By The Horns: A Chicago Bulls Show

NBA players stepping up for the community in tough times

On the latest edition of the Bulls Talk Podcast Jason Goff, Kendall Gill and Leila Rahimi discuss what they’ve been up to an how they’re staying in shape while sheltering place. (3:00). They also talk about how a couple of NBA Players are stepping up for the community during tough times. (6:00) And they discuss the potential conflict for NBA players when it comes to the 2021 Olympics and could Team USA turn to college players once again. (11:00) The panel discusses the realistic possibility of finishing the NBA regular season and the playoffs this summer. (17:30) Plus Kendall explains why he won’t be showing James Harden clips to his kids. (23:00) And they discuss the playoff run of the 1996 Bulls and the importance of the midrange game. (25:00) Plus Kendall shares his story of trying to recruit Shaq to Illinois and how it almost came to fruition. (29:00)

The voice behind the Bulls championship runs, Tom Dore

As NBCS Chicago continues to present the classics, host Jason Goff is joined by KC Johnson, Leila Rahimi, and former Bulls play-by-play announcer Tom Dore to discuss the glory days during the Jordan era. (3:37) Moment Tom Dore realized the Bulls were more than a championship team(5:26) Johnny Kerr during the Bulls’ first championship run(7:31) Michael Jordan’s motivation to come back(10:51) Which Bulls championship run meant the most to Dore?(20:47) Competition for the Bulls in the 90’s(27:02) Dore’s thoughts on the NBA today

Coronavirus, 1996 Bulls playoff run & ”I’m back” recap

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact sports, the crew comes together to give you a great discussion on the ways the NBA is moving during this time. Host Jason Goff is joined by KC Johnson, Rob Schaefer, and Tony Gill to discuss all of that, plus the Bulls Rewind game on NBCS Chicago of the 1996 Bulls championship run which started Wednesday night, and they react to the "I'm Back" documentary feature on the anniversary of Michael Jordan sending his famous fax to announce to the world that he was returning to the NBA.(2:15) - How does the media handle the uncertainty of the season?(11:00) - Appreciation of sports when you don't have them(17:00) - Adam Silver on the plan for the league(24:10) - 1996 NBA Playoffs Bulls vs Heat rewind recap(30:00) - Toni Kukoc was a special player(35:40) - "I'm Back" documentary recap

”I’m Back” the 25th anniversary of Michael Jordan’s return

Former Bull and NBCS Chicago pre and post game Bulls analyst Will Perdue sits down with Jack Silverstein to discuss Jack's article for NBCS Chicago on the anniversary of Michael Jordan returning to the game of basketball and what drove Michael to return. They also dive into the very real chance that Michael never returns to the game and his dedication to baseball. This is a sit down you have to check out.(1:30) - How did Jack find all the details in the article(6:00) - Jordan was showing progress as a baseball player(11:00) - The strike that baseball pushed Jordan away from baseball(16:00) - Jordan was succeeding in baseball(24:00) - The alternate universe where the Bulls don't win 3 more championships(30:00) - Baseball was really personal to Jordan

What does your favorite Bulls player say about you?

Have you ever thought about who your favorite Bulls of all time is and why you chose that player? The Bulls Talk crew discusses theirs. Tony Gill, KC Johnson, and Rob Schaefer discuss their all time favorite Bulls and who their favorite Bulls to cover, with background stories on a few of your favorite Bulls.(1:22) - What does a beat writer do with no team to cover?(6:50) - Favorite Bulls player of all-time and why?(9:10) - What would Jay Williams have looked like if he stayed in the NBA(16:50) - Could Ben Gordon have dominated in today's game?(26:16) - Was Michael Jordan a jerk at times?(30:00) - Favorite Bull to cover on the beat(39:00) - Wendell Carter Jr. is wise beyond his years(44:50) - Joakim Noah's impact on Bulls history(48:48) Storytime with KC Johnson on former Bull Ron Artest

The NBA season has been suspended indefinitely

The NBA has shutdown all basketball activities and the NBA season indefinitely due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Host Jason Goff is joined by Kendall Gill to discuss the suspension of the NBA season, what should be the next steps taken by the league, and the uncertainty of this season.(1:20) - How crazy this season has been(4:00) - Rudy Gobert, 1st player diagnosed in the NBA(10:20) - We didn't take this as serious we should have(14:00) - The NBA will be back(18:00) - The NBA will find solutions

COBY WHITE IS FINALLY STARTING!!

It has been announced that Bulls rookie guard Coby White will get his 1st start of his career. Filling in for host Jason Goff, Tony Gill and Rob Schaefer discuss why the change of heart by Jim Boylen over the last couple weeks and what led to Coby getting the start. Later on, they get into Otto Porter's play since his return from injury and they debate are we seeing the same Lauri Markkanen we have been seeing since before his injury.(3:11) - Coby White is getting to start. Finally!(6:30) - Coby White talks about getting his 1st start(10:16) - Reasons why Jim didn't want Coby to start 2 weeks ago(15:43) - Jim starts to have a change of heart about Coby starting(22:39) - Should it matter if management told Jim to start Coby?(30:10) - Should Bulls fans be concerned that Otto Porter is taking his time?(36:54) - Does Lauri look the same as he did before the injury?

A not so happy Jim Boylen & is Sam Presti the savior

After a loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, Jim Boylen was not happy and for one of the first times this season publicly criticized his team. Filling in for host Jason Goff, NBCS Kevin Anderson is joined by Bulls writer Rob Schaefer and podcast producer Tony Gill to discuss has Jim reached his breaking point. Later on, the crew discusses the rumors that the Bulls are going after the Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti.(1:09) - Why is Jim Boylen angry after the loss to Minnesota?(5:30) - Jim Boylen is now putting public pressure on his players(16:00) - Does the core 4 have to play as many minutes together as possible(23:47) - Rumor report that Sam Presti is the candidate the Bulls want

Most important things to watch for with 21 games left

As the last stretch of regular season games and the injuries start to clear up, host Jason Goff and the crew of Rob Schaefer, Will Perdue, and Tony Gill discuss what fans should watch for and what they are expecting to see from the Bulls going forward. Later on, they get into the MVP play of LeBron James, and should James Harden be respected as a basketball innovator.(1:50) - Bulls are getting some players to return(9:15) - Rest of the season is evaluation for next year(19:00) - Bulls need to start to win games next year(30:00) - LeBron James is trying to prove a point this year(36:00) - James Harden's polarizing game(45:00) - Can regular season basketball creep into the playoffs?

Black History Month: The courage to be a black quarterback

NBCS Chicago is celebrating Black History Month with special episodes to discuss the impact of the black athlete in sports. In the final episode of the series, Laurence Holmes is joined by his "Football Aftershow" teammate and former Chicago Bear Alex Brown to discuss, making coaching in the NFL more diverse, is the Rooney Rule helping, and the common practice of moving black quarterbacks to other positions.(4:20) - Alex Brown on being pushed to not play quarterback in high school(9:15) - Jalen Hurts asked would he be willing to change positions in the NFL(17:03) - Alex Brown on playing in a Super Bowl that featured 2 black head coaches(22:12) - Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy not being mentioned for a head coaching job(26:00) - Does the Rooney Rule work?(40:35) - Overcoming unfairness(44:28) - Watching a NFL where there are successful black quarterbacks