By The Horns: A Chicago Bulls Show

DeMar DeRozan, Zach LaVine and Nikola Vučević need to play better, or the Bulls are done

With the Bulls coming off a disappointing West Coast road trip, Rob Schaefer and Jason Goff take fan questions about the struggling Bulls and if there is light at the end of the tunnel. The guys discuss their thoughts on if giving Billy Donovan's extension was premature, who gets traded first off the Bulls, why the Bulls' defense is inconsistent, what it would take for the Bulls to trade a core piece, and much more.

Is the Bulls signing Billy Donovan to quiet extension great for the future?

With this season and next still left on his contract, Bulls head coach Billy Donovan gets a contract extension from the Bulls to be in Chicago long term before this season started. Why the secrecy? Jason Goff, Tony Gill and Rob Schaefer discuss the Billy extension and how the Bulls signed him. The crew also discuss the issues with the current roster and a lot more.(0:30) - Remembering the Jim Boylen Era(10:20) - Is there a player on the Bulls who will get in people's faces(33:19) - Billy Donovan gets secret contract extension before the season starts(45:09) - Which players will be here for the length of Donovan's contract?

Did the Bulls give up on Lauri Markkannen too early?

The "What-If" story continues as former Bull Lauri Markkanen continues to shine for his new team, the Utah Jazz. What does Markkanen feel about his time in Chicago? Markkanen joins K.C. Johnson to discuss his time as a Bull, why he's playing so well now and much more. Also in the pod, Rob Schaefer joins K.C. to react to the interview and discuss the Lauri Markkanen era of Bulls basketball and whether fans should be cautious about giving up on Patrick Williams too soon.(8:56) - Lauri Markkanen joins K.C. Johnson for an exclusive interview(10:10) - Lauri breaks down his thoughts on being traded again from Cleveland to Utah and what has been working for him in Utah(13:00) - Importance of his time in Cleveland in building his confidence(16:21) - Being an All-Star is one of his goals this year(19:10) - Markkanen on if he feels like a different player since leaving Chicago(23:00) - Rob and K.C. react to the Markkanen interview and should fans be cautious about giving up on Patrick Williams

Bulls beat the surging Celtics after Zach LaVine benching

The Bulls break a downward spiral by beating the red hot Boston Celtics on Monday night. Will they be able to build momentum after a great win? Rob Schaefer and K.C. Johnson break down how the Bulls beat the hottest team in the NBA after some really bad losses. The guys also discuss Zach LaVine's response in the Celtics game and the upcoming road trip for the Bulls.

Venting Bulls frustrations amid three-game losing streak

The Bulls have lost three straight games and five of the last six to fall to 6-9. And many of the problems plaguing them are reminiscent of their uninspiring finish to last season. Rob Schaefer and Tony Gill identify the real issues the Bulls are facing and brainstorm solutions — from refining the team’s new offense to potential lineup changes. An episode for all fans frustrated by the Bulls’ Big Three, Billy Donovan and the continued absence of Lonzo Ball.

Are Bulls woes too much to overcome?

The Bulls took an embarrassing loss to Denver Nuggets on Sunday and fans were not happy. Is it the coach? Is it the players? Is it the roster construction? Rob Schaefer, K.C. Johnson and Jason Goff break down the Bulls’ most recent loss and if there are bigger issues that Lonzo Ball returning won’t fix on its own. This is the episode Bulls fans will want to hear.

Bulls mailbag: Clutch time woes, Goran Dragić appreciation

In a mailbag edition of the Bulls Talk Podcast, Bulls insiders K.C. Johnson and Rob Schaefer answer your questions about the early start to the Bulls’ 2022-23 campaign. They discuss why the Bulls have been bad in clutch time minutes at the end of games and if that can be fixed, whether Goran Dragić should start over Ayo Dosunmu, what’s wrong with Alex Caruso’s shooting and a lot more.

Are Bulls fixing last season’s issues?

The Bulls are 12 games in and this year they haven’t gotten off to a start similar last year. Now that teams have adjusted, are the Bulls on their way to fixing their issues from? Will Perdue, Rob Schaefer and Tony Gill discuss if Billy Donovan and the Bulls are improving and fixing their issues as they seek a chance to make it to the 2nd round of the playoffs. Later in the pod, Rob is joined by K.C. Johnson who provides an update on Lonzo Ball's injury.

Metta World Peace talks Bulls career, Kobe Bryant, and new show The Pitch

NBA Champion and former Bull Metta World Peace joins Jason Goff on the podcast to discuss his new virtual show The Pitch where entrepreneurs pitch their startup businesses for a cash prize through Orbiiit Technologies. Metta also discusses his time as a Bull and his time with the late great Kobe Bryant.

Getting Zach LaVine back to All-Star level and fixing Bulls poor starts

The Bulls have things to address in the early season if they plan to make a run in the playoffs. K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer, and Jason Goff discuss the need to get Zach LaVine healthy and why the Bulls have poor starts and finishes to games. The guys also preview the matchup against the Nets.