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LOCKED ON BULLS, 8/1/2017: Late Summer Mailbag Aug 02, 2017

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Sean Highkin (The Athletic) and Cody Westerlund (670 The Score) discuss Nikola Mirotic’s situation and take listener questions about Zach LaVine’s upcoming free agency and other rebuild-related topics.

1:00 — Nikola Mirotic skips EuroBasket as contract situation remains uncertain
6:15 — How does the free agent market play into the Bulls’ rebuilding strategy?
10:20 — How should the Bulls handle Zach LaVine’s contract situation?
18:50 — What other roster moves should the Bulls make?
27:00 — What are the chances the Bulls draft outside the top 3?
30:10 — How much input does Jerry Reinsdorf have on the Bulls’ decision-making?
37:00 — An update on Sean’s job status and the future of the podcast

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 7/26/2017: Derrick Rose Signs With Cavaliers Jul 27, 2017

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Sean Highkin (The Athletic) and Cody Westerlund (670 The Score) discuss Derrick Rose’s one-year deal with the Cleveland Cavaliers, the continuing drama surrounding Kyrie Irving’s trade request, the continued lack of movement with Nikola Mirotic’s contract talks and the Bulls’ signing of Ryan Arcidiacono to a two-way contract. They also take some questions from listeners.

1:30 — Derrick Rose signs a one-year deal minimum with Cleveland
3:35 — Cavs drama with Kyrie Irving’s trade request
8:57 — How will Derrick Rose fit with the Cavs?
16:20 — Rose’s nonexistent free-agent market
24:15 — Nikola Mirotic contract talks at a standstill
27:35 — Bulls sign Ryan Arcidiacono to a two-way contract
34:57 — How many games will Dwyane Wade play for the Bulls next season?
39:00 — Who is the Bulls’ closer?

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 7/19/2017: The Billboard and Other Bulls News Jul 20, 2017

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Sean Highkin (The Athletic) and Cody Westerlund (670 The Score) catch up on recent Bulls happenings, including the #FireGarPax billboard, Jimmy Butler’s comments in an interview with Bill Simmons and the signings of Antonio Blakeney and David Nwaba.

1:00 — #FireGarPax billboard debuts in Chicago’s West Loop
8:45 — Jimmy Butler opens up about his time with the Bulls on the Bill Simmons podcast
15:20 — Bulls claim David Nwaba on waivers and sign Antonio Blakeney to a 2-way contract
21:50 — Latest (non) developments in the Bulls’ negotiations with Nikola Mirotic
27:10 — Rajon Rondo signs with Pelicans
31:30 — Where will Derrick Rose play next season?

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 7/13/2017: Summer League Jul 13, 2017

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Sean Highkin (The Athletic) and Cody Westerlund (670 The Score) recap the Bulls’ performance at Summer League in Las Vegas, including Lauri Markkanen’s professional debut and Cameron Payne’s continued struggles.

1:00 — Bulls Summer League thoughts
9:00 — What is Cameron Payne’s future with the Bulls?
15:00 — Fred Hoiberg addresses his relationship with the front office
17:00 — Latest on Nikola Mirotic
22:30 — Zach LaVine says he’s ahead of schedule in his knee rehab

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 7/5/2017: Can the Bulls Repeat as Summer League Champions? Jul 06, 2017

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Sean Highkin (The Athletic) and Cody Westerlund (670 The Score) discuss the latest developments (or lack thereof) in the Bulls’ talks with Nikola Mirotic about a new deal. They also break down the Bulls’ Summer League roster and take listener questions.

1:00 — Update on Nikola Mirotic’s free agency
11:50 — Derrick Rose reportedly meeting with the Clippers
16:30 — Bulls announce Summer League roster . . . can they repeat as Summer League champions?
30:00 — Would it make sense for the Bulls to get in the mix for one of the salaries the Celtics are looking to unload for Gordon Hayward?

