CHGO Chicago Bulls Podcast

Being a Chicago Bulls fan can be frustrating, but the CHGO Bulls Podcast makes following the team fun.  Join Matt Peck, Big Dave and Will “The Goat” Gottlieb as they break down the action from the United Center with daily podcasts and postgames for each game of the season. The CHGO Bulls community spans the globe and is THE place to gather when the only color that you see is red.

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Jimmy Butler Back?
On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) divers into the momentary speculation surrounding former Bull Jimmy Butler being spotted out to dinner with Bulls coach Jim Boylen. Later in the show, Mark shares his thoughts on the latest players mention in the point guard rumours, and how that may affect the outcome of the draft.
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Post Lottery Blues
On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) covers the NBA Draft Lottery as the event unfolds. It didn't go the way we wanted it for the Bulls, as you'll hear in Mark's live reaction as the draft order is revealed. After the moment has sunk in, Mark dials in Jordan Maly (@JordanCMaly) to discuss his reaction to the Bulls falling to No. 7, what the options are for the Bulls at No. 7 should they keep the pick, if the Bulls should entertain the idea of trading the pick, selling the idea of adding a No. 7 pick to the fan base, what this means for the rebuild going forward, and a whole lot more.
51 min
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What If...(pt III)
In the final instalment of 'What If', host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) closes out the series of scenarios with a look at the current iteration of Chicago Bulls.  In this episode, Mark questions if the good play in February was a fluke, what landing Zion Williamson means for the franchise, owning the No. 1 and No. 2 picks in the draft at the expense of Lauri Markkanen, the ramifications if the young core is mediocre, and much more.  bluewirepods.com
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What If...(pt II)
In this episode, Mark wonders how things may have been different if the Bulls signed Carmelo Anthony in 2014, what could have been had David Blatt been called for a technical foul and LeBron James missed the game winner in game four of the 2015, the toll of the Doug McDermott trade, the impact of waiving Spencer Dinwiddie, and much more.  bluewirepods.com
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What If...(pt I)
On this week's episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) goes back over crucial moments in Bulls franchise history and wonders what would be different if one small variable could be changed.  From Scottie Pippen's last second foul against the Knicks in the playoffs, missing out on signing Tracy McGrady in free agency, keeping Elton Brand and Ron Artest, Derrick Rose remaining healthy over his career, and many more, tune into hear how different things could have been.  bluewirepods.com
52 min
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Player Reviews: 2018-19
On this week's episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred) to review each players season.  Starting off with the core pieces of the rebuild, Mark and Fred grade the individual performances from Zach LaVine, Lauri Markkanen, Kris Dunn and Wendell Carter Jr. Thereafter, the pair debate the Parker-Portis for Porter trade, before finishing with grades for the notable bench players and, of course, head coach Jim Boylen.
64 min
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Season In Review
On this week's episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Sean Highkin of Bleacher Report (@highkin) to review the eventful 2018-19 Chicago Bull season.  With the season now over, Mark and Sean dive into the key takeaways from John Paxson's end of season press conference. Then, the vault is opened, and all the key storylines from the season are discussed, including the Jabari Parker signing, the Fred Hoiberg and Jim Boylen coaching situation, the near mutiny and the #LeadershipCommittee, Carmelo Anthony's brief existence as a Bull, the development of Lauri Markkanen, Zach LaVine, and Wendell, plus much more. bluewirepods.com
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The End Is Nigh
On this week's episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Edward Shuler Jr. (@EdwardShulerJr) and Salim Suterwalla (@JordanDynasty) to discuss the final weeks of the Bulls season.  On the show, the trio hit on the recent play of new signings Walter Lemon Jr. and JaKarr Sampson, Shaq Harrison’s improvement over the last 10 games, and if there’s anything substantive to be gained from tuning into the final games of the season. Then, to round out the show, some much needed talk about March Madness, the Elite Eight and Final Four, and if R.J. Barrett or Jarrett Culver is the guy to draft at No. 3.
