Locked On Bulls - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bulls

Caleb Wilson set a career high in 3s for in his rookie season for the Chicago Bulls, but some sloppy play in the 1st quarter let the game slip away early and lead to an easy Boston Celtics team. Tiago Splitters team did play much better in the 2nd half but it was tough in the 1st half.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!QuoMoney is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/LOCKEDONNBA. WayfairTransform your space with pieces that hold up to real life.  Join Wayfair Rewards today and get five percent back on every purchase.  Head to https://Wayfair.com or shop the Wayfair app for all things home. Every style. Every home. KALSHIToday's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

**Could injuries to the Oklahoma City Thunder create a major trade opportunity for the Chicago Bulls? 👀🐂**On today’s **Locked On Bulls**, Haize and Pat The Designer discuss whether **Isaac Okoro** could suddenly become more valuable to a contender than he is to Chicago. Oklahoma City has lost Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace to major injuries, and outside analysis has identified the Bulls as a possible trade partner because of players like Okoro and Norman Powell.The guys debate what Bryson Graham should demand if OKC came calling. Would a protected first-round pick and young player be enough? Or should Chicago hold onto one of its best perimeter defenders while the defense is already struggling?Then the conversation turns to **Jalen Smith**, who is questionable with a left finger sprain while **Nic Claxton remains out** and Tobe Awaka is also dealing with an ankle injury. Smith has quietly been one of Chicago’s most productive players, averaging **13.4 points and 8.2 rebounds** through five games.Has Smith played well enough to keep a major role even after Claxton returns? And should the Bulls consider using their open roster spot on another healthy big?Plus, Chicago gets an immediate **NBA Cup revenge game against Boston**, just four days after the Celtics embarrassed the Bulls 134-99.Can Tiago Splitter make meaningful adjustments? Can Caleb Wilson handle Boston’s defensive pressure? And does Chicago’s league-leading pace need to slow down if it continues contributing to one of the NBA’s worst defenses?**Topics include:** Isaac Okoro trade possibilities, OKC’s injury crisis, Jalen Smith’s injury and starting role, Chicago’s center depth, Nic Claxton’s absence, Bulls-Celtics NBA Cup revenge game, Tiago Splitter’s adjustments, and Caleb Wilson’s next major test.🎙️ **Tune in as Haize and Pat break down whether the Bulls should capitalize on Oklahoma City’s desperation, how Chicago handles its growing frontcourt concerns, and whether the Bulls can respond against Boston in the NBA Cup.**Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!QuoMoney is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/LOCKEDONNBA.WayfairTransform your space with pieces that hold up to real life.  Join Wayfair Rewards today and get five percent back on every purchase.  Head to https://Wayfair.com or shop the Wayfair app for all things home. Every style. Every home.KALSHIToday's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

**The Chicago Bulls finally found their offense — and somehow still walked away with a loss. 😳🐂**On today’s **Locked On Bulls**, Haize and Pat break down Chicago blowing a **19-point lead** against the Knicks despite scoring 127 points, hitting 18 threes and recording 32 assists. Is shooting still the Bulls’ biggest problem, or have defense, rebounding and late-game execution become the real concerns?The guys also discuss the best performance yet from the **Caleb Wilson–Matas Buzelis pairing**. The young forwards combined for **37 points, 11 rebounds and seven assists**, while each knocked down three three-pointers. Are Bulls fans finally seeing what Chicago’s future could look like with Caleb and Matas growing together?Plus, **Norman Powell dropped 30 points on just 15 shots**, raising a huge question for Tiago Splitter: when the game gets tight, who should actually close — Powell, Caleb, Matas or Josh Giddey?**Topics include:** Bulls blowing a 19-point lead, Caleb Wilson and Matas Buzelis’ chemistry, Chicago’s defensive problems, Norman Powell’s 30-point night, late-game execution, and who should become the Bulls’ closer.🎙️ **Tune in as Haize and Pat debate whether the Bulls are closer to being good than their record suggests — or if Chicago still lacks the pieces needed to finish games.**#ChicagoBulls #BullsNation #LockedOnBulls #CalebWilson #MatasBuzelis #NormanPowell #JoshGiddey #TiagoSplitter #NBA #SeeRed 🐂🔥Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!QuoMoney is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/LOCKEDONNBA.WayfairTransform your space with pieces that hold up to real life.  Join Wayfair Rewards today and get five percent back on every purchase.  Head to https://Wayfair.com or shop the Wayfair app for all things home. Every style. Every home.KALSHIToday's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Norman Powell dropped 30, Caleb Wilson made plenty of impressive plays again and we saw a wrinkle and big coaching decision by Tiago Splitter in the Chicago Bulls 133-127 loss to the New York Knicks.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!QuoMoney is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/LOCKEDONNBA. WayfairTransform your space with pieces that hold up to real life.  Join Wayfair Rewards today and get five percent back on every purchase.  Head to https://Wayfair.com or shop the Wayfair app for all things home. Every style. Every home. KALSHIToday's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

