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The CHGO Bulls crew are joined by NBA analyst and former NBA player Tim Legler to discuss all things Chicago Bulls! Legler, who co-hosts the ALL NBA Podcast for ALLCITY Network, joins Peck and Big Dave to offer his thoughts on the Bulls new-look offense, the potential of Josh Giddey as a foundational piece, Zach LaVine’s current league value and more! He also shares a great story about playing against Michael Jordan in the playoffs. Peck, Big Dave and Gottlieb also discuss the strong impact of Nikola Vucevic through the Bulls’ first seven games, and look at some head-scratching teams in the early NBA standings.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 135-126 loss to the Utah Jazz on Monday night. The Bulls gave up the most points to any opponent thus far this season to a Jazz team that came into tonight averaging a league-worst 99.8 points per game. Matt, Big Dave and Will Perdue discuss the factors that led to the Bulls giving up a game to the previously winless Jazz missing both Lauri Markkanen and Jordan Clarkson. Will Gottlieb joins from the United Center to offer his thoughts on the game and insights from the Postgame locker room.

The CHGO Bulls crew reacts to the Bulls' 120-112 loss vs the Nets. Big Dave and Will Gottlieb into their style of offense, the latest milestones for Zach LaVine and Coby White, and how the game plan should've been different against the Brooklyn Nets. Also, do Chicago Bulls fans need to be more objective about Nikola Vucevic? Join the CHGO Bulls crew to find out.

The CHGO Bulls crew are joined by the host of the Above The Rim Podcast JusBlaze. We talk the unlikely 3-2 start for the Bulls, what's been the most surprising thing about how they have played and we look forward to Friday nights matchup with the Brooklyn Nets. Join Big Dave and Will Gottlieb with all the insider info on Zach LaVine’s latest injury and much more.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 102-99 win over the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night. The Bulls stormed back from a 20-point first half deficit, thanks in large part to a barrage of three-pointers in the third quarter. Then, neither team managed a single field goal for the first six minutes of the fourth! Peck, Big Dave and Will Perdue analyze this roller-coaster of a game, highlighting play from Josh Giddey, Nikola Vucevic and Ayo Dosunmu. Will Gottlieb joins from the United Center to offer his thoughts on the game and insights from the Postgame locker room. Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night!

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss the impressive start of Zach LaVine in his first four games for the Chicago Bulls this season. LaVine is averaging 26 points per game on very efficient shooting. But he’s also getting good looks at three-pointers by playing and moving off the ball more. Plus, the presence of new teammate Josh Giddey and the return of Lonzo Ball have increased LaVine’s cuts to the basket for easy buckets. Peck, Big Dave and Gottlieb analyze the new-look LaVine and the possible impact of his trade market. The guys also review some of Arturas Karnisovas’ comments about Bulls rookie Matas Buzelis. Plus, they take a look at some leading headlines around the NBA after the first week of the season.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 126-123 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday night. The Bulls trailed the entire game until a Zach LaVine three midway through the 4th quarter. But the comeback started with a youth-heavy lineup bridging the 3rd and 4th quarters. Peck, Big Dave & Will discuss the significance of the win, and the team's second barrage of three-pointers in their first four games. Plus, Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night!

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 114-95 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in their home opener on Saturday night. The Bulls appeared to have weights on their ankles on the second night of a back-to-back, and the turnover problems from the Pelicans loss reappeared in full force. Zach LaVine had a rough night, but no one in a Bulls jersey could buy a bucket. Matt, Big Dave & Will Perdue analyze what went wrong, and whether the fast-paced offense and conditioning will clash this season. Will Gottlieb joins from the United Center to offer his thoughts on the game and insights from the Postgame locker room.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 123-111 win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday night. Coby White exploded for 35 points, while Zach LaVine and Nikola Vucevic both chipped in 20+. Peck, Big Dave & Will Perdue discuss the Bulls' hot shooting night and faster offense. Plus, Patrick Williams showed signs of life after his dud in New Orleans. Will Gottlieb joins from Fiserv Forum to provide his insider info.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 123-111 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans in their regular season opener on Wednesday night. Zach LaVine started hot, but cooled off. Turnovers were a big problem, and what happened in that third quarter?? Peck, Big Dave & Will Perdue dissect the loss. Will Gottlieb joins from New Orleans to provide his insider info.

