Bulls Talk Podcast

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Kevin Anderson and K.C. Johnson break down the tough decisions facing Billy Donovan as the Bulls season approaches. Could Nikola Vucevic and Zach LaVine come off the bench this year (4:18)? How might LaVine handle reduced usage (7:00)? They dive into which players are locks for Donovan's rotation and who might be on the bubble, including whether Lonzo Ball will see any minutes (9:30). The guys also debate if Donovan will expand to a 10-man rotation (20:30), predict the Bulls' win total (28:41), and assess their playoff chances (32:03). Plus, could Matas Buzelis make a surprise run for Rookie of the Year (35:03)? Don’t miss this in-depth look at the season ahead!

Kevin Anderson and K.C. Johnson break down the Bulls' 2024 schedule, highlighting the most anticipated matchups, including the first game against DeMar DeRozan with the Kings (3:25), a showdown with Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs on January 6th (6:05), and Alex Caruso’s return with OKC in the Bulls' home opener (7:35). They also dive into the excitement of the in-season tournament (17:35) and give an encouraging update on Lonzo Ball, who's now playing 5-on-5 full contact (18:39). Plus, a celebration of Team USA’s basketball gold at the Paris Olympics (24:00)!

In Part 3 of our mailbag series, hosts Kevin Anderson and K.C. Johnson dive deep into the burning questions about the Bulls. How will Zach LaVine and Nikola Vucevic's potential roles impact the minutes of younger players? Get the latest updates on LaVine’s status with the Bulls (0:46). Kevin and K.C. debate the likelihood of Zach or Vooch playing reduced minutes (3:55) and discuss strategies for enhancing LaVine’s trade value (5:17). Discover the Bulls' mission moving forward (6:30) and why LaVine might not need to rehab his value after all (12:23). The hosts also explore the challenges the Bulls face in admitting a rebuild (15:03) and ways to foster a winning, competitive culture (18:16). Plus, get their reactions to Team USA's Olympic play and predictions on their biggest competition (30:36). Don't miss this must-listen episode packed with insights and analysis!

Join hosts Kevin Anderson, K.C. Johnson, and Tony Gill for Part 2 of our Bulls Mailbag episode as they tackle your hottest questions! They kick things off by debating whether Matas Buzelis will compete in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest next season (1:00), then dive into expectations for his performance and whether he will live up to the hype (4:05). The discussion continues with a breakdown of the lineup, depth chart, and over/under win predictions (11:01). The hosts also unravel the details of the Sacramento picks from the DeMar DeRozan sign-and-trade. (25:56). They project roles for young talents like Buzelis, Dalen Terry and Julian Phillips versus veterans like Jevon Carter, Torrey Craig and Chris Duarte (27:28), debate whether Buzelis would be a Jedi or a Sith (33:50), and speculate on which current Bulls player might be starring when the team next reaches the NBA Finals (37:00). Tune in for an engaging discussion filled with insights, predictions and a touch of fun!

In part 1 of our mailbag series, host Kevin Anderson, K.C. Johnson, and Tony Gill dive into your burning questions about the Chicago Bulls. Who's more likely to be traded first, Zach LaVine or Nikola Vucevic (1:14)? Discover which two Bulls teammates had the greatest dislike for each other and how it impacted the team (5:55). Can Matas Buzelis be compared to Lauri Markkanen (14:10)? We explore the Bulls' plans for Javonte Green and the latest updates on Lonzo Ball (18:34). What's the does the future look like for Jevon Carter and Torrey Craig in the rotation (22:33)? Plus, hear our hosts share their experiences of being recognized by Bulls fans and reveal a music artist who might be a secret listener of the pod (30:13).

On the latest Bulls Talk Podcast, hosts Kevin Anderson and K.C. Johnson delve into K.C.’s article about Billy Donovan and his son Billy Donovan III’s journey to becoming the head coach of the summer league team and the Windy City Bulls (0:56). They discuss Billy Donovan III's serious approach to coaching and his potential NBA aspirations (7:42), and how Billy Donovan supports his son’s independent path (9:50). The duo also covers Matas Buzelis' impressive summer league performance and set realistic expectations for his season (16:16). They debate the Bulls' projected starting lineup and potential perimeter defense issues (20:00), and explore Julian Phillips' development in his second year (25:22). Lastly, they analyze Bronny James' performance in the Summer League as he prepares to face the Bulls and his NBA prospects (27:36). Tune in for an engaging episode packed with insights and analysis!

On the latest Bulls Talk Podcast, Kevin Anderson, K.C. Johnson, and Tony Gill dissect the latest comments from Artūras Karnišovas and Marc Eversley and the implications for the team's future. Bulls management hints at more roster changes (1:30) and reveals why they chose to stick with DeMar DeRozan last season (5:11). They discuss the value placed on young players over draft picks (7:35) and the likelihood of Zach LaVine staying with the team (9:30). The three dive into how LaVine might react to being publicly available for trade (15:33) and how the defensive trio of LaVine, Coby White, and Josh Giddey will perform (18:15). With national media skepticism (27:25) and the motivation to keep the 2025 first-round pick (36:57), this episode is packed with insights. Finally, they break down Matas Buzelis' summer league performance and his confidence on the court (40:00). Don't miss this in-depth analysis and more!

On the latest Bulls Talk Podcast, Matas Buzelis opens up about his whirlwind experience since being drafted by his hometown team and draft night experience being documented on the "The Break, presented by The General". He shares his journey from his love for basketball (2:22) to joining the Bulls and adapting to Windy City Bulls coach Billy Donovan III (4:50). Discover his goals for the Summer League and his rookie year (7:33), why he thinks he fell to the 11th pick (9:15), and his thoughts on the jump from high school to the G-League (12:00). Matas also reflects on playing for a team he once rooted for (15:00) and reveals what excites him most about being an NBA player (17:30). Don’t miss this exclusive interview filled with insights and personal stories!

On the latest Bulls Talk Podcast, K.C. Johnson and Kevin Anderson break down DeMar DeRozan’s sign-and-trade to the Sacramento Kings and his three-season tenure in Chicago. They discuss what the Bulls will miss most from DeRozan and assess his fit with the Kings. They also explore the potential for Chris Duarte in Chicago and if the two second-round picks acquired could help facilitate other moves. One of those potential moves is the ongoing trade saga of Zach LaVine. K.C. and Kevin also take an early guess at Billy Donovan’s lineup and potential rotation now that the Bulls have 15 players under contract. It’s another jam-packed episode.