By The Horns: A Chicago Bulls Show

Ep. 47: Butler headed to Boston?

On the June 19, 2017 edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Mark Schanowski and Kevin Anderson welcome in CSN New England Celtics insider Sherrod Blakely @SherrodbCSN to talk about the Celtics potential pursuit of Jimmy Butler. Blakely gives his chances of a deal happening by draft night, and what the Bulls can expect in return. Draft expert Mark Strotman also joins the panel to discuss the other options for Butler including Tom Thibodeau in Minnesota, and what direction the Bulls will likely go with the 16th overall pick Thursday night.

Ep. 46: How a Sixers-Celtics trade could impact Jimmy Butler and the Bulls

On an abbreviated Bulls Talk podcast, insider Vincent Goodwill and Kevin Anderson discuss the impact of a possible Sixers-Celtics blockbuster trade and if it makes a potential deal for Jimmy Butler more likely. Vincent also gives his prediction for any deal for Butler and if he’ll be a member of the Bulls after the draft.

Ep. 45: Bulls Asst. Coach Randy Brown says 72-win Bulls would beat ’17 Warriors in six

On the June 15, 2017 edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Bulls assistant coach Randy Brown joins Mark Schanowski and Kevin Anderson to discuss his 72-win Bulls team and the current Golden State Warriors. Randy breaks down a hypothetical matchup between the two teams (shocker: he picks the Bulls in six) and why he’s not surprised about the success that his former teammate Steve Kerr is having in Golden State. Randy also shares his unbelievable story of the time Michael Jordan scored 100 points in a practice, and he explains how MJ would have performed in today’s game with different defensive rules.

Ep 44: Bulls’ plans for the 2017 NBA Draft

On the June 12, 2017 edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Mark Schanowski, former Notre Dame star Jordan Cornette, and Kevin Anderson discuss the Bulls plans for the draft, why the near-future of the franchise hinges on June 22nd, and the future of Lebron James in Cleveland. Jordan explains why he believes Zach Collins will be the 2nd best player in this year’s draft class and why comparing him to Karl-Anthony Towns is not a stretch. The trio also discuss the option of Dwyane Wade coming off the bench, and if pursuing Kyle Lowry is a good idea.

Ep. 43: How the rest of the NBA needs to adjust to the Warriors

On the June 8, 2017 edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Mark Schanowski, Vincent Goodwill, and Will Perdue break down the Warriors historical postseason run, LeBron’s performance in the series and why the Warriors are the perfect team for Kevin Durant. Will explains why Steph Curry reminds him of Mark Price, and the trio discuss how the rest of the league will adjust to compete. Also, hear what the Bulls should do with Jimmy Butler and who they’re targeting with the 16th pick in the draft.

Ep. 42: Are KD and Curry better than MJ and Pippen?

On the June 5, 2017 edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Mark Schanowski, Kendall Gill and Kevin Anderson break down the Warriors 2-0 lead over the Cavs in the NBA finals. Hear where you’ll be able to get chicken served by Kendall Tuesday night in Chicago thanks to a bet. Plus the trio debates if Kevin Durant and Steph Curry are the best duo the league has ever seen, and if we are seeing the best small two forwards in history play in this series. They’ll also discuss who would win in a series between this Warriors team and the 95-96 Bulls. Finally, Kendall talks about the Big Ten hoops landscape after Thad Matta’s departure from Ohio State.

Ep. 41: Can LeBron do anything to surpass MJ as the GOAT?

On the May 31, 2017 edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Mark Schanowski, Kendall Gill and Kevin Anderson preview the NBA finals. The trio discusses what both the Cavs and Warriors have to focus on from an X’s and O’s standpoint, plus the x-factor for each team in the series. They’ll also go over the Jordan vs LeBron debate and if there is anything LeBron can do to pass MJ as the GOAT. Also, possible trade scenarios for the Bulls and why the Celtics are unlikely to trade for Jimmy Butler.

Ep. 40: Is Jimmy Butler undervalued across the NBA

On the May 22, 2017 edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Kevin Anderson, Vincent Goodwill, Kendall Gill, and SB Nation’s Ricky O’Donnell discuss the motivation for the Celtics to trade for Jimmy Butler. They also debate whether the league under appreciates the Bulls All-Star.
They discuss the microscope that LeBron James plays under and if the constant comparisons to Michael Jordan are fair after Lebron’s poor showing in game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals.
Ricky shares why Terrance Ferguson is the right pick for the Bulls in the draft, and get a behind the scenes look at Vincent vs Kendall on the court. Plus Kendall on the right way to be a parent of a young athlete.

Ep. 39: Who will the Bulls take with the 16th pick in the draft?

On the May 15, 2017 edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Mark Schanowski, Kendall Gill, and Mark Strotman discuss the NBA combine in Chicago and if it’s smart that many of the top prospects skip the event. They also go over likely options for the Bulls with the 16th overall pick and what Kendall’s combine experience was like in 1990. Plus, the latest on Phil Jackson’s Carmelo Anthony comments and James Harden’s disappearance in the western conference semis. Finally, Kendall tells us the dirtiest player he ever played against.

Ep. 38: Would the Bulls have swept the Celtics if Rondo was healthy?

On the May 9th, 2017 edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Mark Schanowski, Kendall Gill, and Kevin Anderson discuss Rajon Rondo’s comments on TNT that the Bulls would have swept the Celtics if he would have stayed healthy. They’ll also discuss what to expect from the Bulls next year if Rondo returns. Vincent Goodwill joins Mark to preview the draft combine in Chicago this week and what the Bulls should look for in the 16th overall pick. Mark, Kendall, and Kevin will also discuss Lebron James’ dominance and if either the Celtics or Wizards have a chance in the conference finals.