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<copyright>&#x2117; &amp; &#xA9; 2007 Chicago Bulls Beat</copyright>
<itunes:subtitle>The most informative Chicago Bulls podcast going with salary cap expertise, inside sources, and professional scouting tools.</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:summary>At the Bulls Beat, we cover the Chicago Bulls like no one else.  We're talking about in depth Bulls coverage, not your run of the mill talk radio coverage for the casual fan.   We're talking about salary cap expertise down to the smallest rule in the coll</itunes:summary>
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<itunes:name>Doug Thonus</itunes:name>
<itunes:email>dougthonus@bullsbeat.com</itunes:email>
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<title>Bulls Beat #134</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Playoffs?  Not so fast</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>A discussion of the Bulls playoff hopes, 2010 free agency, and Derrick Rose's improvement this year.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 08:30:54 CST</pubDate>
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<description>A discussion of the Bulls playoff hopes, 2010 free agency, and Derrick Rose's improvement this year.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #133</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>My latest ramblings</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>A short discussion of how our moves at the deadline have worked so far, a look at the difficulty of the upcoming schedule, some thoughts on Joakim's injury as well as Derrick's emergence as a star.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:47:17 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>A short discussion of how our moves at the deadline have worked so far, a look at the difficulty of the upcoming schedule, some thoughts on Joakim's injury as well as Derrick's emergence as a star.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #132</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Trade deadline thoughts</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>A discussion of the Bulls record and possibilities for this season, trade possibilities at the deadline, and the new collective bargaining agreement</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 14 Feb 2010 13:26:38 CST</pubDate>
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<description>A discussion of the Bulls record and possibilities for this season, trade possibilities at the deadline, and the new collective bargaining agreement</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #131</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Early thoughts on the season</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>I give some early thoughts on the performances of the Bulls schemes and players through the first two games of the season.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2009 17:27:25 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>I give some early thoughts on the performances of the Bulls schemes and players through the first two games of the season.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #130</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Media Day</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>I describe my experiences through media day, a Bulls practice and some thoughts on the team this season.  Thanks to James Johnson for the new intro. </itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2009 20:11:39 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>I describe my experiences through media day, a Bulls practice and some thoughts on the team this season.  Thanks to James Johnson for the new intro. </description>
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<title>Bullsbeat #129</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Jordan, Asik, and the Bulls hopes</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>A look at Jordan's controversial Hall of Fame speech, some Omer Asik scouting information, a brief look at 2010, and what the Bulls need to do to improve this summer.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2009 06:57:14 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>A look at Jordan's controversial Hall of Fame speech, some Omer Asik scouting information, a brief look at 2010, and what the Bulls need to do to improve this summer.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #128</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Quiet as a ghost</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The slow month times are on us as perhaps the only entirely dead month of NBA basketball news trudges on.  I break down a variety of topics related to the fit and future of the roster, coaching staff, and answer your email questions.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2009 15:14:58 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The slow month times are on us as perhaps the only entirely dead month of NBA basketball news trudges on.  I break down a variety of topics related to the fit and future of the roster, coaching staff, and answer your email questions.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #127</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>In memory of Patricia Denning Golden</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>I return to the podcasting world after a 1 day retirement with sad personal news along with some discussion of the Bulls.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2009 22:35:47 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>I return to the podcasting world after a 1 day retirement with sad personal news along with some discussion of the Bulls.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #126</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>The Final Episode</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>It's not epic, it's not filled with great inside info, it's simply the final episode of the Bulls Beat podcast where I say my goodbyes to you, the fans who've made this show worth doing for the past few years.  </itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2009 19:02:59 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>It's not epic, it's not filled with great inside info, it's simply the final episode of the Bulls Beat podcast where I say my goodbyes to you, the fans who've made this show worth doing for the past few years.  </description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #125</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Gordon's gone</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>A discussion of Ben Gordon leaving the Bulls, the money involved, and the future direction of the franchise without him.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2009 22:33:26 CST</pubDate>
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<description>A discussion of Ben Gordon leaving the Bulls, the money involved, and the future direction of the franchise without him.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #124</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Post Draft</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>I discuss the Bulls draft, rather belatedly, free agency on the horizon, ben gordon's situation, answer email questions, and attempt to get back on a more normal recording schedule</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 22:12:35 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>I discuss the Bulls draft, rather belatedly, free agency on the horizon, ben gordon's situation, answer email questions, and attempt to get back on a more normal recording schedule</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #123</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Final draft Previw</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>I discuss the final four prospects in DX's top 26.   Stephen Curry, Tyreke Evans, DeMar DeRozan, and Jordan Hill as well as giving out my talent breakdown as far as what order I would rank the prospects in on draft day.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2009 12:48:00 CST</pubDate>
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<description>I discuss the final four prospects in DX's top 26.   Stephen Curry, Tyreke Evans, DeMar DeRozan, and Jordan Hill as well as giving out my talent breakdown as far as what order I would rank the prospects in on draft day.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #122</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Top of the Draft</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>I discuss some of the top prospects in the draft Blake Griffin, Ricky Rubio, Hasheem Thabeet, Brandon Jennings, and James Harden</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2009 23:26:42 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>I discuss some of the top prospects in the draft Blake Griffin, Ricky Rubio, Hasheem Thabeet, Brandon Jennings, and James Harden</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #121</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Draft Breakdown of late bigmen</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>I discuss big man prospects for the Bulls going over Tyler Hansbrough, Austin Daye, Sam Young, Gani Lawal, and Omri Casspi</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2009 14:31:58 CST</pubDate>
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<description>I discuss big man prospects for the Bulls going over Tyler Hansbrough, Austin Daye, Sam Young, Gani Lawal, and Omri Casspi</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>PG Preview</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>I discuss the mid first round point guard / combo guard prospects in this draft:  Jeff Teague, Jonny Flynn, Eric Maynor, Ty Lawson, and Jrue Holiday</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2009 11:00:39 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>I discuss the mid first round point guard / combo guard prospects in this draft:  Jeff Teague, Jonny Flynn, Eric Maynor, Ty Lawson, and Jrue Holiday</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #119</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Wings n Things</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>I discuss wing prospects for the Bulls going over Terrance Williams, Gerald Henderson, Chase Budinger, Marcus Thornton, and Wayne Ellington.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2009 21:06:11 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>I discuss wing prospects for the Bulls going over Terrance Williams, Gerald Henderson, Chase Budinger, Marcus Thornton, and Wayne Ellington.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #118</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Interview with Jonathan Givony</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>I sit down with Jonathan Givony of DraftExpress to discuss the latest rumors about the Bulls and the draft as well as break down all of the draft prospects in the draft.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 23:14:16 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>I sit down with Jonathan Givony of DraftExpress to discuss the latest rumors about the Bulls and the draft as well as break down all of the draft prospects in the draft.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #117</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Pick #16 big man choices</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>I break down Earl Clark, James Johnson, BJ Mullens, and Dejaun Blair as possible big men selections for the Bulls at pick #16 as well as answer email questions</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 19:46:59 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>I break down Earl Clark, James Johnson, BJ Mullens, and Dejaun Blair as possible big men selections for the Bulls at pick #16 as well as answer email questions</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #116</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>The first draft preview</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>I am joined by Joey Whelan of draftexpress.com to discuss the players currently projected to be at teh top of the lists in the Bulls draft range.   We give overviews of about 15-20 different guys whom the Bulls will be looking at in the NBA draft. </itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 20:54:20 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>I am joined by Joey Whelan of draftexpress.com to discuss the players currently projected to be at teh top of the lists in the Bulls draft range.   We give overviews of about 15-20 different guys whom the Bulls will be looking at in the NBA draft. </description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #115</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>The Most Wonderful time..</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>Okay, I've reverted to song for the second time to shock you out of your game seven hangovers.  I give my closing thoughts on the players, the season, the coaches, and preview what's to come on the Bulls Beat in the coming months.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 12:42:54 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>Okay, I've reverted to song for the second time to shock you out of your game seven hangovers.  