The CHGO Bulls crew preview the 2024-25 Chicago Bulls season on the eve of their opening night game vs the New Orleans Pelicans! Matt, Big Dave, Will Gottlieb and Will Perdue answer big questions like what would define a successful season, along with their biggest concerns and boldest takes. They also make predictions for the Bulls’ record and where the team will finish in the Eastern Conference. Plus, who are they picking to win the NBA’s regular season awards, who will face off in the Finals, and which team will be crowned as the 2025 champions?

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss the consequences of the Chicago Bulls not signing Josh Giddey to a rookie contract extension by Monday’s deadline. With Giddey’s representatives unable to come to terms on a deal with Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley, how are the stakes for the upcoming season elevated? What are some reasonable or comparable contracts of other players in Giddey’s tier in the NBA? How could different ranges of a new Giddey contract next summer impact the team’s cap flexibility and larger plans? Matt Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb break it all down. Plus, the guys react to Talen Horton-Tucker earning the Bulls’ final roster spot and rookie Matas Buzelis signing with Reebok.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 139-137 overtime win over the Cleveland Cavaliers in their preseason finale on Friday night. All five Bulls starters scored in double figures, including a solid night from Ayo Dosunmu in his return from a two-game absence. Matt and Big Dave discuss the preseason highlights, including the successful return of Lonzo Ball. Will joins the guys from the United Center to offer his thoughts on the game and insights from the postgame locker room. Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night.

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss new reports that Sacramento Kings and Los Angeles Lakers are interested in trading for Chicago Bulls star Zach LaVine. Both teams have shown interest in LaVine before, but will either team bite the bullet of Zach’s contract to beef up their offense for the season ahead and a playoff run? Matt, Big Dave and Will break down the likelihood of each trade and possible pieces involved. Plus, the guys react to the Bulls waiving Onuralp Bitim and Kenny Lofton Jr. Does Talen Horton-Tucker have the final roster spot locked up? Find out with the CHGO Bulls Podcast crew.

Lonzo Ball returned to the court for the first time in two years and tallied 10 points, one assist, one board and one block. The Bulls escaped with a win, but the Timberwolves made it close. One more preseason game Friday and then the real thing begins. Join Matt, Big Dave, Will Perdue and Will Gottlieb as they break down preseason game number three.

The CHGO Bulls crew dive into an exclusive interview Josh Giddey gave to Will Gottlieb before the Chicago Bulls game vs the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday. In the interview, Giddey analyzed how the Thunder - and his role within the team - changed so rapidly during his final season in OKC. Giddey was very candid about how difficult the process was for him, calling it a career “low point.” But his time spent with the Australian national team this summer, and a fresh start with the Bulls, has rejuvenated his confidence. Matt and Will also discuss Billy Donovan’s comments following the Bucks game about the Bulls’ forward rotation, and how to juggle minutes for Patrick Williams, Julian Phillips and Matas Buzelis this season.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls [final score/result] the Milwaukee Bucks in preseason action on Monday night. Billy Donovan rested his entire projected starting lineup, except for Josh Giddey. Giddey found his stroke behind the three-point line, but it was the aggression of Bulls rookie Matas Buzelis that really stood out. Matt Peck, Will Perdue and Will Gottlieb give Bulls fans all the analysis and hear Bulls fans' thoughts in CHGO Bulls Postgame!

Chicago Bulls star Zach LaVine was dominant in his limited time on the floor in the preseason matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies. Matt and old friend Mark K are joined live from the United Center by Will Gottlieb to break it all down on the postgame edition of the CHGO Bulls Podcast.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the latest updates from Bulls team practice on Thursday. Following their preseason opening win in Cleveland, the team returned home for another training camp practice ahead of their matchup with Memphis on Saturday. Bulls coach Billy Donovan said after practice that Lonzo Ball is not expected to play on Saturday, despite being a full participant in practice yet again. What is the team’s strategy here? Will they sit Lonzo for all preseason games? Matt and Will also field preseason questions from Bulls fans in the Diehard Discord.

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss Jonathan Givony’s fresh Top 100 for the 2025 NBA Draft class, which has Duke’s Cooper Flagg ranked #1. Flagg has been the consensus number one for awhile, despite being a 17-years-old freshman at Duke. Is he the prospect with superstar potential the Bulls desperately need? ESPN’s first BPI rankings of the season dropped and the Bulls are surprisingly projected for 38 wins. Is the projection higher than it should be given the roster changes? Or are the Bulls going to be better than most expect? If they are that good, does that risk the chance of drafting Flagg or another high lottery pick? Matt and Will break it down on this edition of the CHGO Bulls Podcast.