Lonzo Ball TRADED to Cavs! Chicago Bulls Land Isaac Okoro in Bold Move | CHGO Bulls Podcast

The CHGO Bulls crew review a variety of draft grades for the Chicago Bulls selecting Noa Essengue with the 12th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. Most NBA media outlets gave them high marks, As and Bs, while also noting the “long-term project” element of the Essengue pick. But many believe if he develops to his full potential, the Bulls may have found a Pascal Siakam level player. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb also discuss Lachlan Olbrich’s NBL teammate Will ‘Davo’ Hickey joining the Bulls Summer League roster. Plus, the guys open an Arena Club slab pack in the new segment “Cards from the Vault”!

The CHGO Bulls crew dive into the latest NBA Free Agency news, including updates on Chicago Bulls restricted free agent Josh Giddey and the Bulls’ continued connection to Jonathan Kuminga. Brian Windhorst stated that according to his sources, there won’t be a Giddey deal done “anytime soon.” What should Bulls fans make of this? And are the Bulls actually still in play for a Kuminga sign-and-trade with the Warriors? Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb also talk to Bob Schmidt of the Fear the ‘Fro Podcast to get his take on trade acquisition Isaac Okoro. Plus, Bulls draft grades!

The CHGO Bulls crew are LIVE on Day 2 of NBA Free Agency, breaking down the latest deals and their potential impact on Chicago Bulls moves. What have the signings and trades of several centers, including Myles Turner, done to the trade market for Nikola Vucevic? Are the Bulls now in total control of their negotiations with restricted free agent Josh Giddey? And are they still listening to offers for Coby White or Ayo Dosunmu? Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb also chat with French National Basketball coach Romain Leroy, who has had an up-close look at the early development of the Bulls #12 pick Noa Essengue.

The CHGO Bulls crew are LIVE for the first hour of the NBA’s 2025 free agency window opening. Will we quickly see the Chicago Bulls and Josh Giddey come to terms on a new contract? Meanwhile, trade rumors are flying around Ayo Dosunmu and Coby White. Could one of them be moved, and is Tre Jones a target to re-sign as he likely fields many suitors as an unrestricted free agent? Plus, what would it take for the Bulls to pull off a sign-and-trade deal to acquire Jonathan Kuminga from the Golden State Warriors?

BREAKING NEWS! The Chicago Bulls have sent Lonzo Ball to the Cleveland Cavaliers in exchange for Isaac Okoro. The CHGO Bulls crew reacts live to this seismic trade, dissecting what it means for Lonzo's future, the Bulls' roster construction, and whether adding Okoro is the right move for Chicago. Is this a shrewd gamble or a massive mistake? Tune in for instant analysis from Matt Peck, Big Dave Watson, and Will Gottlieb.

Join the CHGO Bulls crew for a LIVE watchalong of the Second Round of the 2025 NBA Draft. Matt Peck, Big Dave Watson, and Will Gottlieb analyze picks from all 30 teams, including the Chicago Bulls. After trading down from 45 to 55, will the Bulls actually use their draft pick? Or are more trades in their future? Find out LIVE with the CHGO Bulls crew.

The CHGO Bulls crew are back after Night 1 of the 2025 NBA Draft to break down the press conference from Chicago Bulls GM Marc Eversley. Marc spoke on Wednesday night after the Bulls selected French forward Noa Essengue with the 12th overall pick. What vision do the Bulls have for Essengue’s player profile and role on the team’s future? Plus, Eversley answered questions about the team’s timeline back to contending, and where they plan to find their franchise player. Peck, Big Dave, Will Gottlieb and Will Perdue review the ins and outs of the Bulls front office’s message.

Join the CHGO Bulls crew for a LIVE watchalong of the 2025 NBA Draft. Matt Peck, Big Dave Watson, Will Gottlieb, and Will Perdue analyze picks from all 30 teams, including the Chicago Bulls. As the names slowly come off the Bulls big board, will they make a move to land higher in the draft? Are the rumors of their focus on big men - Khaman Maluach, Joan Beringer, Collin Murray-Boyles, Thomas Sorber - true? Find out LIVE with the CHGO Bulls crew.

The CHGO Bulls crew discuss how Jrue Holiday's trade from the Boston Celtics to the Portland Trail Blazers will affect the Chicago Bulls' future NBA Draft positioning. The Trail Blazers owe the Bulls a first round pick from a trade that has yet to convey. Does getting Holiday put the Blazers farther away from the NBA Draft Lottery? And will that mean the Bulls will have a worse pick?

The CHGO Bulls crew break down all the latest intel surrounding the Chicago Bulls on the eve of the 2025 NBA Draft! Jake Fischer reports hearing whispers around the league that the Bulls could trade up on draft night to get the big man they covet. Meanwhile, Noa Essengue and Collin Murray-Boyles are two names that keep getting tied to Chicago. Jeff Goodman joins with his draft takes, including what’s going on with Ace Bailey. Plus, the guys react to all the latest mock drafts and which players mocked to the Bulls make the most sense.