I give my closing thoughts on the players, the season, the coaches, and preview what's to come on the Bulls Beat in the coming months.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #114</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>No words left..</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Bulls gut out a triple overtime win against the Celtics to send the closest playoff series ever to a deciding game 7. Several Bulls weren't as happy as you'd think they would be while the refs did us no favors an the commissioner will probably pass on doing us one today as well.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 14:45:53 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Bulls gut out a triple overtime win against the Celtics to send the closest playoff series ever to a deciding game 7. Several Bulls weren't as happy as you'd think they would be while the refs did us no favors an the commissioner will probably pass on doing us one today as well.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #113</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Hello offseason</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Bulls lost a heartbreaker, but they gained all the experience you could hope for in a playoff series to build hunger for next year.   I take a look at game 5 and preview game 6 where the Bulls attempt to even the series.  Also, the Bulldpodcsters T-Shirts are finally here, and on sale now through the website.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 12:07:17 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Bulls lost a heartbreaker, but they gained all the experience you could hope for in a playoff series to build hunger for next year.   I take a look at game 5 and preview game 6 where the Bulls attempt to even the series.  Also, the Bulldpodcsters T-Shirts are finally here, and on sale now through the website.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #112</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Doc Rivers does VDN</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>Doc Rivers is now the one with no timeouts at the end of the game as the Bulls shorten this to a best of three series with a game four win.   Derrick Rose plays well, Brad Miller's a hot head, and a look at the critical game five in Boston on Tuesday</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 19:58:47 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>Doc Rivers is now the one with no timeouts at the end of the game as the Bulls shorten this to a best of three series with a game four win.   Derrick Rose plays well, Brad Miller's a hot head, and a look at the critical game five in Boston on Tuesday</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #111</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Decisive Action</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The closest a series can be after three games is two to one.   The Bulls may find themselves on the wrong side of that two to one, but a single victory will fix everything.  I discuss what the Bulls need to do to make that happen in game four.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 11:14:09 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The closest a series can be after three games is two to one.   The Bulls may find themselves on the wrong side of that two to one, but a single victory will fix everything.  I discuss what the Bulls need to do to make that happen in game four.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #110</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>A Superstar is Born</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>Derrick Rose grabs superstardom by the horns and has launched himself into the national conversation with LeBron, Howard, Wade, and Bosh as rising stars of the East while Vinny Del Negro almost turns a win into a loss.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 09:28:27 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>Derrick Rose grabs superstardom by the horns and has launched himself into the national conversation with LeBron, Howard, Wade, and Bosh as rising stars of the East while Vinny Del Negro almost turns a win into a loss.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #109</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>I told you so</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Bulls blow it against the Raptors, but they're the larger winners of the seeding war as they now play a Garnettless Celtics team.   I break down the matchup and answer your email questions.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 15:07:42 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Bulls blow it against the Raptors, but they're the larger winners of the seeding war as they now play a Garnettless Celtics team.   I break down the matchup and answer your email questions.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #108</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Case for VDN and Paxson</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Bulls clinch a playoff spot in unheralded fashion as Charlotte loses to Oklahoma City on the road.   I go over the different tiebreakers, in confusing fashion, and try to figure out what seed we'll land on.  I make cases for VDN and John Paxson as coach/GM, and discuss your emails this week.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 16:33:37 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Bulls clinch a playoff spot in unheralded fashion as Charlotte loses to Oklahoma City on the road.   I go over the different tiebreakers, in confusing fashion, and try to figure out what seed we'll land on.  I make cases for VDN and John Paxson as coach/GM, and discuss your emails this week.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #107</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Case for Kirk</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>I wrap up the latest on the Bulls hunt for the playoffs, make the Kirk Hinrich, make the case for VDN sort of, and announce some of the details on the Bulls playoff ticket giveaway.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 12:58:37 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>I wrap up the latest on the Bulls hunt for the playoffs, make the Kirk Hinrich, make the case for VDN sort of, and announce some of the details on the Bulls playoff ticket giveaway.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #106</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Announcing Bullspodcasters.com</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>I announce the new website and big project that has taken up a lot of my time lately and discuss the Bulls recent run of games, answer email questions, and break into some discussion about our individual players as well as the Hamburgler. </itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 12:52:43 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>I announce the new website and big project that has taken up a lot of my time lately and discuss the Bulls recent run of games, answer email questions, and break into some discussion about our individual players as well as the Hamburgler. </description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #105</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Playoff Push</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>I discuss the Bulls push towards the playoffs where they're presently locked on the 8th seed and look to be in excellent shape.   Also an overview of the off season and what decisions lie in wait for us then with some pros and cons of how we will mix up the present backcourt and my dreams for the front court along with my unintentional rant on the business of college basketball. </itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 12:42:39 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>I discuss the Bulls push towards the playoffs where they're presently locked on the 8th seed and look to be in excellent shape.   Also an overview of the off season and what decisions lie in wait for us then with some pros and cons of how we will mix up the present backcourt and my dreams for the front court along with my unintentional rant on the business of college basketball. </description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #104</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>All by myself</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Bulls have given you a roller coaster ride over the past four games, and as the season winds down there are two things on the mind of Bulls fans.   Will we make the playoffs and will Derrick Rose win rookie of the year honors.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 16:53:35 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Bulls have given you a roller coaster ride over the past four games, and as the season winds down there are two things on the mind of Bulls fans.   Will we make the playoffs and will Derrick Rose win rookie of the year honors.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #103</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Sham of a podcast</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The British invasion takes over the Bulls Beat.   As Mark joins me to discuss the Bulls playoff chase, Luol Deng's career as a brit and the injuries it brings, your email questions, Derrick Rose in the 4th, what will happen with Vinny Del Negro, and how to build the team in the future.  </itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 22:47:01 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The British invasion takes over the Bulls Beat.   As Mark joins me to discuss the Bulls playoff chase, Luol Deng's career as a brit and the injuries it brings, your email questions, Derrick Rose in the 4th, what will happen with Vinny Del Negro, and how to build the team in the future.  </description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #102</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Blog-a-Bulls-Beat</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>Matt from Blogabull.com stops by to discuss the latest Bulls news.   He was the lucky attendy of the Derrick Rose bust-out-athon against Houston, so we discuss that, Rose's progression, Luol Deng's latest issues, VDN's coaching stint and so mcuh more.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:40:39 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>Matt from Blogabull.com stops by to discuss the latest Bulls news.   He was the lucky attendy of the Derrick Rose bust-out-athon against Houston, so we discuss that, Rose's progression, Luol Deng's latest issues, VDN's coaching stint and so mcuh more.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #101</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>When hopes go up..</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Bulls raise your hopes by destroying the Nuggets and then send them crashing back down with a loss to the Pacers.   A quick look at our new players in their debut, and I defend Vinny Del Negro, sort of.  Also, my hot topic of the day is how to keep Ben Gordon a Bull next summer without paying the luxury tax.   It isn't pretty, but there are solutions.   All your email questions answered as well.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 13:47:05 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Bulls raise your hopes by destroying the Nuggets and then send them crashing back down with a loss to the Pacers.   A quick look at our new players in their debut, and I defend Vinny Del Negro, sort of.  Also, my hot topic of the day is how to keep Ben Gordon a Bull next summer without paying the luxury tax.   It isn't pretty, but there are solutions.   All your email questions answered as well.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #100</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Deadline deal days</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>It's the 100th episode of the Bulls beat, and it couldn't have come at a better time.  The trading deadline has passed, and the Bulls are definitely the winners.   Not Amare winners, but winners none the less.   I break down all the trades with a special guest who hasn't appeared on the show in quite some time.   We also discuss the Paxson press conference as well as rumors of his retirement, and the Chris Bosh rumors as well as destroying all your hope for Ben Gordon staying (and then reigniting it just for fun).   </itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 12:27:31 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>It's the 100th episode of the Bulls beat, and it couldn't have come at a better time.  The trading deadline has passed, and the Bulls are definitely the winners.   Not Amare winners, but winners none the less.   I break down all the trades with a special guest who hasn't appeared on the show in quite some time.   We also discuss the Paxson press conference as well as rumors of his retirement, and the Chris Bosh rumors as well as destroying all your hope for Ben Gordon staying (and then reigniting it just for fun).   </description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #99</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Paxon in, Amare too?</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Paxson retirement has blown over somewhat and seems to be blown out of proportion by Vescey and too quickly confirmed by Hanley.   KC and Mike McGraw give a story of nothing major to report.   