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Mock Trade Sends Bulls' Nikola Vucevic to Celtics for $100 Million Guard

The Chicago Bulls finished ninth in the Eastern Conference last year but were unable to make the playoffs as they fell in the Play-In Tournament. For the Bulls, this marked the third consecutive season that the franchise has missed the playoffs and they will look to end their drought this season.

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Insider proposes blockbuster Chicago Bulls trade for Warriors stars

The Chicago Bulls have been linked to Jonathan Kuminga a lot. There are also swirling rumors about Coby White’s future with the team. In one fell swoop, one insider proposed a blockbuster trade that answers both of those questions and arguably sets the Bulls on the right path for the future.

Nikola Vucevic News / Chicago Bulls on SI / September 24

NBA Insider Gives Harsh Reality of Nikola Vucevic's Future With Bulls

There are certain players across the league that garner trade interest every year, even into the offseason. Myles Turner, center for the Milwaukee Bucks and former Indiana Pacer, was repeatedly dangled in rumors as the next big move for contending teams.

Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / September 24

Chicago Bulls Can't Afford to Lose Standout Guard Amid Trade Reports

The Chicago Bulls went into the 2025 offseason with some heavy expectations to make changes, but the only significant move they completed was trading Lonzo Ball to the Cleveland Cavaliers in exchange for Isaac Okoro.

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The 20 best current NBA players over the age of 35

Be sure to appreciate the final years of the following players' careers because what they're doing at this age isn't normal.

Chicago Bulls News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 24

Bulls rumors: The player Chicago held ‘advanced trade talks’ on this summer

During the offseason, there was speculation that the Chicago Bulls were seriously considering trading guard Ayo Dosunmu. On Wednesday, those rumors were confirmed by Hoops Hype and NBC Sports Chicago writer K.C Johnson, per Stacey King’s Gimme The Hot Sauce pod.

Fred VanVleet News / EssentiallySports / September 24

Fred VanVleet’s Injury Potentially Offers Bulls $7M Relief Amid Multiple Contract Stalemates

The Chicago Bulls have seen plenty of heartbreak lately. Three straight play-in exits, a roster built on stopgaps, and two of their best young guards still waiting for extensions.

Patrick Williams News / ChiCitySports / September 23

NBA insider criticizes Chicago Bulls’ worst contract

The Chicago Bulls made a huge mistake when they drafted Patrick Williams in the 2020 draft, and then they compounded it with a bad extension. That extension is hampering them now and appears poised to hamper them well into the future, despite it not being a massive salary.

Josh Giddey News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 23

Josh Giddey snubbed by ESPN NBA Rank after $100 million contract

Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey can start the season with a clear conscience after agreeing to a $100 million contract for four years. Despite the dollar amount, ESPN appears to not think too highly of Giddey.

Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / September 22

Insider: Now’s time to buy Chicago Bulls stock for the future

The Chicago Bulls have been accused, fairly so, of being aimless for the last few seasons. But at least slightly, things have changed a little bit. The future is a little brighter than it has been, and the front office seems a little more focused on it than usual.

Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / September 22

NBA Writer Expresses Optimism With Bulls Despite Low Expectations

The Chicago Bulls were able to clear up an uncertainty about their team's future earlier this month, inking Josh Giddey to a four-year contract and putting an end to his restricted free agency.

NBA News / Yardbarker / September 23

Three point guard trade targets for Rockets

Here are three guards who could fill the Rockets' hole in the backcourt once their trade options open up.

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Rockets are severely handcuffed in efforts to replace Fred VanVleet

Rockets' Fred VanVleet suffers torn ACL, could miss entire season

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Steve Nash News / Chicago Bulls on SI / September 22

Bulls Should Hire Franchise Legend Following Suns Addition Of Steve Nash

The Phoenix Suns have made some massive changes to their roster this offseason, most notably parting ways with NBA legend Kevin Durant after 145 games with the franchise across three seasons.

Nikola Jokic News / NBA Analysis Network / September 22

Chicago Bulls star says Nikola Jokic revealed his ‘great desire’ to him before shocking EuroBasket loss

The Nikola Jokic-led Serbia team was viewed as one of the favorites to win the gold medal at EuroBasket 2025. For what it’s worth, Serbia impressed fans with a solid run during the group stage of the 2025 EuroBasket.

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Chicago Bulls News / NBA Analysis Network / September 22

Scottie Pippen broke down exactly why Michael Jordan and Horace Grant fell out on the Chicago Bulls

Michael Jordan might be considered the greatest player in NBA history, but he did have a reputation for being a tough teammate. Scottie Pippen spent a long time with him, enough to see the feud between Jordan and Horace Grant.

Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / September 20

Bulls Urged To Trade for Defensive Anchor as Nikola Vuecvic Replacement

The Chicago Bulls were expected to make some major changes in the 2025 offseason, with two-time All-Star Nikola Vucevic seen as a prime trade candidate.

Talen Horton-Tucker News / Hoops Wire / September 20

Talen Horton-Tucker signs with reigning Euroleague champs

Talen Horton-Tucker is officially heading overseas, signing a two-year deal with Fenerbahce, the reigning EuroLeague champions announced. Horton-Tucker, 23, had been holding out hope for another NBA opportunity, but after failing to land a guaranteed deal he’ll now play abroad for the first time in his career.

Josh Giddey News / Chicago Bulls on SI / September 19