Coby White is back — but are the Chicago Bulls actually better?

Coby returned two days earlier than expected against the Celtics, but in limited minutes and on a restriction, the results were mixed. Meanwhile, the Bulls find themselves right back two games below .500, still stuck in the same frustrating middle ground.

On today’s episode of Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down what Coby’s return really means, why the Bulls’ underlying numbers still aren’t encouraging, and how Tre Jones has quietly become one of the most important — and intriguing — players on this roster.

We dive into:

🔥 What Coby White’s minutes restriction and early return mean long-term

📉 Why the Bulls’ recent 6–4 stretch doesn’t tell the full story

📊 The worrying shooting and efficiency trends holding Chicago back

🚀 Why Tre Jones’ emergence is paying off in multiple ways

💼 How Jones’ contract makes him both a stabilizer and a trade asset

🔄 What this all means for the future of Coby White, Ayo Dosunmu, and the Bulls’ guard rotation

Are the Bulls actually building toward something… or just spinning their wheels again?

Let’s talk about it.

🐂 Bulls fans — tap in, drop your takes, and let’s break it all down together.

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The Chicago Bulls showed heart in Boston but couldn’t complete the comeback, falling to the Celtics after digging themselves into an early hole.

Join us LIVE for the Bulls vs Celtics Postgame Show as we break down how Chicago got down big early, what fueled the second-half rally, and why it ultimately wasn’t enough to steal a road win.

🔥 Matas Buzelis led the Bulls with 26 points, continuing his breakout stretch and showing why he’s becoming a core piece of this team’s future. We’ll talk about his performance, the lineup adjustments, defensive struggles early, and what this loss means for the Bulls moving forward.

We’re also diving into:

• Why the Bulls keep starting slow on the road

• What changed during the comeback run

• Who stepped up — and who didn’t

• How this loss impacts the standings and momentum

Drop your thoughts in the chat, join the conversation, and let’s break it all down together LIVE.

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The Chicago Bulls somehow keep getting weirder — and it might be their biggest strength. 😅🐂

With injuries continuing to pile up (Jalen Smith in concussion protocol, Josh Giddey still out, Coby White inching closer, Zach Collins nearing return), the Bulls are doing something no one else in the NBA is doing…

They’re better against good teams than bad ones.

Chicago is 9–8 against teams over .500… but just 8–10 against teams below .500 🤯 — making them the only team in the league with that split.

We break down what that says about this roster, why the Bulls’ brutal remaining schedule might actually help them, and why March could define this season.

Plus, we dive into:

• Why trading Nikola Vučević no longer makes sense 🧩
• Why “ride with Vooch” is the least sexy but most logical move
• How competitive integrity is shaping this team’s direction
• A preview of Bulls vs Celtics and the keys to pulling off a road upset ☘️

This team is inconsistent, confusing, frustrating… and somehow still alive. Let’s talk about what that really means.

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The Chicago Bulls — and Bulls fans — are officially at a crossroads. 🚦

The front office has tough decisions ahead about who actually fits the future, while fans are wrestling with a hard truth: this team is not tanking — not intentionally, not accidentally, not at all.

Arturas Karnisovas has to decide who stays, who goes, and how aggressive to be — and so far, it feels like the rumors are loud… but the action is quiet. 🤔

We break down what direction the Bulls are really heading, why expecting a tank is unrealistic, and what kind of moves actually make sense for this roster moving forward.

Plus, we react to your voicemails on:

• The need for rim protection and a defensive center 🛡️
• Why it’s time to stop expecting Nikola Vucevic to be “that guy”
• The truth about Michael Porter Jr.’s production on losing teams
• Why trading Coby White or Ayo Dosunmu comes with real consequences

No sugarcoating. No fantasy rebuilds. Just real talk about where this franchise is — and where it’s actually going. 🔥🐂

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The Chicago Bulls are at a crossroads — and Billy Donovan just made it very clear what he wants from Matas Buzelis going forward 😤🔥

After Matas’ viral dunk over Jalen Suggs, Donovan praised the highlight… but challenged the second-year forward to impact winning in bigger ways — rebounding, playmaking, defending, and making teammates better. We break down what that actually means for Matas’ development and why this moment matters in his early career.

