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Bulls player who will shock NBA world with breakout 2026-27 season

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 .

Former Bulls, Knicks head coach visits Cavs’ practice

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.

Bulls exercise contract options for Matas Buzelis, Noa Essengue

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 .

Can the Raptors shut down the Bulls’ offence in the season opener?

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.

Charles Barkley details Michael Jordan’s late-night call after playoff loss

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 .

“Let’s Bet Our Cars”: Michael Jordan Turned Jamal Crawford’s $1,000 Shooting Challenge Into a Ferrari vs. Mercedes Showdown

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.

Bulls’ Noa Essengue contract decision shows they’re not quitting on him

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 .

Bulls Exercise 2027/28 Options On Buzelis, Essengue

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.

NBA Notes: Bulls, Caleb Wilson, Hawks, Aaron Wiggins, Pistons

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 .

NBA Round Up: Erik Spoelstra, Heat to Petition Adam Silver; 23-Year-Old Signs $209M Contract & More

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 .

Open Thread: An inside look at Tiago Splitter with the Chicago Bulls

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.