Locked On Bulls - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bulls

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, the guys spend the entire episode talking about newly re-signed guard Zach LaVine. The guys discuss the initial offer sheet from the Sacramento Kings, the Bulls decision to match the offer within hours, the money over the course of the next four-seasons, and the injury protection clause that was included thanks to the Kings.

What do the guys think about the Bulls willingness to keep LaVine at a higher price then they initially expected? Were they surprised that the Sacramento Kings were all in on LaVine's ability? Locked On Bulls discusses the positives, negatives, and the overall reaction from the Bulls fan base. The guys try to find similar contracts that have had injury protection clauses in them, how that could affect the cap if LaVine is re-injured, and why despite paying LaVine $78 million dollars, the Bulls cap space is still in generous. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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Locked On Bulls is back with a full Friday episode, the guys kick off the show talking about the one topic going around Chicago: Jimmy Butler + Kyrie Irving. Jordan replays a bit from last week's episode when he initially inquired about the idea, the guys talk about the realistic possibility of a return for Butler. Are the relationships soured here in Chicago, is Butler and KAT's relationship really broken, Butler's ability to be No. 2 or 3 on a winning team.

The guys spend the middle of the show talking about to expect from the Chicago Bulls Summer League team. Locked On Bulls runs through the roster, who might be important to keep an eye on, why Bulls fans should not overreact to performances from Wendell Carter or Chandler Hutchison, and why Antonio Blakeney might be the most entertaining watch in all of Summer League.

Locked On Bulls wraps up the show discussing whether or not the interest from the Sacramento Kings for Zach LaVine is really as serious as reported. How far up the payroll would the Kings have to go for the Bulls to walk away? The guys discuss placing odds on attracting top free agents in 2019 or 2020 to the idea of investing in Zach LaVine's potential.

Locked On Bulls also discuss possible sign-and-trade deals for RFA David Nwaba. What are the Bulls looking for in a deal and why they are not getting a first-round pick. Could a deal with the Oklahoma City Thunder be in play? Jordan convinces Matt that taking on Carmelo Anthony's contract for one year could bring some heavy return without risking salary cap space for 2019 or 2020. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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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 with a special 4th of July episode, the guys kick off the show talking about what the NBA needs to consider now that the balance of power has completely shifted to the Western Conference. The guys debate whether or not the NBA should got to a 1-16 seeding system or look to realign the Eastern and Western Conference. Which one makes the most sense and what are some of the downfalls of both?

Locked On Bulls spends the rest of the episode taking your mailbag questions in their weekly Bulls mailbag. You can be a part of the conversation by tweeting at us @LockedOnBulls or dropping us a question via text or voicemail at (331)-979-1369. Some of the topics discussed on today's mailbag include whether the Bulls should just take the risk on Zach LaVine or not, what happens if they strike out again in free agency over the next two seasons, Lonzo Ball to Chicago, Dennis Schroder, what free agents would be on the top of the guys list for 2019 and 2020, and whether or not the Bulls will be tanking again this season. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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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 kicks off the show by discussing the opening few days of NBA Free Agency. The guys discuss LeBron James signing with the Lakers, what his long term plan is for the Lakers, whether they should trade for Kawhi Leonard now or wait a year, and what it means for his legacy. The guys also discuss DeMarcus Cousins signing with the Golden State Warriors, how the 29 other NBA teams should be at fault for this (not Adam Silver), and other moves made around the league. Are the guys surprised at how quickly the market has dried up and how some teams have decided to spend quickly?

The guys spend the remainder of the show talking about Aaron Gordon re-signing with the Orlando Magic for 4-years, $84 million dollars. Jordan makes a case on how Gordon and Zach LaVine's numbers are similar statistically through their first three seasons and why LaVine might be looking at a similar contract. The guys talk through the teams that are interested, why the Bulls still have the upper hand in negotiation, and if it's worth the risk of letting LaVine walk and missing on free agency in '19 and '20. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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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 kicks off the show talking about Zach LaVine and potential interest from other teams. The guys kick around the idea of the Sacramento Kings being a potential suitor and how it turned into a split decision among the fan base about re-signing LaVine. How much ends up being too much for the Bulls to match this summer? What would it look like if LaVine signed elsewhere? The guys give their final consensus one what ultimately happens with LaVine.

The second segment, Locked On Bulls discuss some of the national media attention the Bulls have received in the past few weeks. The guys see if the views across the league and on a national scale match those of Bulls fans. It leads them to a conversation about potential free agents available in 2019 and 2020, and whether or not fans should trust the idea of star free agent signings coming to Chicago. 

The guys take a few questions which include comparing college statistics to players in the NBA and how they turned out, whether or not that information is useful, what a 1+1 contract means, and who from the Chicago Bulls has the ugliest shot of all-time? All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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Locked On Bulls is back for a full hour episode, the guys kick off the show with comments made by newly drafted big man Wendell Carter Jr.'s parents. The comments were made to the New York Post in which it seemed to reveal Carter's parents were unhappy and misguided by Coach Mike Krzyzewski and Duke. Wendell Carter took to Twitter to respond to some of the backlash, offering that the quotes were taken out of context. 

The guys discuss why they believe the player and the over arching conversation was not about Duke, but the NCAA. The guys also discuss why they would be uncomfortable with being told one thing and another happening. Should Bagley reclassifying two months before the season irritate players and parents? Why the guys believe that Carter's comments back up his honesty about wanting to win, putting the team first, and how it will translate into a positive for the Bulls.

