Points in the Podcast

The Zach LaVine Incident, the Bulls Can’t Make a Layup, a Brutal Schedule, More

Elias Schuster and Matt Rooney start this week's show off with plenty of jealousy. As teams like the Indiana Pacers and Cleveland Cavaliers continue to rise up the league ranks, the Bulls stumble further down the totem pole. 
Then, the two dive into Zach LaVine's bizarre postgame incident before talking about the team's equally as bizarre shooting woes at the rim. I know, what a fun and optimistic podcast! 
- NBA Jealousy (2:00)
- Who is the most exciting Bull to watch? (6:58)
- Zach LaVine's Postgame Incident (11:01)
- Klutch's response (20:20)
- Bulls' shooting woes at the rim (22:26)
- A Look at the Upcoming schedule (30:02)
Thanks for listening! Rumor has it that if you leave a five-star rating the Bulls will get the first pick in the draft!
You can follow Elias Schuster on Twitter @Schuster_Elias.
 

All the Zach LaVine Trade Drama, Possible Landing Spots, More

Elias Schuster and Matt Rooney talk about the only real storyline there is right now for the Chicago Bulls – a potential Zach LaVine trade. 
- What makes this LaVine report different (4:58)
- It's time to blow it up (9:25)
- Why the Bulls have to wait until Dec. 15 (13:06)
- How the Bulls lost leverage (15:04)
- Which teams are interested? (24:10)
- Thoughts on Lakers and Knicks (30:00)
Thanks for listening! Rumor has it that if you leave a five-star rating the Bulls will never lose again!
You can follow Elias Schuster on Twitter @Schuster_Elias.
 

Gushing About Alex Caruso, Doing the Opposite with Zach LaVine, and More

Matt Rooney and Elias Schuster can't help but rave about Alex Caruso's stellar performance against the Phoenix Suns. Then, the two talk a bit more about the slight progress they've seen this week before discussing Zach LaVine's continued problems in the clutch. 
- Gushing about Alex Caruso (2:58)
- What makes AC so good (9:58)
- AC's potential trade value (20:47)
- Slightly better Bulls basketball (28:07)
- Zach LaVine's poor clutch play (34:04)
Thanks for listening! Rumor has it that if you leave a five-star rating the Bulls will never lose again!
You can follow Elias Schuster on Twitter @Schuster_Elias.
 
 

A Chicago Bulls Identity Crisis, Benching Patrick Williams, NBA In-Season Tournament, More

Elias Schuster and Matt Rooney discuss the start of the NBA's In-Season Tournament, which the Chicago Bulls will begin against the Brooklyn Nets. 
Then, the two dive into the team's lack of an identity on both sides of the ball and discuss whether a starting lineup change is needed. 
- Bulls Begin In-Season Tournament (4:00)
- A tiny defensive identity (8:25)
- Patrick Williams Must Move to the Bench (16:08)
- A failed offensive identity (21:05)
- Max Strus wanted the Bulls (28:52)
- Puking over the stats (34:15)
Thanks for listening! Rumor has it that if you leave a five-star rating the Bulls will never lose again!
You can follow Elias Schuster on Twitter @Schuster_Elias.
 
 

How Should We Feel About 2-2? 76ers Eyeing LaVine, Ugly Offense, More

Elias Schuster and Matt Rooney celebrate the conclusion of the James Harden trade saga before talking about a report that connects Zach LaVine to the 76ers. Then, the two dive into the Bulls' recent win over the Indiana Pacers, and how fans should feel about a 2-2 start. 
- The James Harden trade (1:52)
- 76ers want LaVine? (4:50)
- Bulls 2-2 ... but could be 0-4 (18:21)
- No offensive identity (24:43)
- Decent in crunch time (32:00)
- Calling for a lineup change (37:14)
Thanks for listening! Rumor has it that if you leave a five-star rating the Bulls will never lose again!
You can follow Elias Schuster on Twitter @Schuster_Elias.
 