The Amare trade rumors continue to descend on the city, and I give you my take on how likely a deal is to come to fruition.     Also, Derrick Rose wins the skills contest, but the rookies are unable to top the sophomores in the rookie/sophomore challenge.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 14:57:46 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Paxson retirement has blown over somewhat and seems to be blown out of proportion by Vescey and too quickly confirmed by Hanley.   KC and Mike McGraw give a story of nothing major to report.   The Amare trade rumors continue to descend on the city, and I give you my take on how likely a deal is to come to fruition.     Also, Derrick Rose wins the skills contest, but the rookies are unable to top the sophomores in the rookie/sophomore challenge.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #98</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Paxson out?!</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>John Paxson is resigning as reported by Peter Vescey and confirmed by Brian Hanley.   What effect will this have on the trade deadline and what is the real reason that Paxson is leaving the Bulls?   Speculation abounds on these topics.   Also the shocking news doesn't stop us from reporting the worst end game sequence I've seen in years, who's dumber VDN or Thabo Sefolosha?   You decide.   Plenty more Amare talk thrown in for fun, as all your emails are answered.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 11:34:22 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>John Paxson is resigning as reported by Peter Vescey and confirmed by Brian Hanley.   What effect will this have on the trade deadline and what is the real reason that Paxson is leaving the Bulls?   Speculation abounds on these topics.   Also the shocking news doesn't stop us from reporting the worst end game sequence I've seen in years, who's dumber VDN or Thabo Sefolosha?   You decide.   Plenty more Amare talk thrown in for fun, as all your emails are answered.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #97</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>I think I lost my voice</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>It's a great day to be a Bulls fan as we just saw one of the best games of the year as the Bulls have a thrilling come from behind victory against the Pistons.   We saw Chicago honor one of it's legends in Johnny Red Kerr, and we still get to be excited about the prospects of adding Amare Stoudemire, he of the worst nickname in the NBA, to our team via trade.    All of this as well as some discussion of other trade rumors on this edtion of the Bulls Beat.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 09:41:29 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>It's a great day to be a Bulls fan as we just saw one of the best games of the year as the Bulls have a thrilling come from behind victory against the Pistons.   We saw Chicago honor one of it's legends in Johnny Red Kerr, and we still get to be excited about the prospects of adding Amare Stoudemire, he of the worst nickname in the NBA, to our team via trade.    All of this as well as some discussion of other trade rumors on this edtion of the Bulls Beat.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #96</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Amaremania!</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>It's Amare mania, and I'm going to break it down for you like no other.    The positives and negatives to acquiring Amare.   The steps that need to be taken before he'll be traded anywhere, and the individual things that have to happen before he could become a Bull.    The cap consequences, and best offers that I believe the Bulls could make.  I'm breaking it down as much as I can.    Also, the Bulls lose to the Mavs in OT after Derrick Rose drives the lane 100 times without getting a foul call all night, and of course, all emails answered.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2009 16:09:13 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>It's Amare mania, and I'm going to break it down for you like no other.    The positives and negatives to acquiring Amare.   The steps that need to be taken before he'll be traded anywhere, and the individual things that have to happen before he could become a Bull.    The cap consequences, and best offers that I believe the Bulls could make.  I'm breaking it down as much as I can.    Also, the Bulls lose to the Mavs in OT after Derrick Rose drives the lane 100 times without getting a foul call all night, and of course, all emails answered.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #95</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Dancing Days are Here Again</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The bulls have won four of their last five and clinched a winning record on a big road trip for the first time since the Jordan era.   Everyone is playing well, and Larry Hughes has been banished.   Things really couldn't be going any sweeter until that is rumors that Amare and Bosh may be availble for trade offering up opportunities to get that elusive star big man.    I discuss all of the latest news including my belated discussion of Reinsdorf's problems with the team and answer all your email questions on this edition of the Bulls Beat.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 11:33:04 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The bulls have won four of their last five and clinched a winning record on a big road trip for the first time since the Jordan era.   Everyone is playing well, and Larry Hughes has been banished.   Things really couldn't be going any sweeter until that is rumors that Amare and Bosh may be availble for trade offering up opportunities to get that elusive star big man.    I discuss all of the latest news including my belated discussion of Reinsdorf's problems with the team and answer all your email questions on this edition of the Bulls Beat.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #94</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Where two wins means a loss</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Bulls have won two in a row and attempt to break the three game win streak barrier again this year.   I leap on the opportunity to do a podcast before that third game in order to still have something nice to say about the team.   Noah and Tyrus are showing improvement, Deng is the man again, and Derrick Rose is setting up dunks in two blowouts on the road.    I also get into some trade discussion, some who do you blame the most, and answer all your email questions.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 15:33:36 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Bulls have won two in a row and attempt to break the three game win streak barrier again this year.   I leap on the opportunity to do a podcast before that third game in order to still have something nice to say about the team.   Noah and Tyrus are showing improvement, Deng is the man again, and Derrick Rose is setting up dunks in two blowouts on the road.    I also get into some trade discussion, some who do you blame the most, and answer all your email questions.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #93</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>The Bulls Lotto - Have a ball!</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Bulls are playing better ball, but it's not showing up in the record books as the losing streak rolls on after the first game of the road trip.   I've got a little good news on Joakim Noah to boost my hopes that he's going to take basketball more seriously this off season, and I answer all your email questions relating to VDN's tenure, Gordon's odds of staying, as well as if we'll be able to trade Larry Hughes.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 10:49:55 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Bulls are playing better ball, but it's not showing up in the record books as the losing streak rolls on after the first game of the road trip.   I've got a little good news on Joakim Noah to boost my hopes that he's going to take basketball more seriously this off season, and I answer all your email questions relating to VDN's tenure, Gordon's odds of staying, as well as if we'll be able to trade Larry Hughes.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #92</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Participation Ribbon Time</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Bulls are what we thought they were.    Unfortunately, that's what we thought they were after the Oklahoma City loss and not the Cleveland and Toronto wins.   Closing out games is the greatest issue this team faces right now.   Also, Joakim Noah, he's not so bad as you think.   Really.   I'm the only one who believes this, but it's true.   Some fun personal stories, and finally, I answer your voicemail questions (bad Doug, bad for taking so long).</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 14:08:55 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Bulls are what we thought they were.    Unfortunately, that's what we thought they were after the Oklahoma City loss and not the Cleveland and Toronto wins.   Closing out games is the greatest issue this team faces right now.   Also, Joakim Noah, he's not so bad as you think.   Really.   I'm the only one who believes this, but it's true.   Some fun personal stories, and finally, I answer your voicemail questions (bad Doug, bad for taking so long).</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #91</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>The Cavs are my Zoloft.</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>Did I just take a Zoloft or did the Bulls beat the Cavs last night while shutting down LBJ?   Okay, he was sick, they were missing guys, and the offense still struggled, but who cares?   After a couple downer episodes, I finally get to give you some feel good Bulls talk focused around the return of Hinrich, Deng, and maybe I'm finally entering the acceptance stage of Ben Gordon's fate.   All this and all of your email comments on this edition of the Bulls Beat.   </itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 16:30:00 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>Did I just take a Zoloft or did the Bulls beat the Cavs last night while shutting down LBJ?   Okay, he was sick, they were missing guys, and the offense still struggled, but who cares?   After a couple downer episodes, I finally get to give you some feel good Bulls talk focused around the return of Hinrich, Deng, and maybe I'm finally entering the acceptance stage of Ben Gordon's fate.   All this and all of your email comments on this edition of the Bulls Beat.   </description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #90</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>The Depression Part 2</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>After going 2-2 after four home games against four of the worst teams in the NBA, it's oficially time to panic about this season.   It's really hard to imagine things being a whole lot worse than this.   What happened to the team that was a game under .500 after playing the toughest schedule in the NBA?   They played a bunch of creampuffs and lost.    Grab your hard liquor, turn on the blues and listen to the Bulls Beat.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 13:38:33 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>After going 2-2 after four home games against four of the worst teams in the NBA, it's oficially time to panic about this season.   It's really hard to imagine things being a whole lot worse than this.   What happened to the team that was a game under .500 after playing the toughest schedule in the NBA?   They played a bunch of creampuffs and lost.    Grab your hard liquor, turn on the blues and listen to the Bulls Beat.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #89</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>The Sky is Falling</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Bulls are blown out by two good opponents, and then lose to one of the worst teams in the league.   At home.   The sky actually is falling, and the finger pointing and internal problems are obvious.   VDN has lost the team and needs to go, and John Paxson may not be the right man to try and fix this mess.   Wholesale changes are required at this point, and Paxson needs to prove he's not too attached to the players he drafted.   My prediction of the 6th seed indeed looks pretty weak right now.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2009 17:55:02 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Bulls are blown out by two good opponents, and then lose to one of the worst teams in the league.   At home.   The sky actually is falling, and the finger pointing and internal problems are obvious.   VDN has lost the team and needs to go, and John Paxson may not be the right man to try and fix this mess.   Wholesale changes are required at this point, and Paxson needs to prove he's not too attached to the players he drafted.   My prediction of the 6th seed indeed looks pretty weak right now.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #88</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>The Roster Glut</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>In this edition of the Bulls Beat I lightly cover the past three games, and spend a lot of time discussing the Bulls rotation as Hinrich appears to be possibly ahead of schedule in his recovery.  