Cash Considerations: A Chicago Bulls Pod

Ricky and Jason discuss the start of Bulls free agency, which has been pretty quiet outside of bringing back Tre Jones on a three-year, $24 million deal. Are the Bulls actually playing things right by squeezing Josh Giddey in restricted free agency? And with the Nikola Vucevic trade market looking barren, the Bulls should just buy him out. Will there be any surprises on the Fourth of July weekend? Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com!

Ricky and Jason break down the Bulls trading Lonzo Ball for Isaac Okoro after the 2025 NBA Draft and before free agency. While this trade could help the Bulls this season by doubling down on their preferred style, it raises more questions about their process when it comes to building a contending team. Plus, leftover thoughts on the draft moves and free agency coming up. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com!

Ricky and Jason break down the Chicago Bulls taking Noa Essengue with the No. 12 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. What does the Essengue pick mean for the Bulls' team-building strategy and what did GM Marc Eversley say about it? Plus draft surprises and more. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com!

Just days after the Thunder beat the Pacers in a Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals that saw Tyrese Haliburton go down with a torn Achilles, Ricky and Jason give their final thoughts on the 2025 NBA Draft on the eve of the first round. What are all the latest rumors and what is Ricky's final Bulls board? Will the Bulls make a big trade? Stay tuned. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com!

Ricky and Jason discuss the reported extensions for Billy Donovan and the Chicago Bulls' front office. Just, why? Then the guys tackle all the latest Bulls rumors leading up to the 2025 NBA Draft, including draft rumblings and trade scenarios. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com!

Ricky and Jason welcome NBA Draft expert Ben Pfeifer to dive deep on Bulls targets in the 2025 NBA Draft, including Derik Queen, Collin Murray-Boyles and many more. But first, Ben discusses his current life as a Pacers fan during a magical playoff run that has them two wins away from their first NBA title. Can the Bulls emulate what the Pacers are doing and become a contender in the near future? Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com!

Ricky and Jason discuss all the hot Chicago Bulls draft rumors, including the buzz surrounding Egor Demin, the reports suggesting they're not high on Derik Queen and much more. Plus, the latest on Josh Giddey, Lonzo Ball trade rumors and the playoffs as Alex Caruso and the Oklahoma City Thunder reach the NBA Finals. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com!

Ricky gives his main takeaways from the 2025 NBA Draft Combine and makes his Chicago Bulls Big Board now that we're a month away from the draft. The guys also talk about the Indiana Pacers' crazy playoff run so far and how they embody what Arturas Karnisovas wants the Bulls to be, and give props to Alex Caruso for helping the Oklahoma City Thunder get to the Western Conference Finals and possibly beyond. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com!

Ricky and Jason break down the heartbreaking results of the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery, which saw the Bulls stay at No. 12 and the Mavericks win the Cooper Flagg sweepstakes after winning an earlier tiebreaker against Chicago. Who should the Bulls take at 12? Should they trade the pick? Plus, the latest on the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade front and a riveting playoffs. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com!

Jason and Ricky welcome CHGO's Will Gottlieb back to the pod to discuss early takeaways from the 2025 NBA Playoffs and how the Heat getting swept by the Cavs in historic fashion illustrates just how far away the Bulls still are when it comes to really competing. Plus, looking at potential Bulls trade targets if they want to make a splash, a live reaction to the possible end of the Giannis era in Milwaukee and a look at the futures of Josh Giddey, Coby White and Nikola Vucevic. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com!

Jason and Ricky discuss the Bulls letting go of shooting coach Peter Patton, who was well-liked by the players and seemed to have a tangible impact on development. Why would Arturas Karnisovas do this and why does he still have his job? How does ownership actually feel about the direction of the franchise? Ricky also highlights a couple draft prospects after the Bulls lost their lottery tiebreaker to the Mavs, which slots them in at No. 12. Finally, the start of the 2025 NBA Playoffs again shows how far away the Bulls are from real competitiveness.

Jason and Ricky recap the Bulls getting embarrassed by the Heat yet again to end their season in the NBA Play-In Tournament. But while this loss only raises more skepticism about the future, Arturas Karnisovas did his best to spin the season as a resounding success in his end-of-season press conference. So, what comes next for the Bulls now that their Mickey Mouse run has ended with a thud? Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com!

Jason joins Giancarlo Navas of The Miami Heat Beat Podcast for a third straight year to preview a Bulls vs. Heat play-in game. This time the scene shifts to Chicago for a 9/10 game instead of a second play-in game on South Beach, and Jason and Giancarlo discuss all the key matchups and strategy facing these two teams. While the Bulls seem to have the upper hand, anything can happen in a one-game scenario. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com!

Jason and Ricky welcome 670 The Score's Cody Westerlund back to the pod to talk about the Bulls' victory over the Heat, which sets up a likely play-in rematch at the United Center. Josh Giddey continued his second-half renaissance with yet another triple-double. Is it time to believe in Giddey as a future cornerstone? Can a Giddey-Coby White backcourt lead the Bulls back to real relevance? The guys also talk about Matas Buzelis' development, Bulls season winners and losers, and draft targets. Finally, will the Bulls actually make the playoffs? Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com!

Jason and Ricky discuss the Bulls officially clinching a play-in spot by beating the Raptors, which came after a miracle win over the Lakers on Josh Giddey's half-court heave, a heartbreaking loss to the Mavericks and an ugly loss to the Thunder. The guys also dive into Michael Pina's Bulls piece at The Ringer, which highlights both their recent improved play (Coby White Player of the Month!) and the continued skepticism of the long-term future of the current core. But while Giddey's contract situation brings immediate questions, the optimism surrounding Matas Buzelis only grows. NOTE: Jason's live prediction that the Heat would blow their lead against the Celtics was VERY wrong, so the Bulls were still the No. 10 seed at the time the episode published. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com!

The Chicago Bulls are now 8-2 in their last 10 games after a 4-2 West Coast road trip. Are the Bulls actually back?! Jason and Ricky dive deep into this hot stretch and try to determine what's real and what's more of a product of Mickey Mouse March, including a close look at Coby White, Josh Giddey and Matas Buzelis. Ricky also breaks down the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament and highlights some notable NBA prospects. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com!

Jason joined Morten Jensen of The NBA Podcast for a crossover episode to talk about the Bulls' recent run of competent play, Josh Giddey's contract situation, goals for the rest of the season and the offseason. What exactly is the plan? Will this front office try to make a big splash to compete next season or make the draft a priority? Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com!

Ricky and Jason discuss the Bulls' recent four-game winning streak and their general improved competitiveness since the All-Star break. What's real and what's a product of Mickey Mouse March? Ricky also dives into some of the top NBA Draft prospects to watch in the NCAA Tournament, including a Duke star not named Cooper Flagg. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com!

Jason and Ricky discuss where the Bulls stand in the East after Coby White led them to another comeback win, this time over the Magic. While the Bulls aren't winning much these days, the wins have been of the rather crazy variety (see: Magic, Raptors, 76ers). With the other teams below them clearly tanking, the Bulls have solidified their hold on the 10-seed and likely have a better chance of moving up than falling down as they embrace the play-in push. The guys also touch on Arturas Karnisovas' recent podcast appearance with Stacey King, Ayo Dosunmu's weird season-ending injury and more. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com!

Jason joined Blue Wire's The Block, The Shot, The Stop for a crossover episode previewing the Bulls' third matchup against the Cavaliers in 2024-25. While the Cavs have patiently built a juggernaut over the last few years, the Bulls have languished in mediocrity. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices