• We Became The Bulls GM… Fixing The Chicago Bulls + Rebuild Talk
    Mar 24 2026
    The Chicago Bulls are at a crossroads, and fans are starting to lose patience… so we decided to take matters into our own hands. In this episode, we become the GM of the Chicago Bulls and break down exactly how we would fix the team heading into the offseason. We discuss: The current state of the Chicago Bulls roster Who should stay and who needs to go The rise of Matas Buzelis and Josh Giddey Whether the Bulls should rebuild or retool Potential offseason moves, trades, and direction The bigger picture of the NBA landscape This is real, unfiltered Bulls talk for fans who want honest analysis and entertaining basketball conversation. 🎙️ If you’re a Chicago Bulls fan or an NBA fan, this is a must-listen. Chapters 00:00 March Madness Insights 05:24 Bulls Season Review 10:25 Future of the Bulls 15:42 Draft Strategies and Team Building 21:19 The Bursi Era Begins 26:20 Navigating Player Trades and Free Agency Moves 28:30 Coaching Decisions and Player Development 30:40 Rebuilding Strategies and Coaching Changes 35:04 Expansion Teams: Seattle and Las Vegas 41:52 Protecting Players in the Expansion Draft 45:59 Exploring Player Performance and Statistics 50:03 MVP Votes and Historical Context 52:32 Reflections on Player Careers and Draft Decisions 54:24 Looking Ahead: Future Prospects and Events Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Chicago Bulls Fans in Australia?! 🇦🇺 Bulls Nation Is GLOBAL
    Mar 17 2026
    The Chicago Bulls truly have one of the most passionate fanbases in sports — and it stretches far beyond Chicago. In this episode of the Horns Over Hoops Podcast, host Sal Bass sits down with Troy from the Whole Lotta Bull show to discuss what it’s like being a Chicago Bulls fan in Australia and how Bulls fandom has become a global community. We break down the current state of the Bulls franchise, the direction of the roster, and how fans around the world feel about the team’s future in the National Basketball Association. Topics include: • The worldwide reach of Bulls Nation • The current direction of the Chicago Bulls franchise • Development of young players like Josh Giddey • The potential future of rookie Matas Buzelis • Bulls roster construction and team building • The global Chicago Bulls fan experience We also talk about how the Bulls built a worldwide fanbase during the era of Michael Jordan, and why the team still attracts fans across the globe today. If you're looking for Chicago Bulls news, Bulls roster discussion, NBA analysis, and Chicago sports talk, this episode delivers a unique perspective on the team from outside the United States. Subscribe to Horns Over Hoops for weekly conversations covering: Chicago Bulls news NBA trade rumors Bulls roster decisions NBA debates and analysis Bulls Nation discussions Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Global Basketball Community 02:41 Trivia and Australian Basketball Insights 05:27 Exploring Australian Rules Football 07:51 The Evolution of Basketball in Australia 10:47 The NBL and Its Unique Characteristics 13:15 Denzel Valentine and His NBL Experience 16:01 Whole Lotta Bull: A Chicago Bulls Perspective 23:28 Global Fan Experience 23:53 The Birth of Whole Lotta Bull 26:01 The Name Behind the Podcast 29:59 Bulls Without Borders: A Unique Perspective 34:55 Assessing the Bulls' Season 41:09 Looking Ahead: Development Focus 45:07 Imagining the Future: GM Decisions 52:33 Musical Tastes and Personal Stories 54:34 Transitioning Voices: Emily's Role in Linkin Park 59:11 Musical Favorites: A Journey Through Linkin Park's Discography 01:00:46 Horns or Thorns: A Game of Predictions 01:12:57 Closing Thoughts: Support for the Bulls and Fans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • The Chicago Bulls’ MASSIVE Offseason Dilemma… Who Stays and Who’s Gone?