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 7/3/2017: Bulls Sign Justin Holiday, Re-Sign Cristiano Felicio Jul 03, 2017

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Sean Highkin (The Athletic) and Cody Westerlund (670 The Score) discuss the Bulls’ quiet first three days of free agency, which included re-signing Cristiano Felicio and signing Justin Holiday. They also touch on Taj Gibson reuniting with Tom Thibodeau and Jimmy Butler in Minnesota and update the Bulls’ talks with Nikola Mirotic.

1:00 — Bulls re-sign Cristiano Felicio for $32 million over four years.
7:25 — Bulls waive Rajon Rondo, as expected.
10:15 — Bulls sign Justin Holiday for $9 million over two years.
17:45 — Timberwolves sign Taj Gibson for $28 million over two years.
23:22 — Derrick Rose rumored to be meeting with the Bucks.
27:00 — Tony Snell and Michael Carter-Williams sign very different new deals.
29:15 — Latest on the Bulls’ negotiations with Nikola Mirotic.

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 6/29/2017: Jimmy Butler Introduced in Minnesota (with Jon Krawczynski) Jun 29, 2017

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Sean Highkin (The Athletic) talks with AP basketball writer Jon Krawczynski (@APKrawczynski) about Jimmy Butler’s introductory press conference in Minnesota, how Butler fits on the court for the Timberwolves and what the Bulls can expect from Kris Dunn and Zach LaVine.

1:45 — Timberwolves introduce Jimmy Butler with public press conference
4:30 — Playoff expectations for the Timberwolves next season
7:20 — Will Butler’s presence help the Timberwolves attract free agents?
10:30 — How the trade came together on draft night
13:10 — Butler’s on-court fit in Minnesota
17:35 — What can the Bulls expect from Kris Dunn and Zach LaVine?

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 6/28/2017: Wild NBA Offseason, Bulls Free Agency Targets Jun 29, 2017

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Sean Highkin (The Athletic) and Cody Westerlund (670 The Score) discuss a wild day of NBA offseason action including the Clippers’ trade of Chris Paul to the Rockets and the Knicks’ firing of Phil Jackson, and speculate on who the Bulls could target in free agency

1:00 — Reactions to the Clippers trading Chris Paul to the Rockets
8:15 — How does the Clippers’ return for CP3 compare to the Bulls’ return for Jimmy Butler?
11:35 — Knicks fire Phil Jackson as team president
14:10 — Who are the Bulls’ likeliest free-agency targets?

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 6/27/2017: Meet the New Bulls Jun 28, 2017

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Sean Highkin (The Athletic) and Cody Westerlund (670 The Score) recap the Bulls’ Tuesday press conference introducing Zach LaVine, Kris Dunn and Lauri Markkanen. They also discuss John Paxson’s comments on the futures of Rajon Rondo and Dwyane Wade.

1:00 — Initial impressions of Zach LaVine, Kris Dunn and Lauri Markkanen and how they fit into Fred Hoiberg’s offense
14:55 — John Paxson addresses Dwyane Wade’s contract situation and the possibility of a buyout
21:49 — Latest on Rajon Rondo’s situation
24:50 — Bulls’ projected salary-cap situation going into free agency
28:00 — Bulls decline qualifying offer on Michael Carter-Williams
29:40 — NBA Awards Show recap
32:45 — Bulls extend qualifying offer to Joffrey Lauvergne
33:53 — Nikola Mirotic and Cristiano Felicio hit restricted free agency

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LOCKED ON BULLS, 6/26/2017: Bulls Face Decisions on Rajon Rondo and Nikola Mirotic Jun 27, 2017

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Sean Highkin (The Athletic) and Cody Westerlund (670 The Score) discuss the Bulls’ upcoming decisions on the futures of Rajon Rondo and Nikola Mirotic, as well as what they’re expecting from Tuesday’s press conference introducing Zach LaVine, Kris Dunn and Lauri Markkanen.

1:00 — Should the Bulls keep Rajon Rondo?
13:10 — Should the Bulls re-sign Nikola Mirotic, and which teams make sense to go after him in restricted free agency?
25:10 — What to expect from the new Bulls’ introductory press conference on Tuesday

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