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Markkanen's Season Is Done
On this week's episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Morten Jensen (@msjnba) to discuss the latest news surrounding the Chicago Bulls, specifically the decision to rest Lauri Markkanen for the remainder of the season.  Later in the show, Mark and Morten discuss the addition of Walter Lemon Jr. to the roster, former Bulls coach Fred Hoiberg landing a new job with Nebraska, a look at the top prospects left in March Madness, plus a heap more.
53 min
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Answering Your Mailbag Questions
On a new episode of BullHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) returns from a break to answer your mailbag questions. As expected, with most of the fan base paying more attention to the draft and what lies ahead for the Bulls in free agency than the actual games being played, the sentiment among the questions was clear. Tune in to hear Mark answer your questions on the best non-Zion Williamson options for the Bulls in the upcoming NBA Draft, if Ja Morant is a better fit for the Bulls over Zion, moving up, down, or out of the draft, how to contextualize the Bulls’ success since February, potential head coaching options outside of Jim Boylen, Kris Dunn, Ryan Arcidiacono, Malcolm Brogdon and the potential options at point guard, and so much more.
51 min
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The Red Leviathan Stirreth
On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred), host of the Chicago Bullseye and Big Red Bus podcasts. On today's show, topics discussed include: Lauri Markkanen's continued growth into a potential star (6:34), the progression Zach LaVine has made (11:28), Ryan Arcidiacono, Kris Dunn, and the pending problem at point guard (18:39), Zion Williamson and the tank race (25:12), and much more.
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The Bulls Are Good Again (Sort Of)
On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Will Gottlieb (@wontgottlieb) to talk all things Bulls post the trade deadline. Topics discussed: The differing perspectives on the trade that brought Otto Porter to Chicago (3:16), how Porter has given the Bulls a new look and feel (8:30), Lauri Markkanen's recent dominance (15:11), small ball lineups with Porter and what that means for the pairing of Wendell Carter and Markkanen (27:53), what the future holds for Kris Dunn (40:01), and much more.
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Otto, Man
On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Kevin Ferrigan (@nbacouchside) to go through in detail the trade that sent Jabari Parker and Bobby Portis to the Washington Wizards in exchange for Otto Porter Jr.
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Ep. 59: We Didn't Want You Anyway, Anthony
On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Jordan Maly (@JordanCMaly), co-host of the Locked on Bulls podcast (@LockedOnBulls).  Topics discussed include: The Bulls acquiring Timothe Luwawu-Cabbarot (and cash) from the Thunder (4:50), the recent play of Wayne Selden (8:50), Anthony Davis having no interest in being traded to Chicago (15:58), potential moves the Bulls may make at the trade deadline (31:20), Kris Dunn's regression under Boylen (40:17), and much more.
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Ep. 58: We've Got Ourselves A Trade
On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) goes over all the news surrounding the trade that sent Justin Holiday to the Memphis Grizzlies (1:31), the waiving of Cameron Payne (6:10), what this trade does for the rotation (8:25), and what this means for Jabari Parker and Robin Lopez (12:04).
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Ep. 57: Reliving The Glory Years: 2011
On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Darnell Mayberry (@DarnellMayberry), senior writer for The Athletic, to discuss his fantastic feature-length oral history on the 2010-11 Chicago Bulls. Topics discussed include: Darnell's perspective of the 2010-11 Bulls during his time covering the OKC Thunder (5:28), the behind-the-scenes of putting together a feature with so many former Bulls (13:05), how the members of the team recounted their time together (25:25), the love the players have for Derrick Rose (30:12), if any of these former Bulls ever come back to the team (40:02), and such more.
54 min
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Ep. 56: So, About That Nets Loss...
On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) reacts to all the news and latest game action surrounding the Chicago Bulls. Topics discussed include: Pausing expectations of the rebuild after Zach LaVine's latest injury (3:18), if the combination of LaVine and Kris Dunn can work (5:47), the Bulls falling backwards under Jim Boylen (10:52), the new coach's inexplicable decision-making in the loss against the Nets (19:29), the New York Knicks showing interest in trading for Jabari Parker (29:45), and much more.
42 min
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Ep. 55: What Are You Doing, Jim?
