:11 - What are you most looking forward to this season? 40:00 - Will this be the final year for this roster? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

According to Hoops Hype, the Bulls are last in the NBA in tradeable assets. Is it true? The Bulls Talk crew of K.C. Johnson, Jason Goff, and Tony Gill discuss the pieces the Bulls have and if they are truly valuable or not. Later in the podcast, the crew discusses Team USA not medaling in the FIBA World Cup and if LeBron James should have also called Zach LaVine to participate in the Paris Olympics next year. 2:45 - Do the Bulls have the worst set of assets in the NBA? 10:33 - The Bulls plan to double down on this roster 13:07 - Can the Bulls sell high on Zach LaVine or temper expectations on what they can get for him? 21:48 - Team USA embarrasses America (Tony Gill rant) 27:25 - Does Zach LaVine deserve to be a part of Team USA in Paris in 2024? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Pulling from Marvel’s “What-If” series, the Bulls Talk podcast discusses the biggest What-If’s in Bulls history. What if MJ never retires? What if Derrick Rose never gets injured? What if the Scottie Pippen trade for Shawn Kemp had gone through? What if the Bulls had gotten the coin flip right in 1979 and drafted Magic Johnson? K.C. Johnson and Kevin Anderson go over all these and more on the Bulls Talk podcast. 3:12 - What if the Bulls won the draft coin toss in 1979 and drafted Magic Johnson No.1 overall? 8:08 - What if the approved trade of Scottie Pippen and Shawn Kemp had gone through in 1994? 11:28 - What if Jay Williams had never gotten on a motorcycle? 15:40 - What if Michael Jordan had never retired after the 1992-93 season? 19:24 - What if Mike D’Antoni had accepted the Bulls job in 2008 instead of Vinny Del Negro? 23:34 - What if Derrick Rose never got hurt? 26:36 - What if LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh joined the Bulls? 28:04 - What if the Bulls go up 3-1 on LeBron James and the Clevland Cavaliers in the 2015 Eastern Conference semifinals? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bulls All-Star DeMar DeRozan is heading into his final year as a Bull and it’s time for fans and the organization to think if DeRozan should return. K.C. Johnson, Tony Gill and Kevin Anderson discuss all the ramifications of re-signing DeRozan and what it means if they choose not to keep him. The crew also breaks down realistic goals for this core and when should the Bulls think about dismantling this roster iteration. 4:30 - What were the initial reactions to DeMar DeRozan signing with the Bulls 15:49 - What is the relationship like between DeRozan and LaVine? 23:40 - The Bulls cannot pay for past performances 37:48 - How would you describe this current era of Bulls basketball? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In a jam-packed episode of the Bulls Talk Podcast, K.C. Johnson, Will Perdue, Jason Goff and Tony Gill discuss comments made by Nikola Vučević to Yahoo Sports' Jake Fischer, saying that this may be the final year the Big 3 of DeMar DeRozan, Zach LaVine and Nikola Vučević. "We know it's kind of our last chance as this core of guys to do something". Will the Bulls be able to capitalize if this is their final year together? What will it take from the players and Billy Donovan to make this work? Is it too late? The crew discusses all of this on this edition of the Bulls Talk Podcast! 5:10 - Nikola Vučević discusses his thoughts on the importance of losing Lonzo Ball and saying this might be the last year for this core 13:30 - Will the Bulls find a leader/floor general to do what Lonzo does? 22:36 - Will someone step up and enforce a change of play on the Bulls 38:05 - In a contract year, will DeMar DeRozan take a step back offensively to improve team play? 46:05 - Does Billy Donovan have to command the Bulls locker room better? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

One of the first signings the Bulls made this offseason was Milwaukee Bucks guard Jevon Carter. Carter shot 40 percent from 3-point range, is durable, and has a defensive-minded style of play. Jim Owczarski from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel joins K.C. Johnson and Tony Gill to discuss if Carter will fit what the Bulls are trying to build. They also discuss Bucks new head coach, former Bulls' assistant Adrian Griffin, and the expectations for him heading into his first season as a head coach. 3:30 - What impact did Jevon Carter have on the Bucks last year? 10:40 - Is Adrian Griffin under pressure to win a championship in his first year as a head coach? 22:20 - Outside view of the roster and how the Bulls are improving the team? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Now that the schedule has been released, media and fans are predicting how the Bulls will perform. Will they improve? Will they disappoint? K.C. Johnson and Tony Gill discuss ESPN's prediction that the Bulls will not finish in the top 10 in the Eastern Conference. They also discuss how much Jevon Carter and Torrey Craig will impact the Bulls this year. Later, discuss the Bulls' on-court leadership and debate whether it will improve. Finally, in honor of Kobe Bryant Day (8/24), they talk about his everlasting impact on the NBA. 2:26 - Will the Bulls finish outside the top 10 in the Eastern Conference? 15:26 - Will Jevon Carter and Torrey Craig be the vocal leaders on this team? 25:00 - Remembering Kobe Bryant on Kobe Day (8/24) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bulls point guard Lonzo Ball went on the “From the Point by Trae Young” podcast and discussed in his own words his career with the Bulls so far—from feeling like this was the perfect situation for him to dealing with injuries that have plagued him for three seasons. The Bulls Talk crew of K.C. Johnson, Jason Goff, Tony Gill, and guest Kevin “Bulldog” Anderson react to the comments made by Ball and discuss how the Bulls have been trying to fill his void. They also break down who they think is the most important Bull and debate who is the greatest point guard ever. 4:40 - New Media in the NBA. Players starting their own podcasts 16:06 - REACTION to Lonzo Ball's comments on his Bulls career 32:43 - Who is the Bulls player they can least afford to lose? 46:23 - Who is the greatest point guard ever? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Bulls Talk Podcast is on the road as they go LIVE from Bulls Fest. Bulls GM Marc Eversley joins K.C. Johnson, Jason Goff and Tony Gill to discuss the new acquisitions of Jevon Carter and Torrey Craig and why the Bulls wanted to keep Nikola Vučević, Ayo Dosunmu and Coby White. Eversley also shares his thoughts on DeMar DeRozan as his deal with the Bulls nears its end. Later, Torrey Craig joins the podcast to break down why he wanted to come to Chicago. Craig also talks about being cited by DeRozan as one of the best defenders DeRozan has faced! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Pau Gasol and Dwyane Wade are officially in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. On this episode of the Bulls Talk Podcast, K.C Johnson, Jason Goff and Tony Gill discuss the ceremony and share their thoughts on the class and the speeches from the inductees. They also discuss the careers of former Bulls, Gasol and Wade, and their tenures in Chicago. Later, they break down what really happened in the summer of 2010 when the Bulls were extremely close to signing LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh. 6:18 - What is the trade package for James Harden 11:26 - Reactions to the 2023 Basketball Hall of Fame class 23:26 - Pau Gasol's career as a Bull 31:05 - The summer of Wade, Bosh, and LeBron See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this edition of the Bulls Talk Pod, K.C. Johnson and Tony Gill discuss the top three things they are looking forward to this season from the Bulls. They discuss Patrick Williams’ growth and if there be changes in Billy Donovan’s offensive philosophy. Later, they discuss how impactful new Bulls Javon Carter and Torrey Craig will be and if the Bulls and fans will fully embrace Zach LaVine, and a lot more. 1:48 - Will Billy Donovan be able to fix the Bulls’ Big 3 on offense? 7:50 - Will Coby White be a starter or 6th man? 17:20 - Will Patrick Williams be an impact player this year 19:40 - Will the Bulls and fans fully embrace Zach LaVine this year? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Jason Goff and Tony Gill discussed their top three concerns for the Bulls this season. They talk about the injury bug that plagued the team last year and discuss if the issues would continue. Later they discuss if the Big 3 of Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan, and Nikola Vučević will be better and if there should be concern over the Bulls' future after this season. Finally, the guys announce a special appearance that’s happening this month! 3:47 - Will the Bulls' offense work this year? 8:40 - Will the injury luck run out on the Bulls? Will Patrick Williams step up this year? 22:45 - SPECIAL SURPRISE FOR BULLS TALK FANS 23:56 - Will the Bulls be the same team they were last year? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the second mailbag episode, K.C. Johnson and Tony Gill discuss who was the best Bulls free agent in the last 30 years. Should Billy Donovan use a heavy staggered minutes system for the Big 3 to avoid issues with the offense? Are the Bulls are looking to re-sign DeMar DeRozan? 1:52 - Are Artūras Karnišovas and Marc Eversley looking to re-sign DeMar DeRozan? 9:30 - Will the Bulls pivot if the team is below .500 at the deadline, or if things are going well, will they add at the deadline? 16:25 - Should Billy Donovan stagger the Big 3 due to last year’s poor offensive output? 