Locked On Bulls - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bulls

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 4/20/2018 - Mirotic/Rondo/Wade lighting the world on fire, pursuing Clint Capela or Jabari Parker, NBA x 420 Apr 20, 2018

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You have stumbled across the best Chicago Bulls show on the air. The voice of true Chicago Bulls fans lies here in this show. Hosts Jordan Maly and Matt Peck provide you with a daily dose of Chicago Bulls news and stories. We are Locked On Bulls.

Locked On Bulls is back to bring you into the weekend, the guys kick off the show talking about former Bulls players Nikola Mirotic and Rajon Rondo helping the Pelicans take 3-0 lead. The guys talk about any anxiety or regret that fans may have about the trade, whether or not they should have dealt him, and about Dwyane Wade's magical night with the Heat.

The guys take free agency questions including the possibility of pursuing Houston Rockets big man Clint Capela this summer. The guys explain what it would take for the Bulls to be interested in him and for Houston to let him walk. The guys also take a voicemail about Jabari Parker and dive into that growing uncomfortable situation going on in Milwaukee.

To finish up the show, the guys have a candid, open conversation about marijuana and the NBA. The conversation sparked by Bleacher Report's video series with former athletes about the benefits of the use in professional sports. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 4/18/2018 - Lauri Markkanen interview with PMT, Where the hell is Gar Forman, and Mailbag Questions/Voicemails Apr 18, 2018

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The guys are back together for a brand new episode, they kick off the show talking about Lauri Markkanen's interview with the guys from Pardon My Take of Barstool Sports. The guys dive into some of the unknowns brought to life in this interview and how Markkanen seems to be getting more and more comfortable doing interviews. The guys highlight some of the best parts of the interview.

The second segment of the show dives into where exactly the Chicago Bulls General Manager Gar Forman has been all season? The guys do their best to try and figure out what he has been doing all season, why the Bulls moving him out of the spotlight was the best PR move all year, and how John Paxson has transformed for the better in this role. The guys also talk about 'GarPax' being two separate entities.

To finish up, the guys do their weekly mailbag segment where they take questions from Chicago Bulls fans. This week's questions include what John Paxson meant when he said he wanted to see Lauri Markkanen develop physically this summer, the debate between Michael Porter Jr. and Mikal Bridges, and a voicemail about Zach LaVine and his contract situation. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 4/17/2018 - The NBA Playoffs/Gregg Popovich/Kawhi Leonard, shooting guard contracts and Zach LaVine Apr 17, 2018

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Locked On Bulls is back and Jordan Maly goes solo on the mic today to deliver you a fresh episode. He kicks off the show by recapping everything happening in the NBA playoffs, the surprise win by the Pacers, LeBron James and company, and Toronto breaking their Game 1 losing streak. Jordan also dives into whether or not you are growing old of Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich's demeanor, and whether or not Kawhi Leonard is as good as gone.

Jordan spends the second half of the episode taking your questions about Zach LaVine. He brings multiple scenarios that could play out this summer and why the Chicago Bulls ultimately cannot afford to let LaVine walk. Jordan begs the question for doubters what Plan B is, whether or not Markkanen, Dunn, and the No. 6 pick in this year's draft could sell a major free agent in 2019-2020.

Jordan also takes a look at other contracts in the NBA at the shooting guard position. Where does Zach LaVine's game stack up and how much money actually makes sense. He also discusses the possibility of a short-term 'prove-it' deal, why he wouldn't sign that, and why Bulls fans in general should relax. Jordan finishes up by comparing LaVine's game to others around the league, past and present. You might just be surprised with who Jordan comes up with, all of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 4/16/2018 - Reaction to John Paxson Press Conference, Zach LaVine contract, Robin Lopez, Bulls draft picks Apr 16, 2018

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The guys are back after the weekend and they dive into the Bulls John Paxson's post season press conference to start. Both guys give their analysis on how the team as a whole has changed in one year as well as the front office's attitude about transparency and the future. The guys talk about what it looked like a year ago and what has improved and stayed the same.

The guys get into what kind of statement was made about Zach LaVine by Paxson, whether or not the negotiations of a contract have already started, and what kind of money he might command this summer. Could the Bulls really afford to let Zach LaVine walk if the money is outrageous? Do the Bulls overpay to keep their core three players intact from the Jimmy Butler trade? Are there any teams legitimately interested in LaVine this summer that could drive up the price?

The guys wrap up the show discussing the future of Robin Lopez on this team, what John Paxson had to say about him and what his role is moving forward. The guys also dive into what Paxson said was the number one need in the draft this summer and whether or not the Bulls would pass on Michael Porter Jr. at number six for Mikal Bridges. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 4/13/2018 - Reaction to John Paxson's end of the season press conference, contract talks this summer Apr 13, 2018

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Locked On Bulls is back to bring you into the weekend, Matt Peck goes solo on the mic today to deliver his reaction and recap of Vice President John Paxson's end of the year press conference. Matt highlights some of the important quotes about the core of the Bulls making improvements this summer, as well as this summer being the most important in years for both the front office and the players.

