By The Horns: A Chicago Bulls Show

Howard Beck of The Ringer joins the Bulls Podcast to break down Chicago’s offseason, Caleb Wilson’s outlook as the No. 4 pick, and where the Bulls stack up in the Eastern Conference. He also shares his thoughts on the NBA’s blockbuster offseason, the Wizards’ new-look roster, Kawhi Leonard’s uncertain future, and KC and Cam wrap up the episode by discussing the Bulls’ reported interest in Bennedict Mathurin.

Cam Smith and K.C. Johnson dive into the Bulls' Summer League action, led by the standout play of No. 4 overall pick Caleb Wilson. They also examine No. 15 overall pick Dailyn Swain's early development, share their impressions of second-year forward Noa Essengue, and K.C. gives his early read on new Bulls head coach Tiago Splitter.

Jalen Brunson joins Cam Smith and K.C. Johnson to reflect on his journey from being named Illinois Mr. Basketball at Adlai E. Stevenson High School in Lincolnshire, Illinois, to growing up around the NBA and the Chicago Bulls during his father Rick Brunson's playing and coaching career. He looks back on his championship run at Villanova Wildcats men's basketball, being drafted by the Dallas Mavericks, and eventually helping lead the New York Knicks to an NBA championship. Brunson also shares stories about playing alongside Derrick Rose, his early years in Dallas, the passion of Knicks fans, his foundation, and life after winning it all.

(Recorded on June 30, 2026)

Cam Smith and K.C. Johnson break down the start of NBA free agency, including the Bulls' additions of Norman Powell and Nic Claxton, Zach Collins' return, and how each player fits into Chicago's roster heading into next season. They also discuss what the Bulls could do with their final roster spot and react to former Bulls Nikola Vučević and Javon Carter signing with the Orlando Magic.

The newest members of the Chicago Bulls, Caleb Wilson and Dailyn Swain, join Cam Smith and K.C. Johnson on the By The Horns podcast. The two rookies discuss family, college, the culture they hope to build with the Bulls, and life off the court and wrap things up with a fun round of rapid-fire questions.