Month: February 2019

Chicago Bullseye 419 – Interview with KC Johnson of the Chicago Tribune

February 28, 2019

See Red Fred @cbefred interviews the inimitable KC Johnson @kcjhoop of the Chicago Tribune. The Hemingway of Bulls Beat Writers addresses a variety of topics and questions:

1:30 I thought the handling of Parker during Boylen’s first month was catastrophic for the Bulls. Was Boylen or the Front office the impetus behind that decision?
4:30 What did more damage to the reputation of the Bulls org: The handling of Parker or Boylen’s first week (wind sprints, near mutiny, practice after the Boston loss)?
8:40 What was your reaction to the Otto Porter trade? What has impressed you the most about Otto Porter Jr?
11:45 Is Dunn done? I hear whispers there are off court issues. I think it’s highly suspicious that he had a migraine after the Boston game when he spent the 4th quarter glued to the bench. I feel the Bulls must sign a FA Point guard in the offseason (Rubio-Beverley-Collison) a. Do you feel it’s more likely the trade him, or sign a FA to challenge him? b. What FA Point guards do you like?
18:50 There is a palpable anger with the fan base. Is the anger within the fanbase at the highest level you’ve seen in the years since you’ve been covering the team?
26:00 Should the Bulls Buyout Lopez
29:00 Most Underrated Bull for KC Johnson in the Jordan Era

Chicago Bullseye 418 – The Prophetic Visions of See Red Fred

February 27, 2019

THE BAND IS BACK TOGETHER! See Red Fred @cbefred, Mark Lewinthal @bullseyemark23, and Keith Frantz @bullscripted discuss the sudden progression towards greatness of the Budding Big Red Leviathan.

1:30 2 Biggest Reasons that the Team has been playing so well
5:00 Is Kris Dunn Done?
9:55 Bring Derrick Rose Back
12:45 The Face of the Team
14:00 What do you feel is more likely…Lauri becoming a top-10 player, or the Bulls wining the 10-14% Zion lottery, and he then will become a top-10 player?
17:50 Do we have the Eastern Conference Contender Core here already?
21:00 The Prophetic Visions of See Red Fred

Chicago Bullseye 417 – Are you done with Dunn?

February 15, 2019

See Red Fred interviews the Great Bulldog Kevin Anderson @Kevin_NBCS of NBC Sports Chicago. The topics addressed include:

1:50 Are you done with Dunn?
7:30 Bulldog’s 1-2-3 Point Guard Free-Agent options?
17:17 The Otto Porter Jr. Trade
25:00 Bulls vs Knicks
34:00 If the Lakers Win the Lottery

Bulls Podcast #26

February 14, 2019

It’s the Bulls Podcast #26 with Marcus Couch and Wyse Black. We’ve got Post-Game Analysis for Bulls vs Grizzlies, Otto Porter Jr. Progress Report, Kris Dunn’s Future with the Bulls and New Insights on the Portis Trade Timeline. Come Tank With Us!
Welcome to the Bulls Podcast, coming to you from BullsPodcast.com. This is where we bring you the latest news, reviews, rants, rumors and opinions on the players, coaches and front office of the Chicago Bulls.
We’ve got a lot in store for you this episode. Including:

* Post Game Analysis for Bulls vs Grizzlies
* Otto Porter Jr. Progress Report
* Kris Dunn suffers back contusion (What’s his future with the team)
* New Insights on the Portis Trade Timeline.

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This is Episode #26, and we honor all the #26 Bulls Players out there.. The most recent #26 is Kyle Korver aka Threezus, aka Machine Gun Korver. Other notable Bulls Players with #26 are Shaler Halimon (1971) and Coby Dietrick 1980-1982
Bulls vs Memphis Grizzlies Post-Game
The Bulls WON 122-110 with the return of Joakim Noah and Justin Holiday. It was really great to see Joakim back to playing in the UC again. Even Benny The Bull had a little fun with Jo during the player introductions. The crowd stood up for him when he entered the game mid-way through the 1st Quarter. You can really tell that he loves Chicago and he appreciates all the time he spent here.
In terms of the game, Robin Lopez started the game off strong, with 12 points in the first quarter and ending up with a Season High 25 points and Otto Porter Jr had a CAREER HIGH with 37 points on 16/20 shooting,10 rebounds and really helped to control the flow of the offense. Lauri chipped in 21 points and 10 rebounds.
As predicted last week, Rawle Alkins has joined the Bulls again and played tonight in Garbage time in the 4th quarter. He will be interesting to watch as the season winds down. The guy is a dunking beast and it will be great to see just one jam from Rawle before the season ends.
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Otto Porter Jr Trade – How’s it working out so far?
The Chicago Bulls have been playing some of the best basketball of their disappointing season ever s…

Chicago Bullseye 416 – Porter Trade & Collegiate Prospects to Watch

February 13, 2019

See Red Fred @cbefred, Keith Franz @BullScripted, and Buzz @SMBuzzWeed discuss the loss to Milwaukee, the Otto Porter Jr acquisition, the Portis-Parker departure, the best team in the East, and the best collegiate prospects.

