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NBA Star Josh Giddey Addresses Major Career Decision

At the start of last season, it seemed like Josh Giddey was about to become a lost cause. He finished the 2023-24 NBA season with the Oklahoma City Thunder with a career low in points, rebounds, and assists.

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Chicago Bulls insider stresses patience with promising rookie

The Chicago Bulls spent the 12th pick in the NBA draft on Noa Essengue, a raw, young prospect from overseas. They knew he was going to require some work, but they picked him anyway.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 18

Why Cavs-Bulls Trade Of Isaac Okoro And Lonzo Ball Required A Special Exception

When the Chicago Bulls acquired Isaac Okoro from the Cleveland Cavaliers in exchange for Lonzo Ball earlier this month, they couldn’t simply use Ball’s $10 million salary for matching purposes, as noted by Keith Smith of Spotrac.

Damian Lillard News / ChiCitySports / July 18

How the Chicago Bulls benefit from Damian Lillard’s Trailblazers return

The Chicago Bulls own a future first-round pick of the Portland Trail Blazers, but it’s lottery-protected. With some of Portland’s recent moves, the day when that pick finally conveys could be coming soon, which is good news for a Bulls team that probably needs to retool with young prospects as well.

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Chicago Bulls News / Yardbarker / July 18

Former lottery pick is playing a dangerous game in free agency

The young standout isn't doing anything wrong by trying to maximize his earning potential. But, by allowing negotiations to drag on beyond Summer League, he's overplaying his hand.

Celtics avoided risk by missing out on Damian Lillard

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Nikola Vucevic News / Chicago Bulls on SI / July 17

Chicago Bulls Star Makes Major Career Announcement

Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic is nearing the end of his career. He'll be 35 years old by the time next season starts on the last year of his contract, and it'll be his 15th NBA season.

Noa Essengue News / ChiCitySports / July 17

Chicago Bulls rookie Noa Essengue’s Summer League earns praise

Noa Essengue was drafted by the Chicago Bulls as the second-youngest player in the draft. He looked like a work in progress, but steadily, he has improved greatly with every passing Summer League game.

Yuki Kawamura News / ChiCitySports / July 17

Unheralded Chicago Bulls player turning heads at 2025 Summer League

The Chicago Bulls might’ve found a diamond in the rough during NBA Summer League. Yuki Kawamura has quietly put up really good outings, and he looks like he could be a piece of the Bulls they didn’t know they had.

Chicago Bulls News / NBA Analysis Network / July 17

Chicago Bulls have young star who can replace Lonzo Ball, his Summer League 40-point outing is proof

The Chicago Bulls might have found their long-term replacement for Lonzo Ball, who just had a standout performance at the NBA Summer League. The Chicago Bulls are trying to find their way back to being a competitive team after years of struggling to do so.

Josh Giddey News / Hoops Wire / July 17

Josh Giddey, Bulls Not Close To Reaching Deal

The Chicago Bulls and Josh Giddey are not close to reaching a deal, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. Giddey is a restricted free agent. “The sides, sources say, remain far apart, with the Australian point guard long known to be seeking a deal that pays in the $30 million range annually,” Fischer wrote.

Jahmir Young News / Ball Exclusives / July 17

Jahmir Young drops 40, leads Bulls over Bucks

The Chicago Bulls may have found a needle in a haystack. Jahmir Young, who will be entering his sophomore season with the Bulls next season, went off for 40 points in Chicago’s latest Summer League game.

Charles Barkley News / Fastbreak on SI / July 16

Charles Barkley Makes Feelings Clear About Bulls Legend Michael Jordan

Charles Barkley is one of the best 30 players in NBA history. That said, during his only trip to the NBA Finals he had to go up against Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan.

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 16

NBA Rumors: Josh Giddey, Bulls, Suns, Trae Young, Hawks

While Josh Giddey hasn’t been visible courtside during Bulls Summer League games, signs point to steady progress in contract negotiations between the NBA restricted free agent and Chicago.

Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / July 16

LaMelo Ball, NBA Players React to Matas Buzelis' Latest Post

The Chicago Bulls haven't spent the entirety of NBA 2K26 Summer League on the right side of the news cycle, but a bright spot for them was certainly second-year forward Matas Buzelis.

Josh Giddey News / ChiCitySports / July 16

Chicago Bulls’ Josh Giddey negotiations get positive update

The Chicago Bulls and Josh Giddey remain apart on a deal, but a new report says that they’re getting closer and having good conversations with one another.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 16

The sneaky rule that tweaked Cavs, Bulls’ Lonzo Ball-Isaac Okoro trade

The Cleveland Cavaliers and the Chicago Bulls recently engaged in a straight trade for Lonzo Ball and Isaac Okoro. Generally, straight swaps involve a straight salary match while taking into account other details such as the number of years left on player contracts and future expectations.

Chicago Bulls News / Fadeaway World / July 16

Former Bulls Player Reveals Why Michael Jordan Didn't Want To Skip Preseason Games In Small Towns Like Lincoln, Nebraska, And Sioux Falls

Michael Jordan didn’t believe in skipping games, not even during the preseason, not even in small towns, and certainly not just because of rest. According to former teammate Stacey King, the Chicago Bulls legend made it a point to play in every arena, no matter how remote or how low-stakes the matchup seemed.

Josh Giddey News / NBA Analysis Network / July 15

Tim MacMahon calls out Chicago Bulls for Josh Giddey stance, hits out at trade, ‘seriously…’

Josh Giddey remains one of the most intriguing free agents available. His future with the Chicago Bulls depends on contract negotiations that have reached a standstill.

Noa Essengue News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 15

Bulls’ Noa Essengue getting postered leaves SportsCenter in shambles

The Chicago Bulls have had a rough experience at NBA Summer League this season. However, no player got a worse break than rookie forward Noa Essengue. When the Bulls took on the Indiana Pacers on Monday, Essengue found himself on the wrong end of a poster dunk.

Chicago Bulls News / NBA Draft on SI / July 15

Bulls Roster Shows Off Upside in Summer League Win

On Monday night, the Chicago Bulls’ Summer League roster got its first win, downing the Indiana Pacers, 114-105. It was their first win in Las Vegas, and a great one considering the experience of the Pacers’ squad.

Noa Essengue News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 14

Noa Essengue Bulls photo goes viral after getting posterized in Summer League

The Chicago Bulls are getting an early taste of rookie Noa Essengue. He’s getting his first pro experience in via NBA Summer League. But he became the recipient of one poster dunk.

Matas Buzelis News / Fadeaway World / July 15

Matas Buzelis Locked In On Bringing An NBA Championship To Chicago

Chicago Bulls rising star Matas Buzelis has huge expectations for himself and the team. Given the kind of success the Bulls franchise became accustomed to in the '90s, the young forward hopes to return the team to the same position by bringing a championship to the city.

Matas Buzelis News / Hardwood Heroics / July 14

'I Can Be the Best Player Ever' – Chicago Bulls’ Matas Buzelis Drops Bold Outlook on His Ceiling as a Player

Chicago Bulls forward Matas Buzelis has looked noticeably bigger and stronger than he was at the end of last season, and he has looked like a veteran in his second Summer League experience.

Coby White News / Yardbarker / July 9