Luol Deng and Drew Gooden should also be returning to the lineup soon, and a big time minute crunch seems inevitable.    What do we do with this roster both short term and long term?   This and other rambling thoughts in a somewhat disjointed edition of the Bulls Beat.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 13:29:34 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>In this edition of the Bulls Beat I lightly cover the past three games, and spend a lot of time discussing the Bulls rotation as Hinrich appears to be possibly ahead of schedule in his recovery.  Luol Deng and Drew Gooden should also be returning to the lineup soon, and a big time minute crunch seems inevitable.    What do we do with this roster both short term and long term?   This and other rambling thoughts in a somewhat disjointed edition of the Bulls Beat.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #87</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Robbed by Refs</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Bulls were destroyed by three refs in Detroit on the onset of a tough six game stretch (5 on the road).   The most surprising thing about the month of December may be the reimergence of Tyrus Thomas and the continued mediocre play of Loul Deng.   A lot of discussion centered on those two players.   Some discussion about our other front court options as well as all your email questions being answered.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 12:15:58 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Bulls were destroyed by three refs in Detroit on the onset of a tough six game stretch (5 on the road).   The most surprising thing about the month of December may be the reimergence of Tyrus Thomas and the continued mediocre play of Loul Deng.   A lot of discussion centered on those two players.   Some discussion about our other front court options as well as all your email questions being answered.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #86</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>A big win brings back big hope</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Bulls Beat is joined by Fred Pfeiffer of the Chicago Bullseye Podcast to discuss the latest on the Chicago Bulls.   The Bulls get a big win over the Jazz, but will be without Drew Gooden until at least January.   Tyrus has yet to suit up, and we get into the debate of what to do with Luol Deng and Ben Gordon as well.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 14:44:38 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Bulls Beat is joined by Fred Pfeiffer of the Chicago Bullseye Podcast to discuss the latest on the Chicago Bulls.   The Bulls get a big win over the Jazz, but will be without Drew Gooden until at least January.   Tyrus has yet to suit up, and we get into the debate of what to do with Luol Deng and Ben Gordon as well.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #85</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Same as it ever was</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Bulls finish up their stretch of easy games the same place they entered it.   One game under .500.   Derrick Rose has looked mortal all of a sudden, but no reason to push the panic button on Rose yet.   Tyrus and Joakim are starting to look promising, and the Bulls get to go to Boston to attempt to finally get to the breakeven point.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 13:16:43 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Bulls finish up their stretch of easy games the same place they entered it.   One game under .500.   Derrick Rose has looked mortal all of a sudden, but no reason to push the panic button on Rose yet.   Tyrus and Joakim are starting to look promising, and the Bulls get to go to Boston to attempt to finally get to the breakeven point.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #84</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>The latest from the inside
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<itunes:summary>The Chicago Bulls have gone two and three since the last podcast with quick summations of the important notable points from those performances included. However, the real treat is a few tidbits I've gleaned from some sources regarding a bunch of your favorite Bulls players (okay not so much your favorites, since I didn't get anything special about rose), but plenty of info on our frontcourt and backcourt and recent happenings behind the scenes. Of course, all your email questions are answered as well on this edition of the Bulls Beat.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 11:28:29 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Chicago Bulls have gone two and three since the last podcast with quick summations of the important notable points from those performances included. However, the real treat is a few tidbits I've gleaned from some sources regarding a bunch of your favorite Bulls players (okay not so much your favorites, since I didn't get anything special about rose), but plenty of info on our frontcourt and backcourt and recent happenings behind the scenes. Of course, all your email questions are answered as well on this edition of the Bulls Beat.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #83</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>The Crossover</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>An Around the Horn style podcast hosted by Mark with special guests Brian Kush from Running with the Bulls, Nick and Adam from Bullscast, and Fred Pfeifer of the Chicago Bullseye along with myself debating hot topics about the Chicago Bulls.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 17:17:52 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>An Around the Horn style podcast hosted by Mark with special guests Brian Kush from Running with the Bulls, Nick and Adam from Bullscast, and Fred Pfeifer of the Chicago Bullseye along with myself debating hot topics about the Chicago Bulls.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #82</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>And there was much rejoicing.. yay..</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Bulls beat up on the Wizards, manage to almost blow the game at the end and continue their pattern of completely ignoring their youth.   The season of development is completely off as the Bulls continue to throw out gimicky lineups in an attempt to get around the fact that their front court is worthless.   Andres Nocioni redeems himself, at least a little bit while Drew Gooden does not.   </itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 14:22:14 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Bulls beat up on the Wizards, manage to almost blow the game at the end and continue their pattern of completely ignoring their youth.   The season of development is completely off as the Bulls continue to throw out gimicky lineups in an attempt to get around the fact that their front court is worthless.   Andres Nocioni redeems himself, at least a little bit while Drew Gooden does not.   </description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #81</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Who turned off the light at the end of the tunnel.</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Bulls drop two games to mediocre team dimming the light at the end of the tunnel I've seen.   Gooden and Nocioni are the primary culprits, but who do we really have to replace them?   The Bulls have another six matchups on the easy part of the schedule and will need to win five of them to restore my faith in them.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 22:33:00 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Bulls drop two games to mediocre team dimming the light at the end of the tunnel I've seen.   Gooden and Nocioni are the primary culprits, but who do we really have to replace them?   The Bulls have another six matchups on the easy part of the schedule and will need to win five of them to restore my faith in them.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #80</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Bulls come home 8-9</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary> The Bulls finish the circus trip with a 3-4 record and are 8-9 on the season entering a stretch of games which should allow them to surge quite a bit past the .500 mark into positive territory.    Derrick Rose punctuates the whooping of the 76ers with two huge plays, and Larry Hughes manages to play reasonably well over a five game stretch.    All your email questions are answered in this feel good edition of the Bulls Beat. </itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2008 12:18:11 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description> The Bulls finish the circus trip with a 3-4 record and are 8-9 on the season entering a stretch of games which should allow them to surge quite a bit past the .500 mark into positive territory.    Derrick Rose punctuates the whooping of the 76ers with two huge plays, and Larry Hughes manages to play reasonably well over a five game stretch.    All your email questions are answered in this feel good edition of the Bulls Beat. </description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #79</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Two weeks of good Larry</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Bulls stand at 7-8 overall, and they're 2-3 on the circus trip.   All things considering an admirable start.   Larry Hughes is contributing in a positive factor while Rose has been good enough to create a whole new rating system.    Nocioni's not getting a pass from this show, and it seems like the Bulls have completely given up on the player development theory that was discussed so much in the off season.   Plus, all your email questions have been answered as always.  </itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 15:04:11 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Bulls stand at 7-8 overall, and they're 2-3 on the circus trip.   All things considering an admirable start.   Larry Hughes is contributing in a positive factor while Rose has been good enough to create a whole new rating system.    Nocioni's not getting a pass from this show, and it seems like the Bulls have completely given up on the player development theory that was discussed so much in the off season.   Plus, all your email questions have been answered as always.  </description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #78</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>When you Hughes.. You win!?</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Bulls defeat the Warriors ending the doom and gloom of the Portland debacle claiming their first road win of the season as well as the first circus trip win this year.    Larry Hughes shows up and plays well, and not only does he hit his shot, but he actually has solid shot selection.   The Knicks trade Randolph and Crawford to free up cap space for 2010 creating a whole bunch of renewed 2010 discussion, and of course, all your email questions are answered.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 13:52:28 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Bulls defeat the Warriors ending the doom and gloom of the Portland debacle claiming their first road win of the season as well as the first circus trip win this year.    Larry Hughes shows up and plays well, and not only does he hit his shot, but he actually has solid shot selection.   The Knicks trade Randolph and Crawford to free up cap space for 2010 creating a whole bunch of renewed 2010 discussion, and of course, all your email questions are answered.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #77</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>No joy from the circus</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The circus trip has not started pretty, and most Bulls fans are ready to jump ship.   What does that mean?   What practical moves can really be made at this point?    Where are you going to go with this roster, and is Paxson going to be on the way out?   I wade through the different issues effecting our team and try to figure out how management could help things move forward as well as answering all of your email questions.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 10:32:40 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The circus trip has not started pretty, and most Bulls fans are ready to jump ship.   What does that mean?   What practical moves can really be made at this point?    Where are you going to go with this roster, and is Paxson going to be on the way out?   I wade through the different issues effecting our team and try to figure out how management could help things move forward as well as answering all of your email questions.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #76</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>5-5 with the Circus looming</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Bulls beat Dallas and Indy to reach 5-5 inspiring hope for a season to offer more than another lottery performance.   Rose is a superstar, as if you didn't know it already.  Ben Gordon denies Rose the ball.   Larry Hughes sends Thabo Sefolosha to the bench, and our front court still stinks.   All your long built up email questions are finally answered as well.