K.C. Johnson

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Bulls Insider for @CHSN__. Covered Bulls from dynasty to Dalibor to Derrick to Dalen. Prev:@chicagotribune/@nbcschicago. Will travel for work, music, good hikes

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In North Carolina Prisons, a Missed Opportunity in the Battle Against Opioids

1 month ago | prisonjournalismproject.org | K.C. Johnson

In my many years inside, I have seen jails and prisons in North Carolina become de facto rehab and mental health institutions. Here, and across the country, people are too often locked up while still in active addiction, and the effects of narcotic withdrawal can last long after any physical sickness has worn off. Inside, I have frequently encountered women who are jumpy, unfocused and erratic, even six months after their last hit.
Bucks Have Interest In Zach LaVine

2 months ago | basketball.realgm.com | K.C. Johnson

The Milwaukee Bucks have shown interest in Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine. The Bucks are reportedly looking for additional perimeter help. The Bulls have continued to make LaVine available, despite reports that LaVine would now prefer to remain in Chicago for the rest of this season. The Bucks have also been linked to Bradley Beal of the Phoenix Suns. That would possibly come as part of a deal that lands Jimmy Butler in Phoenix.
What It Was Like When Hurricane Helene Hit Our Prison

Dec 4, 2024 | prisonjournalismproject.org | K.C. Johnson

We were on high alert once the rain started coming down thick and heavy. It was a Thursday morning in late September, and the people here inside the Western Correctional Center for Women in North Carolina wandered restlessly. Hurricane Helene was headed our way. “I hope it blows the fences down and they have to let us go,” one woman said. I figured we’d be trapped here, and guards seemed to think they’d be stuck, too.
Zach LaVine Suffers Sprained Left Shoulder, Questionable For Friday

Oct 31, 2024 | basketball.realgm.com | K.C. Johnson

Zach LaVine was diagnosed with a sprained AC joint and a partial dislocation of his left shoulder on Thursday. LaVine is questionable for the Bulls' matchup against the Nets on Friday night. LaVine suffered the injury on Wednesday night against the Magic. Jalen Smith is also listed as questionable with left knee soreness.
Patrick Williams, Lonzo Ball Ready For Training Camp

Oct 1, 2024 | basketball.realgm.com | K.C. Johnson

With training camp set to open, the Chicago Bulls got good news on the injury front for two important players. Patrick Williams and Lonzo Ball are both ready to participate in practices when camp opens. There was a recent report that Williams had to shut down summer workouts due to soreness in his surgically repaired foot. Bulls lead front office executive Arturas Karnisovas said that's behind Williams and that he's "ready to go" at the start of camp.
Chicago Bulls add E.J. Liddell to training camp battle

Sep 7, 2024 | nbcsportschicago.com | K.C. Johnson

Presented by Nationwide Insurance Agent Jeff VukovichThere's a theme to the Chicago Bulls' roster makeover and offseason philosophy. Management is targeting young players with experience as they attempt to build the next iteration following two disappointing seasons. And so it stands that E.J. Liddell is coming to training camp on an "earn-it" deal, which a source confirmed after Hoops Hype first reported the news on Saturday.
Chicago Bulls sign Talen Horton-Tucker to training camp deal

Sep 4, 2024 | nbcsportschicago.com | K.C. Johnson

Presented by Nationwide Insurance Agent Jeff VukovichThe new-look Chicago Bulls training camp already promised to be competitive. With significant changes by the departures of DeMar DeRozan and Alex Caruso, players are due to battle for minutes and new roles. And now the battle for the currently lone remaining roster spot, plus a vacant two-way spot, added some local intrigue.
Predicting Billy Donovan’s starting 5, Bulls’ rotation

Sep 4, 2024 | nbcsportschicago.com | K.C. Johnson

Presented by Nationwide Insurance Agent Jeff VukovichName the Chicago Bulls starting five. It’s not as easy as you might think. A logical attempt of Josh Giddey, Coby White, Zach LaVine, Patrick Williams and Nikola Vučević may be too defensively challenged for coach Billy Donovan’s preference. It also begs the question whether it leans fully enough into the youth movement that management is undertaking. But it's still a safe bet. Name the Bulls’ nine- or 10-player rotation.
New-look Chicago Bulls open regular season in New Orleans

Aug 15, 2024 | nbcsportschicago.com | K.C. Johnson

Presented by Nationwide Insurance Agent Jeff VukovichFrom New Orleans to Philadelphia, with, eventually, 80 games in between, the Chicago Bulls unveiled their schedule on Thursday. They open at the Pelicans on Oct. 23, close at the 76ers with an April 13 matinee and begin their home schedule on Oct. 26 against Alex Caruso and the Oklahoma City Thunder. They have 13 sets of back-to-back games, a season-high, five-game homestand in March and a season-high, six-game trip in March.
Chicago Bulls NBA Cup 4-game schedule released

Aug 13, 2024 | nbcsportschicago.com | K.C. Johnson

Presented by Nationwide Insurance Agent Jeff VukovichThe NBA has a new name for its In-Season Tournament, and the Chicago Bulls certainly hope that a fresh look brings better results than in the inaugural one. The NBA released its NBA Cup schedule on Tuesday, and the Bulls, who went 0-4 in pool play last season, will play at Cleveland on Nov. 15 at 6:30 p.m. Central, play host to the Atlanta Hawks on Nov. 22 at 7 p.m., travel to Washington for a Nov.