    Mar 10 2026
    The Chicago Bulls are heading into a critical offseason that could shape the future of the franchise. In this episode of Horns Over Hoops, we break down the biggest decisions facing the Bulls front office as they evaluate their roster, explore trade possibilities, and prepare for the next phase of the team’s rebuild. With the NBA offseason approaching, the Bulls must determine which players are part of the long-term plan and which pieces could be moved. We discuss potential roster decisions, trade rumors, and how the team should approach free agency and the draft. This episode covers: Chicago Bulls offseason strategy Bulls roster decisions and potential moves NBA trade rumors involving Chicago The future direction of the Bulls franchise How the Bulls should approach the upcoming NBA offseason Key players who could impact Chicago’s plans We also discuss players that have been linked to the Bulls in trade conversations including Collin Sexton, Anfernee Simons, Josh Giddey, Trey Jones, and Nick Richards. If you're a member of Bulls Nation or looking for in-depth NBA analysis, this episode breaks down everything you need to know about the Chicago Bulls’ upcoming offseason and the major decisions that could reshape the roster. Subscribe to Horns Over Hoops for weekly discussions covering Chicago Bulls news, NBA trade rumors, roster analysis, and Chicago sports talk. 💡 Megaphone Growth Tip (very powerful): Podcast platforms rank episodes heavily based on the first 2 sentences of the description. For sports podcasts, starting with the team name + topic (like we did with Chicago Bulls offseason) helps you rank higher for searches like: Chicago Bulls podcast Chicago Bulls news Bulls trade rumors NBA offseason discussion Chapters 00:00 Welcome Back and Vacation Tales 06:45 Tuesday Trivia and NBA Draft Insights 10:39 Bulls Season Overview and Player Performances 17:13 Injuries and Player Development Strategies 25:51 Tanking vs. Player Management Discussions 27:45 Injury Management and Roster Decisions 29:52 Evaluating Player Performance and Future Contracts 33:34 The Importance of Player Development 39:58 Choosing Players for the Future 46:14 Assessing Free Agency and Team Needs 50:45 Analyzing Player Performance: Rookie to Second Year Jump 52:52 Chicago Bulls Rookies: Who Made the Cut? 56:49 The Evolution of Bulls Players: Surprising Stats and Stories 59:42 Closing Thoughts: Reflections on the Season and Future Prospects 01:07:14 Outtro for youtube.mp4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Chicago Bulls Rebuild EXPOSED? | Is the Front Office Getting It Right?
    Mar 6 2026
    Is the Chicago Bulls rebuild actually working — or is the franchise stuck in NBA mediocrity? In this episode of Horns Over Hoops, Sal Bass is joined by Gilty, founder of Bulls HQ Discord and a leading voice in the Chicago Bulls community, to break down the current state of the Chicago Bulls rebuild. We analyze: • Chicago Bulls roster construction • Front office decision making • Tanking vs competing debate • NBA draft positioning and lottery outlook • Player development concerns • Long-term rebuild timeline • Bulls Twitter perspective vs management strategy The Chicago Bulls remain one of the NBA’s most historic franchises, but questions continue to surround the direction of the organization. Is the rebuild progressing? Are the right pieces in place? And how far away are the Bulls from becoming contenders again? If you're a Chicago Bulls fan looking for real discussion about the rebuild, roster strategy, NBA draft implications, and the future of the franchise — this episode delivers a full breakdown. Subscribe to Horns Over Hoops for weekly Chicago Bulls analysis, rebuild discussions, and in-depth NBA conversations. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Guest Credibility 02:21 Tanking Trivia and NBA Draft History 04:12 Gilty's Beginnings in Bulls Fandom 07:20 Derrick Rose's Impact on Chicago 09:21 Name Significance and Bulls on Tap 10:21 Starting Content Creation and Writing for Bulls on Tap 12:57 Injury and Reflection: Meniscus Tear 15:37 Love for the Bulls Despite Challenges 18:05 Favorite Articles and Viral Content 20:23 Bulls Without Borders Show 23:10 Working with Top Content Creators 27:10 The Bulls HQ Discord Community 33:42 The Value of Diverse Perspectives in Sports 34:40 Closing Remarks and Community Insights 02:26 Managing the Bulls Discord Community 06:46 The Power of Social Media and Fan Engagement 11:44 Current Season Challenges and Roster Issues 19:11 Impact of Losing Streaks on Team Morale 28:51 Future Prospects and Building a Winning Team 38:30 Draft Strategies and Player Targets 48:00 Gilty's Vision as a GM Candidate 57:54 Community and Content Creation in NBA Fans 01:07:10 Closing Remarks and Future Projects Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • The Chicago Bulls Are Tanking… But Is It On Purpose? | Anti-Tanking Rules EXPOSED
    Feb 24 2026
