CHGO Chicago Bulls Podcast

The CHGO Bulls crew breaks down potential 2026 NBA Draft strategies for the Chicago Bulls after landing an additional first-round pick thanks to the Portland Trail Blazers securing the No. 7 seed in the Western Conference. The long-awaited return from the Lauri Markkanen trade is finally here—and it could reshape the franchise alongside young pieces like Josh Giddey and Matas Buzelis. Peck, Big Dave, and Will Gottlieb debate whether the Bulls should swing big if they jump into the top 4, or how to approach picks No. 9 and No. 15 if they stay put. Should Chicago draft for need or take the best player available to build around Giddey and Buzelis? Plus, the crew reacts to Coby White’s standout Play-In performance with the Charlotte Hornets and revisits whether the Bulls made the right call moving on from him. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chicago Bulls fans are buzzing after a HUGE boost to their future, as the team now holds TWO first-round picks in the 2026 NBA Draft following a clutch win by the Portland Trail Blazers over the Phoenix Suns. Join the CHGO Bulls crew—Matt Peck, Big Dave Watson, and Will Gottlieb—as they react LIVE with fans to the game that could deliver Chicago a crucial first-round pick from the Lauri Markkanen trade. With the Bulls already eliminated, this matchup may have been the most important game of their season, shaping their 2026 NBA Draft outlook and offseason plans. Tap in for live reactions, analysis, and Bulls fans rooting hard for Portland! 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 is LIVE watching the Portland Trail Blazers battle the Phoenix Suns in the NBA Play-In Tournament on Tuesday night. Join Matt Peck, Big Dave Watson, and Will Gottlieb as they react live with Bulls fans to a game that has HUGE implications for the Chicago Bulls future. This is the first of two chances for Portland to punch their playoff ticket — and if they do, it would finally convey the protected first-round pick they owe Chicago from the Lauri Markkanen trade. With the Bulls already eliminated, the stakes tonight are even bigger than their own recent Play-In appearances, as draft capital and offseason plans hang in the balance. Hang out, react live, and join Bulls fans everywhere rooting for the Blazers! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest CHGO Bulls mini-pod, the guys ask 4-time NBA Champion Will Perdue about a recent story told by Damon Stoudamire, Rasheed Wallace and Bonzi Wells on the podcast "All the Smoke". Uncle Will reacts to going viral and spills the beans on whether the story is true 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 discuss the latest remarks from Billy Donovan about his future after the Chicago Bulls 2025-26 season concluded on Sunday. Speaking before and after their finale in Dallas, Donovan spoke on his relationship with the Reinsdorfs, where the team has fallen short during his tenure, and the upcoming appointment of a new front office. Peck, Big Dave, Will Gottlieb and Will Perdue analyze Billy’s comments, and what possible scenarios could play out in the coming weeks. Will Donovan seize more control within the organization, or choose to walk away? Plus, the guys get Uncle Will’s side of a recent story told by his Trail Blazers teammates on the All The Smoke podcast. 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 break down the Chicago Bulls 149-128 loss to the Dallas Mavericks in their season finale on Sunday night. Rob Dillingham and Leonard Miller both gave solid efforts in their final outing, and the Bulls secured the 9th spot in the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery. Peck and Big Dave discuss pregame comments from Billy Donovan, whose future with the team is uncertain. Plus, the Portland Trail Blazers won their final game, and will face Phoenix in the 7-8 game of the Play In Tournament. Will they punch their ticket to the playoffs and convey their first round pick to the Bulls? Will Gottlieb joins from American Airlines Center with intel from the postgame locker room, his thoughts on the conclusion of the season and what lies ahead for the Bulls. An ALLCITY Network Production ALL THINGS CHGO: https://linktr.ee/chgosports BUY MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/chgo-locker FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter: @CHGO_Sports Instagram: @CHGO_Sports Limited Time Offer – Get Huel today with my exclusive offer of 15% OFF online orders of $50 or more with my code bulls15 at https://www.huel.com/bulls15 . New Customers Only. Thank you to Huel for partnering and supporting our show! WATCH YOUR FAVORITE TEAMS: https://www.fubotv.com/chgo PrizePicks: ○ Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CHGO and use code CHGO and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! PrizePicks. It's Good to be Right! Shady Rays: Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: CHGOSR for 40% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people. Monarch: Use Monarch to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarch.com/chgo Ray Auto Group: Get into your next vehicle with Ray Auto in Fox Lake! Ray Chevy: https://www.raychevrolet.com/ Ray CDJR: https://www.raycdjr.com/ Head to https://factormeals.com/chgobulls50 and use code chgobulls50 to get 50% off. That’s code chgobulls50 at https://factormeals.com/chgobulls50 to get 50% off! HelloFresh - Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freebulls. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CHGO for $20 off your first purchase. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. #Bulls #ChicagoBulls #BullsNation Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hear from Matas Buzelis and Isaac Okoro in their Chicago Bulls exit interviews following a loss to the Orlando Magic in Game 81 of the season. Both players reflect on their seasons in Chicago as the Bulls prepare to travel to Dallas for their final game. Matas also provides an update on the injury that forced him to leave the game against Orlando. Get full insight from the Chicago Bulls locker room as the season comes to a close. 