On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) reacts to all the news surrounding the latest off court controversy between new head coach Jim Boylen and his players following the Bulls' historic 56-point loss to the Boston Celtics.
32 min
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Ep. 54: The Hoiberg Era Is Over
On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) reacts to all the news surrounding the firing of head coach Fred Hoiberg, John Paxson's press conference (10:41), and answers all your questions relating to the end of the Hoiberg era (18:02). Later in show, friend of the show Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred) calls in to give his perspective of Hoiberg's departure (34:41).
59 min
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Ep. 53: Welcome Back, Lauri
On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred), host of the Chicago Bullseye and Big Red Bus podcasts, to discuss the return of Lauri Markkanen against the Houston Rockets. Topics discussed include: Markkanen's play in his first game back (3:26), the decision to bring Markkanen off the bench (5:02), how Markkanen and LaVine will work together (15:20), the lack of depth at point guard hurting the young bigs (25:34), Wendell Carter's huge night against the Detroit Pistons (33:30), and much more.
53 min
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Ep. 52: Another Moral Victory
On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by The Athletic Chicago writer Stephen Noh (@StephNoh) to discuss the Bulls' latest loss to the Milwaukee Bucks.   Topics discussed include: The continued great play from Ryan Arcidiacono (3:35), Zach LaVine's bounce back game (7:20), Wendell Carter Jr's struggles (15:04), expectations for Lauri Markkanen when he returns next week (28:30), what the Kyle Korver trade may mean for Justin Holiday (37:51), and much more.
50 min
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Ep. 51: Always A Quarter Short
On a new episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred) to discuss the Bulls' most recent losses to the Miami Heat and Minnesota Timberwolves. Topics discussed include: The referees targeting Wendell Carter Jr (5:22), another very nice game from Jabari Parker (12:47), the dependence on Zach LaVine (20:33), Derrick Rose's resurgence in Minnesota (29:24), back-to-back double-doubles for Justin Holiday (37:30), why Fred decided to name his band 'Tight Pants Jimmy', and much more.
57 min
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Ep. 50: Tanksgiving
On the latest episode of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Will Gottlieb (@wontgottlieb) to review Chicago's impressive win over the Phoenix Suns. Topics discussed include: Jabari Parker's best game as a Bull (4:18), Zach LaVine's impressive return from illness (8:12), Ryan Arcidiacono hustling all over the United Center (10:55), and the battle in the middle between Wendell Carter Jr. and DeAndre Ayton (14:22).  Later in the show, attention turns to if the Bulls are bad (good?) enough to tank (18:40), Denzel Valentine's season-ending injury (27:30), where the Bulls player figured in ESPN's Real Plus-Minus release (32:41), and much more.
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Announcement: BullsHQ moving away from SoundCloud
Hello Bulls fans. Just a quick programming note letting you all know that BullsHQ has transitioned away from SoundCloud as its podcasting host to Libsyn. This news is more for those listeners who are used to following and downloading the show via SoundCloud. Going forward, unfortunately new episodes will not be available via SoundCloud. You will be able to go over the back catalogue here on SoundCloud, however all episodes, including all new shows will now be hosted over at Libsyn. In light of this, I'm hoping this doesn't cause too much drama for those listeners who have supported and downloaded the show via SoundCloud. You can now get BullsHQ over at Libsyn, in addition to iTunes and Stitcher -- which should be unaffected by this change -- and now Spotify too.
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Ep. 49: The Jabari Parker Experiment Has Failed
Back again this week for another instalment of BullsHQ, host Mark Karantzoulis (@mkhoops) is joined by Fred Pfeiffer (@cbefred) to discuss the embarrassing loss to the Milwaukee Bucks.  Topics discussed include: Zach LaVine's struggles over the last 10 games (1:30), Fred finally gives Justin Holiday some praise (11:08), debating the point of Jabari Parker on this team (16:46), and much more.  Later in the show, Morten Jensen stops by to argue why the Parker experiment hasn't been worth the time (38:25), and why Wendell Carter Jr. is the real deal (45:03).
57 min