    Are the Chicago Bulls tanking… or is this just the early stage of a rebuild? In this episode of Horns Over Hoops, Sal Bass breaks down the current state of the Chicago Bulls and whether the team’s recent struggles are part of a long-term rebuild strategy. We discuss: • Chicago Bulls tanking rumors • NBA anti-tanking rules and Adam Silver’s latest stance • Bulls rebuild outlook for 2026 • Josh Giddey’s role in the future • Rob Dillingham development • Jaden Ivey fit and long-term upside • NBA Draft Lottery positioning • NBA All-Star reactions and league-wide implications With the Bulls sitting near the bottom of the standings, fans are asking: Are the Bulls tanking on purpose? And if so, will the NBA’s new anti-tanking rules change the strategy? If you’re a Chicago Bulls fan looking for real talk, rebuild analysis, and draft lottery breakdowns — this episode is for you. Subscribe to Horns Over Hoops for weekly Chicago Bulls news, NBA updates, rebuild discussions, and draft analysis. Chapters: 00:00 Welcome Back and All-Star Game Recap 08:58 Dunk Contest Disappointment 12:59 Three-Point Contest Highlights 16:29 Team USA's Future and Olympic Roster 21:20 Chicago Bulls' Current Status and Future Outlook 25:05 Bulls' Current Struggles and Future Prospects 29:41 Team Chemistry and Player Development 34:28 Tanking and Draft Strategies 44:36 Revisiting Draft Lottery Changes 46:51 Fun and Games: Dunk Contest Trivia 51:28 The Dunk Contest History 52:11 Game Time: Building a Starting Lineup 53:24 Drafting Legends: The Starting Lineup Challenge 55:17 Team Dynamics: Analyzing Player Choices 57:05 Finalizing the Lineup: Who's the Best? 59:43 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans 01:05:53 Outtro for youtube.mp4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Chicago Bulls Future w/ Haize | Billy Donovan, AK & Draft Lottery Debate
    Feb 20 2026
    The Chicago Bulls are entering a critical phase of their franchise. In this episode of Horns Over Hoops, Sal Bass is joined by Haize from Chicago Bulls Central to discuss the direction of the team, the leadership of Arturas Karnisovas, and whether Billy Donovan should remain head coach. We discuss: • Is this season a silent tank? • How long should AK get after hitting reset? • Should Billy Donovan survive another rebuild? • What happens if Chicago lands a top-5 draft pick? • Which prospect could change the franchise? • Why Bulls fans need unity during the rebuild We also talk content creation, podcast growth, and the grind behind Bulls media. If you care about the long-term future of the Chicago Bulls, this episode delivers both analysis and perspective. 🎙 Hosted by Sal Bass 🎧 Featuring Haize (Chicago Bulls Central) 🏀 Chicago Bulls & NBA discussion Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 05:43 Hayes' Podcasting Journey and Background 11:47 Advice for Aspiring Podcasters 19:02 Current State of the Chicago Bulls 22:59 Bulls' Strategy and Future Outlook 26:30 The Value of Second Round Picks 28:15 Financial Flexibility and Team Evaluation 30:03 Fan Reactions to Trades 33:11 Imagining a New Direction for the Bulls 37:07 Evaluating the AK Regime 38:59 Drafting for Immediate Impact 42:05 Final Thoughts and Community Unity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 mins
  • Ayo Dosunmu to Minnesota | Bulls Reaction, Timberwolves Fit & All-Star Debate
    Feb 17 2026
    The Chicago Bulls made a major move at the NBA trade deadline — sending Ayo Dosunmu to the Minnesota Timberwolves. In this episode of Horns Over Hoops, Sal Bass is joined by Justin from JTALKS Hoops to break down the reaction from Bulls fans, the basketball logic behind the deal, and whether Chicago truly has a long-term plan. We discuss: • Why trading Ayo hit Bulls fans emotionally • How he fits alongside Anthony Edwards in Minnesota • Whether the Bulls front office handled the value correctly • The Rob Dillingham factor • What this says about the direction of the rebuild • All-Star Weekend controversy and the future of the dunk contest Did the Bulls make the right call — or will this be another move fans regret? If you’re trying to understand what’s next for Chicago, this episode dives into both the emotion and the basketball side of the decision. 🎙 Hosted by Sal Bass 🏀 Chicago Bulls & NBA analysis 🎧 Featuring JTALKS Hoops Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Ayo Dosumu Trade 05:18 Analyzing the Trade Parameters 11:10 Bulls' Roster Changes and Trade Deadline Activity 16:33 The Role of New Acquisitions 30:48 Evaluating Distressed Assets in Basketball 36:48 The Impact of Injuries on Player Performance 42:35 The State of the Bulls: A Fan's Perspective 47:57 All-Star Weekend: A Diminishing Tradition 54:03 The Evolution of NBA Playstyles 01:00:25 Three-Point Contest: A New Era of Competition 01:11:08 Closing Thoughts: Loyalty and Future Prospects Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 24 mins
  • Bulls Trade Deadline Fallout: Ayo Dosunmu Reaction, New Core & Rebuild Debate
    Feb 10 2026
    The NBA trade deadline has come and gone — and the Chicago Bulls look completely different. In this episode of Horns Over Hoops, Sal Bass, Dan Gracie, and Scotty B react to the Bulls’ biggest moves, including the controversial Ayo Dosunmu trade. Bulls fans are split — some are furious, others see this as the beginning of a real rebuild. We break down: • Why trading Ayo Dosunmu hit Bulls fans emotionally • Early impressions of Colin Sexton, Anfernee Simons, Jaden Ivey, Guerschon Yabusele, Rob Dillingham, and Nick Richards • Is this officially Josh Giddey’s team? • Do the Bulls finally have a direction? • Can this front office be trusted to execute a rebuild? • Is Billy Donovan safe? The Bulls may not admit it publicly — but this feels like the start of a new era in Chicago. If you're a Bulls fan trying to figure out where this team is headed, this episode is for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 14 mins