By The Horns: A Chicago Bulls Show

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Jimmy G Buckets and we all know what the G stands for Oct 06, 2020

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Jimmy 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 offseason.

(1:20) - Jason addresses the fans that think he hates Jimmy Butler

(8:22) - Where does Jimmy Butler land on the tiers of superstars?

(18:03) - Who will step up for the Lakers not named LeBron or AD?

(27:55) - Conspiracy theory in the NBA Finals

(31:16) - Updates on Bulls activities and Happy Birthday Derrick Rose

Anthony Davis’ roots & Marc Eversley speaks to the media Oct 02, 2020

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The 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 Bulls.

(2:58) - Coaching Anthony Davis at Perspectives Charter School

(7:10) - Who was Anthony Davis as a young high school prospect?

(12:50) - How did things chance for Perspectives and Davis once he became the No. 1 player in the country?

(15:56) - Favorite memory of coaching Davis

(19:20) - Rob Schaefer and Tony Gill join K.C. to discuss Anthony Davis

(27:10) - LeBron is in prime form

(32:10) - Bulls GM Marc Eversley speaks to the media

Lauri Markkanen speaks on new Bulls coach Billy Donovan Oct 01, 2020

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In 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 biggest NBA news of the day, Doc Rivers and the LA Clippers parting ways.

(1:52) - Lauri Markkanen addresses the media

(9:10) - How will new Bulls regime handle Lauri Markkanen's upcoming contract situation?

(14:50) - LaMelo Ball and Killian Hayes discuss the Bulls

(28:30) - Did the Bulls miss an opportunity to build around Jimmy Butler?

(44:06) - Doc Rivers gets fired from the Clippers. Would he have been a candidate for the Bulls?

Bulls officially introduce Billy Donovan as new Head Coach Sep 25, 2020

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The 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) - Donovan expounds on his philosophy for player development

(21:40) - Is he surprised he selected the Bulls over other teams that were looking for head coaches?

(25:40) - Bulls Talk crew reacts to K.C. Johnson's interview with Billy Donovan

(34:50) - What does the chain of command look like now under the new regime?

Emergency Podcast: Bulls hire Billy Donovan as head coach Sep 22, 2020

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After 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 exclusive interview with Bulls and Florida Gators great Joakim Noah, and discusses Donovan’s fit with the Bulls.

(1:50) - Timeline for the Billy Donovan hire

(8:26) - Joakim Noah reacts to the Bulls hiring Billy Donovan

(15:22) - Surprising that Wes Unseld Jr. didn't get the Bulls job?

(21:00) - How will Donovan build his staff?

(24:50) - What's next for the Bulls and Bulls fans?

The Bulls begin workouts without Kris Dunn Sep 22, 2020

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The 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 agency, and break down the final play of Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals, where Chicago native and NBA superstar Anthony Davis hit a game winning 3.

(1:48) - Workouts starting soon, and Kris Dunn will not be there

(5:50) - How will the Bulls operate offseason training without a head coach?

(9:40) - Bulls heading into the finalist phase of the coaching search

(11:30) - Giannis a Bull?

(15:40) - Anthony Davis makes game winning shot in Game 2 of the Western Conference finals

(24:55) - The Boston Celtics avoid going down 3-0 in the Eastern Conference finals

Wes Unseld Jr.’s ascension and life in NBA bubble with LA Times’ Dan Woike Sep 18, 2020

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In 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) - Difficulties for players and media in the bubble

(9:00) - Media access to players in the Bubble

(18:50) - Clippers failed no matter how you spin it

(26:10) - Clippers were disjointed as a team playing against the Nuggets

(33:55) - Bulls fans feelings about Artūras Karnišovas and Wes Unseld Jr. after Denver advances to the Conference Finals

(46:40) - What will the Bulls do in the draft?

Where does the Bulls head coaching job rank in the NBA? Sep 15, 2020

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With 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 Rockets, the play of the Clippers, and preview Celtics-Heat.

(1:45) - Bulls will start group workouts next week

(6:50) - Where does the Bulls job rank among current vacancies?

(27:55) - Are Russell Westbrook's winning days behind him?

(37:00) - Are the Clippers going to lose to the Nuggets?

(52:35) - Heat vs. Celtics preview

Billy Donovan and other Bulls coaching targets with The Athletic’s Darnell Mayberry Sep 11, 2020

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s 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 what's being said around the league about other possible targets.

(1:40) - The difficulties in finding the right coach for your team

(11:40) - Is Billy Donovan the right coach for the Bulls?

(25:00) - Playoff matchups have heated up in the bubble

(37:20) - Who's more beatable, the Clippers or the Lakers?

(44:50) - Figuring out Artūras Karnišovas' drafting patterns

Bulls coaching search updates and Jimmy Butler’s ascension Sep 08, 2020

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The 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 team continues to search for a coach?

(7:00) - Is Giannis easy to gameplan for in the playoffs?

(18:20) - Jimmy Butler's ascension in the playoffs

(25:00) - Is Playoff Rondo a real thing?

(31:25) - NBA playoff predictions