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The CHGO Bulls crew discuss the recent increased role for Chicago Bulls rookie Matas Buzelis. The #11 overall pick is starting to see significant minutes in the wake of the Zach LaVine trade, and is currently preparing for the big stage of All Star Weekend as a participant in the Slam Dunk Contest. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb consider the possibility of Buzelis making a late push for the NBA’s Rookie of the Year award.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls _ loss to Jimmy Butler and the Golden State Warriors on Saturday night. The Bulls led by 24 midway through the third quarter before Steph Curry went off, scoring 24 of his 34 points in that frame. Peck and Big Dave discuss the first look at new Bulls Kevin Huerter and Tre Jones, plus our first look at Butler in his Warriors debut. On the bright side, Coby White's hot streak continued, and Matas Buzelis maintained his aggressive play in another start.

The CHGO Bulls crew react to the press conference of Chicago Bulls VP Arturas Karnisovas following the NBA Trade Deadline passing on Thursday. Peck, Big Dave and Will Perdue try to make sense of some of AK's explanations: the return in the Zach LaVine trade, why they didn't make any other trades, re-signing Lonzo Ball, and what the plans are moving forward. We also have a new AK slogan: "The next 30 games"!

The CHGO Bulls crew are LIVE for the final countdown until the NBA Trade Deadline! Peck and Big Dave react to the last deals to go down around the league, and the (in)activity from Arturas Karnisovas of the Chicago Bulls. Will a last-second deal materialize for Nikola Vucevic or Coby White? If it was just the Zach LaVine trade and re-signing Lonzo Ball, was that enough steps that needed to be done at this point to keep the team steered in the right direction? What reported trade discussions with several teams fell through, and why?

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves - and big Lonzo Ball news - on Wednesday night. Peck, Big Dave and guest co-host Drew Stevens first discuss the Bulls re-signing Ball on a 2 year, $20 million contract, news that broke while the Bulls were playing. Is this a savvy move by the Bulls, or a risky one? The guys also analyze the showing from Matas Buzelis in his first career NBA start. Was this the first of many over the final 30 games of the season? And of course, reaction to Jimmy Butler going to the Golden State Warriors!

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 133-124 win over the Miami Heat on Tuesday night. Matas Buzelis saw a career-high number of minutes in the team's first game since the Zach LaVine trade. And guess what? Career-high 24 points! Oh, and he went 10-10 from the field. Peck, Big Dave and Will Perdue discuss what this statement game means for the rookie and the team moving forward. Plus, new reporting during the game on the trade markets of Nikola Vucevic and Lonzo Ball. Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night!

The CHGO Bulls crew continue analyzing the trade that sent two-time All Star Zach LaVine from the Chicago Bulls to the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night. They’re also joined by Matt George of ABC10 Sacramento and Locked On Kings to get the Kings’ side of the trade analysis. Plus, Peck and Big Dave discuss the latest rumors and reports regarding other Bulls trade candidates including Nikola Vucevic. And which second round picks went where in the three-team trade? Which one did the Bulls send away?

The CHGO Bulls crew react to the breaking news that the Chicago Bulls have traded former All Star guard Zach LaVine to the Sacramento Kings. It's Emergency Pod time, Bulls Nation!

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 127-119 loss to the Detroit Pistons on Sunday afternoon. This game had a familiar script, with Detroit dominating the Bulls in the paint and capitalizing off numerous Bulls turnovers. Peck and Big Dave discuss the Pistons' physically dictating the game. Nikola Vucevic struggled to contain Jalen Duren, but managed a triple double despite only taking ten shots. The guys also react to the Luka Doncic for Anthony Davis trade that shook the NBA world late on Saturday night. How could this trade possibly affect the Bulls' trade deadline negotiations across the league?

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 122-106win over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night. Coby White looked strong in his second game back from the ankle bone bruise injury, pacing the Bulls with 25 points. Peck and Big Dave discuss the balanced offense, including big contributions from the bench. Matas Buzelis is thriving with his increased minutes, and Patrick Williams appears to be more comfortable and effective in his bench role. Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night!