Matt talks about the players that were mentioned heavily during the press conference and the ones that were not mentioned at all. What could it mean for guys like Jerian Grant and Paul Zipser? Matt also throws the idea out of Bobby Portis and David Nwaba being signed to long term contracts this summer. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 4/12/2018 - Wild finish to the NBA regular season, Bulls tied for sixth in lottery, What the Bulls could be looking for in the late first-round Apr 12, 2018

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Locked On Bulls opens the show by talking about the wild finish to the NBA regular season last night which includes the Kings pulling off a win against the Rockets, the Timberwolves ending their playoff drought, Russell Westbrook's triple-double average, and where did the Pelicans pick end up? The guys break it all down and take a look at the NBA playoffs first round match ups.

The guys dissect what it means for the Bulls to be tied for the sixth position in the NBA lottery, how does it change what the Bulls might initially had planned for the draft, and how this was the best case scenario given the circumstances. The guys also dive into what the Bulls might do with the Pelicans pick and a few players that might start to slip on the NBA Draft board. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 4/11/2018 - Bulls final game of the season, could the Kings pull off a win tonight, most surprising/disappointing Bulls story Apr 11, 2018

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The guys kick off the show by breaking down the Chicago Bulls final game of the season, including how they could move into a tie with the Kings with a loss. They discuss the possibility of this team being able to better their odds in the lottery and whether or not the injury to Luc Mbah a Moute will pressure the Rockets to rest everyone against the Kings. The guys also talk about the Pelicans pick and their implications tonight.

The second half of the show, the guys dive into their biggest surprise and biggest disappointment by the Chicago Bulls in year one of a rebuild. Some of the players that were mentioned include Bobby Portis, Cameron Payne, Kris Dunn, and Zach LaVine. The guys also discuss what might be said at the end of the season press conference with John Paxson on Thursday. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 4/9/2018 - Final week of year one in rebuilding, huge lottery implications this week, Pelicans pick has high volatility Apr 09, 2018

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The guys are back after the weekend and kick the show off by talking about the Bulls losses to both the Boston Celtics and Brooklyn Nets. The guys highlight the best play from some of the Bulls, how Omir Asik getting minutes is the ultimate last ditch tank effort, and Sean Kilpatrick is playing himself into a possible role next season.

The guys explain the last two games of the season, where the Bulls sit in terms of lottery position, how it could change by the end of the week, and what happens if there is a tie? Matt breaks down some of the common misconceptions about the NBA Draft Lottery position and how they determine tie-breakers.

To wrap up the show, Jordan and Matt take a look at where the Pelicans pick sits and how it might be the more volatile than the Bulls own pick. The guys explain the possibility of the Chicago Bulls ending up with two, first-round lottery picks this summer. How can the Pelicans make that happen, the Western Conference playoffs have huge implications, and whether or not Matt is sticking to the Pelicans pick being better than Nikola Mirotic was for the Bulls. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 4/6/2018 - Does Denzel Valentine have a case for starting minutes next season, Bulls summer bonding trip, Celtics preview and Kyrie Irving injury Apr 06, 2018

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The guys kick off their Friday show talking about whether or not Denzel Valentine has a case for starting games next season? How did his offensive and defensive numbers look when he started games for the Bulls this season? The guys discuss his overall improvement this season and his potential ceiling.

Locked On Bulls talks about the Bulls young players already planning their summer bonding trips together. How it seems like in a matter of months, the Bulls finally have a tight-knit group. The guys also bring up how outside players are seeing the common bond among the players. The guys take a look at the summer ahead for the players, coaches, front office, and the fans.

To wrap up the show, Jordan and Matt start with the breaking news of the day, Kyrie Irving is expected to miss the entire playoffs. The guys kick it to their friends at Locked On Celtics for a quick analysis of the injury, Matt and Jordan give their reaction, and the guys discuss the upcoming matchup tonight for the Bulls against the Celtics. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 4/5/2018 - How to improve Bulls draft picks, trading with teams on the rise, which 'return' storyline for the playoffs would be better? (Hayward/Leonard/Butler) Apr 05, 2018

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With no Bulls game action until Friday night against the Celtics, the guys open the show by talking about ways the Bulls could improve their draft position. Maybe the Bulls could pull off a deal with a team on the rise by packaging a veteran player and the Pelicans pick? Matt and Jordan have a few hypotheticals, including teams that might be interested this summer.

Jordan brings back the conversation from yesterday about potentially trading up in the draft with two first-round picks, what do the numbers say and what does history tell us? The answers might surprise some people.

To wrap up, the guys try to decide which would be the better storyline in the NBA for a playoff comeback: Gordon Hayward, Kawhi Leonard, or Jimmy Butler? A strong case is made for all three players. The guys dive into the mix and mash of the last week of the regular season and how the NBA Playoff positioning could shake out in both conferences. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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