By The Horns: A Chicago Bulls Show

The NBA world descended on Chicago for Draft Lottery and Combine Week, and By The Horns was there to take it all in. Cam Smith and KC Johnson break down the Bulls landing the 12th pick, share insights from the combine floor, and debate who could be the best fit for the team on draft night. From Cooper Flagg’s rise to under-the-radar names like Saint Joseph's Rasheer Fleming and Duke's Khaman Maluach, the guys talk development, frontcourt priorities, and the myths of lottery luck. Plus, KC shuts down those conspiracy theories and shares what he's hearing from insiders on the ground.

On this episode of By the Horns, Cam Smith and K.C. Johnson dive into the sizzling offseason chatter as Bulls fans dream about a potential Giannis trade—and K.C. brings a dose of reality to the fantasy. The duo breaks down why the Bucks' superstar isn’t going anywhere anytime soon and what it would actually take to bring him to Chicago. Plus, they go around the NBA Playoff landscape—from the Pacers turning heads to the Knicks' Game 1 stunner, and the Nuggets’ gritty finish against the Thunder. They also reflect on Gregg Popovich’s legendary coaching career and his transition to team president of the Spurs.

Cam Smith and K.C. Johnson are back on By The Horns, presented by Toyota, diving into a spicy NBA Playoffs first round. They kick things off reflecting on the Bulls' offseason position and why playoff scars are necessary for young stars. The guys break down Milwaukee’s collapse and debate whether the Bucks’ championship window is officially closed. Plus, they pick their favorite first-round series, rave about rising young teams like Detroit and Minnesota, and share why seeing NBA legends watch their sons ball out is one of the coolest parts of this postseason. Stay locked in, fight through the playoff sleep deprivation, and make it up to your significant other later — By The Horns is rolling through the best time of the basketball year.

K.C Johnson joins Cam Smith and Drew Stevens on this end of season episode of the By The Horns podcast. We cover everything that happened this season and it effects the Bulls now and into the future. From the expectations going into the season, the end of the Zach LaVine era, Coby White's adaptability, Vučević's career year, and the emergence of rookie Matas Buzelis. We also discuss how the Bulls will approach the offseason and what to look forward to in the future.

The Chicago Bulls' season ends in a disheartening defeat against the Miami Heat in the play-in tournament.  Cam Smith and Drew Stevens break down the 109-90 loss, analyzing the Bulls' struggles, Tyler Hero's dominant performance, and what this means for the team moving forward.  Plus, a heated debate on the NBA's play-in tournament.

On this episode of By The Horns, Cam Smith and K.C. Johnson preview the Bulls play-in matchup against the Miami Heat. They discuss how the Bulls can use their fast paced style to their advantage, the Heat’s 4th quarter struggles, and expectations from key players on both sides. They give their x-factors of the game and the extra motivation in the locker room after Miami ended their season the last two seasons.

On this episode of By The Horns, Cam and Drew break down the Bulls' win against the Miami Heat, focusing on Josh Giddey's historic performance—a stat line only matched by Larry Bird and Giannis Antetokounmpo! We'll dive into the team's impressive synergy, pointing out the contributions of Kevin Huerter and Matas Buzelis. We discuss the Bulls' playoff outlook, the upcoming games against the Wizards and Sixers, and the likely rematch against the Heat in the play-in tournament.  Plus, we speculate on Erik Spoelstra's strategies and the emotional impact of Luka Dončić's return to Dallas. 

Join Cam Smith and Drew Stevens for a new episode of the By the Horns podcast. Fresh off vacation, Cam is back to discuss the wild ride that is the NBA playoffs. We'll dissect the Bulls' surprising decision to rest key players against the Cleveland Cavaliers, a game where the Cavs clinched the number one seed in the East. We'll analyze the implications for the Bulls' play-in tournament seeding and discuss whether the team is prioritizing competitive integrity or playoff positioning. Hear Cam and Drew debate the Bulls' strategy, analyzing the performances of key players like Patrick Williams (who had a season-high 21 points!), and break down the importance of the upcoming games against the Miami Heat and beyond. Plus, we'll discuss the latest NBA drama, including recent coaching changes, and Cam takes a victory lap for Arsenal's 1st leg win over Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-final. See you at the Bernabéu, Cam. Hala Madrid!

On this episode of By the Horns, K.C. Johnson and Drew Stevens discuss the Chicago Bulls' playoff hopes. They analyze the team's remaining schedule, the potential of a future backcourt of Giddey-White, and the importance of the upcoming play-in tournament. Plus, a discussion on Lonzo Ball's potential return and the Bulls' overall future.

K.C. Johnson returns for Episode 12 of The Fastbreak to discuss all things Bulls after a wild week that witnessed one of the craziest plays and sequence in the NBA this year as well as back-to-back losses for the Bulls that have dropped them back to the #10 seed. With a new week and a new month beginning, K.C. details the four storylines he'll be most watching as the Bulls face Toronto and Portland in a two-game home stand this week.