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Matas Buzelis' 3rd Rising Stars Game is a Reminder of Much Higher Expectations

For the second straight season, Matas Buzelis will serve as the Chicago Bulls' lone representative at All-Star Weekend. The second-year forward is set to compete in the 2026 Rising Stars event, which will help tip off the three-day festivities on Friday night at the Intuit Dome.

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Bulls' Mac McClung Reveals Players Didn't Want to Face Him in 2026 Dunk Contest

All-Star Weekend will feature a new Slam Dunk Contest winner for the first time since 2022. In the lead-up to one of the NBA's most iconic events, Mac McClung announced that he turned down a shot at another piece of hardware.

Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / February 13

NBA's Latest $500K Warning May Have Just Ruined the Chicago Bulls' Draft Plans

Waiting too long is what the Chicago Bulls are best at. Year after year, this team refused to fully press down on the reset button. It's why they ended up with three consecutive Play-In Tournament losses.

Pete Crow-Armstrong and Caleb Williams ‘plan to be here a long time’

The Chicago sports scene has some rising stars who have developed friendships that makes it cool for fans who cheer for those teams. With Pete Crow-Armstrong having a breakout year for the Chicago Cubs in 2025, he’s becoming the face of the franchise.

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Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / February 13

This is what Bleacher Report believes is the worst Chicago Bulls trade ever

The Chicago Bulls have been able to have some of the best players ever don the iconic red jersey over the years. Drafting talent like Michael Jordan or trading for talent like Scottie Pippen, there are all different ways to build rosters.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Mac McClung News / HITC / February 13

3-time NBA Dunk Contest winner says players refuse to participate because of him

Three-time NBA Slam Dunk Contest champion Mac McClung says some players were reluctant to participate in this year’s competition if he entered. The Chicago Bulls’ two-way guard confirmed he will not take part in All-Star weekend despite winning the previous three contests.

Scottie Pippen News / Fadeaway World / February 13

Scottie Pippen Places Michael Jordan’s Dream Team Sneakers For Auction, Price Could Skyrocket To $2.5 Million

Scottie Pippen didn’t just build a Hall of Fame career with the Chicago Bulls, he held onto every piece of it. Championship jerseys, trophies, personal keepsakes from the biggest moments.

Collin Sexton News / Hardwood Heroics / February 13

'I Gotta Continue to Calm Myself Down' – Chicago Bulls’ Collin Sexton Breaks Silence on His $35,000 Fine for Viral Free Throw Incident

Chicago Bulls guard Collin Sexton vowed to manage his emotions better after receiving a $35,000 fine from the league office for his inappropriate hand gesture during their 123-113 road loss to the Brooklyn Nets on Monday night.

Mac McClung News / Athlon Sports / February 12

Mac McClung Addresses Decision to Skip NBA Dunk Contest

Mac McClung recently showed off an incredible dunk in the G-League where he plays for the Chicago Bulls' affiliate Windy City Bulls. The 6'2 guard left the crowd in disbelief after a reverse slam off a pass by Yuki Kawamura.

Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / February 12

Chicago Bulls Finally Out of Play-In Picture, But Will It Stay That Way?

The basketball might make your eyes bleed, but is that worth it for a chance at Darynn Peterson or Cameron Boozer? Whether it be their aggressive trade deadline moves or Arturas Karnisovas' words in the aftermath, the Chicago Bulls sure do not appear as hungry to taste the Play-In Tournament.

Matas Buzelis News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 12

Matas Buzelis makes All-Star declaration ahead of trip to Rising Stars Game

“Even though the Chicago Bulls look different following many trades, Matas Buzelis is still around. Recently, Buzelis was selected to play in the NBA Rising Stars Game during the NBA All-Star Weekend.

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Chicago Bulls Would Love If This Latest Mock Draft Came True

Is it time for mock drafts already? It may not even be Valentine's Day yet, but the Chicago Bulls' season sure feels over. While the team may not be blatantly throwing in the towel like the Utah Jazz, they tanked the old-fashioned way by sending out nearly half their roster at this year's trade deadline.

Yuki Kawamura News / Chicago Bulls on SI / February 12

Chicago Bulls' Yuki Kawamura Posted a Must-See Stat Line in Latest G League Game

The Chicago Bulls might as well embrace Yuki Mania. Losers in nine of their last ten games, a downward spiral is in full effect for Billy Donovan's crew.

Ousmane Dieng News / Chicago Bulls on SI / February 12

Ousmane Dieng's Career Night Makes Chicago Bulls' Decision More of a Head-Scratcher

As underwhelming as the Chicago Bulls trade return for Coby White turned out to be, it wasn't all that hard to rationalize. The 25-year-old guard was playing on an expiring contract amid an injury-riddled season.

Collin Sexton News / Total Apex Sports / February 12

Collin Sexton’s $35K Welcome Gift: The Bulls, The Bird, and The Rim

There is making a first impression, and then there is whatever Collin Sexton just did. Usually, when a player gets traded to a new city, the “Welcome to Chicago” moment involves a press conference, holding up a jersey, and maybe a polite soundbite about loving deep-dish pizza.

Nikola Vucevic News / ChiCitySports / February 12

Chicago Bulls: Nikola Vucevic sends brutal message after Celtics trade

Former Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic wanted a chance to compete for an NBA championship. That wasn’t going to happen with the Bulls this season, and he seems right at home with the Boston Celtics.

Anfernee Simons News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 12

Anfernee Simons teases potential Celtics return after Bulls trade

Anfernee Simons was a key contributor coming off the bench for Joe Mazzulla and the Boston Celtics. Although he had been a starter his entire career, Simons was willing to sacrifice his role to help make the Celtics true contenders in the Eastern Conference.

Chicago Bulls News / Athlon Sports / February 12

WWE Elimination Chamber 2026: Preview, Start Time

WWE Elimination Chamber 2026 is right around the corner. Set for the Windy City, this year’s Premium Live Event heads to Chicago and has the feel of a true WrestleMania-season turning point.

Jeremy Sochan News / Yardbarker / February 12

Two potential landing spots for Jeremy Sochan following release from Spurs

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Billy Donovan News / ChiCitySports / February 12

Billy Donovan hits new-look Chicago Bulls with harsh reality

Fantasy managers felt the boom when the Chicago Bulls went nuclear at the February 5 trade deadline. The Bulls flipped Coby White, Ayo Dosunmu, Nikola Vucevic, Kevin Huerter, and more for young talent like Anfernee Simons, Jaden Ivey, Rob Dillingham, Collin Sexton, Leonard Miller, and Nick Richards.