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Takeaways & Player Grades: Pacers Down Bulls for Third Time This Season – January 28, 2026

The Indiana Pacers pulled out another crunch time win over the Chicago Bulls, 113-110. You want the good news or bad news first? While trade rumors are the focus off the court, Matas Buzelis remains the focus on it.

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Chicago Bulls tried to trade star to Celtics: Report

Days after Nikola Vucevic argued for the Chicago Bulls to keep their core together for one more run at the playoffs, the center led the team in scoring with 25 points in a 113-110 loss to the lowly Indiana Pacers in front to 16,777 fans at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

NBA News / ChiCitySports / January 29

Chicago Bulls reportedly eyeing intriguing San Antonio Spurs forward

Even with the Chicago Bulls sitting as the No. 9 seed entering a very important stretch this week, the franchise still has their eyes set on the playoffs this season.

NBA News / Chicago Bulls on SI / January 28

Chicago Bulls at Indiana Pacers – Starting Lineups, Injury News, How to Watch

The Indiana Pacers have 11 wins this season, and two of those come against the Chicago Bulls. While the absence of Tyrese Haliburton has clearly done its damage, this is still a group that fights each and every night.

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The 'NBA active 40-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players with at least 10 40-point games in their career can you name in five minutes?

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The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

NBA News / Chicago Bulls on SI / January 28

A Trade Between the Chicago Bulls and Houston Rockets Makes Too Much Sense

I'm no matchmaker, but the Chicago Bulls and Houston Rockets look good together, right? The two sides have already been connected throughout this trade season.

Coby White News / Hoops Wire / January 28

Bulls’ Coby White viewed as likely to be traded ahead of deadline

Coby White is emerging as the Bulls’ most likely trade chip as the deadline approaches. According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, White, Ayo Dosunmu, and Tre Jones have all drawn interest, but White is viewed by league sources as the best bet to be moved.

Chicago Bulls News / Hoops Rumors / January 28

Bulls More Likely To Trade White Than Dosunmu

Bulls guards Coby White, Ayo Dosunmu, and Tre Jones have all drawn interest from potential trade partners leading up to next Thursday’s deadline, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Substack link).

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Chicago Bulls on SI / January 28

How the Chicago Bulls Could Crash the Giannis Antetokounmpo Sweepstakes

If the Chicago Bulls aren't on hold and listening to a repetitive saxophone solo right now, they might already be behind the 8-ball. The Giannis Antetokounmpo saga reached a new climax on Tuesday morning with ESPN's latest report.

Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / January 28

It Doesn't Get Much Stranger Than the Chicago Bulls' Schedule This Week

A mere look at the schedule might exhaust the Chicago Bulls. This week is about as rough as it gets during the regular season. Monday night's battle with the Los Angeles Lakers tipped off a stretch of five games in seven days.

LeBron James News / ChiCitySports / January 28

Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan catches stray from Lakers’ LeBron James

One of the tireless debates in the NBA is who is the greatest of all time between Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan and Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James.

Chicago Bulls News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 28

Tre Jones, Zach Collins won’t play in showdown vs. Pacers

On Wednesday, the Chicago Bulls will take on the Indiana Pacers. However, Chicago will be without Tre Jones (hamstring) and Zach Collins (toe). The NBA Injury Report officially listed Jones and Collins as out.

Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / January 28

NBA Hall of Famer praises Chicago Bulls’ Josh Giddey

The next few weeks will be important for the Chicago Bulls. They are set to take on the Miami Heat three times in the next six days as well as take on the Indiana Pacers in that span.

Horace Grant News / ChiCitySports / January 28

Former Chicago Bulls standout Horace Grant launches 'Legends in Session' TV series

Four-time NBA Champion Horace Grant is moving from the court to the camera with Legends in Session with Horace Grant, an all-new television series currently filming in Chicago—the city where he first made his mark as a cornerstone of the Bulls’ historic first three-peat dynasty.

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Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / January 27

Chicago Bulls considering extension over trade for key player: Report

With a 23-23 record, the Chicago Bulls are considering their options before the trade deadline. The Bulls want to keep the core young pieces of its team intact.

Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / January 27

Chicago Bulls young star declines invite to 2026 NBA Dunk Contest

The Chicago Bulls have some talent on their roster and they are proving themselves on the court. With the 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend rapidly approaching, there are going to be players who are invited to participate in some of the events taking place.

Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / January 27

Who's the Chicago Bulls' Most Appealing Trade Chip? We Now Have An Answer

The Chicago Bulls have no lack of trade chips as the 2025-26 NBA trade deadline approaches, but one is starting to stand out among the rest. ESPN's Bobby Marks put all 30 teams into tiers as we inch closer to the big day.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 27

Bulls look to drown out trade noise on visit to Pacers

Trade winds continue to swirl around the Chicago Bulls, whose roster includes seven potential free agents. With the NBA's Feb. 5 trade deadline fast approaching, the Bulls will turn their focus to the court when they face the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday in Indianapolis.