Cam Smith and K.C. Johnson are back on By The Horns, presented by Toyota, diving into a spicy NBA Playoffs first round. They kick things off reflecting on the Bulls' offseason position and why playoff scars are necessary for young stars. The guys break down Milwaukee’s collapse and debate whether the Bucks’ championship window is officially closed. Plus, they pick their favorite first-round series, rave about rising young teams like Detroit and Minnesota, and share why seeing NBA legends watch their sons ball out is one of the coolest parts of this postseason.

Stay locked in, fight through the playoff sleep deprivation, and make it up to your significant other later — By The Horns is rolling through the best time of the basketball year.

K.C Johnson joins Cam Smith and Drew Stevens on this end of season episode of the By The Horns podcast. We cover everything that happened this season and it effects the Bulls now and into the future. From the expectations going into the season, the end of the Zach LaVine era, Coby White's adaptability, Vučević's career year, and the emergence of rookie Matas Buzelis. We also discuss how the Bulls will approach the offseason and what to look forward to in the future.

The Chicago Bulls' season ends in a disheartening defeat against the Miami Heat in the play-in tournament. Cam Smith and Drew Stevens break down the 109-90 loss, analyzing the Bulls' struggles, Tyler Hero's dominant performance, and what this means for the team moving forward. Plus, a heated debate on the NBA's play-in tournament.