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 13:15:52 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Bulls beat Dallas and Indy to reach 5-5 inspiring hope for a season to offer more than another lottery performance.   Rose is a superstar, as if you didn't know it already.  Ben Gordon denies Rose the ball.   Larry Hughes sends Thabo Sefolosha to the bench, and our front court still stinks.   All your long built up email questions are finally answered as well.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #75</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Bulls Beat Live</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The first edition of Bulls Beat Live was released, and boy did I learn some lessons from trying to do this show.   Topics covered a wide range of chat questions as well as Derrick Rose comments from my sole caller Brendan.  I also got intothe Bulls past couple of games as well as a quick preview of what the next couple of games look like for the franchise.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 14:43:32 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The first edition of Bulls Beat Live was released, and boy did I learn some lessons from trying to do this show.   Topics covered a wide range of chat questions as well as Derrick Rose comments from my sole caller Brendan.  I also got intothe Bulls past couple of games as well as a quick preview of what the next couple of games look like for the franchise.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #74</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>A sunny outlook</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Bulls destroy the Suns and the offense returns to the form it displayed vs Milwaukee, but Luol Deng and Ben Gordon drop some questionable comments on the Chicago media prior to the game.   The Bulls are off to a solid start at 3-3 and I take a look at the Bulls past and upcoming schedule and the difficulty of November.    Also the information on Bulls Beat Live is re-iterated, be there, or be square!</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2008 15:44:48 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Bulls destroy the Suns and the offense returns to the form it displayed vs Milwaukee, but Luol Deng and Ben Gordon drop some questionable comments on the Chicago media prior to the game.   The Bulls are off to a solid start at 3-3 and I take a look at the Bulls past and upcoming schedule and the difficulty of November.    Also the information on Bulls Beat Live is re-iterated, be there, or be square!</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #73</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Skiles the scaredy cat?</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>In this episode I give you a Ben Wallace / Scott Skiles story that you won't wan to miss as well as a great story about Nocioni from our last victory against the Grizzlies.   I discuss the three guard lineup, the problems with our offense, and mostly avoid ranting about Larry Hughes.   All email questions answered and more details about the Bulls Beat Live call in show are out there. </itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2008 13:21:37 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>In this episode I give you a Ben Wallace / Scott Skiles story that you won't wan to miss as well as a great story about Nocioni from our last victory against the Grizzlies.   I discuss the three guard lineup, the problems with our offense, and mostly avoid ranting about Larry Hughes.   All email questions answered and more details about the Bulls Beat Live call in show are out there. </description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #72</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>First look at the Bulls defense</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>First and foremost, I break down the defensive scheme employed against the MIlwaukee Bucks, and also get into the Celtics game where the Bulls were beaten to a pulp.   What to think of Tyrus's 17 shots with 2 makes, Larry Hughes early recovery, and answers to your email questions as well as info on the first live Bulls Beat that with listener participation welcome through a call in line.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2008 16:00:01 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>First and foremost, I break down the defensive scheme employed against the MIlwaukee Bucks, and also get into the Celtics game where the Bulls were beaten to a pulp.   What to think of Tyrus's 17 shots with 2 makes, Larry Hughes early recovery, and answers to your email questions as well as info on the first live Bulls Beat that with listener participation welcome through a call in line.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #71</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Undefeated baby!</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Chicago Bulls open the season with a win in which everyone looks good and the offense looks a whole lot more impressive in regular season than in preseason.   Al Harrington is once again connected to the Bulls in trade rumors, do we send Hinrich to get him and make a play at 2010 cap space?   Even when he's not playing, Larry Hughes somehow deserves a rant, and all of your email questions of the past week and  a half are finally answered.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 14:08:08 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Chicago Bulls open the season with a win in which everyone looks good and the offense looks a whole lot more impressive in regular season than in preseason.   Al Harrington is once again connected to the Bulls in trade rumors, do we send Hinrich to get him and make a play at 2010 cap space?   Even when he's not playing, Larry Hughes somehow deserves a rant, and all of your email questions of the past week and  a half are finally answered.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #70</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Scheming our way to a better podcast</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Chicago Bulls offensive play book may still be toned down, but Mark Fish joins me to break down what we've so far in how the offense works and what plays are run.    See how our floor spacing is different, what kinds of shots are generated, and find out why Luol Deng isn't off to a great start in this system.   We also give a quick overview of all the Bulls players and what they look like so far in the offense and how likely they are to adapt and discuss everyone's guilty pleasure, Larry Hughes' injury.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2008 15:59:28 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Chicago Bulls offensive play book may still be toned down, but Mark Fish joins me to break down what we've so far in how the offense works and what plays are run.    See how our floor spacing is different, what kinds of shots are generated, and find out why Luol Deng isn't off to a great start in this system.   We also give a quick overview of all the Bulls players and what they look like so far in the offense and how likely they are to adapt and discuss everyone's guilty pleasure, Larry Hughes' injury.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #69</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>A chat with Fred Pfeiffer of the Chicago Bullseye Podcast</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>This week I was joined by Fred Pfeiffer, one of the hosts of the Chicago Bullseye Podcast.  Fred and I broke down all kinds of topics for about an hour and a half from the interior defense to the guard glut and our unabashed love for Derrick Rose going forward.   Catch it all on this edition of the Bulls Beat.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 17:10:20 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>This week I was joined by Fred Pfeiffer, one of the hosts of the Chicago Bullseye Podcast.  Fred and I broke down all kinds of topics for about an hour and a half from the interior defense to the guard glut and our unabashed love for Derrick Rose going forward.   Catch it all on this edition of the Bulls Beat.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #68</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>When you Hughes you lose</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>A look at preseason game #3 as well as how the Bulls project forward.   We've got a MAD winner for the first contest of the year, and find out who Derrick Rose goes to when he needs some help.   Is Larry Hughes trying to be a leader, and what's Ben Gordon doing on the sidelines during games?    Find out the answers to these questions and your emails on this edition of the Bulls Beat.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2008 10:53:18 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>A look at preseason game #3 as well as how the Bulls project forward.   We've got a MAD winner for the first contest of the year, and find out who Derrick Rose goes to when he needs some help.   Is Larry Hughes trying to be a leader, and what's Ben Gordon doing on the sidelines during games?    Find out the answers to these questions and your emails on this edition of the Bulls Beat.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #67</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Finally, actual games!</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Bulls have played two preseason games and come up with two losses.   I break down how Derrick Rose, and the rest of the team, looked in the two games, some early glimpses at the schemes the Bulls employed, and discussion of the things the team needs to work on most.   A quick overview of Paxson's reign as GM post 2004/05, and all of your email questions answered.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sat, 11 Oct 2008 13:37:31 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Bulls have played two preseason games and come up with two losses.   I break down how Derrick Rose, and the rest of the team, looked in the two games, some early glimpses at the schemes the Bulls employed, and discussion of the things the team needs to work on most.   A quick overview of Paxson's reign as GM post 2004/05, and all of your email questions answered.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #66</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>More fun than a poke in the eye</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The final Gordon post mortem including a quick discussion of all the final rumors about other offers, pulled offers, reduced offers, and all that fun stuff.   A mystery quote about Derrick Rose, the latest comments about Joakim Noah, and some comments from VDN about the backcourt log jam.   It's more fun than a poke in the eye, and Joakim and I can bost attest to that.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Oct 2008 15:53:15 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The final Gordon post mortem including a quick discussion of all the final rumors about other offers, pulled offers, reduced offers, and all that fun stuff.   A mystery quote about Derrick Rose, the latest comments about Joakim Noah, and some comments from VDN about the backcourt log jam.   It's more fun than a poke in the eye, and Joakim and I can bost attest to that.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #65</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>It's the end of the world as we know it</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>It's official, Ben Gordon has accepted the qualifying offer becoming the first above average player to do so in the league.    How will this effect the Bulls this year, next year, and in the future?   Will Gordon now be traded, and how much playing time will he get for the Bulls?   I take a look at all the possibilities going forward.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2008 11:05:07 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>It's official, Ben Gordon has accepted the qualifying offer becoming the first above average player to do so in the league.    How will this effect the Bulls this year, next year, and in the future?   Will Gordon now be traded, and how much playing time will he get for the Bulls?   I take a look at all the possibilities going forward.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #64</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Oh no! Gordon on the QO!</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>Ben Gordon is reportedly taking the qualifying offer shaking up our long term future and creating interesting decisions on managing trades and minutes this off season.   Also, some thoughts on Derrick Rose as I defend myself against the onslaught of negative feedback for daring to say something bad about him last episode.   Also, your user emails answered and the first Bulls Beat contest of the 2008 season revealed.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2008 11:45:55 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>Ben Gordon is reportedly taking the qualifying offer shaking up our long term future and creating interesting decisions on managing trades and minutes this off season.   Also, some thoughts on Derrick Rose as I defend myself against the onslaught of negative feedback for daring to say something bad about him last episode.   Also, your user emails answered and the first Bulls Beat contest of the 2008 season revealed.