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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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sports10 days ago•3 min saved

LeBron Watch: Wolves Kick Off Free Agency as Grimes Heads to Lakers; Bulls Target Powell and Strus

NBA free-agent chatter centers on LeBron James, with the Timberwolves signaling interest but limited cap space, while Quentin Grimes isn’t returning to the 76ers and is viewed as Lakers’ target; Nuggets forward Spencer Jones is negotiating a deal richer than his earlier offer, and the Bulls are pursuing Norman Powell and eye Max Strus in talks with the Cavaliers, who have also explored Strus as a potential move.

via HoopsRumors.com|

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sports16 days ago•1 min saved

Pacers secure draft rights to Braden Smith from Bulls

The Indiana Pacers acquired the draft rights to Braden Smith (38th overall in the 2026 NBA Draft) from the Chicago Bulls in exchange for Kam Jones, two future second-round pick swaps, and cash, and Smith will wear No. 3.

via NBA.com|

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sports16 days ago•6 min saved

Bulls Move No. 38 to Pacers, Reacquire Kam Jones in Draft Night Shuffle

The Chicago Bulls traded their 38th pick to the Indiana Pacers on draft night, receiving guard Kam Jones plus two future second-round swaps and cash. The deal, which involved an active NBA player on draft night, has sparked debate over Chicago’s devaluation of second-round picks, but Jones, a Marquette standout with collegeUpside, could fit the Bulls’ pace-and-paint style despite modest rookie numbers (4.4 PPG, 3.2 APG) with the Pacers last season.

via Sports Illustrated|

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sports16 days ago•19 min saved

Bulls Trade No. 38 to Pacers, Land Kam Jones as Braden Smith Goes to Indiana

Chicago Bulls traded No. 38 in the 2026 NBA Draft to the Indiana Pacers in exchange for Kam Jones, future pick swaps, and cash; the Pacers used the pick to draft Braden Smith, leaving Chicago with two 2026 first-rounders (Caleb Wilson and Dailyn Swain). Jones is under a two-year deal with a team option, and the cash won’t impact on‑court moves, pushing Chicago to pursue undrafted free agents.

via Bleacher Nation|

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sports16 days ago•14 min saved

Bulls tab Dailyn Swain at No. 15 to bolster length and versatility

Chicago drafted Texas forward Dailyn Swain with the No. 15 pick, adding a 6-foot-8 “big guard” who fits the Bulls’ SLAP profile (size, length, athleticism, physicality) and project as a defensive, connective scorer alongside Caleb Wilson in a rebuild led by Bryson Graham and Tiago Splitter. Swain, who played at Xavier before Texas, averaged 17.3 points and 7.5 rebounds last season and will aim to impact transition and offense, though his shooting (3-point percentage rising from 15.4% as a freshman to 34.4% as a junior) will need continued development to maximize his fit with Josh Giddey and the new Bulls roster.

via Chicago Tribune|

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sports17 days ago•21 min saved

Bulls Ping-Pongs on Swain at No. 15 Amid Mixed Draft Reactions

The Chicago Bulls selected Dailyn Swain at No. 15, becoming the first pick outside the lottery, citing his size, length, athleticism, and defensive potential. NBA media reactions were mixed: some outlets praised the upside and fit, while others questioned his shooting and long-term ceiling. Swain, a 6-6.5 wing from Texas who averaged 17.3 points and 7.5 rebounds as a junior, showed improvement but will need to address his shooting consistency as he develops in Chicago, possibly positioning for Summer League action.

via Bleacher Nation|

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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•1 min saved

Randle to Nets in 3-team deal; Bulls land Claxton

In a three-team trade, Julius Randle and the No. 28 pick move from Minnesota to Brooklyn, with the Chicago Bulls acquiring Nic Claxton and Minnesota receiving the No. 33 pick. Randle averaged 21.1 points, 6.7 rebounds and 5 assists last season; Claxton averaged 11.7 points, 6.9 rebounds and 1.1 blocks. Minnesota used the deal to re-sign Ayo Dosunmu and create a $33.3 million trade exception.

via theScore|

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sports18 days ago•8 min saved

Three-Team Julius Randle Trade Recasts Wolves, Nets, Bulls

A three-team deal sends Julius Randle from Minnesota to Brooklyn, with the Timberwolves receiving the No. 33 pick and creating a $33.3 million traded-player exception to gain cap flexibility; the Bulls land Nic Claxton. Brooklyn gets a proven scorer to help rebound, while Minnesota clears payroll and eyes a realigned supporting cast around Naz Reid. The trade grades are Wolves C+* (asterisk for the pending use of the TPE), Nets B, Bulls B+.

via CBS Sports|

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nba18 days ago•27 min saved

Randle traded to Nets in three-team draft eve deal

The Minnesota Timberwolves traded Julius Randle and the No. 28 pick to the Brooklyn Nets in a three‑team deal that also involves the Chicago Bulls; Brooklyn sends Nic Claxton to Chicago and receives Minnesota’s No. 33 pick. The move creates a $33 million trade exception for Minnesota and gives them cap flexibility to re-sign Ayo Dosunmu and pursue other free agents, while Randle moves to his fifth team and averaged 21.1 points this season.

via NBA.com|

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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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sports25 days ago•3 min saved

Bulls appoint Tiago Splitter as head coach to steer the next era

The Chicago Bulls named Tiago Splitter their head coach, the franchise's 25th leader. The 41-year-old former NBA forward/center arrives after serving as Portland's interim head coach in 2025-26, guiding the Trail Blazers to a 42-40 record, a play-in win and the No. 7 seed. Splitter brings a mix of NBA playing experience, international coaching success with Paris Basketball, and prior NBA assistant roles (Nets, Rockets), including being part of San Antonio's 2014 championship team as a player.

via NBA.com|

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