22:28 - Best Bulls free agent in the last 30 years See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the first part of a two-part mailbag series, K.C. Johnson and Tony Gill answer your questions about the Bulls. Will the Bulls make another first-round exit? Will they even make the playoffs? Why haven’t the Bulls been aggressive to get over the luxury tax? The guys answer all that and more. 1:50 - What is the ceiling for this team with the same Big 3 5:22 - Is this the end all be all for this team if they miss the playoffs? 10:50 - Why don't the Bulls go into the luxury tax? 18:10 - What will the Bulls do at the trade deadline if the season is going well and what will they do if it's not going well? 25:00 - Who will be the last player to fill out the roster? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Chicago Bulls and Ayo Dosunmu have agreed to a three-year, $21 million dollar deal. But there are questions. Where will he play in an already packed guard rotation? Will they trade him? K.C. Johnson and Tony Gill break down the signing and how they think the Bulls will use him and if he will be a tradeable asset down the road. Later in the pod, the crew discusses Summer League fan favorite Javon Freeman-Liberty not signing with the Bulls but with the Toronto Raptors. They analyze why the Bulls didn’t sign Freeman-Liberty and if the Bulls erred by not finding a spot for him. 3:00 - Bulls sign Ayo Dosunmu. What will be his role? 10:43 - Dosumu will have to fight for minutes this year 14:00 - Will Javon Freeman-Liberty be the next Spencer Dinwiddie? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Big man Christian Wood has become a hot topic for Bulls fandom this offseason, and it makes sense. The Bulls need bigs and shooting; Wood does both. We know fans are interested but are the Bulls? K.C. Johnson and Tony Gill discuss if the Bulls are interested in the free-agent center and, if they are, how he would fit with this team. Later, they discuss if Ayo Dosunmu will be with the Bulls long-term. 1:23 - Is there interest from the Bulls in Christian Wood? 14:20 - Will Ayo Dosunmu return to the Bulls? 19:42 - What will be the Bulls starting rotation this year? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Bulls Summer League season is over. What did you learn about Dalen Terry and rookie Julian Phillips? On today's edition of the Bulls Talk Podcast, K.C. Johnson, Jason Goff and Tony Gill review everything they learned about the Bulls Summer League, Dalen Terry and Julian Phillips. They also discuss what the Bulls will need from Terry and Phillips and if they will be rotational players this season. Later in the pod, the guys break down what is going on with Ayo Dosunmu's contract and if he will return to the Bulls this year. 3:25 - Did the Miami Heat make Summer League more important with finding undrafted talent? 8:55 - Dalen Terry Summer League breakdown 15:30 - Julian Phillips Summer League review 21:00 - Who impressed you the most at Summer League? 29:40 - Ayo Dosunmu contract status breakdown. Does he still fit with the Bulls? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hall of Fame point guard and legendary Detroit Piston Isiah Thomas is known in Chicago for his fierce competitiveness and bitter rivalry against Michael Jordan and the Bulls in the late 80s and early 90s. But he is also a son of the city and the way he played was unapologetically Chicago. Thomas joins Tony Gill on the Bulls Talk podcast to discuss his collaboration with Mitchell & Ness, the “OG Bad Boy Collection”. He discusses the meaning behind the “Bad Boy” moniker, his battles with the Lakers, the Celtics and the Bulls, whether he was misunderstood as a player, his connection to Chicago and his impact on future generations of point guards. 3:52 - Why is the "Bad Boy" monicker so important 7:50 - Issues with people not liking the "Bad Boy" style of basketball 13:46 - Thomas discusses his connection to Chicago 19:30 - Thomas on his battles with the Bulls and Chicago 25:00 - Did the small point guard revolution start with Thomas? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Chicago Bulls Summer League team now has two games under their belt. The two names of note are 2022 first-round pick Dalen Terry and rookie second-round pick Julian Phillips. K.C. Johnson, Jason Goff, and Tony Gill break down the Summer League games and discuss their takeaways from Dalen Terry and Julian Phillips' performances. Later, they give their honest feelings about the NBA's newest venture, the In-Season Tournament. They talked about what it is and what fans can expect from it. Finally, K.C. Johnson gives an update on the Bulls' free agency.3:00 - First impressions of Dalen Terry and Julian Phillips 9:25 - How should bulls Fans watch Summer League games 19:00 - Is the new NBA In-Season Tournament going to help the league? 32:33 - Bulls free agency update See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.