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #63</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>We're talking bout good vibrations</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>I've got a couple leftover nuggets of info from my discussion with David Thorpe, some info about the general vibe of the team right now, a little bit of a peak at what's going on with the Bulls voluntary practice sessions, and of course, plenty of Ben Gordon talk.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sat, 20 Sep 2008 15:40:42 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>I've got a couple leftover nuggets of info from my discussion with David Thorpe, some info about the general vibe of the team right now, a little bit of a peak at what's going on with the Bulls voluntary practice sessions, and of course, plenty of Ben Gordon talk.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #62</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Tyrus the Professional</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary> In this edition of the Bulls Beat I discuss my conversation with ESPN Analyst and Director of the Pro Training Center of IMG Academies, David Thorpe, about Tyrus Thomas and his off season work with him.   I also discuss the latest yahoo sports rumor surrounding a Gordon to the Heat, and answer your email questions. </itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sat, 13 Sep 2008 22:35:30 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description> In this edition of the Bulls Beat I discuss my conversation with ESPN Analyst and Director of the Pro Training Center of IMG Academies, David Thorpe, about Tyrus Thomas and his off season work with him.   I also discuss the latest yahoo sports rumor surrounding a Gordon to the Heat, and answer your email questions. </description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #61</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Gordon to CSKA Moscow?  Not so fast.</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>In this episode of the Bulls Beat I break down the latest Ben Gordon rumors involving Euroleague spending powerhouse CSKA Moscow.   The offer that was, then wasn't, then was planted.   Also a brief overview of Luol Deng's European tournament and some user email.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sat, 06 Sep 2008 18:52:10 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>In this episode of the Bulls Beat I break down the latest Ben Gordon rumors involving Euroleague spending powerhouse CSKA Moscow.   The offer that was, then wasn't, then was planted.   Also a brief overview of Luol Deng's European tournament and some user email.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #60</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Inside look at summer work ethic</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>Bulls Beat #60 is out with some good inside info on what all of your favorite Bulls have been up to this summer.    Who's working hard and who's hardly working?   Bulls Beat breaks it down for you.    Updates on Thabo, Kirk, Ben, Deng, Tyrus, Noah, and even Demetris Nichols.  the Bulls Beat has you covered.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sat, 30 Aug 2008 15:07:57 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>Bulls Beat #60 is out with some good inside info on what all of your favorite Bulls have been up to this summer.    Who's working hard and who's hardly working?   Bulls Beat breaks it down for you.    Updates on Thabo, Kirk, Ben, Deng, Tyrus, Noah, and even Demetris Nichols.  the Bulls Beat has you covered.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #59</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Gordon searching for more than just an offer</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>In this edition of the Bulls Beat I go a little off topic to discuss some Olympics, give you a bit of info on Demetris Nichols contract with the Bulls, and drop the latest rumors regarding the Ben Gordon saga including an interesting new rumor about his representation.   I also get into all of your email questions regarding trade ideas for the Bulls and some other fun stuff.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 10:47:57 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>In this edition of the Bulls Beat I go a little off topic to discuss some Olympics, give you a bit of info on Demetris Nichols contract with the Bulls, and drop the latest rumors regarding the Ben Gordon saga including an interesting new rumor about his representation.   I also get into all of your email questions regarding trade ideas for the Bulls and some other fun stuff.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #58</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Gordon's played last game with Bulls?</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>Ben Gordon has played his last game as a bull.   Or has he?   He says a sign and trade is imminent and that he won't take the qualifying offer under any circumstances.    Is there really a trade?   How does this effect the Bulls?   How does it effect Gordon.   In minor news, Luol Deng can't get insurance to play for GB, and I spend a little bit more time discussing podcasts that I listen to.  </itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:08:17 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>Ben Gordon has played his last game as a bull.   Or has he?   He says a sign and trade is imminent and that he won't take the qualifying offer under any circumstances.    Is there really a trade?   How does this effect the Bulls?   How does it effect Gordon.   In minor news, Luol Deng can't get insurance to play for GB, and I spend a little bit more time discussing podcasts that I listen to.  </description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #57</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Bulls Step Up to the Plate</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Bulls went all in with their under the luxury tax dollars, but Ben Gordon hasn't been impressed.   We get some confirmation on my report last week that no one else is interested in paying him either.   I also take a close look at Gordon's outlook next year if he does take the qualifying offer and weigh in on what I think will happen with Gordon this summer.    On top of that, I actually get to answer your email questions as well ranging from my podcast tastes to 2010 dreams.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:33:54 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Bulls went all in with their under the luxury tax dollars, but Ben Gordon hasn't been impressed.   We get some confirmation on my report last week that no one else is interested in paying him either.   I also take a close look at Gordon's outlook next year if he does take the qualifying offer and weigh in on what I think will happen with Gordon this summer.    On top of that, I actually get to answer your email questions as well ranging from my podcast tastes to 2010 dreams.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #56</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Gordon: QO, Euro, SnT, or Bull?</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>	Will Ben Gordon sign with the Bulls? What are his international and sign and trade prospects looking like right now? The NBA schedule has been released with neutral site games on the Bulls schedule!? One season ticket holder's story of freaking out, and a thorough discussion of the Bulls upcoming schedule. </itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 Aug 2008 14:22:12 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>	Will Ben Gordon sign with the Bulls? What are his international and sign and trade prospects looking like right now? The NBA schedule has been released with neutral site games on the Bulls schedule!? One season ticket holder's story of freaking out, and a thorough discussion of the Bulls upcoming schedule. </description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #55</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Deng I'm happy!</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>Luol Deng and the Chicago Bulls finally agree on a contract (6/71), and the debate begins.   Is he worth it?   What will he do now?  Where does this leave Ben Gordon?   How will we handle the rest of the offseason with some roster certainty in place?    At the Bulls Beat we try to answer all these questions and more.  </itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 14:04:23 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>Luol Deng and the Chicago Bulls finally agree on a contract (6/71), and the debate begins.   Is he worth it?   What will he do now?  Where does this leave Ben Gordon?   How will we handle the rest of the offseason with some roster certainty in place?    At the Bulls Beat we try to answer all these questions and more.  </description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #54</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Hanging with Bullscast</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>Special guests Nick Gorsage and Adam Bricker from Bullscast join me to discuss Luol Deng's impending deadline, the latest free agency news, and Derrick Rose's performance as a member of the US Select Team.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 16:33:11 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>Special guests Nick Gorsage and Adam Bricker from Bullscast join me to discuss Luol Deng's impending deadline, the latest free agency news, and Derrick Rose's performance as a member of the US Select Team.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #53</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Deng Throws down the Gauntlet</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>Luol Deng demands the Bulls come to terms with him by August 4th or he's going to take the qualifying offere.   Ben Gordon is still far away in talks, and Josh Childress may be heading to Greece. </itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 13:40:54 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>Luol Deng demands the Bulls come to terms with him by August 4th or he's going to take the qualifying offere.   Ben Gordon is still far away in talks, and Josh Childress may be heading to Greece. </description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #52</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Kush weighs in!</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>Brian Kush of 'Running with the Bulls' drops in to cohost this episode of the Bulls Beat as we discuss Rose's knee, comments to CDR, Deng/Gordon extensions, and even break into some good ole video game discussion.  </itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2008 15:02:37 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>Brian Kush of 'Running with the Bulls' drops in to cohost this episode of the Bulls Beat as we discuss Rose's knee, comments to CDR, Deng/Gordon extensions, and even break into some good ole video game discussion.  </description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #51</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Back from Orlando!</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>It's here, finally the summer league podcast.   Returning from Orlando, I discuss the first 2 summer league games I saw up close and in person, share my talk with Luol Deng and Tyrus Thomas's trainer, David Thorpe, and discuss my interview with John Paxson as well as other random things I heard while watching the games.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2008 12:17:46 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>It's here, finally the summer league podcast.   Returning from Orlando, I discuss the first 2 summer league games I saw up close and in person, share my talk with Luol Deng and Tyrus Thomas's trainer, David Thorpe, and discuss my interview with John Paxson as well as other random things I heard while watching the games.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #50</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Del Harris, my hero!</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>Del Harris is in, and I'm one happy man when it comes to the Bulls assistant coaching staff.  Free agency is starting to kick off and the rumors are piling up.   I've got a tidbit on Deng's contract demands, and go over what you should expect and hope for in the Orlando Summer League.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sat, 05 Jul 2008 13:51:50 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>Del Harris is in, and I'm one happy man when it comes to the Bulls assistant coaching staff.  Free agency is starting to kick off and the rumors are piling up.   I've got a tidbit on Deng's contract demands, and go over what you should expect and hope for in the Orlando Summer League.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #49</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>The Summer Primer</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>In this edition of the Bulls Beat I discuss the Bulls assistant coaching staff situation with 2 new hires and one more possibly on the way.   I also go into a primer of free agency for this season going over the cap situation of teams who could sign away from the Bulls, and how I see the summer moving forward.