The guy spend the rest of the episode taking Bulls mailbag questions and voicemails from listeners. Do the guys think that the Bulls will run out the young core of Kris Dunn, Lauri Markkanen, Zach LaVine, Chandler Hutchison, and Wendell Carter from the start? Would the Bulls be interested in veteran free agents like Will Barton?  A variety of voicemails left include why Bulls fans need to stop with the Jabari Parker nonsense, who voted for Gar Forman, and a sales pitch on why Bulls fans should trust the rebuild. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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Locked On Bulls is back and the guys kick off the show talking about the NBA Award Show last night. What did the guys think of the overall broadcast, should the timing have been better for the NBA, does anyone care about it after the playoffs are over, and what should they do to fix it? The guys discuss the votes Kris Dunn received for Most Improved Player and the guys also touch on Kris Dunn's comments on the report of Bulls having problems his work ethic.

The second segment the guys talk about the votes Gar Forman received for Executive of the Year, were they justified? Matt and Jordan try to make a case for why the Bulls moves in 2017-18 season had more positives than negatives. The guys also touch on Lauri Markkanen dominating in an exhibition game in Europe and the idea of trying to get Markkanen in the dunk contest next season. 

Locked On Bulls also touches on the rumor that the Bulls might be interested in restricted free agent Marcus Smart. What kind of money is Smart looking for and how would he even fit with the Chicago Bulls. All signs point to unlikely for Matt and Jordan, they discuss the other teams involved and who might be the best fit for him. All of this and more on Locked On Bulls.

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Locked On Bulls is back and the guys kick off the show talking about the Bulls introductory press conference for Wendell Carter Jr. and Chandler Hutchison. The guys discuss the highlights of the press conference, what Fred Hoiberg had to say about both players, the front office's pitch about the players, as well as hearing from Carter and Hutchison for the first time. 

The guys use the second half of the show to play all the post-draft night voicemails from Bulls fans. The guys try to dissect each reaction and follow up with what they thought about Carter and Hutchison. Should the Bulls have traded a variety of assets to move up with Memphis or Atlanta? Are Bulls fans as a whole satisfied with both picks? Do the Bulls need Carter to be a star in order to win or for this to be a successful draft? The guys also talk about how they believe Carter will exceed expectations similar to Lauri Markkanen. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

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The guys are back after last night's NBA Draft, they kick off the show by talking about the NBA Draft as a whole and who the Bulls ultimately decided to take at No. 7. Were the guys disappointed with the Bulls inability to move up to No. 3 to take Luka Doncic or Jaren Jackson Jr.? Locked On Bulls discusses why it was almost impossible for the Bulls to trade with Atlanta without overpaying. The guys also discuss the hilarity of NBA reporters tweeting out picks before they were announced, Michael Porter Jr. slipping nearly out of the lottery, and their most surprising and disappoint picks of the night.

Locked On Bulls dives into what Wendell Carter Jr. can be for a rebuiliding Bulls team. Was Carter the safe pick at No. 7 and does he have star potential? The guys discuss what they like about Carter, what they think he can be, and how he fits next to Lauri Markkanen. Locked On Bulls destroys the Carlos Boozer comparison, all the while comparing him to other big men in this draft. The guys also discuss the weaknesses Carter will have to improve on and his overall outlook for the future.

Locked On Bulls talks about the most bizzare story of the NBA Draft, the complete shutdown of Chandler Hutchison and the rumored promise of taking him at No. 22. The guys try and convince you to look beyond the smoke of the promise and what Hutchison can bring to the table. The guys also get into a debate about what was left on the board at No. 22, not doing their do diligence, and also the value you can get at No. 22.

The final segment, Locked On Bulls discusses one of the biggest blunders by the Bulls last night. The Bulls decide to hold their post draft press conference while the first round of the draft was still going on. Jordan and Matt sound off on why it only solidifies the argument of how the Bulls feel about second round picks and trying to get back into the draft. Who were some of the players that dropped to the second round who the Bulls could of taken a flyer on? All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls. 

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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 kicks off the show by talking about the latest rumors going into the NBA Draft tonight, whether or not the Bulls will decide to trade up or stand pat. What would Atlanta (No. 3) or Memphis (No. 4) want in return to make a deal possible? The guys give their opinion on whether or not they should ultimately move up.

The second segment the guys give their final predictions for picks No. 1-7, including ultimately what the Chicago Bulls will do. If the Bulls stand pat, will they take the risk on Michael Porter Jr.? Should they play it safe and take Wendell Carter Jr. at No. 7? Is Trae Young even a possibility that the Bulls are thinking about? The guys run through all the possible scenarios for tonight's draft.

The final segment of the show, the guys go back all the way to 2003 and grade each of the Bulls draft picks in the first round? How did the guys feel about draft picks like Kirk Hinrich, Loul Deng, Taj Gibson, Jimmy Butler, Derrick Rose, and more? What did the guys feel were their bust years? After grading each individual pick, the guys give their overall grade of drafting in the first round over the last 15 years. All of this and so much more on Locked On Bulls.

If you want to give your reaction to tonight's outcome, hit us up at (331)-979-1369 and leave all of your text messages and voicemails for tomorrow's show. You can follow along on NBA Draft Night 2018 with the guys on Twitter @JordanCMaly, @Bulls_Peck, and @LockedOnBulls.

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