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Chicago Bulls best starting five for next season after Norman Powell signing

Norman Powell’s arrival finally settles what the Chicago Bulls’ projected starting five should look like next season. The 33-year-old agreed a two-year, $45 million deal on Wednesday, joining a Chicago side that has spent the offseason getting younger, while also hiring Tiago Splitter to oversee what looks like a promising rebuild.

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Chicago Bulls sign 1x All-Star Norman Powell to a 2-year contract

The Chicago Bulls are entering a new and exciting era. With Tiago Splitter as their new head coach, the team was able to nab one of the most exciting players in the 2026 NBA Draft in Caleb Wilson, and are starting to formulate the foundation for what they hope will be a team that can contend for years to come.

Chicago Bulls News / Larry Brown Sports / July 1

Bulls agree to $45 million deal with All-Star guard

Not even 24 hours after NBA free agency opened, the Chicago Bulls have made a big splash. On Wednesday morning, the Bulls and All-Star guard Norman Powell agreed to a two-year deal worth $45 million.

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The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time

The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time

Norman Powell News / Hoops Rumors / July 1

Bulls, Norman Powell Agree To Two-Year Contract

Norman Powell is headed to Chicago, according to Shams Charania of ESPN, who reports (via Twitter) that the free agent guard has agreed to sign a two-year, $45MM contract with the Bulls.

Chicago Bulls News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

Bulls sign backup center to $17 million extension to avoid free agency

The Chicago Bulls reshaped their frontcourt by trading for Nic Claxton and drafting Caleb Wilson in the span of a day, but they wish to keep some continuity in their big-man group.

Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / July 1

Chicago Bulls bring back center on two-year deal

The NBA’s free agency period is officially open, one week after the draft has been completed. With the next step of the offseason here, teams are looking to improve their rosters.

Chicago Bulls News / Hoops Rumors / June 30

Zach Collins Agrees To Two-Year Extension With Bulls

Bulls big man Zach Collins has agreed to a two-year, $17MM contract extension, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link). Collins’ representative, Mark Bartelstein of Priority Sports, and Chicago’s new front office hammered out the details over the last few days in order to keep Collins off the free agent market.

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Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick

In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.

Kam Jones News / Chicago Bulls on SI / June 30

Bulls Move Off Kam Jones and Open Roster Spot After Dubious Draft Trade

The Chicago Bulls made fans raise an eyebrow on the second night of the NBA Draft. Sitting pretty with two second-round picks, new lead executive Bryson Graham decided to trade both away.

Chicago Bulls News / Hoops Rumors / June 30

Bulls To Guarantee Leonard Miller, Waive Kam Jones

The Bulls are fully guaranteeing the $2.41MM contract of Leonard Miller for next season, Michael Scotto reports for HoopsHype (via Twitter). The team also announced that it has waived guard Kam Jones (Twitter link).

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Norman Powell News / Chicago Bulls on SI / June 30

Pros and Cons: Rumors of Bulls Adding Norman Powell Surge Ahead of Free Agency

In the hours leading up to NBA free agency, one name has been mentioned more than any other for the Chicago Bulls. Miami Heat guard Norman Powell is said to be on new lead executive Bryson Graham's radar.

Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / June 30

Report: Chicago Bulls interested in landing polarizing forward

The Chicago Bulls are entering NBA free agency teeming with cap space, and they are expected to be very active on the open market as a result. Of course, just because the Bulls have some money available does not mean they will spend foolishly.

Caleb Wilson News / ChiCitySports / June 29

Caleb Wilson Bowman card sets sale record for rookie

The Chicago Bulls took Caleb Wilson at No. 4 overall in the 2026 NBA Draft just about a week ago. Since then fans, experts, former players, etc have all raved about the selection, praising Wilson for his play.

Chicago Bulls News / Blog a Bull / June 29

The Myth of the 'full' Bulls roster

In this post, I want to bury the lede. I think Bryson Graham, for the most part, has said and done a lot of good in his short time helming the Bulls. Specifically in the first round of his first draft, which is extremely important.

Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / June 29

4 Biggest Needs for the Chicago Bulls in Free Agency (With Some Names to Watch)

The work has only just begun for Chicago Bulls executive Bryson Graham. After a busy draft night, the franchise is now headed toward a huge free agency period.

Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / June 29

Chicago Bulls reportedly interested in veteran free agent

The Chicago Bulls are in a rebuild as they decided to reshape their front office. With Bryson Graham in charge, Chicago is hoping to get back to being a contender in the Eastern Conference.

Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / June 28

Two Recent Trades Give Us First Reason to Question Bulls' New Front Office

Bryson Graham's first handful of moves at the helm of the Chicago Bulls haven't come without some question marks. To be clear, the new lead executive received plenty of flowers for the first round of the NBA Draft.

Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / June 28

Bryson Graham preaching patience will not sit well with Bulls fans

Bryson Graham got off to a great start as the new Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations. In his first draft, he drafted Caleb Wilson and Daylin Swain.

Norman Powell News / Chicago Bulls on SI / June 28

Are the Bulls Really Going to Make a Run at Norman Powell in Free Agency?

The latest Chicago Bulls free agency rumor is a doozy. Bryson Graham is only two days away from his first free agency as the front office leader. He capped off a successful draft, garnering plenty of respect for snagging both Caleb Wilson and Dailyn Swain in the first round.