The Big Red Bus #24 – Turmoil on the Bus!

February 13, 2019

In a contentious episode, See Red Fred @cbefred and the Great One, Doug Thonus @Doug_thonus, argue about the Porter-Portis-Parker trade. Topics include:

1:00 Pitchforks and Torches
2:00 The Otto Porter Jr. – Bobby Portis Trade
16:00 Hoiberg vs Boylen
21:00 Is this guy a keeper?

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Chicago Bullseye Special Edition: The Bulls Dynasty of the Nineties Part 1

February 13, 2019

In this special episode of the Chicago Bullseye, See Red Fred @cbefred, Big Dave @BawlSports, C-Dub @BawlSports1, and Jack Silverstein @readjack reminisce about the Bulls first three-peat (91-93). Topics discussed:

1. Would the Bulls have won in ’94 if MJ didn’t retire, and was an 8-peat in play?
2. What was the best team of the 1st three-peat, and what was your favorite team of the 1st three-peat?
3. Has John Paxson, the Executive, sullied the reputation of John Paxson, the player?
4. Favorite team of the 1st three-peat
5. Best team of the 1st three-peat
6. Most nervous playoff series

Part 2 will be up later this week. Please email your questions to [email protected]

Bulls Podcast #25

February 8, 2019

It’s The Chicago Bulls Podcast #25 with Marcus Couch and Wyse Black. Reaction to the Otto Porter Jr. for Portis and Parker trade. Post Game of the Bulls vs Pelicans, NBA Trade rumors, Unique Bulls stats and a look ahead to the week’s upcoming games. Come Tank With Us!
Welcome to the Bulls Podcast, coming to you from BullsPodcast.com. This is where we bring you the latest news, reviews, rants, rumors and opinions on the players, coaches and front office of the Chicago Bulls.
We’ve got a lot in store for you this episode. Including:

Bulls Get Otto Porter Jr for Portis and Parker
Post Game Analysis for Bulls vs Pelicans
Latest NBA Trade News and Rumors
An interesting look at some Stats of the season so far
Look ahead to upcoming games this week.

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Before we begin, I want to welcome New Bulls-Focused Podcast, “Talkin Toro’s” at @TalkinToros. Hosted by Miles Phelps, Adam Brown, Louis (Lew-ease) Medina. Check them out at TalkinToros.com and we’ll have them added to Bulls.FM as well.
Bulls Trade Bobby Portis and Jabari Parker to Washington for Otto Porter Jr.
The Washington Wizards are sending Otto Porter to the Chicago Bulls for Bobby Portis and Jabari Parker.
Bobby Portis was very emotional after the trade news, leaving the UC visibly affected by the news. Just last show we talked about Bobby wanting to be a Bull for life.
Jabari Parker was surprised the Bulls moved Bobby Portis: “Bobby is the leader, the captain of our team, and just a guy that they loved. For him to get moved is obviously bitter. But hey, that’s just how it goes.’’
Jabari said he was going to get his last Chicago meal at Harold’s on 87th before heading to DC.
Marcus: If it’s me, I go to Lem’s Ribs, but Harold’s is good. One of these days I’ll share my meeting Michael Jordan story in the parking lot at Carson’s Ribs in Deerfield at Midnight the night of a huge win back in 1996.
Otto Porter Jr. Stats: https://www.foxsports.com/nba/otto-porter-jr-player-stats
In terms of Porter Jr, the 25-year-old has a chance to start fresh in a new location where he can take advantage of his natural talents. Despite modest scoring numbers, the forward can be an impact player while filling up the stat sheet in a number of ways.
He can rebound, defend and make open shots, knocking down 44.1 percent from three-point range in 2017-18.
The player’s all-around contributions helped him lead the Wizards and rank 26th in the league with 8.1 win shares last season, per Basketball Reference. His 9.4 win shares in 2016-17 was good for 21st in the NBA.
The 2013 No. 3 overall draft pick has continued to improve his all-around game and maintains his All-Star potential as he starts the next stage of his career for the …

Chicago Bullseye 415 – Interview with the Athletic Founder Jon Greenberg

February 4, 2019

In this latest Chicago Bullseye, See Red Fred interviews the legendary Founding editor-in-chief/columnist of @theathleticchi Jon Greenberg @jon_greenberg. We broach a wide variety of timeless topics regarding the Beloved Bulls:

0:29 Jon Greenburg 411 & the Founding of the Athletic
3:52 The Athletic Goals
4:30 The Current State of the Beloved Bulls & Why they are so despised
10:04 The Path Forward
12:24 The 3 Biggest Issues with the Team
13:39 Fair Offer for Portis
14:18 The Free Agent Targets
16:53 Greatest Memory as a Bulls Fan
21:00 Predictions on the Future of the Front Office & Coach