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LOCKED ON BULLS, 3/1/2018 - Race to the bottom of the standings, John Wall, Dallas Mavericks preview Mar 01, 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 starts the show off talking about James Harden breaking ankles, How LeBron James fans will do something similar to what Michael Jordan fans do now, and any interest in John Wall?

The guys also discuss the possibility of sliding up and down the race to the bottom of the NBA Standings, securing the best odds for the No. 1 pick this summer. The guys take a look at some of the other teams schedules, how they compare to the Bulls, and what the Bulls need to do to get into the top-5.

All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 2/28/2018 - Bulls fall to the Hornets, Mailbag questions Feb 28, 2018

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Locked On Bulls open the show with an announcement of a text message and voicemail line now available. You can leave questions, comments, feedback, and voicemails for Locked On Bulls at (331) 979-1369. The guys start the show by recapping the Bulls road loss last night to the Charlotte Hornets. Kris Dunn had another rough night, Cristiano Felicio's ankles broken by Kemba Walker, and Dwight Howard.

The guys spend the rest of the episode taking your mailbag questions. Some of the topics that were touched on during this segment include the NCAA scandal and how it might change the G-League, could the NBA pull something like that off to compete with college basketball? The guys also discuss the NBA changing the way they try and stop incentivizing tanking. The guys speak on Adam Silver's job as commissioner, and a look behind the scenes of Locked On Bulls.

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 2/27/2018 (Pt. II) - Guest, Radio Host/Producer at ESPN 1000 Chicago Chris Bleck Feb 27, 2018

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Locked On Bulls is back with part two of their episode from today with an interview with ESPN 1000 Radio Host and Producer, Chris Bleck. The guys start the show with something Dan Dakich said on a broadcast that upset some fans of Chris Farley.

The guys start the interview with talking about the young Bulls, what the likelihood of any of the guys with a bump in playing time will have any impact. The guys run through Noah Vonleh, Cristiano Felicio, Cameron Payne, and others. They dive into Jimmy Butler's injury, whether or not part of the blame should be put on Tom Thibodeau.

The guys finish up by talking about the NCAA Scandal that has hit college basketball. How could it impact the NBA, could the NBA come up with a solution, and is the G-League a possibility? The guys debate whether or not people should care about student-athletes being paid. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 2/27/2018 (Pt. I) - Recapping 76ers/Timberwolves/Nets games, Vonleh/Payne/Felicio, This Week In Bulls History, and Bobby Portis in elite company? Feb 27, 2018

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Locked On Bulls opens the show explaining their absence for a few days and dives straight into recapping in full the 76ers, Timberwolves, and Nets games. What did Matt and Jordan see from the young Bulls in this stretch? Who out of the handful with playing time will actually be on this roster in the future? The guys try and figure out what to make of Cristiano Felicio, Noah Vonleh, and Cameron Payne's extension in minutes and where they fit on an NBA roster.

The guys touch on the hot hand that is Bobby Portis, including a career night against the 76ers. Jordan brings up a point that Bobby Portis could be a part of an elite company in the NBA. The guys also talk about David Nwaba's performance over these stretch of games.

This Week In Bulls History, Lauri Markkanen getting posterized by Jarrett Allen, and so much more on this episode of Locked On Bulls.

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 2/22/2018 - Guest, Sports Columnist David Haugh of the Chicago Tribune Feb 22, 2018

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The guys welcome on a special guest, sports columnist for the Chicago Tribune, David Haugh. The guys jump into a variety of Chicago Bulls topics coming off the All-Star Game and what to expect in the last 25 games. How has the Bulls front office handled this shift to rebuilding?

The guys discuss tanking with David Haugh and he explains why he hates the idea of it across the league. The guys also dive into some of the top recruits in the nation, who the Bulls will most likely draft, and whether or not you can build your team around a franchise-changing center.

The guys wrap up the show talking about Jimmy Butler's time in Chicago, what David Haugh thought of Butler, how things fizzled out, Dwyane Wade's contributions to that, and a list of current players on the Bulls and their likelihood of being on the roster in three years. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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LOCKED ON BULLS 2/21/2018 - Reaction to Bulls lineup changes, Mailbag questions (Cristiano Felicio, GarPax & Hoiberg's communication, David Nwaba) Feb 21, 2018

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The guys open the show by reacting to a highlight video of Derrick Rose against the Miami Heat (part of their weekly This Week in Bulls History segment). The guys realize and explain the love fest and the reminiscing going on Twitter yesterday.

