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Caleb Wilson Drops 35 in Bulls' Summer League Debut, Sets Early Bar for Rookie Year

Caleb Wilson scored 35 points (7-for-11 from three) in his Chicago Bulls summer league debut against the Grizzlies, delivering an impressive opening performance while the Bulls fell 97-96. The piece notes Wilson’s strong matchup with Cameron Boozer, reveals early ball-handling woes from Wilson and fellow rookie Dailyn Swain, and shows Noa Essengue shaking off rust with a second-half surge, providing a blueprint of upside and areas to improve for Chicago’s rebuilding team.

via Chicago Tribune|

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sports9 hours ago•18 min saved

Rookie Caleb Wilson Drops 35, Breaks Summer League Debut Scoring Record

Caleb Wilson, the Chicago Bulls' No. 4 pick, erupted for 35 points in his NBA Summer League debut against Memphis, including a 7-of-11 night from beyond the arc and an 8-0 run in the third quarter, setting the Summer League record for most points in a debut, though Chicago fell 97-96. The performance injects optimism about his shooting ability despite the loss and the typical Summer League caveats.

via Bleacher Nation|

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sports16 days ago•16 min saved

Caleb Wilson lands No. 4, kickstarting Bulls' rebuild

The Chicago Bulls selected North Carolina forward Caleb Wilson with the No. 4 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, betting on his athletic upside as part of a rebuilding plan; Wilson stressed he’s ready to contribute from Day 1, highlighted his strong relationship with Bulls executive Bryson Graham, and acknowledged college injuries that limited tape but won’t derail his rookie season, with Chicago having considered trades but sticking at No. 4.

via Chicago Tribune|

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sports17 days ago•20 min saved

Bulls Draft Texas Wing Dailyn Swain with No. 15 Pick in 2026 NBA Draft

The Chicago Bulls selected Dailyn Swain, a 6-6.5 forward from Texas, with the No. 15 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, following their earlier selection of Caleb Wilson No. 4. Swain, a versatile defender and solid scorer with a 6-10 wingspan, isn’t a standout athlete and shot 35.7% on catch-and-shoot threes in 2025-26, so his development and shooting improvement will influence his rotation. Chicago’s strategy has been ‘best player available,’ but the Bulls now face a crowded forward group (Swain, Wilson, Matas Buzelis, Noa Essengue, Leonard Miller), which could impact playing time as they pursue scoring elsewhere in free agency.

via Bleacher Nation|

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sports17 days ago•20 min saved

Bulls Chase Immediate Impact With No. 4 Pick in Deep 2026 Draft

Chicago Bulls enter the 2026 NBA Draft with picks No. 4 and No. 15 after a lottery-night rise, bolstered by new coach Tiago Splitter and executive Bryson Graham. They also hold picks 38 and 56, making this the most pivotal offseason night since the Derrick Rose era. The event takes place June 23 at Barclays Center with ABC/ESPN coverage (pre-draft at 6 p.m. CT; main coverage at 7 p.m. CT). Caleb Wilson—a UNC forward seen as the likely No. 4 pick—is the Bulls’ top target in a four-player top class that also includes AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, and Cameron Boozer. The night could shape Chicago’s franchise trajectory for years.

via Bleacher Nation|

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sports17 days ago•28 min saved

Dybantsa Leads 2026 NBA Draft as Experts Grade Early Fits

The Athletic’s Sam Vecenie and John Hollinger grade and analyze the 2026 NBA Draft’s first five picks, highlighting AJ Dybantsa’s top-pick upside for Washington and evaluating the fits, strengths, and development questions for Darryn Peterson (Utah), Cameron Boozer (Memphis), Caleb Wilson (Chicago) and Keaton Wagler (LA).

via The New York Times|

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sports17 days ago•10 min saved

Dybantsa Seen as No. 1 Favorite as 2026 NBA Draft Buzz Surges

CBS Sports reports intense 2026 NBA Draft buzz: AJ Dybantsa is the leading candidate for No. 1 to the Wizards, but a Darryn Peterson over Dybantsa shock remains possible; Caleb Wilson is widely viewed as a lock to Chicago at No. 4, while Cam Boozer could land second to Utah. The piece also notes a deep guard class and active lottery-slot trading among the Clippers, Hawks and Thunder.

via CBS Sports|

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sports18 days ago•6 min saved

Dybantsa set to anchor a star-studded 2026 NBA draft at No. 1

AJ Dybantsa is widely projected to be the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA draft after a standout BYU season, with a deep top tier featuring Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer, and Caleb Wilson. The class also includes intriguing international and NIL-era prospects like Sergio De Larrea and Karim López, underscoring a year of high-end talent and depth beyond the obvious top pick.

via The Guardian|

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sports18 days ago•88 min saved

Clippers’ No. 5 Pick Sets the 2026 Draft Day Drama in Motion

The Athletic’s 2026 live mock draft has AJ Dybantsa going No. 1 to Washington, with Darryn Peterson to Utah, Cameron Boozer to Memphis, Caleb Wilson to Chicago, and Keaton Wagler pegged at No. 5 to the Clippers (via Indiana). The real drama centers on whether L.A. stays at No. 5 or trades down for extra picks, as teams expect pre-draft deals and two-way contracts amid NIL-driven depth issues. Wagler, a 6-5 wing with polished shooting and playmaking, is viewed as the best fit beside Darius Garland’s backcourt, making him a standout option for the Clippers while Burries could emerge if they move down.

via The New York Times|

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sports18 days ago•20 min saved

Bulls Plot Four-Pick 2026 Draft, Targeting Wilson, Swain, Miller, Henley

Under new Bulls exec Bryson Graham, Chicago owns four picks in the 2026 draft (Nos. 4, 15, 38, 56) and the mock slots Caleb Wilson (UNC) at No. 4, Dailyn Swain (Texas) at No. 15, Baba Miller (Cincinnati) at No. 38, and Jaden Henley (Grand Canyon) at No. 56, pairing athletic forwards with length at center and wing depth in what’s described as a loaded class; expect several of these selections to become two-way deals in the mid-second round.

via Bleacher Nation|

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sports18 days ago•54 min saved

Boozer and Wilson Lead 2026 Draft Odds at No. 3–4, With a Strong Group of Bigs Behind Them

Draft Confidential views Duke’s Cameron Boozer and North Carolina’s Caleb Wilson as near-locks for No. 3 and No. 4 in the 2026 NBA Draft, thanks to Boozer’s elite processing, shooting and playmaking and Wilson’s explosive power and rim-protection potential. The piece also highlights Michigan’s Aday Mara, Yaxel Lendeborg, and Morez Johnson as top bigs with lottery upside, based on intel from coaches, scouts and executives, while noting the depth among other positions in a class that could redefine the frontcourt landscape.

via The New York Times|

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sports20 days ago•11 min saved

Wilson Sparks Draft Buzz as Teams Eye Lottery Moves

NBA draft chatter centers on Caleb Wilson, whose elite athleticism and UNC season have him viewed as a potential No. 1–2 pick and a future star, with Wilson saying he'd be thrilled to join the Bulls at No. 4; Alabama guard Labaron Philon will work out for Minnesota (No. 28) as the Wolves consider moving up for a ball-handler; Keaton Wagler and Mikel Brown Jr. have canceled their visits with the Kings (No. 7) though Wagler may still visit Brooklyn (No. 6), which has already hosted Brown; and the Pelicans are rumored to be trying to leap into the lottery to address rebounding, rim protection, and three-point shooting, with Nate Ament among their targets.

via Hoops Rumors|

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sports22 days ago•11 min saved

Dybantsa Favored for No. 1 in 2026 NBA Draft, Roundtable Finds

CBS Sports' 2026 NBA Draft Roundtable leans AJ Dybantsa as the likely No. 1 pick over Darryn Peterson, with Cameron Boozer and Caleb Wilson in the mix for later selections. The panel praises Dybantsa's scoring efficiency at BYU and ceiling, while weighing Boozer's size/versatility and Wilson's upside; sleepers like Christian Anderson and Ebuka Okorie are highlighted as potential All-Star breakthroughs if development goes right.

via CBS Sports|

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sports22 days ago•66 min saved

Darryn Peterson Fuels Draft Buzz as Guard Class Battles for No. 1 in 2026

The 2026 NBA Draft is top-heavy but lacks a clear No. 1, led by a quartet of star prospects—Cameron Boozer, A.J. Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson and Caleb Wilson—while the guard group surrounding them is deep. Peterson, a 19-year-old Kansas guard, is praised for three-level scoring and a high floor but carries questions about health and long-term durability after cramps and creatine-related issues; Washington and Utah loom as likely top-two picks if they stay there. The Athletic compiles anonymous scouting intel from coaches, scouts, and executives on Peterson and peers like Darius Acuff, Keaton Wagler, Kingston Flemings, and Mikel Brown Jr., underscoring an unsettled first round and NIL-driven shifts that have weakened the perceived depth of the late picks.

via The New York Times|

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sports22 days ago•17 min saved

Caleb Wilson poised to be a franchise-changing force in the 2026 NBA Draft

Caleb Wilson, a high-upside two-way forward who starred at Holy Innocents’ and North Carolina, is viewed as a likely top-4 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft thanks to elite athleticism, playmaking and versatility. Coaches praise his work ethic, IQ, and ability to impact games with drives, passes and rim finishes, though questions remain about his 3-point shooting, frame and defensive consistency translating to the NBA. If he reaches his ceiling, he could become a franchise-changing player, and he remains focused on pursuing greatness with the right coach and development.

via SB Nation|

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