Then we dive into the Michael Porter Jr. trade rumors 👀 — is MPJ really a fit for the Bulls, or is this another shiny object that doesn’t align with Chicago’s timeline? We weigh the upside, the contract risk, the injury history, and whether adding Porter actually moves this team forward.

We also preview Bulls vs Hornets with Chicago missing Josh Giddey, Coby White, and Zach Collins — which means the Bulls will have to rely on their depth more than ever. Can Tre Jones run the offense? Can Ayo, Matas, and the bench generate enough scoring? And what happens when the ball stops moving?

Plus we react to voicemails from Bulls fans on patience, tanking, player development, roster construction, and the obsession with skipping steps.

A lot to talk about… and a lot to feel 😈🔥

🟥 Topics include:

• Billy Donovan’s message to Matas Buzelis

• Should the Bulls trade for Michael Porter Jr.?

• Bulls vs Hornets preview (short-handed Chicago)

• Depth, ball movement & role players stepping up

• Bulls fans vs patience vs tank culture

Drop your thoughts in the comments 👇

Should the Bulls make a move — or let this group grow?

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The Chicago Bulls take care of business at home with a 121–114 win over the Orlando Magic — and Matas Buzelis led the way with a team-high 21 points!

Join Chicago Bulls Central LIVE as we break down everything from the Bulls’ win: what worked, what didn’t, and what this performance says about this team moving forward. We’re diving into Buzelis’ best game as a Bull so far, how Chicago’s offense flowed, the defensive adjustments against Orlando, and which players stepped up when it mattered most.

We’ll talk about whether this win can spark momentum, how the rotation looked, what stood out from the coaching decisions, and what it means in the bigger picture of the Bulls’ season.

Plus, we’re taking live reactions, questions, and takes from Bulls fans in the chat — so come through and be part of the conversation.

We’re talking:

Matas Buzelis’ 21-point performance and impact

What the Bulls did better against Orlando

Offensive rhythm and ball movement

Defensive execution and late-game control

What this win means for Chicago going forward

Tap in, drop your thoughts, and let’s talk Bulls.

🔴🐂 Bulls Nation — we celebrate together and we critique together. Let’s get into it.

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The Bulls just hit a turning point… and everything feels different now 😬🔄

With Josh Giddey and Coby White both sidelined, the Chicago Bulls are staring at a stretch that could reshape their entire season — and possibly their future. Is this a moment to survive… or a moment to pivot? 🤔

On today’s Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down what these injuries really mean, how they expose Chicago’s roster construction, and why this might finally be the front office’s opportunity to stop chasing the Play-In and start building something real.

We also look at what the Bulls should do at the trade deadline, why draft capital matters more than ever, how Tre Jones and Ayo Dosunmu fit into the picture, and why the Zach LaVine trade is quietly aging better by the day 👀📈

Plus, we preview the Magic matchup, talk rotation changes, and ask the uncomfortable question Bulls fans have been avoiding for years…

Is it finally time to embrace the reset? 🧨

🔥 Topics include:

• Giddey & White injuries and what they expose

• Why this stretch could change Chicago’s direction

• Trade deadline strategy & draft pick urgency

• The ripple effects of the Zach LaVine deal

• Orlando Magic preview & short-handed Bulls keys

Tap in, Bulls fans — this is one of the most important moments of the season 🟥⬛

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The Chicago Bulls just pulled off one of their most impressive wins of the season — and they did it without Josh Giddey and Coby White 😤🔥

In a dominant 134–118 win over the Pelicans, the Bulls leaned into their depth, went big early, and played fast, physical, and unselfish basketball. Isaac Okoro dropped a season-high 24, Tre Jones dished out 12 assists, and eight Bulls finished in double figures as Chicago showed it can still compete even when shorthanded.

We break down:

• Why Billy Donovan’s double-big lineup worked
• What this win says about Chicago’s identity without its stars
• Whether Patrick Williams is finally finding his role
• The latest injury timelines for Giddey, Coby, and Zach Collins
• And why Robert Williams III might be a sneaky trade target 👀

This game wasn’t just a win — it was a statement about effort, adaptability, and whether this team has something real brewing beneath the surface.

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