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 break down the Chicago Bulls 127-103 loss to the Orlando Magic on Friday night. Matas Buzelis returned to action after missing the games in Washington with an illness. He managed 14 points and 8 rebounds before leaving with a sprained ankle in the second half. Peck and Big Dave discuss the risk vs reward of playing Buzelis in a meaningless game. Plus, a Bucks victory tonight means the Bulls enter the season finale with a one-game lead on 9th place in the draft lottery. Will Gottlieb joins from the United Center with intel from the postgame locker room and his thoughts on the game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hear from Josh Giddey in his Chicago Bulls exit interview as he reflects on the 2025-26 NBA season and the team’s ups and downs. Giddey discusses his left hamstring injury that sidelined him for the remainder of the Bulls' season. He also reacts to the firing of Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley and what it means for the future of the Chicago Bulls. Get full insight from Giddey as the Bulls wrap up the regular season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join the CHGO Bulls team as they weigh in on a huge decision coming for Michael Reinsdorf and the Chicago Bulls. Will they retain head coach Billy Donovan? Or could the Hall of Fame coach walk away from the Bulls? the guys break down what could transpire over the next week 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 break down the Chicago Bulls 119-108 win over the Washington Wizards on Thursday night. Leonard Miller scored a career-high 26 points, tallying his second double-double over the past three games. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss the Bulls falling into a tie with Milwaukee in the draft lottery standings with two games remaining. Plus, Billy Donovan responded to Michael Reinsdorf’s plea to have the head coach stay in Chicago. When will Donovan decide his future? Big Dave awards the Goon of the Night! 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 break down the Chicago Bulls 129-98 win over the Washington Wizards on Tuesday night. Even without Josh Giddey and Matas Buzelis, Tre Jones and the Bulls blew out the uber-tanking ‘Zards. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss the classic performance from Patrick Williams, who thrives in meaningless games after months of dismal production. Plus, the guys further analyze Michael Reinsdorf’s comments on tanking and the draft lottery from Tuesday afternoon following the dismissal of Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley. Big Dave awards the Goon of the Night! 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 LIVE with an emergency pod reacting to the press conference held by Chicago Bulls President Michael Reinsdorf following the firings of Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb analyze Reinsdorf’s comments and the vision he laid out for the Bulls’ future. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NBA Insider Marc Stein joins the CHGO Bulls Podcast following the news of the firing of Chicago Bulls Executive VP Arturas Karnisovas and GM Marc Eversley. Who could be next in line to lead the Bulls back into playoff contention? Stein lists some plausible candidates. 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 continue their discussion from today’s emergency pod, reacting to the breaking news that the Chicago Bulls fired Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley. Is Bulls ownership fully prepared to conduct a thorough hiring search for a new front office? How will they handle the transition period and early offseason tasks like the Draft Combine? Meanwhile, the noise tying Donovan to the UNC head coaching vacancy was growing louder. But early Monday afternoon, ESPN’s Pete Thamel reported that the Tarheels are hiring former Denver Nuggets coach Michael Malone. With AKME out, will Donovan remain as Bulls Head Coach, be promoted to the front office or seek a coaching opportunity elsewhere? Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb analyze all the details and possibilities as the final week of the Bulls season begins. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Chicago Bulls have fired Executive Vice President Arturas Karnisovas and General Manager Marc Eversley. This major front office shakeup signals a new direction for the Chicago Bulls as questions surround the future of the roster and organization. Join the CHGO Bulls crew as they react to the breaking news, what led to the decision, and what comes next for Chicago. Don’t miss this Chicago Bulls emergency podcast with full analysis, reaction, and insight. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join CHGO Bulls inside the locker room after the team's 120-110 loss to the Suns. Hear from head coach Billy Donovan on some individual performances they he liked and Tre Jones weighs in on his huge offensive performance. 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 break down the Chicago Bulls 120-110 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Sunday afternoon. Josh Giddey (hamstring) and Matas Buzelis (illness) both sat for Chicago, so Tre Jones picked up the slack with 29 points. That wasn’t enough, as Devin Booker and Dillon Brooks hit big shots down the stretch to seal with win for Phoenix. Peck and Big Dave discuss another strong game from Leonard Miller. Plus, a Bucks victory gave the Bulls more breathing room in the draft lottery standings. Will Gottlieb joins from the United Center with intel from the postgame locker room and his thoughts on the game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s growing frustration with the Milwaukee Bucks has sparked major NBA trade rumors—and now the Chicago Bulls are being linked as a potential landing spot. Could Giannis Antetokounmpo really force a move, and do the Bulls have the assets to make a blockbuster deal happen? We break down the role of leadership, including Billy Donovan and executive Artūras Karnišovas, and whether Chicago is positioned to strike. Don’t miss this full analysis of the latest Giannis trade buzz and what it could mean for the future of the Bulls. 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 break down the Chicago Bulls 136-96 loss to the New York Knicks on Friday night. The Bulls fell behind 18-1, failing to convert a field goal until past the midway point of the first quarter…and it got worse from there. Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb discuss the Knicks’ pure domination of the ailing Bulls. Plus, why did Matas Buzelis continue playing after appearing to hurt his leg in the first half? Josh Giddey struggled to score again against an elite defense, finishing with just six points on 3-12 shooting. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.