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2008 12:37:38 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>In this edition of the Bulls Beat I discuss the Bulls assistant coaching staff situation with 2 new hires and one more possibly on the way.   I also go into a primer of free agency for this season going over the cap situation of teams who could sign away from the Bulls, and how I see the summer moving forward.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #48</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Weems?   We're talking about Sonny Weems?</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Chicago Bulls come out of the 2008 draft with Derrick Rose and Omar Asik, and the Bulls Beat breaks down the picks, trade, and post pick comments from Rose, Paxson, and gives an immediate reaction to the Bulls 2008 draft.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2008 12:44:47 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Chicago Bulls come out of the 2008 draft with Derrick Rose and Omar Asik, and the Bulls Beat breaks down the picks, trade, and post pick comments from Rose, Paxson, and gives an immediate reaction to the Bulls 2008 draft.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #47</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>With the first pick ...</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>With the first pick of the 2008 NBA draft, the Chicago Bulls select....  The lead assistant of the Chicago Bulls is...  How does Kobe really stack up against MJ?   How is Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett's legacy effected by winning a title?   All these questions and more answered on this addition of the Bulls Beat.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Jun 2008 13:51:41 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>With the first pick of the 2008 NBA draft, the Chicago Bulls select....  The lead assistant of the Chicago Bulls is...  How does Kobe really stack up against MJ?   How is Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett's legacy effected by winning a title?   All these questions and more answered on this addition of the Bulls Beat.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #46</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Del Negro, Thorpe, and Emails! Oh My!</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>A look at the Vinny Del Negro press conference as he takes his first step towards trying to win over the players and the fans.   David Thorpe has been working out with Tyrus and Luol and has some interesting things to say about them, and of course, I answer all of your email questions.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Jun 2008 17:25:09 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>A look at the Vinny Del Negro press conference as he takes his first step towards trying to win over the players and the fans.   David Thorpe has been working out with Tyrus and Luol and has some interesting things to say about them, and of course, I answer all of your email questions.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #45</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>New coach?  </itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Bulls have a new head coach...   or do they?   What do we know about Vinny Del Negro?   A little recap on the Rose / Beasley stuff from last podcast (for those who may miss it due to the quick release, and the answer to who we're taking with our 2nd round draft pick.   For sure.  Maybe.  Okay, I don't believe it either.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2008 23:01:26 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Bulls have a new head coach...   or do they?   What do we know about Vinny Del Negro?   A little recap on the Rose / Beasley stuff from last podcast (for those who may miss it due to the quick release, and the answer to who we're taking with our 2nd round draft pick.   For sure.  Maybe.  Okay, I don't believe it either.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #44</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>The Final Call.   Rose or Beasley?</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>A quick summation of the Beasley and Rose pros and cons, and my final choice on which route I'm taking.   Also a brief update on our coaching seach and some discussion on the Doug Collins debacle.   Also all your user emails answered.   </itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Jun 2008 23:18:41 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>A quick summation of the Beasley and Rose pros and cons, and my final choice on which route I'm taking.   Also a brief update on our coaching seach and some discussion on the Doug Collins debacle.   Also all your user emails answered.   </description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #43</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>The Rose Beat</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>Bulls Beat #43, the Rose Beat, is here with all force.   Learn everything you wanted to know and more about #1 prospect Derrick Rose.   I get down and dirty and about as in depth as you can when taking a long look at Derrick Rose.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 01 Jun 2008 15:54:19 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>Bulls Beat #43, the Rose Beat, is here with all force.   Learn everything you wanted to know and more about #1 prospect Derrick Rose.   I get down and dirty and about as in depth as you can when taking a long look at Derrick Rose.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #42</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>The Beasley Beat</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>Everything you ever wanted to know about Michael Beasley and more.   I go in depth discussing his offensive game, his post ups, shooting, driving, defense, passing, team play, attitude, and break down Beasley the prospect like you will probably not hear anywhere else.    Enjoy this edition of the Beasley Beat.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 May 2008 14:36:29 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>Everything you ever wanted to know about Michael Beasley and more.   I go in depth discussing his offensive game, his post ups, shooting, driving, defense, passing, team play, attitude, and break down Beasley the prospect like you will probably not hear anywhere else.    Enjoy this edition of the Beasley Beat.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #41</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>It's The Best Day Ever</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Bulls have won the lottery.  Now what?   I'm not going to focus on who to draft until I've heavily scouted each player, but I do want to get into all the side issues that come up when you get this lucky.  How does this effect our coaching search?  our RFAs?  trades?    Tune in to find out.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2008 14:49:50 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Bulls have won the lottery.  Now what?   I'm not going to focus on who to draft until I've heavily scouted each player, but I do want to get into all the side issues that come up when you get this lucky.  How does this effect our coaching search?  our RFAs?  trades?    Tune in to find out.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #40</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>It's Lotto Time</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>On this edition of the Bulls Beat, we cover the NBA Draft Lottery odds for tonight, update you on the Bulls coaching search, and discuss in depth some more of the prospects that the Bulls may be looking at in the NBA Draft: Danilo Galinari, Nicolas Batum, and Donte Green.   We also cover your email questions and discuss a litle bit about Tyrus Thomas.   So kick back, and enjoy another edition of the Bulls Beat.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2008 11:50:00 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>On this edition of the Bulls Beat, we cover the NBA Draft Lottery odds for tonight, update you on the Bulls coaching search, and discuss in depth some more of the prospects that the Bulls may be looking at in the NBA Draft: Danilo Galinari, Nicolas Batum, and Donte Green.   We also cover your email questions and discuss a litle bit about Tyrus Thomas.   So kick back, and enjoy another edition of the Bulls Beat.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #39</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>D'Antoni....  Not so much.. </itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>How did the Bulls lose D'Antoni and was he their man to lose in the first place?   I break it down based on all the published reports from Reinsdorf, D'Antoni, and our beat writers opinions themselves.   Sometimes, there just is no one to blame.   Who do we go with now?  Tom Thibodeau is my choice of the likely candidates.   I also answer our lone email question not related to how awesome it'd be if D'Antoni comes to coach us, and wonder, how will this effect the Gordon and Deng signings.  All this and more on this edition of the Bulls Beat. </itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2008 11:51:36 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>How did the Bulls lose D'Antoni and was he their man to lose in the first place?   I break it down based on all the published reports from Reinsdorf, D'Antoni, and our beat writers opinions themselves.   Sometimes, there just is no one to blame.   Who do we go with now?  Tom Thibodeau is my choice of the likely candidates.   I also answer our lone email question not related to how awesome it'd be if D'Antoni comes to coach us, and wonder, how will this effect the Gordon and Deng signings.  All this and more on this edition of the Bulls Beat. </description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #38</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>D'Antoni coming?</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>Discussion about newest Bulls coaching canidadate Mike D'Antoni, a little bit bout draft prospects Russel Westbrook, DJ Augustin, Jerryd Bayless, OJ Mayo, and Eric Gordon, as well as some info on salary cap consequences in a sign in trade.  I also get into your email questions and throw out some trade ideas for you to consider.  </itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2008 12:59:17 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>Discussion about newest Bulls coaching canidadate Mike D'Antoni, a little bit bout draft prospects Russel Westbrook, DJ Augustin, Jerryd Bayless, OJ Mayo, and Eric Gordon, as well as some info on salary cap consequences in a sign in trade.  I also get into your email questions and throw out some trade ideas for you to consider.  </description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #37</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Coaching search continues</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>I go over the latest news on the Chicago Bulls head coaching search including updates on the primary candidates as well as updates on what other teams looking for head coaches are doing.   I also take a closer look at 4 big men whom the Bulls may be looking at for the draft this summer.   Kevin Love, Anthony Randolph, DeAndre Jordan, and Javalle McGee.   All this and more on the 37th edition of the Bulls Beat.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2008 13:03:49 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>I go over the latest news on the Chicago Bulls head coaching search including updates on the primary candidates as well as updates on what other teams looking for head coaches are doing.   I also take a closer look at 4 big men whom the Bulls may be looking at for the draft this summer.   Kevin Love, Anthony Randolph, DeAndre Jordan, and Javalle McGee.   All this and more on the 37th edition of the Bulls Beat.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #36</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>On to the Off Season</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>I discuss the close of the Bulls season which couldn't even happen without some controversy.   Bring you some inside scoop from sources around Joakim Noah which show a troubling view of the inside of the Chicago organization.   I disucss a couple of trade scenarios and our overall options for the off season and what directions the franchise can take moving forward.   I also hit up some email questions I had been remiss to answer earlier and oh so much more on this edition of the Bulls Beat.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2008 11:59:08 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>I discuss the close of the Bulls season which couldn't even happen without some controversy.   Bring you some inside scoop from sources around Joakim Noah which show a troubling view of the inside of the Chicago organization.   I disucss a couple of trade scenarios and our overall options for the off season and what directions the franchise can take moving forward.   I also hit up some email questions I had been remiss to answer earlier and oh so much more on this edition of the Bulls Beat.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #35</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Season rolling to a close</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>I break down the different scenarios for our lotto seeding, discuss the 151 point outburst, and get into some details about the latest coaching rumors with the team.  