By The Horns: A Chicago Bulls Show

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

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

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).

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)

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

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)

On this edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Mark Schanowski and Kevin Anderson are joined by SB Nation’s Ricky O’Donnell. 0:45 - Reaction to Lauri Markkanen being shut down for rest of the season 4:05 - On Otto Porter Jr. and his fit in the Bulls rebuild 6:40 - Ricky explains why Bulls are still several moves away from making playoffs’ 8:25 - Ricky on being a realist with his Bulls fandom 9:30 - How much stock can be put into how well played in February 11:15 - On Bulls point guard situation—scouting Ja Morant 16:10 - On Darius Garland and his NBA projection 19:00 - On Carolina’s Coby White 19:45 - On Gonzaga’s Brandon Clarke 22:35 - On Gonzaga’s Rui Hachimura 23:25 - Ricky’s best memes and moments from the Bulls season 25:30 - On RJ Barrett and Cam Reddish 29:30 - Should Bulls trade up or down in the draft? 26:05 - Boom or bust out of Nassir Little, Keldon Johnson, Kevin Porter Jr, and Romeo Langford

On this edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Mark Schanowski, Kendall Gill, and Kelly Crull react to the Bulls loss to the Jazz and the mounting injuries. 0:45 Kelly on making the transition to covering the Cubs 1:20 On Bulls limping to the finish line 2:35 On Paxson addressing the media before the Jazz game 4:15 Kendall on Chandler Hutchison 6:20 On Wendell Carter Jr and his leadership and expectations for next season 8:40 Kendall on next season, and his conversation with Robin Lopez 12:40 Kendall makes an analogy on Bulls needing a veteran to elephants 13:45 On Otto Porter Jr and his status for the last few weeks 14:50 On NCAA Tournament and NBA draft prospects; Ja Morant 20:20 Kendall on being recruited by Depaul when he was in high school 22:30 On what LaVine and Markkanen need to improve on during offseason 23:45 Other players biggest improvements 24:55 More on Kendall’s interview with Robin Lopez 25:40 On Sweet Sixteen

On this edition of this Bulls Talk Podcast, Mark Schanowski, Kendall Gill, and Will Perdue remember Michael Jordan’s comeback game in 1995, and get you ready for the NCAA Tournament 0:45 On difficulty playing the last month of the season after being eliminated from playoff contention 3:50 On Kris Dunn and his struggle playing consistently 5:45 Why Markkanen is slumping in March 7:50 On Jordan’s comeback in 1995 and his first game back, against the Pacers 14:35 On why Jordan eventually switched back to #23 after wearing #45 16:30 Perdue on getting traded for Dennis Rodman 17:45 Our NCAA Tourney preview including likely upsets and bracket advice