The Bulls are going to be so, so bad this year. That’s OK.
I’d say “don’t believe the hype” but I don’t even think there’s a lot of hype
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I’d say “don’t believe the hype” but I don’t even think there’s a lot of hype
Kawhi Leonard is back in Toronto, Nic Claxton is out, and Tiago Splitter makes his Bulls debut. Projected starters, injuries and what to watch. The post Bulls vs. Raptors Preview: Splitter Era Opens With Kawhi’s Return in Toronto appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
The Chicago Bulls begin the 2026-27 NBA season on the road Wednesday against the Toronto Raptors. It will be a season unlike any other in recent memory, as the team rebuilds from scratch with new leadership, coaching, and players. Although some notable players will grab the spotlight, Leonard Miller cannot and shouldn’t be overlooked. The […] The post Bulls player who will shock NBA world with breakout 2026-27 season appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Cleveland Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson invited former Knicks and Bulls head coach Thom Thibodeau to observe a practice on Oct. 20, seeking defensive insights ahead of what he calls the team’s most pivotal season. Thibodeau, 68, renowned for building elite defenses with Chicago (top‑six rating) and New York, has not been hired by Cleveland, but Atkinson says the club embraces continuous learning. The visit follows a pattern of bringing in veteran consultants, like ex‑Grizzlies coach Dave Joerger, as the Cavs aim to tighten rotations and improve help defense around Jarrett Allen to contend in the East.
The Chicago Bulls have exercised their rookie-scale team options for forwards Matas Buzelis and Noa Essengue, securing both players for the 2027-28 NBA season. Chicago picked up the fourth-year option on Buzelis’ rookie contract, which will pay the Lithuanian forward $7.6 million during the 2027-28 campaign. Meanwhile, the Bulls also exercised the third-year option for […] The post Bulls exercise contract options for Matas Buzelis, Noa Essengue appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
82 games, fresh expectations and a defence ready to make life miserable. Raptors basketball is back. The post Gameday: Bulls @ Raptors, October 21st first appeared on Raptors Republic .
If Leonard Miller steps up, the Chicago Bulls would have three high-level forwards—and less of a need for Patrick Williams to play big minutes.
How to watch Bulls at Raptors in the season opener at Scotiabank Arena: tip-off at 6:30 p.m. CT on CHSN and the CHSN app. The post How to Watch Bulls at Raptors Season Opener: Time, TV Channel, Live Stream appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
The Raptors open the 2026-27 season against a revamped Chicago Bulls, hoping to exploit the Bulls' weakened frontcourt after the loss of Nic Claxton. Rookie power forward Caleb Wilson, a high‑impact scorer from UNC, draws attention, but Toronto’s Scottie Barnes (237 lb) may have a size edge. Key matchups include RJ Barrett and Barnes versus Wilson, and guard Jamal Shead versus former Raptor Norman Powell. With Kawhi Leonard back and healthy, the Raptors aim to dominate the paint and contain the Bulls’ guard duo of Josh Giddey and Powell. Injuries: Raptors’ Nate Bittle (foot) and Bulls’ Claxton (hamstring) are out.
The Toronto Raptors will aim to begin the 2026-27 season with a win as they host the Chicago Bulls at the Scotiabank Arena on Wednesday, October 21.
NBA legend Charles Barkley shared a story about his longtime friendship with Michael Jordan, recalling how the Chicago Bulls icon once helped him deal with a disappointing playoff elimination. Barkley revealed that Jordan called him in the middle of the night following a loss during his time with the Houston Rockets and arranged to pick […] The post Charles Barkley details Michael Jordan’s late-night call after playoff loss appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
A viral tale claims Michael Jordan turned a $1,000 three‑point contest with Jamal Crawford into a Ferrari‑versus‑Mercedes wager in the summer of 2001, with Jordan allegedly winning the cars after a perfect five‑for‑five shooting round. Crawford later admits the story is embellished; his real loss involved a dice game that forced him to surrender his Mercedes, unrelated to Jordan. The article separates fact from folklore, highlighting Jordan's legendary competitiveness while debunking the high‑stakes car showdown.
Chicago Bulls forward Noa Essengue's third-year team option was exercised. The French forward earned more guaranteed money, but remains largely unproven.
Dalton Knecht has his flaws, but the Chicago Bulls need shot creation along the wings. The Los Angeles Lakers made it possible for them to find it.
The Bulls could turn Kevin Porter Jr. into another valuable trade chip, repeating the Norman Powell strategy to stockpile future assets and accelerate their rebuild.
The Chicago Bulls will begin the 2026-27 season on Wednesday, October 21, on the road against the Toronto Raptors. Of all the storylines, Noa Essengue’s path forward isn’t getting the spotlight. However, the Bulls see real value in Essengue, as evidenced by exercising a team option on him and Matas Buzelis on Tuesday. OFFICIAL: We have exercised […] The post Bulls’ Noa Essengue contract decision shows they’re not quitting on him appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The three-peat Bulls forward hosts a new Chicago-filmed talk series on CHSN, starting Saturday night with Charles Oakley right after the home opener. The post Horace Grant’s ‘Legends in Session’ Premieres on CHSN After Bulls Home Opener appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
Here are five players the Bulls could target to fill their final roster spot as the season starts, with several interesting free agents still available.
The Chicago Bulls have exercised both rookie‑scale options for the 2027/28 season, locking in Matas Buzelis’s fourth‑year deal and Noa Essengue’s third‑year contract. Buzelis, the 11th pick in 2024, posted 16.3 points, 5.8 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.5 blocks while starting all 77 games last year, and his option bumps his salary to roughly $7.58 million. Essengue, the 12th pick in 2025, missed most of his rookie year after shoulder surgery but will now earn $5.97 million in 2027/28, with the Bulls facing an $8.23 million option for ’28/29. The team must finalize all rookie‑scale options by Nov. 2.
Bulls The Bulls won’t have to convince Caleb Wilson to embrace the moment when he makes his NBA debut Wednesday against the Raptors. The No. 4 overall pick sounds plenty comfortable with what’s ahead. “I want to learn how to play better defense, and I want to really have fun. That’s pretty much it,” Wilson […] The post NBA Notes: Bulls, Caleb Wilson, Hawks, Aaron Wiggins, Pistons appeared first on Hoops Wire .
In October 2014, Jimmy Butler faced a decision that could have changed his career. The Chicago Bulls had offered him a rookie extension worth approximately $44 million, but the two sides could not agree on the price. Butler chose to bet on himself instead of accepting the offer. He entered the 2014-15 season without a […] The post NBA Round Up: Erik Spoelstra, Heat to Petition Adam Silver; 23-Year-Old Signs $209M Contract & More appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Samson Folk & Trevon Heath discuss the Raptors. The post Let the season begin! Statline predictions + Bulls Preview first appeared on Raptors Republic .
A one‑minute preseason video shows Chicago Bulls head coach Tiago Splitter quizzing players on Phoenix Suns strategies, using cold‑calling to enforce accountability. The clip, posted on the Bulls’ X account and praised by sportscaster Jose Arredondo, highlights Splitter’s hands‑on approach and hints at a promising coaching future. The post also includes a personal birthday note and a brief Spurs‑Thunder preview, but the core story centers on Splitter’s early impact with Chicago.
The Bulls' first City Edition uniform, the white Chicago flag design from 2017-18, returns for 2026-27 with four City Edition Nights at the United Center. The post Bulls Bring Back Original Chicago Flag City Edition Jerseys for 2026-27 appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
If Chicago moves Norman Powell at this year's trade deadline, they should aim higher than a stash of draft assets.