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LOCKED ON BULLS, 1/30/2018 - Chicago Bulls had a deal for Nikola Mirotic...until they didn't Jan 30, 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.

The guys start the show with the initial reports that the Chicago Bulls had a deal in place to send Nikola Mirotic to the New Orleans Pelicans for Omer Asik and a first-round pick. According to multiple sources, the deal has hit a snag and has been flushed out for now. How could the Bulls find a deal with the Pelicans?

The guys also give their reaction the Blake Griffin trade that sent him to the Detroit Pistons. How could this shape the market for Nikola Mirotic if the Bulls cannot get a deal done with New Orleans? The guys also provide reaction from Locked On Pistons and Locked On Clippers about the deal that went down. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 1/29/2018 - Bulls look lost without Kris Dunn, Lakers/Bucks recap, Zach LaVine analytics, and updates around the NBA Jan 30, 2018

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Locked On Bulls is back after the weekend, the guys start the show by recapping the Chicago Bulls pair of losses to the Los Angeles Lakers and Milwaukee Bucks. The guys dive into what has seemingly been going wrong with the Bulls over their four-game losing skid.

The guys dive into the absence of Kris Dunn, how it has affected the roster and the desperate need for point guard help without him. The guys also address Cameron Payne's potential return.

Zach LaVine has struggled over the past four games, is this something to be concerned with? Jordan takes an extended look at his analytical breakdown in the Bulls four-game skid, as well as his return to action.

The show finishes up with news and notes for the Chicago Bulls and around the NBA. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 1/26/2018 - Guest, ESPN 1000 and NBCSports Chicago's David Kaplan Jan 26, 2018

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Locked On Bulls is back to bring you into the weekend with a special interview with David Kaplan from ESPN 1000 and NBCSports Chicago. The guys start off by giving the Kapman some credit for his early evaluation of Lauri Markkanen and his thoughts on what type of leadership he can bring to the table along with his unique skill set.

The guys dive into trade deadline moves that the Chicago Bulls could look to make, including most talked about player to move, Nikola Mirotic. What does David Kaplan think about Nikola Mirotic's value and should the Bulls deal him, regardless of the return?

The guys dive into David Kaplan's thoughts on the Bulls debut of their fourth Nike Swingman jerseys and whether or not it's appropriate for grown adults to wear jerseys. Jordan asks about his thoughts on LaVar Ball and if his opinion has changed since his interview with LaVar.

The guys wrap up the show with an amazing story that involves Michael Jordan, the Chicago Cubs, Golf, and betting. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 1/25/2018 - Guest, Jason Patt of FanRag Sports Jan 25, 2018

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Locked On Bulls is joined by guest Jason Patt of FanRag Sports and SB Nation's Bulls Blogger to discuss a variety of pressing Chicago Bulls topics. The guys start with the recap of the Bulls loss in Philadelphia last night and how Kris Dunn is sorely missed.

Is there a blueprint for what the Bulls are considering a rebuild? Are there any teams around the league that the guys would like to see the Bulls copycat in order to get closer to building a championship level team? Jason believes this rebuild might be faster than we all anticipated.

The guys spend some time talking about where Nikola Mirotic could possibly end up and if there is any chance that the Bulls might keep him around for the rest of the season. They also take a look at the free agent class and whether or not there are any savvy moves the Chicago Bulls could pull off this summer without breaking the bank.

The guys finish up with second-tier prospects that might intrigue the front office in the NBA Draft as well as the dumpster fire that continues to burn in Cleveland. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 1/24/2018 - Philadelphia 76ers preview, three-way trades, This Week in Bulls History, and Wednesday Mailbag Jan 24, 2018

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Locked On Bulls previews the Chicago Bulls matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday. The Bulls will be without Kris Dunn and get a chance Joel Embiid for the first time this season. Also, what's up with Markelle Fultz?

The guys talk three-way trade deals being a more likely possibility for Nikola Mirotic. A discussion about how GarPax haters cannot have it both ways, how hypocrisy can be played both ways from the fans to the front office.

The guys dive into their weekly segments including This Week in Bulls History (Jimmy Butler and Dwyane Wade lash out after ATL loss, Michael Jordan returns to Chicago with the Washington Wizards for his final NBA game in Chicago). They wrap up with a few questions from their mailbag about Julius Randle, signing top free agents, and five Cameron Paynes.

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

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 1/23/2018 - Guest, Chicago Tribune's K.C. Johnson Jan 23, 2018

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The guys are joined by longtime Chicago Bulls beat writer for the Chicago Tribune, K.C. Johnson, in a great interview diving into a wide variety of Bulls topics. They start with the double-overtime loss to the New Orleans Pelicans last night, what stood tall for the Bulls last night and is this a sign of the Bulls coming back down to earth?