**The Chicago Bulls have now suffered back-to-back third-quarter collapses, and the conversation is shifting from young-team growing pains to whether Tiago Splitter is getting out-adjusted after halftime. 👀🐂**On today’s episode of **Locked On Bulls**, Haize and Pat The Designer break down Chicago’s latest ugly loss to Boston and a troubling trend that has developed over the past two games.The Bulls were competitive for stretches against the Celtics, cutting a 16-point deficit down to four and staying within seven early in the third quarter.Then everything fell apart.Boston outscored Chicago **39-21 in the third quarter**, just two games after Washington won the third **40-20**. That means the Bulls have been outscored **79-41 across their last two third quarters — a 38-point difference**.So Haize and Pat ask the uncomfortable question:**Is Tiago Splitter already losing the halftime-adjustment battle?**Chicago wants to play fast, pressure defensively and attack before defenses get organized. But when turnovers start piling up, that same pace can turn a manageable deficit into a blowout almost instantly.Against Boston, the Bulls committed **nine turnovers in the third quarter alone**, leading to 17 Celtics points. Even worse, Boston made its biggest run while Jayson Tatum was on the bench.At what point does responsibility shift from a young roster learning how to win to a coaching staff that has to stop momentum, change coverages and make better in-game adjustments?The guys also revisit one of the Bulls’ biggest preseason talking points: **depth**.Chicago’s bench looked like a potential strength after scoring 59 points against Milwaukee.Then Boston’s reserves absolutely dominated.The Celtics bench outscored Chicago **79-33**, while Boston also won the rebounding battle 54-40 and grabbed 19 offensive rebounds.Does Chicago actually have one of the deeper rosters in the East? Or does it simply have a lot of intriguing players who have not yet proven they can consistently impact winning?**Leonard Miller, Tre Jones, Buddy Hield and Isaac Okoro** all bring useful individual skills, but who becomes the dependable scorer when the starters sit? Should Splitter start staggering his best players more aggressively? And does Bryson Graham eventually need to turn several rotation pieces into one more reliable NBA starter?Plus, the Bulls now get an unexpected opportunity against the **defending NBA champion New York Knicks**, who have opened the season 0-3.New York became the first defending champion since the 2011-12 Mavericks to lose its first three games, and its latest defeat included blowing a double-digit fourth-quarter lead to Orlando.Could Chicago make the Knicks’ nightmare start even worse?The Bulls are rebuilding and playing with far less pressure. New York is defending a championship and facing growing scrutiny with every loss.If Chicago can use its athleticism, pace and rim pressure to attack a struggling Knicks team, could a win over the defending champs restore some confidence after blowout losses to Toronto and Boston? The Bulls are young. Growing pains were always coming.But there is a difference between losing competitive games and repeatedly watching games become blowouts in a matter of minutes.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!QuoMoney is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/LOCKEDONNBA.WayfairTransform your space with pieces that hold up to real life.  Join Wayfair Rewards today and get five percent back on every purchase.  Head to https://Wayfair.com or shop the Wayfair app for all things home. Every style. Every home.KALSHIToday's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. 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