Closing the book on the '24-'25 Chicago Bulls season
K.C Johnson joins Cam Smith and Drew Stevens on this end of season episode of the By The Horns podcast. We cover everything that happened this season and it effects the Bulls now and into the future. From the expectations going into the season, the end of the Zach LaVine era, Coby White's adaptability, Vučević's career year, and the emergence of rookie Matas Buzelis. We also discuss how the Bulls will approach the offseason and what to look forward to in the future.
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Bulls' season comes to an end with play-in loss to Miami
The Chicago Bulls' season ends in a disheartening defeat against the Miami Heat in the play-in tournament. Cam Smith and Drew Stevens break down the 109-90 loss, analyzing the Bulls' struggles, Tyler Hero's dominant performance, and what this means for the team moving forward. Plus, a heated debate on the NBA's play-in tournament.
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K.C. Johnson previews Bulls-Heat Play-In
On this episode of By The Horns, Cam Smith and K.C. Johnson preview the Bulls play-in matchup against the Miami Heat. They discuss how the Bulls can use their fast paced style to their advantage, the Heat’s 4th quarter struggles, and expectations from key players on both sides. They give their x-factors of the game and the extra motivation in the locker room after Miami ended their season the last two seasons.
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Bulls likely headed for yet another play-in matchup versus the Miami Heat
On this episode of By The Horns, Cam and Drew break down the Bulls' win against the Miami Heat, focusing on Josh Giddey's historic performance—a stat line only matched by Larry Bird and Giannis Antetokounmpo! We'll dive into the team's impressive synergy, pointing out the contributions of Kevin Huerter and Matas Buzelis. We discuss the Bulls' playoff outlook, the upcoming games against the Wizards and Sixers, and the likely rematch against the Heat in the play-in tournament. Plus, we speculate on Erik Spoelstra's strategies and the emotional impact of Luka Dončić's return to Dallas.
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Did the Bulls make a mistake by sitting key starters vs Cleveland?
Join Cam Smith and Drew Stevens for a new episode of the By the Horns podcast. Fresh off vacation, Cam is back to discuss the wild ride that is the NBA playoffs. We'll dissect the Bulls' surprising decision to rest key players against the Cleveland Cavaliers, a game where the Cavs clinched the number one seed in the East. We'll analyze the implications for the Bulls' play-in tournament seeding and discuss whether the team is prioritizing competitive integrity or playoff positioning. Hear Cam and Drew debate the Bulls' strategy, analyzing the performances of key players like Patrick Williams (who had a season-high 21 points!), and break down the importance of the upcoming games against the Miami Heat and beyond. Plus, we'll discuss the latest NBA drama, including recent coaching changes, and Cam takes a victory lap for Arsenal's 1st leg win over Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-final. See you at the Bernabéu, Cam. Hala Madrid!
Welcome to By The Horns, a podcast covering the Chicago Bulls. Hosted by Chicagoans Camron Smith and Drew Stevens. We’ll bring you the latest updates along with guest interviews and breaking news. Episodes are released every Tuesday and Thursday.
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