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Shorthanded Chicago Bulls See Multiple Players Return at Shootaround

As the Chicago Bulls prepare to wrap up their preseason schedule against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday night, a few players were seen making progress at Wednesday's shootaround at the United Center.

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Insider reveals why Chicago Bulls cannot win NBA Finals

The Chicago Bulls probably aren’t going to win the NBA Finals this year. There have been only 16 teams that have ever even made the NBA Finals after not making the playoffs the year before.

Chicago Bulls News / Yardbarker / October 16

Bulls rising star poised for breakout year after early career struggles

Less than a year ago, Matas Buzelis was a raw, promising rookie still trying to find his footing in the NBA. Now, on the eve of his sophomore season, he looks like a player ready to make the leap.

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Josh Giddey News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 15

Bulls’ Josh Giddey is rounding into form, but there is one big problem

When it comes to the Chicago Bulls, a huge focus this year will be on Josh Giddey. For obvious reasons, he signed a four-year $100 million contract that makes him the guy they want to build around for the future.

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Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / October 15

Chicago Bulls have three top 100 NBA players

The Chicago Bulls don’t seem like a great team. They’ve gone exactly 164-164 over the last four years, the picture of mediocrity. They also seem to lack a lot of firepower, as they don’t really have any superstar players.

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The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.

Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / October 15

Jonas Valanciunas Shares Bold Proclamation On Bulls' Matas Buzelis

Expectations are rising for the Chicago native, Matas Buzelis, entering his second professional season. The Bulls remained relatively quiet during the offseason, which means that more offensive responsibility will fall on young talents like Buzelis, Coby White, and Josh Giddey as they look to return to the postseason.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 14

New Air Jordan 11 Retro Collection release details

Of all the iconic sneakers NBA GOAT Michael Jordan wore throughout his playing career with the Chicago Bulls, none stand out quite like the Air Jordan 11 and the continued hype surrounding the shoe since its original release in 1995.

Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / October 14

Insider’s Chicago Bulls rookie prediction is great news

The Chicago Bulls have a couple of younger pieces to build around. Clearly, Josh Giddey is the future, as he’s now signed through his age-26 season. Coby White is 25, and Matas Buzelis is freshly 21.

Chicago Bulls News / Last Word On Sports / October 14

3 Burning Questions For Bulls Heading Into 2025-26 Season

These days, the Chicago Bulls are a far cry from the franchise that stole hoops fans hearts. Right now, the United Center is the residence of perennial playoff pretenders.

NBA News / Chicago Bulls on SI / October 13

Chicago Bulls Expected to Remain Shorthanded Against Denver Nuggets

As the Chicago Bulls tread through the NBA preseason, they secured two wins against the Cleveland Cavaliers and followed that up with a loss to the Milwaukee Bucks.

Chicago Bulls News / Last Word On Sports / October 13

Bulls Set Roster While Star Guard Expected To Be Ready By Opening Night, Others Trending In Right Direction?

Could the Chicago Bulls finally get out of NBA purgatory this year? While it is just the preseason, Chicago is 2-1 in the exhibition slate despite being shorthanded.

Chicago Bulls News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 14

Bulls’ Ayo Dosunmu’s preseason excellence offers hope for a comeback season

Understandably, there is a tendency to want to overlook the preseason, at least from a fan’s perspective. However, it doesn’t matter when you are Ayo Dosunmu of the Chicago Bulls, who has something to prove. As the Bulls move forward, a certain amount of focus will be placed on Dosunmu.

Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / October 13

Billy Donovan Announces Injury Update On Coby White Before Bulls-Nuggets

While preseason results don't mean everything, the Chicago Bulls hold a 2-1 record so far, as all five of their games are against 2025 playoff teams. While

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 13

The Bulls can’t take any chances with swapping Nikolav Vucevic for Joel Embiid

Recently, rumors have been circulating about the Chicago Bulls’ potential interest in trading veteran center Nikola Vucevic. The latest name being floated around as a possible replacement is Philadelphia 76ers 35-year-old big man Joel Embiid.

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Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / October 13

Chicago Bulls Announce Roster Move After Preseason Loss To Bucks

The Chicago Bulls enter the season with a deep rotation of wings and forwards. Matas Buzelis, the team's 2024 lottery pick, figures to play a significant role as the Bulls continue their youth movement.

Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / October 13

Worst fear for Chicago Bulls in 2025-26 has been revealed

The Chicago Bulls are an interesting team this season. They should have some success with a fairly young roster, but that can also lead to problems. One such problem is turning the ball over, something the revamped Bulls did last year.

Dalen Terry News / Fastbreak on SI / October 12

Chicago Bulls Have Another Player for NBA Teams to Monitor

The former first-round pick, Dalen Terry, will see his rookie-scale contract run out at the end of the 2025-2026 NBA season. Will the Chicago Bulls work on extending him before the deadline restricts them from doing so?

Chicago Bulls News / NBA Analysis Network / October 12

Chicago Bulls prospect admits he was drafted ‘to be like Alex Caruso’ ahead of a ‘big year’ for his NBA future

The Chicago Bulls’ first-round pick from 2022 knows what is on the line for him this season, as he hasn’t lived up to his Alex Caruso expectations. One of the most perplexing decisions the Chicago Bulls have made in some time is letting Alex Caruso go for the price that they did.

Matas Buzelis News / NBA Draft on SI / October 12

Bulls’ 2024 Draftee Proving Talent Through Preseason

Matas Buzelis was once thought of as one of the top players in his class — a lengthy wing with an all-around skillset. But an up-and-down year with the now-dissolved G League Ignite put his NBA Draft stock into question, and eventually led to him being selected at No.

Chicago Bulls News / The SportsRush / October 12

Richard Jefferson Unloads on Kendrick Perkins For Defending Jerry Krause Breaking Up Michael Jordan’s Bulls

In an age where clicks and views drive the news cycle and actual content, sports analysts make a living of going out on a limb and making bold takes on a regular basis.

Dalen Terry News / Hoops Rumors / October 12

Bulls' Dalen Terry not expected to sign extension

Bulls guard/forward Dalen Terry is not expected to sign a rookie scale extension before the 2025/26 season begins, reports Joe Cowley of The Chicago Sun-Times.

Isaac Okoro News / Hoops Wire / October 9

Isaac Okoro calls trade from Cavs ‘a blessing,’ eager to rebrand with Bulls

Isaac Okoro isn’t bitter about leaving Cleveland. In fact, he sounds relieved. The former Cavaliers wing, traded to the Bulls over the summer for veteran guard Lonzo Ball, said the move gives him a new opportunity to redefine himself after five seasons in Cleveland.

Noa Essengue News / NBA Draft on SI / October 8