Bulls Hq

On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Jacob Kniffen, co-host of The Uncontested, an Oklahoma City Thunder podcast. In order to learn more about the Chicago Bulls' new head coach, Billy Donovan, Mark seeks out the opinion on all things Donovan from Jacob, who covered the Thunder and Donovan over the last five years. On the show, Jacob offers his high level thoughts about Donovan during his five-year run in OKC, how the new Bulls coach structured his offense and defense, how he was able to adjust to a constant reshaping of the Thunder roster, what his strengths and weaknesses as coach are, how he will fit with the Bulls, why the Bulls should consider trading for Chris Paul, and so much more.   Thanks to our partners Indeed and Bet Online.  Try Indeed out for a free $75 dollar credit at Indeed.com/BLUEWIRE.  Go to BetOnline.ag and use the promo code BLUEWIRE to get a welcome bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad

On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is back again this week to offer up his immediate, rambling thoughts on the Bulls hiring former OKC Thunder coach Billy Donovan to be the team's next head coach.  On the show, Mark details why this hire was the right decision, why it it's the right hire at the right time, how important it is for this roster to have an experienced head coach, and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Corey Tulaba (@hardwoodherald) to dive deep into two possible draft candidates: forward Deni Avdija and guard Killian Hayes. On the show, Mark and Corey evaluate the strength, weaknesses, and fit of both Deni Avdija and Killian Hayes should either be drafted the Bulls, which current NBA player is the best comparison for both prospects, who the Bulls should take if both are available to the Bulls at No. 4, what the backup plan should be if both are selected in the top three, plus a heap more.   Thanks to our partners Indeed and Bet Online.  Try Indeed out for a free $75 dollar credit at Indeed.com/BLUEWIRE.  Go to BetOnline.ag and use the promo code BLUEWIRE to get a welcome bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by podcaster, writer, and long-time friend of the show, Morten Jensen (@msjnba) to discuss the high-level, strategic approach the Bulls should take into the 2020 NBA Draft. Discussed in detail, Mark and Morten ponder the legitimacy of a 'best player approach' if said player is a traditional big man; whether the Bulls are actually in a good position with the No. 4 pick; if there's more validity in trading up, down, or out of the No. 4 position; if it makes any sense to trade Lauri Markkanen at the draft for a smaller, more versatile combo forward.  Also on the show, some a conversation on the coaching search now that former OKC Thunder coach Billy Donovan has been linked to the Bulls head coaching position, and why a coach like Donovan makes more sense for the Bulls than other first-time candidates.   Thanks to our partners Indeed and Bet Online.  Try Indeed out for a free $75 dollar credit at Indeed.com/BLUEWIRE.  Go to BetOnline.ag and

On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) goes through his mailbag to answer the listeners questions. Topics and questions discussed in this mailbag: Mark gives his thoughts on the Bulls' coaching search, the names connected to the job and what type of coach should land the job Whether the Bulls should considering trading up, down or out of the draft The current state of the team, its players, and if a winning season is around the corner Which team and players have been the most impressive team in the playoffs and; Why Mark is such a pessimistic Bulls fan!   Thanks to our partners DoorDash, NFL Sunday Ticket and BetOnline. Download the DoorDash app and use promo code BLUEWIRE to get $5 off and no delivery fees on your first order of $15 or more. Visit NFLSundayTicket.TV and get 15% off your subscription when you use the promo code BLUEWIRE. Go to BetOnline.ag and use the promo code BLUEWIRE to get a welcome bonus.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Le

A special edition of BullsHQ this week.  For those who happened to miss out on our very first live watch party from the NBA Draft Lottery, you can catch the recording in audio format here.  Listen in as Fred and myself bumble our way through managing how to use Periscope technology, our live reactions as the Bulls jump up to the No. 4 pick, plus some chatter about who the Bulls may go after in the draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

See Red Fred aka. Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred) sits down and chats with NBCS Chicago reporter Rob Schaefer about the upcoming NBA draft, which prospects most appeal to Rob for the Bulls, plus so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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On a new episode of BullsHQ, hosts Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) and Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred) are back from their hiatus to whine about Jim Boylen still being coach of the Bulls, how the narrative around his position is beginning to suggest he may be back next season, while also going over the news surrounding the New York Knicks hiring former Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau.   Go to Dealdash.fm/BULLSHQ to get an extra 100 free bids upon signup. Go to BetOnline.ag and use promo code BLUEWIRE to get a welcome bonus on your first deposit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On a new episode of BullsHQ, hosts Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) and Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred) get together to go over the final two episodes of The Last Dance. On the show, Mark and Fred share the feeling both had once the docu-series concluded, how Bulls fans should be extremely angry at Jerry Reinsdorf for not doing more to keep Jordan and the team together, other notable omissions that didn't make the show, how Jordan's teammates will be feeling about their portrayal through the episodes, and so much more.   Thanks to our partners BetOnline.ag and Blue Chew.  Go to BetOnline.ag and use promo code BLUEWIRE to get a welcome bonus on your first deposit. Visit BlueChew.com and get your first order free when you use promo code Bluewire. Just pay $5 shipping.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fred Pfeiffer aka See Red Fred (@cbefred), co-host of BullsHQ, recently sat down with the great Darnell Mayberry (@DarnellMayberry) of the Athletic, on his podcast, Chicago Bullseye. Part one of their discussion can be found on the Chicago Bullseye feed, where they discuss the current day Bulls, including topics on the future of Jim Boylen, the most integral member of the 'core four', and much more. Tune in here: http://chicagobullseye.com/chicago-bullseye-448-the-darnell-mayberry-interview-part-1/ Part two of Fred's interview with Darnell gets into past iteration of our Beloved Bull. They discuss Darnell's favourable position on former coach Tom Thibodeau, before closing the show with some The Last Dance talk.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On a new episode of BullsHQ, hosts Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) and Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred) offer up their thoughts on the latest instalments of The Last Dance docu-series.  Mark and Fred dive into episodes mystique of Jordan and his relentless pursuit of winning, the impact that had on his public persona, the relationship Jordan had with teammates, if the documentary is what it expected it to be, if certain Bulls have been perceived in the correct light through the series, and so much more.   Thanks to our partners BetOnline.ag and Blue Chew.  Go to BetOnline.ag and use promo code BLUEWIRE to get a welcome bonus on your first deposit. Visit BlueChew.com and get your first order free when you use promo code Bluewire. Just pay $5 shipping.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On a new episode of BullsHQ, hosts Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) and Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred) share their thoughts on new Bulls general manager after hearing what he had to say during his introductory press conference. From there, Mark and Fred dive into episodes V and VI of The Last Dance, discussing the rise of Michael Jordan as a global and cultural icon, the 'gambling problem', the Bulls' championships in '92 and '93, the iconic Dream Team practices, Toni Kukoc's initiation at the '92 Olympics, and so much more.   Thanks to our partners BetOnline.ag and Blue Chew.  Go to BetOnline.ag and use promo code BLUEWIRE to get a welcome bonus on your first deposit. Visit BlueChew.com and get your first order free when you use promo code Bluewire. Just pay $5 shipping.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On a new episode of BullsHQ, hosts Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) and Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred) react to the hiring of Sixers executive Marc Eversley becoming the team's new general manager under VP of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas.  On the show, Mark and Fred share their initial thoughts on Eversley, whether he was the right hire, how he will work with Karnisovas, and what comes next for the newly-formed Bulls front office. From there, Mark and Fred dive into episodes III and IV of The Last Dance, discussing the coaching change from Doug Collins to Phil Jackson, the loathsome Bad Boys era of Pistons basketball, whether Scottie Pippen choked in the 1990 playoffs, the Dennis Rodman experience, and so much more.   Thanks to our partner BetOnline.ag. Go to BetOnline.ag and use promo code BLUEWIRE to get a welcome bonus on your first deposit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On a new episode of BullsHQ, hosts Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) and Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred) share their thoughts after watching -- and rewatching --  the first two episodes of The Last Dance. On the show, Mark and Fred discuss their varying experience in consuming the Dynasty during the 90s, how we should remember the legacy of general manager Jerry Krause, whether Krause or owner Jerry Reinsdorf deserves more blame for the second 3-peat ending in 1998, the details within Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen's contract, possible what-ifs had the Bulls traded Pippen and entered into a rebuild much sooner, and so much more.    Thanks to our partner BetOnline.ag. Go to BetOnline.ag and use promo code BLUEWIRE to get a welcome bonus on your first deposit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On a new episode of BullsHQ, hosts Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) and Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred) are joined by T.J. McBride (@TJMcBrideNBA) of Mile High Sports to discuss the hiring of Arturas Karnisovas as Bulls vice president of basketball operations. Covering the Nuggets as a beat writer for the last several seasons, McBride has a wealth of experience covering the Nuggets and conversing with Karnisovas, making him the perfect person to help breakdown who Arturas Karnisovas is, what Bulls fans should expect from Karnisovas as a person and executive, his best moves as general manager with the Nuggets were, the type of game style and player he likes to recruit, the Nuggets pushing for Karnisovas to land the job with Chicago, who we should expect Karnisovas to bring with him to the Bulls, and so much more.   Thank you to this weeks sponsors, Bet Online.  Head over to BetOnline.ag and use our promo code BLUEWIRE to receive your Welcome Bonus on your First Deposit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi

On a new episode of BullsHQ, hosts Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) and Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred) are  back to discuss our Beloved Bull.  On the show, Mark and Fred try to survive a global pandemic by senselessly arguing about the most overrated players to ever wear a Bulls jersey. The pair also discuss the greatest singular on-court moment in recent Bulls history. Finally, things get off topic in another episode of Bullshite, where Mark and Fred disclose the first half of their top-10 bands and artists of all time.   Thank you to this weeks sponsors, Bet Online.  Head over to BetOnline.ag and use our promo code BLUEWIRE to receive your 100% Welcome Bonus on your First Deposit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On a new episode of BullsHQ, hosts Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) and Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred) try to make sense of the evolving COVID-19 pandemic that has put the world on pause, including the 2019-20 NBA season. With the NBA season suspended until further notice, Mark and Fred wonder if this is the last we've seen of the Bulls this season, and if so, what does this mean going forward? Do we have enough information to evaluate the young core as a collective? Have we seen enough of Zach LaVine and Coby White together to know how that impacts any draft and free agent decisions? Will potentially losing the final 17 games of the season alter any of the proposed changes that may occur with the front office and coaching staff?  For that and more, tune into BullsHQ.    Thank you to this weeks sponsors, Bet Online.  Head over to BetOnline.ag and use our promo code BLUEWIRE to receive your 50% Welcome Bonus on your First Deposit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your

On a new episode of BullsHQ, hosts Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) and Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred) go over a huge week in Chicago Bulls news, reports and game action.  First up, the hosts talk about Coby White's unbelievable recent play continuing for yet another week, before moving onto a glaring reflection on the disappoint we all should have of Lauri Markkanen's season, even after  returning from injury and hoping for a larger role on offense over the final weeks of the season. From there, Mark and Fred discuss the reports of Wendell Carter wanting to play power forward, Jim Boylen falling out with Doug Collins, John Paxson's continued support of Boylen's coaching and development of the roster, the Nets firing Kenny Atkinson and if he should be on the Bulls' shortlist for their next coach, the Clippers wanting to sign Kris Dunn in the offseason, Joakim Noah's return the NBA, and so much more.   Thank you to this weeks sponsors, Bet Online and Untuckit.  Head over to BetOnline.ag and use our promo code BLUEWIRE t

On a new episode of BullsHQ, hosts Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) and Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred) go over the Chicago Bulls' most recent loss to the New York Knicks, whether the Bulls are making the right decision by not starting Coby White, if there's anything good left to be learned about the Bulls over the remaining 22 games of the season, the best albums of 1991, and heap more.  Thank you to this weeks sponsor, Bet Online.  Head over to BetOnline.ag and use our promo code BLUEWIRE to receive your 50% Welcome Bonus on your First Deposit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices