EMERGENCY POD: Josh Giddey, Chicago Bulls reach 4-YEAR DEAL | CHGO Bulls Podcast

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss whether the 2025-26 Chicago Bulls season is the most important year to date in the Arturas Karnsisovas and Marc Eversley Era. With the DeMar-Zach-Lonzo years officially behind them, and a younger core of players trying to make noise in the East, what must AKME get right this season to put the Bulls on the best track forward? What happens if this season starts to spiral? The stakes are low for the executives with fresh contract extensions, but the stakes couldn’t be higher for getting this rebuild (that isn’t a rebuild) right. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb also react to Nikola Vucevic landing #13 in HoopsHype’s Top 26 Centers rankings for 2025-26.

The CHGO Bulls crew continues to break down Josh Giddey's new four-year contract with the Chicago Bulls. Which player, specifically starters, will benefit most from Giddey staying in Chicago long-term? Is it Matas Buzelis, Giddey's alley-oop partner? Or Kevin Huerter, who will be on the receiving end of his drive and kicks? Maybe it's his backcourt teammate Coby White? Matt Peck, Big Dave, and Will Gottlieb discuss.  

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss their goals for Ayo Dosunmu in the 2025-26 Chicago Bulls season. The Chicago native and Bulls fan favorite is coming off of season-ending shoulder surgery, but is reportedly ahead of schedule in his recovery and ready for training camp. What must Ayo prove this season, playing on the final year of his current contract? And will he become a serious trade candidate now that Josh Giddey has been paid, and the organization will also have to pay big money to keep Coby White? Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb react to a Bleacher Report trade proposal that would send Dosunmu to the Denver Nuggets.

The CHGO Bulls crew continue their discussion on Josh Giddey signing a 4-year, $100 million contract to remain a key roster piece for the Chicago Bulls. How will his contract impact the next steps in Arturas Karnisovas’ roster-building plan? Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb look at the Bulls’ books and try to map out potential deals for Coby White and Ayo Dosunmu, and determine cap space in the coming years. Plus, what must Josh Giddey prove this season to validate his contract and AK’s vision of him as a cornerstone of the franchise?

BREAKING NEWS: the Chicago Bulls and Josh Giddey have agreed on a four-year, $100 million deal. Now that the wait is finally over, the CHGO Bulls crew breaks down the reported extension that locks Giddey in with Chicago on a long-term deal. Is $25 million annually good value? Could the Bulls have squeezed him harder in negotiations? Matt Peck, Big Dave, and Will Gottlieb discuss.

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss Billy Donovan’s induction into the Hall of Fame, and what he must do prove himself with the Chicago Bulls in the 2025-26 season. Several players who’ve played for Donovan - including current Bulls - showed up to support their coach, who’s seemingly beloved by all those who play for him. Coby White was among those singing his praises. But being well-liked isn’t enough to win at the highest level. So, what will be the biggest challenges facing Donovan this year? Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb kick off their annual “Prove It” series, issuing specific goals for Donovan to accomplish this season.

On this episode of CHGO Bulls, See Red Fred of the Big Red Bus podcast joins Big Dave and Will Gottlieb in studio. They discuss new changes to the NBA All-Star Game. Will it help increase viewership and competitiveness? They also discuss Billy Donovan will being inducted into the Hall Of Fame this weekend. Plus, Issac Okoro was the big off-season move for the Chicago Bulls. Is he the 3 and D answer the Bulls have been looking for? Will he be the starter on opening night? Also, Hoops Hype released there Top 26 power forwards in the league and no Bulls player made the cut. Will Matas Buzelis be on the list next year? Are he and Okoro the answers to the Bulls frontcourt issues?

On this episode, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb get into the news from Bobby Marks that the Bulls offered Josh Giddey 4yrs 88 million. Should Giddey take this offer? Should the Bulls be willing to increase it? Plus, Cam Thomas has signed a QO with the Nets. What does this news mean for other RFAs and more importantly, Josh Giddey? How will this effect his ongoing contract negotiations with the Bulls? Also, what if Josh Giddey takes the QO and balls out or stinks? What would be the options for him and the team for either outcome? Finally, the crew goes over the teams that are listed to have cap space next season. Does this make the danger of Josh Giddey becoming an UFA next season more of a reality?

On this episode of CHGO Bulls, the crew continues to celebrate the BBBSA Month Of Giving! Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss Nikola Vucevic announcing his retirement from his Montenegro National team (but not from the NBA). How much time does he have left on his NBA career? Plus, Talen Horton-Tucker may be taking a deal to go to the Euroleague. What does this mean as far as a roster spot for the Bulls? Also, the crew breaks down the Bulls bench rotation. Who will be the first player off the bench...Julian Phillips, Dalen Terry, Kevin Huerter? Whose minutes will increase and whose will take a hit? Finally, the crew give there top 5 Bulls players they would like to have in there Players Box at the US Open. What players would you have in your Players Box?

On this episode of CHGO Bulls, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb help kick off the CHGO/ALL CITY Big Brothers and Big Sisters Month of Giving! President and CEO of BBBS Metropolitan Chicago Jeremy Foster joins us for a segment to talk about the incredible foundation and what you can do to help the youth of Chicago and nationwide. Plus, we ask the question what's the biggest unknown for the Chicago Bulls 2025-26 season? Is it Josh Giddey continuing what he did in the second half of last season? Is it Coby White becoming an NBA All-Star? Or Matas Buzelis ascending in his second year? Also, which five Bulls players, past or present, would you invite to your players box to cheer you on at the US Open?