By The Horns: A Chicago Bulls Show

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May 2, 2019 • 33min

Ep. 171: Stacey King on Bulls future and Zion’s pro potential

On this edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Bulls TV analyst Stacey King joins Mark Schanowski and Kendall Gill. 0:45 Stacey King on his offseason and impressions of the playoffs 1:30 On James Harden and his play in the Rockets - Warriors series 2:50 On Bucks - Celtics 4:30 What has to happen for Blazers to advance to Western Conference Finals 5:30 Stacey on Nikola Jokic 6:40 On Jimmy Butler and taking over games 8:20 Importance of the draft lottery and the Zion impact 10:00 On Zion’s possible fit with the Bulls 11:55 Comparisons for Zion Williamson including Shawn Kemp and Larry Johnson 15:00 Kendall on Larry Johnson and challenges for Zion 16:10 Why Stacey isn’t that concerned with Zion’s jump shot 19:00 On Bulls young core and adding a veteran free agent this summer 22:05 Kendall beats his ‘Bring Rose back’ drum 23:45 Stacey agrees with Kendall on bringing Rose back 27:05 Stacey on his Lionel Richie impression 29:20 Kendall on his recent boxing analyst work for DAZN
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May 1, 2019 • 30min

Ep. 170: Conversation with Tom Haberstroh

On this edition of the Bulls Talk Podcast, NBC Sports National NBA Insider Tom Haberstroh joins Mark Schanowski. 0:50 On league arranging referees for Rockets- Warriors 4:00 On Harden actively working to get foul calls on jump shots and possible rule solutions 6:55 Does Houston have any chance if Harden doesn’t regain his form? 8:30 On Nuggets- Blazers and emergence of Nikola Jokic 11:12 On Jimmy Butler and how he’s one of the biggest clutch players in the NBA 13:37 On Butler and free agency this summer 16:55 On Bucks- Celtics Game 1 and the defense on Giannis 20:30 On the draft lottery and Zion’s impact on any franchise who gets the 1st pick 22:25 On Bulls young core and potential to make a significant leap next season 25:15 Bulls PG options this summer including Derrick Rose and Patrick Beverley 27:45 Best-case scenario in free agency and how Bulls should approach July
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Apr 26, 2019 • 29min

Ep. 169: Sean Highkin on Zion’s impact and Kris Dunn’s future

On this edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Mark Schanowski is joined by Sean Highkin. 0:30 - On the atmosphere in Portland and Damian Lillard’s unreal game winner vs OKC 4:30 - On expectations for the Blazers now 6:30 - On Enes Kanter 8:00 - On Russell Westbrook and his approach to the media 9:25 - On OKC’s future 12:00 - Why Sean feels better about the Bulls 13:30 - On Zion Williamson and his potential as a pro 15:35 - Are Bulls better off getting the 2nd pick? 16:40 - On Darius Garland and his small sample size 17:50 - On Kris Dunn and why his time with the Bulls hasn’t lived up to expectations 19:15 - Why Sean doesn’t like a potential Rose return to the Bulls 23:30 - What are the best veteran free agents that the Bulls should target this summer? 26:50 - On Zion’s impact on any team that drafts him, and the drop-off after him
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Apr 24, 2019 • 33min

Ep. 168: How will the Bulls fill their PG need? Options in draft and free agency

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Apr 18, 2019 • 34min

Ep. 167: Conversation with Sun-Times reporter Joe Cowley

Description: On this edition of the Bulls Talk Podcast, Mark Schanowski is joined by Sun-Times Bulls beat writer Joe Cowley. 0:45 - On perception that Cowley is looking for negative stories 3:00 - On making the switch from covering the White Sox to the Bulls; his relationship with Jerry Reinsdorf 5:50 - On misconceptions about Michael Reinsdorf 8:05 - On Jim Boylen and why he’s so well-liked by the front office 11:10 - On relationship between Boylen and Zach LaVine, impact of Otto Porter trade 15:05 - On the Porter trade working out better than expectations 18:30 - On future of Kris Dunn with the Bulls 20:05 - On potential of Bulls landing free agent Patrick Beverley 22:40 - On Bulls needing a ‘tough guy’ on the court 24:25 - Potential of Robin Lopez returning, draft won’t impact the decision 27:10 - Is Derrick Rose a potential option next season? 30:30 - Should Bulls have done more in trying to build around Jimmy Butler? 32:30 - Why Kyrie Irving will be first major move of the NBA offseason
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Apr 15, 2019 • 31min

Ep. 166: Exclusive interview with Jim Boylen

On this edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Mark Schanowski sits down with Bulls head coach Jim Boylen to get his thoughts on the team, star players Zach LaVine and Lauri Markkanen, and his goal to win a title. 1:00 What he’s learned about being a head coach vs assistant coach 3:20 Who he leans on for support on and off the court 5:10 On pride in the organization and the influence basketball had on him as a kid 7:55 On joining the Bulls as an assistant under Fred Hoiberg, then as a head coach 9:50 On players buying in to his program, relationship with Zach LaVine 11:58 On playing more up-tempo in February and hope for next season 13:55 On what he wants to see from his players this offseason 15:40 On potential roster changes this summer and adding veterans 17:35 Impact of Otto Porter Jr 20:10 On Lauri Markkanen and areas he needs to improve in 22:18 On Kris Dunn and the team’s approach this offseason to point guard 24:20 On the several members of the Windy City Bulls getting significant playing time at the end of the season 26:28 What he will work on this summer 28:44 On his goal of bringing a championship to the Bulls
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Apr 11, 2019 • 37min

Ep. 165: John Paxson’s End of Season Address

In this edition of the Bulls Talk podcast Bulls President John Paxson gives his season ending press conference. He explains why the Bulls can make a substantial leap next season (4:52). Plus Paxson says the organization has not given up on Kris Dunn, but will address the point guard position this offseason. (7:17) A contract extension could be in the works for Head Coach Jim Boylen (11:20) and why Paxson believes that Boylen's style is resonating with players. (15:12) He also addresses the team's approach to free agency this summer. (21:53) And why he's happy with what he saw from the players this year (30:02) and what Lauri Markkanen needs to do to improve this summer. (31:51).
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Apr 11, 2019 • 31min

Ep. 164: Wrapping up the 2018-19 season

On this edition of the Bulls Talk Podcast Mark Schanowski is joined by Kendall Gill and Will Perdue as the guys put a bow on the 2018-19 season. It was a difficult season for the Bulls young core dealing with injuries and an in season coaching change. (:23) The guys debate who will emerge as the team leader next season and the best way to build team chemistry in the offseason. (2:10) With the point guard position in a state of flux, have the Bulls already moved on from Kris Dunn? (8:14) The guys discuss the possible return of Derrick Rose, but would he be open to coming off the bench? (12:00) Plus they look at the Bulls front court and who will back up Wendell Carter next year and the future of Robin Lopez. (18:45) It was a rough year under Jim Boylen in his first season behind the bench, but building trust in year 2 could be pivotal for the team's success next season. (22:15)
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Apr 9, 2019 • 18min

Ep. 163: NBA Player agent B.J. Armstrong on the new documentary, POOH: The Derrick Rose Story

On the latest edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, former Bulls’ 3-time champion guard and current player agent B.J. Armstrong joins Mark Schanowski to discuss the new documentary, POOH: The Derrick Rose Story which airs Thursday at 6 p.m. on watchstadium.com/live. Armstrong reveals the motivation behind the project and why Rose wanted to let his fans see what he’s really like with unprecedented access to his daily life. Armstrong also talks about Rose’s incredible bounce back season with the Minnesota Timberwolves and the possibility of a Chicago homecoming in free agency this summer. Plus, Armstrong shares stories about his playing days with the Bulls and his memories of NBC Sports Chicago analysts Will Perdue and Horace Grant. 00:00 BJ Armstrong explains the D-Rose documentary 01:30 Behind the scenes of the documentary 02:45 More than just about the game on the court 4:00 Derrick’s battle back from injury 4:45 Learning the game of patience 5:15 Derrick figures out how to play a ‘different way’ after injury 6:00 Derrick in the news off the court 6:30 Reacting to the trade to the Knicks 08:00 Rose rebounds with the Timberwolves 09:45 Seeing the other side of Derrick Rose 12:00 How to watch the documentary 13:00 Rose back to the Bulls? 15:00 Running with the Bulls of the ‘90s
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Apr 4, 2019 • 25min

Ep. 162: Roles for next year

On this edition of the Bulls Talk podcast Mark Schanowski, Kendall Gill and Will Perdue discuss the point guard situation for next year. What's next for Ryan Arcidiacono? (0:45), is there room on the roster for Shaq Harrison (2:30) and why next year is a make it or break it year for Denzel Valentine (3:00). The guys look at some potential 2nd round picks for the Bulls (4:30) and is Carsen Edwards size holding him back (5:20). The guys give their picks to win the NCAA title (11:00) and Kendall explains why he's not impressed with RJ Barrett (13:00). Plus a proposal to avoid tanking and make late games more interesting for lottery teams. (16:00). The guys also give their picks for MVP (19:30) and discuss whether the Warriors are preparing for another title run. (22:00)

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