Could Taj Gibson Coaching Mean MORE Old Bulls Returning?! | CHGO Bulls Podcast

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss the possible impact of Taj Gibson returning to the Chicago Bulls as an assistant coach on Tiago Splitter’s staff. In addition to working with young forwards and possible franchise cornerstones Caleb Wilson and Matas Buzelis, what else will Taj bring to the team? And could his return lead to more former Bulls players from the post-dynasty glory days getting involved with the organization in some capacity? Peck and Big Dave also react to the Bulls officially announced training camp schedule, which includes an open practice at Horner Park! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew take a look at ESPN's 3-year-outlook power rankings for the Chicago Bulls among their NBA competitors. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss whether the Bulls' ranking position is fair or too low. Also, with roster questions looming, the Bulls will look to free agency in the next 3 years to find the right talent to help them contend. Does Caleb Wilson by himself make the Bulls a free agent destination? Does his growth decide what free agents look towards the Bulls? Plus, what type of team will the Bulls be in 3 years? If they are not closer to contending but there is growth from the young stars, would that be acceptable or seen as a negative? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest CHGO Bulls, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb react to NBA Commissioner's Adam Silver's latest comments regarding NBA Expansion in 2028. Who should the Bulls protect when this new basketball landscape takes hold? Could Josh Giddey be that player? Check out the latest intel on the future of the NBA and the Bulls! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew is all about expanding on this episode. We dive into NBA Commissioner Adam Silver’s press conference where he announced Las Vegas and Seattle as the two cities that are moving towards being selected as the sites for the new NBA teams. What are the guidelines and regulations for this going forward? Plus, with this announcement, it also means there will be an expansion draft. What players would the Bulls NOT protect? Should Josh Giddey be protected? Also, the guys discuss the possible effects of restructuring divisions, conferences and future playoff structure. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome in beautiful people! The CHGO Bulls crew talk with the Founder of Stria Sport Eric Porter. He joins the show to talk what's new with his awesome company, upcoming releases, his partnership with Andre Drummond as Creative Director + Equity Owner and his thoughts on the Bulls offseason and future. Plus, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb get into the new NBA salary cap projection numbers for 2027-28. Find out how this effects not only the league but the Bulls and their options for signing big free agents in the near future. Also, a new rankings list on power forwards by HoopsHype have both Caleb Wilson and Matas Buzelis represented. With Caleb Wilson being touted as the future of the team, is Matas Buzelis destined to be a secondary option? Would that be the best use of him and his talents on this team? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Happy Monday! The CHGO Bulls crew get into the big news that 17-year-vet Taj Gibson is retiring from the NBA and is joing the Chicago Bulls coaching staff. We'll discuss what this means for team and what Taj Gibson the player means to Bulls Nation. We will also discuss the report that the NBA has increased the salary cap for the upcoming season. What does this mean for the league and more importantly, what does this mean for the Chicago Bulls? Also, we get into reports that the Bulls had interest in Jonathan Kuminga but would not adhere to his demands to start and be the closer in close games. Are they in the position to be able to turn down talent like Kuminga? Plus, the Memphis Grizzlies have to make roster cuts after their recent trade with the New Orleans Pelicans. Should the Bulls be interested in any of the players that may be cut? Should they have a focus on D’Angelo Russell if the Grizzlies decide to let him go? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew get right into the mailbag questions direct from Will Gottlieb. Since there were so many awesome questions from you all that were sent to Will for his mailbag article, we wanted to give time to the ones he wasn't able to answer in his article. Great questions like Do the Bulls view Josh Giddey as part of the future? What makes this a successful season for the Bulls? What trades for superstar talent could the Bulls logically make? Also, questions about the Bulls coaching staff, draft capital and yes, even boy bands. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

CHGO Bulls Presents: The Run. Episode V. Drew Stevens and Big Dave talk about the Bulls new patch each players jersey will have this season honoring Stacey King. The team also revealed they will have a celebration of life for Stacey King in February. The crew discusses what that night may will be like and more about the player and legendary broadcaster. Plus, ESPN has released tier rankings for all 30 NBA teams. What tier does the Beloved wind up in? How likely is it the Bulls shock national media pundits this season? Also, with Coach Tiago Splitter implementing a brand new system, the crew takes a look at which players they think will thrive and which ones will struggle. Is this system built for Josh Giddey to thrive in? Will Dailyn Swain struggle within it? And of course, the crew dives into Hip Hop History. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew get into the news that the Los Angeles Lakers will unveil a new statue for the 11-time champion coach Phil Jackson. Should the Bulls have been the 1st team to give Coach Jackson this honor? Plus, we dive into Joe Cowley's article about Matas Buzelis and how he has become the forgotten man this offseason. Is Matas being disrespected? What must Buzelis accomplish this season to take that next big step? Also, the Athletic released their list of top-40 shooting guards and the top-40 forwards. How many Bulls made the list? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Bulls crew dive right into the latest NBA trade between the New Orleans Pelicans and Memphis Grizzlies that also included beloved ex-Bull Taj Gibson. Is this a trade the Chicago Bulls should have made? Are the Bulls being too passive in their off-season dealings? Plus, a new ESPN article recaps the Bulls offseason and previews the upcoming season. Do they think the Bulls will be better than predicted? How did they feel about the off-season moves the Bulls made? Also, ESPN lists Nic Claxton as the Bulls X Factor this season. Join Big Dave and Will ‘The Goat’ Gottlieb as they debate who will be the biggest X-Factors for the Bulls! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.