I also go over some prilimanary thoughts on contract offers for Deng and Gordon and discuss the shape of our roster from a trade aspect standpoint and what things each player needs to work on over the off season.   A long ,morbidly depressing, rambling edition of the Bulls Beat, surely only for die hards and likely to be easily topped in the near future.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2008 13:11:08 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>I break down the different scenarios for our lotto seeding, discuss the 151 point outburst, and get into some details about the latest coaching rumors with the team.  I also go over some prilimanary thoughts on contract offers for Deng and Gordon and discuss the shape of our roster from a trade aspect standpoint and what things each player needs to work on over the off season.   A long ,morbidly depressing, rambling edition of the Bulls Beat, surely only for die hards and likely to be easily topped in the near future.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #34</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Another Serving of the Inside Scoop</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>I get a little more information from NBA sources about the Chicago Bulls including a juicy tidbit about Tyrus Thomas that will make Tyrus fans salvate at the future.   A little info on what the Bulls plan on doing inside the draft, plus we get some fun with all time season favorites of dissing Ben Wallace and Jim Boylan and try to make sense of the Bulls season's final 6 games and what we hope to see from a rotation standpoint.   Some discussion about our core, some emailer questions, and oh so much more in this action packed edition of the Bulls Beat.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2008 13:19:52 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>I get a little more information from NBA sources about the Chicago Bulls including a juicy tidbit about Tyrus Thomas that will make Tyrus fans salvate at the future.   A little info on what the Bulls plan on doing inside the draft, plus we get some fun with all time season favorites of dissing Ben Wallace and Jim Boylan and try to make sense of the Bulls season's final 6 games and what we hope to see from a rotation standpoint.   Some discussion about our core, some emailer questions, and oh so much more in this action packed edition of the Bulls Beat.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #33</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Boylanisms, Trades, and so much more</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>This week I go over a few more Boylanisms including the recent play of Duhon over Sefolosha, and how now is still not the time to develop young players.   I also discuss a few Nocioni to the Raptors trade scenarios, discuss Larry Hughes blow up with the coaching staff,  and discuss Drew Gooden's roll with the team in the future.  I also answer some email questions with trade ideas, organizational ideas, and oh so much more.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 13:29:02 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>This week I go over a few more Boylanisms including the recent play of Duhon over Sefolosha, and how now is still not the time to develop young players.   I also discuss a few Nocioni to the Raptors trade scenarios, discuss Larry Hughes blow up with the coaching staff,  and discuss Drew Gooden's roll with the team in the future.  I also answer some email questions with trade ideas, organizational ideas, and oh so much more.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #32</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>The Inside Scoop</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>I discuss a bunch of inside info I've heard from NBA sources breaking down some of the problems that have gone on with the team and give you a bit more info as to why things have gone the way they have.   Want to know why Tyrus can't get any burn?  I've got your answer.   I also go over a few of the coaching candidates recently mentioned in the press, Jeff Van Gundy, Rick Carlisle, and John Calipari.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:50:08 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>I discuss a bunch of inside info I've heard from NBA sources breaking down some of the problems that have gone on with the team and give you a bit more info as to why things have gone the way they have.   Want to know why Tyrus can't get any burn?  I've got your answer.   I also go over a few of the coaching candidates recently mentioned in the press, Jeff Van Gundy, Rick Carlisle, and John Calipari.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #31</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Where not closing out the game happens</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>I rant about the Bulls coaching staff, the open rebellion of the players and our loss of any hope at the 7th seed.   I take a look at a couple solutions on how to solve some of the Bulls woes in the off season, and get into the reasons underlying the Bulls character collapse.   Enjoy anohter edition of the Bulls Beat.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 18 Mar 2008 17:59:41 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>I rant about the Bulls coaching staff, the open rebellion of the players and our loss of any hope at the 7th seed.   I take a look at a couple solutions on how to solve some of the Bulls woes in the off season, and get into the reasons underlying the Bulls character collapse.   Enjoy anohter edition of the Bulls Beat.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #30</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>The infusion of British Wit</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>In this extended edition of the Bulls Beat I'm joined by one of our original cohosts, Mark, and we discuss how to fix the mess that is the Chicago Bulls.   Answering questions like whether to bench Larry Hughes, who should replace Jim Boylan, who will be back next off season, and much more.   We'll break down a few on the fly trade scenarios with Andres Nocioni and discuss the perils of selling low (remember Tyson Chandler).  We also discuss the Bulls playoff odds and assess whether you should be rooting for the playoffs or the lotto pick.  So load up your ipod or favorite mp3 player, and sit down and enjoy another edition of the Bulls Beat.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 09 Mar 2008 15:57:44 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>In this extended edition of the Bulls Beat I'm joined by one of our original cohosts, Mark, and we discuss how to fix the mess that is the Chicago Bulls.   Answering questions like whether to bench Larry Hughes, who should replace Jim Boylan, who will be back next off season, and much more.   We'll break down a few on the fly trade scenarios with Andres Nocioni and discuss the perils of selling low (remember Tyson Chandler).  We also discuss the Bulls playoff odds and assess whether you should be rooting for the playoffs or the lotto pick.  So load up your ipod or favorite mp3 player, and sit down and enjoy another edition of the Bulls Beat.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #29</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Down for the Count</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>The Bulls season appears to have crashed to a close with the debacle against the Wizards and a loss to the Cavs.  The Bulls are falling farther back in the standings and the lotto looks more likely than ever.   Join me as I discuss the most recent three games, updates on our coaching staffs idiocy, and Larry Hughes proves without a shadow of a doubt that he needs to be chucked off the team already.   I'll respond to all your email questions, and you can still win Chicago Bulls tickets by emailing the show.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2008 15:37:14 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>The Bulls season appears to have crashed to a close with the debacle against the Wizards and a loss to the Cavs.  The Bulls are falling farther back in the standings and the lotto looks more likely than ever.   Join me as I discuss the most recent three games, updates on our coaching staffs idiocy, and Larry Hughes proves without a shadow of a doubt that he needs to be chucked off the team already.   I'll respond to all your email questions, and you can still win Chicago Bulls tickets by emailing the show.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #28</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>The Horrors of the Texas Two Step</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>I break down the Bulls post Wallace, our incoming players, some trade ideas, and answer all your email questions and comments.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 26 Feb 2008 18:01:57 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>I break down the Bulls post Wallace, our incoming players, some trade ideas, and answer all your email questions and comments.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #27</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Bulls Beat talk back with Sean Cassidy</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>Sean Cassidy of Bears cast joins the Bulls beat to discuss the tail end of the season and our renewed hope.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Sun, 24 Feb 2008 10:19:35 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>Sean Cassidy of Bears cast joins the Bulls beat to discuss the tail end of the season and our renewed hope.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #26</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Ding Dong the Witch is dead!</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>Ben Wallace is gone, hear all about who left, who came, and how the new rotation is going to look.  We break down the greatest day in Chicago Sports history (for at least the past week that is) on this edition of the Bulls Beat.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 Feb 2008 18:45:16 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>Ben Wallace is gone, hear all about who left, who came, and how the new rotation is going to look.  We break down the greatest day in Chicago Sports history (for at least the past week that is) on this edition of the Bulls Beat.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #25</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>The Trade Deadline Looms Near</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>Breakdown of possible Bulls moves going into the trade deadline, the hunt for the 8th seed, and some Jim Boylan love.  </itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 Feb 2008 13:51:01 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>Breakdown of possible Bulls moves going into the trade deadline, the hunt for the 8th seed, and some Jim Boylan love.  </description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #24</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Breaking down the Bulls with Brian Kush</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>Brian Kush from the Running with the Bulls podcast joins us today to discuss the Bulls and share in the Jim Boylan hate with us.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 Feb 2008 11:07:16 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>Brian Kush from the Running with the Bulls podcast joins us today to discuss the Bulls and share in the Jim Boylan hate with us.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #23</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>The Epi Pen Incident</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>Why you don't want me to inject you with an epi pen, a couple user emails, plus your standard Ben Wallace, Jim Boylan, and Chris Duhon hate.</itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 Feb 2008 13:33:51 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>Why you don't want me to inject you with an epi pen, a couple user emails, plus your standard Ben Wallace, Jim Boylan, and Chris Duhon hate.</description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #22</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>No Pau, Boylan sucks, and Tyrus needs to play!</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>Doug talks about our failure to get Pau Gasol, the concrete avoidance of the luxury tax, a bit about Tyrus Thomas and oh so much more.. </itunes:summary>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 Feb 2008 12:38:46 CST</pubDate>
<itunes:keywords>Chicago,Bulls,NBA,Basketball,Draft</itunes:keywords>
<description>Doug talks about our failure to get Pau Gasol, the concrete avoidance of the luxury tax, a bit about Tyrus Thomas and oh so much more.. </description>
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<title>Bulls Beat #21</title>
<itunes:author>Doug Thonus</itunes:author>
<itunes:subtitle>Boylan sucks, Wallace still sucks, and what to do now</itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:summary>Doug discusses Jim Boylan, how to treat Ben Wallace, why we won't trade Tyrus Thomas, and oh so much more</itunes:summary>
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<itunes:subtitle>We're BACK! We're BAD!</itunes:subtitle>
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