

By The Horns: A Chicago Bulls Show
Chicago Sports Network
Welcome to By The Horns, a podcast covering the Chicago Bulls. Hosted by Bulls Countdown Live host Camron Smith and CHSN Bulls Insider K.C. Johnson. We’ll bring you the latest updates along with guest interviews and breaking news. Episodes are released every Tuesday and Thursday.
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Jun 6, 2019 • 26min
Ep. 181: Draft scouting with Ricky O’Donnell; Ricky and Kendall debate Rose
On this edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Mark Schanowski is joined by Kendall Gill and Ricky O’Donnell.
0:45 Should Bulls trade back or out of the 1st round this year?
1:55 Could the Bulls land a star with the 7th pick?
3:00 Ricky’s concerns and upside with Coby White
5:02 The likelihood that White, Garland, and Morant are all off the board before the Bulls pick
6:30 Can Dunn and White play together?
7:25 On the Bulls seemingly working out only 2nd round picks at the Advocate Center
8:45 On potential of Bulls trading that 7th pick or getting a point guard in free agency
10:50 Ricky on why trading for Lonzo Ball would be the right move
12:35 On Jarrett Culver and if he’d be a good fit on the Bulls
14:20 Scouting report on De’Andre Hunter
15:55 The great debate: Ricky vs Kendall on if Bulls should sign Derrick Rose
21:30 Ricky on why Rose doesn’t fit with the current Bulls roster
22:55 Gut feeling on what Bulls do with the 7th pick
25:10 Ricky on Cam Reddish

Jun 5, 2019 • 27min
Ep. 180: Celtics Insider A. Sherrod Blakely on pursuit of Anthony Davis
On this edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Mark Schanowski and Kevin Anderson are joined by Celtics Insider A. Sherrod Blakely
1:30 - On Celtics losing 4 straight to the Bucks and a disappointing postseason run
3:58 - On Kyrie Irving and free agency
7:10 - Does Irving returning to Boston make them better than Philly or Toronto?
10:30 - Handicapping the Celtics odds of re-signing Irving
12:30 - On Anthony Davis and if a potential trade is linked to Irving’s decision
15:25 - On the Celtics ‘best’ offer for Davis and if Ainge will do a deal
17:45 - Would Celtics trade Tatum, Brown, and their three 1st round picks for Davis?
20:00 - On Terry Rozier and what it would take for the Bulls or another team to get the restricted free agent
22:44 - On Marcus Morris and why Sherrod likes his skillset
24:35 - On the media hoops tournament at the NBA finals

May 31, 2019 • 27min
Ep. 179: Dennis Krause joins to discuss where the Bucks went wrong
On this edition of the Bulls Talk Podcast Mark Schanowski is joined by Bucks radio broadcaster Dennis Krause. The guys talk about what went wrong for the Bucks in the Eastern Conference Finals. (:30) Plus what Giannis Antetokounmpo can learn from their loss to the Raptors. (5:00) Is Giannis planning to leave Milwaukee when his contract is up? (7:00) Plus what does the future hold for Niko Mirotic? (10:00) The guys discuss whether the Bucks would decide to match a contract offer to restricted free agent Malcolm Brogdon. (15:00) Krause explains why Brogdon would be a good fit in Chicago. (23:00)

May 29, 2019 • 36min
Ep. 178: Radio play by play broadcaster Chuck Swirsky joins the podcast
On this edition of the Bulls Talk Podcast radio play by play broadcaster Chuck Swirsky joins Mark Schanowski. Chuck shares his favorite memories from his time broadcasting Raptors games. (3:15) The guys discuss the Eastern Conference Finals and Chuck explains why the Bucks loss wasn't much of a surprise. (7:00) Plus why role players like Fred Van Vleet could play a huge role for the Raptors in The Finals. (15:30) And Chuck makes a bold prediction that Toronto will shock the world. (17:00) The guys also talk about the Bulls options in next month's draft. (23:15) Plus they discuss some potential free agent targets. (27:30) And Chuck explains why he's excited about one of the Bulls new coaching hires. (34:30)

May 24, 2019 • 24min
Ep. 177: ESPN analyst Jordan Cornette previews the 2019 NBA Draft
On this edition of the Bulls Talk Podcast, Mark Schanowski is joined by ESPN college basketball analyst Jordan Cornette to discuss some of the prospects who may be available for the Bulls at No. 7 as well as what the team may do in free agency because of it.
0:45 What’s coming up for Jordan
2:20 Impact of Bulls dropping to seven in the draft
3:45 On Cam Reddish and his pro potential, should Bulls take him?
5:50 Should Bulls take a risk at 7 and go with highest potential? Jarrett Culver discussion
7:55 On Kevin Porter Jr and Nassir Little, too risky to take at 7? Jordan explains why Luguentz Dort is his sleeper
10:35 On mid first round and potential for risk among teams
13:20 Bulls 2nd round pick options, why PG probably won’t be an option at 7
15:00 Jordan’s pick for the Bulls at 7
16:50 On free agency, Bulls need at PG
19:08 Jordan on a potential Derrick Rose return
21:14 Do either the Bucks or Raptors have a chance vs Golden State?

