By The Horns: A Chicago Bulls Show

Covering the new Bulls, Malice at the Palace, and more

Bulls Basketball is heading in a new direction and era under AK and Marc Eversley, but what is it like to cover a new regime? Jason Goff, KC Johnson, and Rob Schaefer discuss covering the new Bulls, reminiscing and going over other times covering the team. The crew also discusses the first time, they realized they could cover a team well, their thoughts on the Malice at the Palace documentary, and a lot more.(1:04) - Interesting stories left for the Bulls during this offseason(11:04) - Covering the Bulls in the social media era (20:34) - What does it mean to cover a team(30:00) - First time making waves covering the Bulls(36:30) - Malice at the Palace documentary

Will Lauri Markkanen return to Bulls?

The Lauri Markkanen restricted free agent saga continues and the crew gives you up to date information to keep you informed on where Lauri Markkanen will be playing this year. K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer, and Tony Gill discuss the chances that Markkanen could be a Bull again after wanting out. Later, the crew discusses the over/under total wins set by PointsBet for the Bulls and break down the schedule.(1:40) - NBA close to finalizing their investigation into tampering by the Bulls(5:00) - What would it look like if Lauri Markkanen was a Bull again?(15:00) - Bulls are set at 41.5 wins for this upcoming year. Are you taking the over or the under?(22:00) - Breaking down the Bulls’ schedule

Mailbag: How can Bulls improve overhauled roster?

The NBA offseason is in full swing, and in a dead period for Bulls news, it's time for a mailbag episode! Jason Goff, Rob Schaefer, and Tony Gill discuss questions sent via Twitter to the podcast. The group discusses how the current roster can be improved, whether Bulls fans have regrets about traded players, which teams (on paper) do the Bulls have a better starting lineup than and more.(6:40) - Which recent departing Bull will have success after leaving the Bulls(12:00) - Which lineup combinations are you most excited to see?(20:00) - Besides Zach, which Bull will/can make an All-Star team this year?(26:30) - Could there be potential ego issues the Bulls have to work through?(35:20) - Is there a free agent still out there that the Bulls can get to improve interior defense?

Bulls free agent signings announced, Lauri Markkanen in limbo

Now that the Bulls' 2021 free-agent signings are official, Lonzo Ball, DeMar DeRozan, and Alex Caruso spoke to the media about why they wanted to be Bulls and how they think it can work. Jason Goff, K.C. Johnson, and Rob Schaefer discuss what the new guys had to say, and how they think the team will fare. Also on the pod, the crew breaks down Summer League action and provides the latest on the Lauri Markkanen situation. He remains in limbo.(1:20) - Summer league wrap up: Patrick Williams has proven his point, and it's up to rookies Ayo Dosunmu and Marko Simonović to finish up.(13:00) - New Bulls are introduced. How will they all fit in?(23:25) - How will the Bulls use Alex Caruso?(31:00) - Lauri Markkanen is still a Bull. Why?(41:50) - If Lauri knew this was a prove it year for him, why didn't he become more aggressive on offense?

Patrick Williams interview from Summer League

This Summer League is an important one, especially for Patrick Williams. Rob Schaefer and K.C. Johnson break down The Paw's growth so far in three games and discuss how the rest of the young Bulls are faring so far. The guys also provide updates on Lauri Markkanen's status. In the second half of the pod, K.C. interviews Williams as they discuss his Summer League play so far, his background and how he got to where he is today.(1:50) - Patrick Williams is getting a lot of opportunities to do a lot of different things in Simmer League(11:35) - Lauri Markkanen updates(15:26) - Patrick Williams interview with KC Johnson(25:00) - Goals for his sophomore campaign(30:51) - Rapid fire questions for The Paw

Bulls’ first Summer League game, Lonzo Ball investigation

Bulls basketball is here — kind of. Summer League has begun and it's time to see which rookie or young player can make an impact. Jason Goff, Rob Schaefer, and K.C. Johnson discuss the first summer league game and the play of Patrick Williams, Ayo Dosunmu, and Marko Simonović. Later in the pod, the crew discusses the NBA's investigation into tampering by the Bulls and the latest on where Lauri Markkanen will play.(2:00) - Breaking down the play of Marko Simonović, Patrick WillIams, and Ayo Dosunmu(9:00) - Expectations for Patrick Williams in year 2(17:10) -NBA investigates tampering in Lonzo Ball sign and trade(23:50) - Latest updates in Lauri Markkanen's offseason

Interview with BIG3 owner Ice Cube

The BIG3 is back in town, and that means the stars are coming out. Jason Goff sits down with the man behind the BIG3, Ice Cube, to discuss the creation of the league, its four-year anniversary, what should fans expect and Kanye West showing up to a game. Then, Ice Cube breaks down the Bulls offseason moves, including the addition of former Laker Alex Caruso.

What will happen to Lauri Markkanen?

The Bulls have been one of the busiest teams in the NBA this offseason, and the final piece of business for Artūras Karnišovas and Marc Eversley is Lauri Markkanen. Which teams are looking to sign him? Will the Bulls do a sign and trade or will they just let him walk? K.C. Johnson, Rob Schaefer and Tony Gill break down Markkanen's offseason and predict what may happen. Later in the pod, the crew discusses the Bulls' Summer League team and dive into the Olympic team's gold medal game vs. France.(2:00) - Charlotte Hornets are reported to be interested in Lauri Markkanen(10:00) - Can the Bulls get anything for Lauri if they do a sign and trade or is his value too low?(20:50) - Bulls Summer league roster. What should fans be watching for from Patrick Williams, Marko Simonović, and Ayo Dosunmu(29:00) - Could LaMarcus Aldridge return to the NBA and sign with the Bulls? (34:48) - Team USA plays in the gold medal game vs France

Bulls trade for DeMar DeRozen, is this the final piece?

In part 3 of the Bulls free-agency recap, the Bulls go get another All-star in DeMar DeRozen from the San Antonio Spurs. The Bulls will sign DeRozen to a three-year $85 million contract and trade Thaddeus Young and Al-Farouq Aminu from the Bulls as well as a future first-round pick, a 2022 second-round pick via the Lakers as well as the Bulls' own 2025 second-round pick. KC Johnson, Jason Goff, and Rob Schaefer break down the trade and if the Bulls will be ready to contend for a top spot in the East, is this a good fit for the Bulls, and much more.

Bulls free agency recap Pt. 2: Bulls end up going with Caruso over Rose

In part 2 of the Bulls free agency recap special, KC Johnson and Rob Schaefer recap the first day of free agency, go into depth into the Alex Caruso signing by the Bulls, how close were the Bulls to signing Derrick Rose, comparing John Paxson's first 2 years as leader of the Bulls basketball ops to Artūras Karnišova, and break down Zach LaVine's position on wanting "respect" with his new upcoming contract.(1:00) - KC Johnson gives his thoughts on the Lonzo Ball signing(4:50) - How did Alex Caruso become a Bull and did the Rose return almost happen(11:00) - John Paxson's first 2 years vs Artūras Karnišova's first 2 years(19:20) - Zach LaVine wants respect with his next contract