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 122-100 loss to the Boston Celtics on Wednesday night. Kristaps Porzingis tied a career-high with 8 made three-pointers, and the Bulls offense couldn't keep up in the second half. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss the slow start and recovery of Coby White in his first game back. Plus, Patrick Williams played his second solid game since moving to the bench. Is this the best option for Pat long-term? The guys also review the latest reports from The Athletic on the Warriors' interest in both Zach LaVine and Nikola Vucevic.

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss the latest NBA trade reports and rumors connected to Chicago Bulls veterans Zach LaVine, Nikola Vucevic and Lonzo Ball. First, the guys are joined by PHNX Suns reporter Gerald Bourguet to get his intel on the Bradley Beal situation. Will Beal hold firm on his no-trade clause? Are the Suns interested in LaVine as a backup plan to Jimmy Butler? Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb also review reporting from Marc Stein on the Vooch trade market for the Warriors and Lakers. Plus, is Ball a buyout candidate in addition to being targeted by several teams around the league?

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 129-121 win over the Denver Nuggets on Monday night. The Bulls shot a blistering 24-53 from downtown, making up for the Nugget dominating the paint. Peck, Big Dave and Will Perdue discuss the lineup and rotation adjustments from Billy Donovan, and a strong night from the Bulls bench. Plus, how about those minutes from Matas Buzelis! Will Gottlieb joins from the United Center with his thoughts on the game and intel from the postgame locker room. Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 109-97 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night. The Bulls had a shot with Joel Embiid sitting and Paul George leaving the game with an injury. But a 29-14 fourth quarter mired in turnovers sealed their fate. Peck and Big Dave discuss the ongoing turnovers problem. Plus, is it finally time for Billy Donovan to bench Patrick Williams, who scored just 2 points on 1-9 shooting? Will Gottlieb joins from the United Center with his thoughts on the game and intel from the postgame locker room.

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 131-106 loss to the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night. The Bulls west coast trip ended with a thud, getting smacked by the Warriors in the second half after leading by one at the break. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss the Bulls going ice cold from deep, and away from Nikola Vucevic in the second half. Does it matter that Vooch had an underwhelming night in the midst of the trade rumors? Plus, the Bulls' young "Bench Mob" got absolutely worked by the fresh faces of the Warriors bench.

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss the latest trade rumors and reports regarding Chicago Bulls stars Zach LaVine and Nikola Vucevic. ESPN's Shams Charania confirmed that the Warriors have interest in Vucevic, while also reporting that the Bulls are receiving calls on LaVine. Sam Amick and David Aldridge of The Athletic suggested that the Bucks have interest in getting involved in a multi-team Jimmy Butler trade to add a star player to compliment Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard. LaVine was named as a potential target. Meanwhile, could the Lakers and Mavericks become late suitors for Vucevic, given their need for frontcourt depth? Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb break it down!

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss ideal and realistic asking prices for Zach LaVine, Nikola Vucevic and other potential trade candidates for the Chicago Bulls. Trade talk continues to heat up just 16 days away from the NBA’s in-season deadline. Is LaVine, despite his All Star level play, not tradeable in a way that nets the Bulls value unless they wait until the offseason to move him? What about Vucevic, and the latest coming out of Golden State? Which players might the Warriors include in a deal? Plus, what should the asking price be for other trade candidates like Lonzo Ball, Coby White and Ayo Dosunmu? Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb break it down!

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 112-99 win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday night. Zach LaVine added to his tally of 30-point games this season, moving into a tie with Bob Love for second most such games all-time in Bulls franchise history. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss the bounce-back performance from Josh Giddey, who struggled in Portland. Also, why did Billy Donovan go with Talen Horton-Tucker down the stretch? Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night!

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 113-102 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday night. It's the fifth straight loss for the Bulls, who fall to seven games under .500. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss this trend of sloppy basketball, and the Bulls not playing their style or being the aggressors. Plus, what should Bulls fans make of Joe Cowley's report that Arturas Karnisovas is open to trading Patrick Williams?

The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 125-123 loss to the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night. Nikola Vucevic was unstoppable, scoring a season-high 40 points. But a flat start to the fourth quarter doomed Chicago. Peck, Big Dave and Will Perdue discuss why the Bulls went away from Vooch interior touches when they were working so well. Plus, do we have to talk about Patrick Williams AGAIN? And will this 4-game losing streak spark some organizational changes? Will Gottlieb joins from the United Center with his thoughts on the game and intel from the postgame locker room.