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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.

Adam Amin joins the CHGO Bulls show to open up about his friendship and broadcast partnership with the late Stacey King. Amin reflects on his time alongside King calling Chicago Bulls basketball and the special chemistry they shared both inside and outside the broadcast booth. From Stacey’s legendary personality to the memories they created together, Amin shares what made King such a beloved figure in Chicago sports.   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 are joined by Salim Suterwalla and Edward Shuler Jr. of the Bulls Gold Podcast to break down several Bulls related topics. The NBA has released two more nationally televised games for the Bulls. Who will the Bulls face in these two games? Could they see more games added to the national broadcast schedule as the season goes? Plus, the Bulls have several players that have a lot to prove this season. Which starter and bench player do the guys think have the most to prove and why? Does Tiago Splitter have to prove anything this season or does he get a pass? Also, we find out what the Bulls Gold crew are looking forward to the most this season. Is it the growth of Caleb Wilson? Josh Giddey potentially becoming an All Star? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Adam Amin gives his insight on why Caleb Wilson and Matas Buzelis could become a dynamic frontcourt duo for the Chicago Bulls. Amin, a veteran play-by-play broadcaster who calls Bulls games, breaks down how Wilson’s athleticism, rebounding and defensive versatility could complement Buzelis’ scoring and perimeter skill. The Bulls selected Wilson No. 4 overall in the 2026 NBA Draft after his impressive freshman season at North Carolina, adding another exciting young piece alongside Buzelis. Could Caleb Wilson and Matas Buzelis become the foundation of the next era of Chicago Bulls basketball?   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 discuss expectations for Dailyn Swain, Rob Dillingham and Leonard Miller for the upcoming 2026-27 Chicago Bulls season. Peck and Big Dave review potential roles for these three players. Will any of them be on the fringe of Tiago Splitter’s rotation to begin the season? Which of them is most likely to claim a permanent role? Plus, the guys review a recent Josh Giddey interview in which he speaks confidently about his injury rehab and the team’s competitive ceiling this season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.