By The Horns: A Chicago Bulls Show

The Bulls are facing the Knicks in back-to-back games after dropping Game 1 in overtime. K.C. Johnson is joined by New York Knicks beat writer for Newsday Sports Steve Popper to discuss the Chicago players on the Knicks, Derrick Rose and Jalen Brunson, Tom Thibodeau's approach to these games and more. K.C. and Rob also give updates on Lonzo Ball and how the Bulls will move forward this season.

In a jam-packed episode, Rob Schaefer, K.C. Johnson and Tony Gill discuss the crushing loss the Bulls took to the Atlanta Hawks in overtime. They also break down the Bulls mini-series against the New York Knicks. Later in the pod, the guys discuss the NBA's announcement that the regular season MVP trophy will be named after Bulls great, Michael Jordan. All that and much more!

After a bad stretch of games, the Bulls get a win against the Washington Wizards at home. Will the team be able to tally a good stretch of games? K.C. Johnson and Rob Schaefer discuss the win and if there's a winning streak coming. They also break down Billy Donovan announcing that Alex Caruso and Javonte Green have officially replaced Ayo Dosunmu and Patrick Williams as starters until further notice. Is it a good move?

With the Bulls coming off a disappointing West Coast road trip, Rob Schaefer and Jason Goff take fan questions about the struggling Bulls and if there is light at the end of the tunnel. The guys discuss their thoughts on if giving Billy Donovan's extension was premature, who gets traded first off the Bulls, why the Bulls' defense is inconsistent, what it would take for the Bulls to trade a core piece, and much more.

With this season and next still left on his contract, Bulls head coach Billy Donovan gets a contract extension from the Bulls to be in Chicago long term before this season started. Why the secrecy? Jason Goff, Tony Gill and Rob Schaefer discuss the Billy extension and how the Bulls signed him. The crew also discuss the issues with the current roster and a lot more. (0:30) - Remembering the Jim Boylen Era (10:20) - Is there a player on the Bulls who will get in people's faces (33:19) - Billy Donovan gets secret contract extension before the season starts (45:09) - Which players will be here for the length of Donovan's contract?

The "What-If" story continues as former Bull Lauri Markkanen continues to shine for his new team, the Utah Jazz. What does Markkanen feel about his time in Chicago? Markkanen joins K.C. Johnson to discuss his time as a Bull, why he's playing so well now and much more. Also in the pod, Rob Schaefer joins K.C. to react to the interview and discuss the Lauri Markkanen era of Bulls basketball and whether fans should be cautious about giving up on Patrick Williams too soon. (8:56) - Lauri Markkanen joins K.C. Johnson for an exclusive interview (10:10) - Lauri breaks down his thoughts on being traded again from Cleveland to Utah and what has been working for him in Utah (13:00) - Importance of his time in Cleveland in building his confidence (16:21) - Being an All-Star is one of his goals this year (19:10) - Markkanen on if he feels like a different player since leaving Chicago (23:00) - Rob and K.C. react to the Markkanen interview and should fans be cautious about giving up on Patrick Williams

The Bulls break a downward spiral by beating the red hot Boston Celtics on Monday night. Will they be able to build momentum after a great win? Rob Schaefer and K.C. Johnson break down how the Bulls beat the hottest team in the NBA after some really bad losses. The guys also discuss Zach LaVine's response in the Celtics game and the upcoming road trip for the Bulls.

The Bulls have lost three straight games and five of the last six to fall to 6-9. And many of the problems plaguing them are reminiscent of their uninspiring finish to last season. Rob Schaefer and Tony Gill identify the real issues the Bulls are facing and brainstorm solutions — from refining the team’s new offense to potential lineup changes. An episode for all fans frustrated by the Bulls’ Big Three, Billy Donovan and the continued absence of Lonzo Ball.

The Bulls took an embarrassing loss to Denver Nuggets on Sunday and fans were not happy. Is it the coach? Is it the players? Is it the roster construction? Rob Schaefer, K.C. Johnson and Jason Goff break down the Bulls’ most recent loss and if there are bigger issues that Lonzo Ball returning won’t fix on its own. This is the episode Bulls fans will want to hear.

In a mailbag edition of the Bulls Talk Podcast, Bulls insiders K.C. Johnson and Rob Schaefer answer your questions about the early start to the Bulls’ 2022-23 campaign. They discuss why the Bulls have been bad in clutch time minutes at the end of games and if that can be fixed, whether Goran Dragić should start over Ayo Dosunmu, what’s wrong with Alex Caruso’s shooting and a lot more.