May 23, 2019 • 30min
Ep. 176: Special guest Sarah Kustok
On this edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Mark Schanowski and Kendall Gill are joined by Nets broadcaster and Chicago native Sarah Kustok.
1:30 How Sarah manages a very busy schedule working multiple roles
3:00 On the next step for the Brooklyn Nets
5:30 Sarah on being a pioneer in broadcasting and why she didn’t feel too much pressure
7:30 On the MVP race
8:45 Kendall explains his disdain for Harden not getting travel calls
11:00 Potential for the Bulls next season
13:55 Kendall, again, wants Derrick Rose back with the Bulls
15:00 On lottery night, reaction in Chicago and New York
16:20 Mark’s lottery reform and anti-tanking idea
18:00 Sarah’s summer plans
20:15 Sarah on when she returns to the United Center and Chicago
22:00 Kendall on his analyst work for DAZN boxing
23:30 Sarah on being a role-model to young female broadcasters
25:20 On Nets in free agency this summer

May 17, 2019 • 24min
Ep. 175: Vincent Goodwill talks Draft picks, Jimmy Butler and the Bucks
In our latest Bulls Talk Podcast Mark Schanowski is joined by Yahoo's Vincent Goodwill. The guys discuss just how far Cam Reddish will fall. (2:00) Will Coby White be a reach at 7 overall or should the Bulls trade their top pick? (4:30) With a clear need at point guard, Vincent explains why Mike Conley would be a perfect fit for the Bulls. (10:09) Will Jimmy Butler get a max deal to stay in Philadelphia? (15:12) Do the Bucks have a chance to unseat the Warriors? (17:00) And the guys discuss how Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving could coexist in New York. (19:50)

May 15, 2019 • 15min
Ep. 174: Paxson shares his initial reaction to the Draft Lottery results
On this edition of the Bulls Talk podcast Bulls Vice President John Paxson joins Mark Schanowski. Paxson shares his initial reaction to the Draft Lottery results. (:53) He also talks about the Bulls history of drafting at #7. (2:54) Paxson discusses all the options the Bulls have in relation to trading up or down. (3:36) Plus will the Bulls select the best player available or focus on a position of need. (4:30) And what is Kris Dunn's future with the team? (7:45) Plus Paxson explains why the Bulls biggest improvement this offseason might come from within the organization. (11:30)

May 10, 2019 • 42min
Ep. 173: The Bulls Outsiders join the podcast
On this edition of the Bulls Talk Podcast, Mark Schanowski is joined by the Bulls Outsiders: Matt Peck, John Sabine, and Dave Watson.
1:00- Importance of Tuesday’s lottery and if Zion Williamson is that big a difference maker
4:20 - On Ja Morant and potential fit with the Bulls
8:00 - On concerns with a Morant-LaVine backcourt
10:30 - On Kris Dunn, and if he’s likely to be on Bulls next season
12:50 - How the draft will have a major impact on what Bulls do in free agency
15:00 - On potential of Terry Rozier in free agency
16:00 - On Ricky Rubio and option of Zach LaVine running point
18:10 - Mark on why he doesn’t think RJ Barrett would be a good fit on the Bulls
20:10 - On potential of trading up to get Morant at 2
22:30 - Matt Peck on why signing Derrick Rose this summer would be a bad idea, Sabine explains why it could eventually work
24:50 - We play ‘NBA Draft Lottery’ Jeopardy with Matt, Dave, and John

May 9, 2019 • 33min
Ep. 172: The most-anticipated lottery since 2003
On this edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Mark Schanowski is joined by Kendall Gill and Will Perdue.
0:45 On the most anticipated draft lottery since 2003
2:40 Is Zion overhyped? Kendall makes Larry Johnson comparison
5:00 Info on our NBA Draft Lottery watch party at Public House
5:50 On Ja Morant and self-confidence
7:55 On a potential Kris Dunn- Ja Morant PG battle
10:50 Should Bulls trade up to get Morant if they fall in the lottery?
13:00 On Boston’s struggles vs the Bucks
15:40 On Sixers and what’s going wrong
17:40 On Nuggets and Nikola Jokic
19:00 On a potential Bucks-Raptors matchup in the conference finals
21:00 Can Rockets pull out the series vs Golden State?
23:15 Could this be the end of the Warriors dynasty run?
24:30 Kendall on why he thinks Durant will leave in free agency
26:00 Kendall on reaction to his son saying Curry was his favorite player—and KG was 2nd
27:20 Why the 2nd pick can be a major drop off in talent from 1st overall
29:10 On the impact Zion will have on a team—on and off the court