The guys also touch updates about Nikola Mirotic's status with the Bulls, whether or not it is still believed that he will be dealt by the NBA Trade Deadline. They also touch on some of the other potential assets the Bulls have to trade leading up to the deadline.

K.C. Johnson explains his conversation with Mavericks great Dirk Nowitzki and how it sees Lauri Markkanen fitting into the NBA. We also talk about his conversation with Henrik Dettmann, Nowitzki and Markkanen's former coach in Europe. Does Markkanen have intangible leadership skills that we have overlooked by his physical skills?

They wrap up by talking about Fred Hoiberg's progression as a coach, whether or not he is the guy to take the Bulls to the next level, and if he will be around when the Bulls are back to contending. They also ask Johnson about the transition of covering NBA Basketball with the surge in social media presence and how it's shaped covering one of the greatest leagues in professional sports.

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

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 1/22/2018 - Door continues to shut on the tank, recap of win against Atlanta, Denzel Valentine, and a look around the NBA Jan 22, 2018

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The guys are back after the weekend with plenty to talk about. They start with recapping Matt's conversation with Ricky O'Donnell, including some of Jordan's thoughts on possible players the Bulls could draft. He also touches on Nikola Mirotic's value and the direction that the Bulls are headed if they keep him.

Could the door be closing on the tank faster than we anticipated? The guys try to gauge where the Bulls are at and the reality that the Bulls might continue to ride this wave.

The guys address being pegged as 'Denzel Valentine hater podcast', which leads them to a real conversation over what to expect from him during the rest of the season. 11 Bulls players also received all-star nods from players, including Cameron Payne.

Locked On Bulls wraps up by doing their weekly segment looking around the NBA. The guys give their initial reaction the Milwaukee Bucks firing head coach Jason Kidd. What does it mean for the little brother in the north? Who are they going to potentially hire?

Are the Cleveland Cavaliers in trouble, finally? Could they be interested in acquiring Robin Lopez, Nikola Mirotic, or Justin Holiday at the deadline? Jordan explains why the Cavaliers front office might have the hardest decision in the league to make before the February 8th Trade Deadline.

Lou Williams, Stephen Curry, the Bulls rebounding success, and so much more on this episode of Locked On Bulls.

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 1/19/2018 - Guest, SB Nation's College Basketball Writer Ricky O'Donnell Jan 19, 2018

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On today's Locked On Bulls, Matt welcomes SB Nation's Ricky O'Donnell to the show! Matt and Ricky discuss the highs and lows of the loss to the Warriors, including the rough night for Kris Dunn.

Ricky gives his take on the Nikola Mirotic trade rumors and wonders if keeping the recently impressive Niko on board is the right move. The guys also break down where the Bulls stand in the tank-a-thon, and which mid-tier lottery prospects Gar and Paxson should be watching closely. Plus, Ricky has some dark horses who could leap up draft boards as the NCAA season continues.

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 1/18/2018 - Guest, Radio Host Danny Parkins of 670 The Score Jan 18, 2018

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The guys are joined by Chicago radio host Danny Parkins of the 'Spiegel and Parkins Show' on 670 the Score. Follow him @DannyParkins or catch him mid-days 9am-1pm on 670 the Score.

The guys start with Parkins move to bring Warriors Jordan Bell a '3.5 million' t-shirt, how Bell and the rest of the locker room reacted. The guys recap the Warriors game from last night, including some of the most impressive moments and what it means for the future of this squad.

The guys have a discussion about where the Bulls are at, how they should approach the rest of the season, and whether or not tanking is now officially out the window. Could the Bulls still end up with a shot at the Top-5 picks in the draft?

Other conversations include Nikola Mirotic's value, whether or not he will regress as a player, who the Bulls should target as they approach the deadline, and what to expect if they fall out of the Top-5. The guys also ask for Danny Parkins' biggest hits and misses of the NBA Draft since covering college basketball. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

Link to the '3.5 million t-shirts': http://www.triplethreatsports.com/caco.html

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LOCKED ON BULLS 1/17/2018 - "Golden State of Mind" as the Warriors come to town, This Week In Bulls History, Anthony Davis Jan 17, 2018

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The guys jump into a preview of the Golden State Warriors as they come to town Wednesday. How will the United Center respond to Jordan Bell? Some discussion about his game since we last saw him in November and if the hype is real.

This Week in Bulls History segment is back (on a Wednesday) featuring a Michael Jordan 63-point game, Rick Mahorn throwin' down, and the Bad Boy Pistons memories in honor of what seems to be Fight Week in the NBA.

The guys wrap up with an interesting discussion about Anthony Davis, would teams that have struggled to get back to the playoffs inquire about Davis? Hypothetically, would you sell off all your young pieces for Davis? The guys debate both sides, but all signs really point in one direction.

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