A Lot of 3s, a Blowout Loss, a Players Meeting ... Let’s Cry About the Chicago Bulls Opener

The word of the day is ... Pain! 
Matt Rooney and Elias Schuster wipe away their tears and reflect on the Chicago Bulls' blowout loss to the OKC Thunder on opening night. They first discuss the off-court antics after the game before a round of "A Good and A Bad," where they trade-off thoughts on the game itself.
- A Players-Only Meeting Already!? (3:15)
- Good: Shooting a lot of 3s! (12:27)
- Bad: Missing a lot of 3s! (17:26)
- Bad: Not enough shots for Vucevic (21:14)
- Good: Torrey Craig (26:02)
- Meh: Coby White (29:48)
- Meh: Patrick Williams (34:09)
Thanks for listening! Rumor has it that if you leave a five-star rating the Bulls will win!
You can follow Elias Schuster on Twitter @Schuster_Elias.
 

Let’s Preview Opening Night Between the Chicago Bulls and OKC Thunder!

The NBA season is officially here! Elias Schuster and Matt Rooney first comment on the league's tip-off games between the Lakers/Nuggets and Suns/Warriors before diving into the Chicago Bulls opening night matchup with the OKC Thunder. 
- Complaining about Continuity (7:13)
- Who will guard SGA? (10:56)
- Josh Giddey is Good (20:05)
- Winning the Chet Holmgren matchup (25:07)
- Minimizing TOVs/Winning the bench battle (29:29)
Thanks for listening! Rumor has it that if you leave a five-star rating the Bulls will win!
You can follow Elias Schuster on Twitter @Schuster_Elias.
 

What We Have (And Haven’t) Seen From the Chicago Bulls in Preseason

Starting this week, Points in the Podcast goes Bulls-centric! With the season right around the corner, Elias Schuster and Matt Rooney will shift their focus to the team they follow closely for Bleacher Nation. 
- Potential NBA All-Star Game change (4:03)- Will James Harden play for the 76ers? (10:40)- Bulls signs for concerns vs. TOR (13:50)- Patrick Williams isn't rebounding (25:05)- A Coby White breakout coming? (32:00)- Torrey Craig looks like a steal (37:57)- The Derrick Favors signing (44:18)
Thanks for listening! Rumor has it that if you leave a five-star rating you'll never go bald. 
You can follow Elias Schuster on Twitter @Schuster_Elias of @BN_Bulls for more basketball content! 

Early Preseason Thoughts and Our Final Division Preview (Lakers, Clippers, Suns, Warriors, Kings)!

Elias Schuster and Matt Rooney gear up for the start of the NBA season by discussing some of their early takeaways from the preseason (3:50), including the epic battle between Chet Holmgren and Victor Wembanyama. Then, the two wrap up their preview of EVERY team in the league with a look at the Pacific Division. 
- Los Angeles Lakers (26:05)
- Los Angeles Clippers (40:27)
- Phoenix Suns (50:23)
- Golden State Warriors (1:00:04)
- Sacramento Kings (1:08:06)
Thanks for listening! Rumor has it that if you leave a five-star rating you'll automatically become your boss' favorite. 
You can follow Elias Schuster on Twitter @Schuster_Elias.
 

What You Must Know About the Nuggets, T-Wolves, Thunder, Jazz, and Trail Blazers

Elias Schuster and Matt Rooney discuss the start of training camp around the NBA, including James Harden's surprising return to the 76ers (2:43). They then continue their NBA preseason division previews with the northwest division. 
- Denver Nuggets (19:15)
- Minnesota Timberwolves (34:00)
- OKC Thunder (43:20)
- Utah Jazz (52:44)
- Portland Trail Blazers (1:01:38)
Thanks for listening! Rumor has it that if you leave a five-star rating you'll never go bald. 
You can follow Elias Schuster on Twitter @Schuster_Elias.