They react to John Paxson's recent comments about definite lineup changes coming for the remainder of the season. What should we expect from players like Cristiano Felicio, Cameron Payne, David Nwaba, and Noah Vonleh? Is the tank still out of reach because of the Bulls strength of schedule? How will the veterans react to a lesser role?

The guys round out today's episode with an extended mailbag segment. The guys discuss what the Bulls will get out of Cristiano Felicio and whether or not Fred Hoiberg has given up on the big man. A heated discussion arises from a question about the communication between front office and head coach in a tank. Matt and Jordan disagree on the approach of the Bulls sudden lineup changes and who was calling the shots. They also discuss David Nwaba, his role in the last 25 games, and what it might cost to retain him this summer. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 2/20/2018 - Kobe Bryant to the Bulls in 2004, This Week In Bulls History, breaking down contract negotiations for Zach LaVine Feb 20, 2018

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Locked On Bulls kicks off the show talking about TNT's "Players Only" interview from the weekend which featured Shaq and Kobe Bryant. A story unfolds on how Kobe Bryant to the Bulls in 2004 was all but reality until Shaquille O'Neal requested a trade. The guys debate how it could have altered the Chicago Bulls recent history and how Kobe could have made certain young players careers dramatically different.

The guys do their weekly segment, This Week In Bulls History, which includes a game from the last season of Coach Vinny Del Negro where Derrick Rose scores 33 to be Portland in overtime. Along with that is a Pippen lead Bulls team, and opening the door to a rivalry with Miami we did not see coming.

The show finishes off talking and opening the discussion about how much the Bulls will have to pay Zach LaVine this summer. Jordan runs through some of the statistics for LaVine and comparable players in the league. Jordan also gives insight into the contracts of some of the best and most paid players at shooting guard. What do the guys think the Bulls will have to pay him this summer? All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 2/19/2018 - Post All-Star Weekend thoughts, Kris Dunn/Lauri Markkanen, How to improve ASG Weekend Feb 19, 2018

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Locked On Bulls returns after the All-Star Weekend in the NBA to give their reaction. The guys first start with some of the notables from the weekend including the Dunk Contest, Fergie's National Anthem blunder, and Kevin Hart. They jump into a conversation about the Dunk Contest, how it needs revival, and who really should have won.

The guys jump into Lauri Markkanen and Kris Dunn's performance in the Rising Stars Challenge. This leads to a bigger conversation about what the NBA should do with their opening night. Should the NBA turn the Rising Stars challenge into a 3v3 tournament?

Thoughts on the actually NBA All-Star Game, the drafting of players, was there defense being played, and how Matt wants to change the weekend entirely. The guys also give props to the musical performances, the uniforms, and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 2/15/2018 - Bulls fall to the Raptors, Bobby Portis, Cristiano Felicio story, and building championships with big men Feb 15, 2018

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Locked On Bulls is back to first break down the Bulls loss to the Toronto Raptors at home last night. Why did the Bulls look flat and disinterested after the first quarter? The guys also discuss Bobby Portis' role and progression on this team. Could he be someone who is around when the Bulls are trying to compete? What kind of player do the guys seeing him turning into?

The guys spend the middle of the show talking about a piece written by Marc J. Spears of The Undefeated, profiling Cristiano Felicio's experience and struggles at prep school. The story details about a man who abused and conned players internationally to come and perfect their game for the NCAA or NBA. The guys talk about the growing problem this could be in AAU or youth sports in general. It gives the guys perspective on how difficult some of the roads for international players are.

The guys wrap up the show with a question about the NBA Draft. Can modern NBA teams build a championship winning team around a big? Should the Bulls be cautious about what they do with should they find themselves in the Top-5 of the lottery this summer? Jordan and Matt have some mixed views about building your team around a star big man. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 2/14/2018 - Bulls host the Raptors, Kris Dunn returns, Carlos Boozer & Nate Robinson, mailbag questions Feb 14, 2018

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Matt Peck goes solo on the microphone today to deliver you a preview of the Toronto Raptors as they head to town. One of the most important elements to the Bulls success, Kris Dunn, returns to the floor tonight. Why not just let him rest until the All-Star break is over?

Matt touches on the NBA All-Star Game a bit and also brings to life a story about two former Chicago Bulls who will now host their own podcast. Matt finishes the show with this week's Chicago Bulls mailbag questions. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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