CHGO Chicago Bulls Podcast

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Ranking the trade values of Chicago Bulls players as trade season begins | CHGO Bulls Podcast Dec 04, 2024

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The CHGO Bulls crew discuss recent reports and rumors circling the Chicago Bulls as we near the beginning of the NBA’s in-season trade window. Jake Fischer of The Stein Line and Michael Scotto of HoopsHype both have recent reports about which players the Bulls are willing to trade, and what the Bulls are looking for in return. Is a midseason Zach LaVine trade at all possible? Which teams might be willing to surrender assets for Nikola Vucevic, who’s playing very well? What about Lonzo Ball, or Patrick Williams? Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb break down all the possibilities.

Matas Buzelis SHINES with career-high 20 points in Bulls win over Nets Dec 03, 2024

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The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls __ win over the Brooklyn Nets on Monday night. The Bulls capitalized on a seriously depleted Nets squad. Peck, Big Dave and Will Perdue discuss the game of the season from rookie Matas Buzelis, who scored 20 points off the bench. Is this the definition of "earning" minutes? Nikola Vucevic feasted yet again. Is his trade value rising? Josh Giddey also tallied the first triple double of his Bulls career, but shot just 1-8 from downtown. Will Gottlieb joins from the United Center to offer this thoughts on the game and intel from the Postgame locker room. Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night.

Bulls get 61 points from Nikola Vucevic + Zach LaVine but fall to Celtics Nov 30, 2024

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The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 138-129 loss to the Boston Celtics in NBA Cup action on Friday night. Nikola Vucevic had a huge night, the Bulls bench played strong, but it wasn't enough to slow down the surging Celtics, who eliminated the Bulls from the NBA Cup with the loss. Peck, Big Dave and Will Perdue discuss the effort given by the Bulls, especially that second unit. Marc Stein joins to share his takes on the game, as well as the latest trade rumors around the Bulls. Then, Will Gottlieb joins from the United Center with his thoughts on the game and intel from the postgame locker room.

Zach LaVine, Coby White struggle to score in Bulls blowout loss to Magic Nov 28, 2024

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The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 133-119 loss to the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night. The Magic got their revenge after an early season loss to Chicago, slicing through the Bulls defense with ease. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss the Bulls turnover problem against Orlando's stingy defense. Should Zach LaVine and Coby White been more assertive? Plus, what is it about the Bulls that sets Jalen Suggs off? The guys also talk about Billy Donovan's choice to play small, and a growing pains game for rookie Matas Buzelis.

Coby White, Zach LaVine lead Bulls to blowout NBA Cup win over Wizards Nov 27, 2024

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The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 127-108 win over the Washington Wizards in the NBA Cup on Tuesday night. This one wasn't pretty, but the Bulls got the job done, and even made some headway in the NBA Cup's point differential standings. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss the Bulls playing down to their competition out of the gate before tightening up in the second quarter. Can this game pull Coby White out of his mini-slump? Plus, this game served as a reminder of just how large of a gap exists between the Bulls and the truly tanking teams of the NBA this season. Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night.

Does Matas Buzelis have the HIGHEST ceiling of any Chicago Bulls player? | CHGO Bulls Podcast Nov 26, 2024

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The CHGO Bulls crew discuss strong back-to-back performances from Chicago Bulls rookie Matas Buzelis. With a depleted frontcourt, Buzelis played a combined 49 minutes in the Bulls’ weekend games against Atlanta and Memphis. And he made the most of his minutes, running and dunking in transition, taking open threes, and staying active on defense. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb analyze what we’ve seen from the rookie thus far, and how high his NBA ceiling could be. The guys also react to some whispers from Jake Fischer that the Bulls are more open than ever to trading Patrick Williams.

Chicago Bulls defense puts up another STINKER as Pippen Jr carries Grizzlies | CHGO Bulls Podcast Nov 24, 2024

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The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 142-131 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies on Saturday night. The Bulls looked like a team playing their fifth game in seven nights, at least on the defensive end. Matt Peck, Big Dave and Will Perdue discuss what - if anything - the Bulls and Billy Donovan can do to put some bandages on this terrible defense. Plus, is Coby White just in a mini-slump, or are there some issues with his game recently? The guys also give credit to rookie Matas Buzelis, and talk about where he can improve if he continues to get real minutes while the Bulls are shorthanded with injuries.

Zach LaVine, Chicago Bulls score with ease in NBA Cup win vs Hawks | CHGO Bulls Podcast Nov 23, 2024

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The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 136-122 win over the Atlanta Hawks in NBA Cup action on Friday night. Zach LaVine led a balanced Bulls offense with 26 points, as seven players scored in double figures. Peck, Big Dave and Will Perdue discuss the interesting rotations from Billy Donovan, and a big night for rookie Matas Buzelis. Will Gottlieb joins from the United Center to offer his thoughts on the game and intel from the postgame locker room. Big Dave awards the Empire Today Goon of the Night.

Zach LaVine fades after hot start, Giannis and Bucks too much for Chicago Bulls | CHGO Bulls Podcast Nov 21, 2024

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The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 122-106 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday night. Zach LaVine had a hot start with 20 first-half points, but he and his teammates got run over by Giannis Antetokounmpo's 25-point third quarter. Peck, Big Dave and Will Perdue discuss the Bulls' defensive efforts against Giannis and another rough night for Josh Giddey. Will Gottlieb joins from the United Center to offer his thoughts on the game and intel from the postgame locker room.

Crunching the concerning Josh Giddey numbers for the Chicago Bulls | CHGO Bulls Podcast Nov 20, 2024

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The CHGO Bulls crew analyze the early season numbers for Chicago Bulls newcomer Josh Giddey. Through the team’s first 15 games, Giddey has experienced a shaky entry. Billy Donovan has largely kept him off the floor in crunch time of their past five games, likely due to opponents hunting his weak defense. Even more concerning is that his presence on the floor doesn’t even seem to be improving the team’s offensive efficiency. Peck, Big Dave and Gottlieb break down the worrisome stats, and contemplate some possible areas that could improve over the course of a full season.

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