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Takeaways & Player Grades: Minnesota Timberwolves 136, Chicago Bulls 101 – December 29, 2025

The Chicago Bulls and Minnesota Timberwolves were in a tight one at the United Center ... until they weren't. With Zach Collins stuck in street clothes, head coach Billy Donovan had to adjust.

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Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / December 29

Chicago Bulls Lose Both Coby White & Josh Giddey to Injury vs. Timberwolves

In absolutely brutal news, the Chicago Bulls will have to finish Monday night's game without both of their starting guards. Roughly midway through the first quarter, Coby White could be seen reaching for his lower right leg before head coach Billy Donovan called a timeout.

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

Coby White News / Athlon Sports / December 29

Bulls Announce Coby White News After Leaving Timberwolves Game

The Chicago Bulls have continued to hover around the .500 mark with little sense of long-term direction as a franchise, fueling uncertainty surrounding the future of Coby White.

Billy Donovan News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 29

Billy Donovan’s 'more possession' admission adds to ongoing soft tissue injury concerns

Lately, concerns have been raised about how greater possessions lead to increased injuries in the NBA. In addition to Steve Kerr sounding the alarm, Chicago

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NBA Power Rankings: Did the Chicago Bulls' Win Streak Earn Them Some Respect?

There is no denying that the Chicago Bulls have looked rejuvenated in recent weeks. After losing eight of nine games to tumble down the Eastern Conference standings, the Bulls came surging back.

Chicago Bulls News / The Lead / December 29

Double Big Lineups Are What Gave Bulls Five Straight Wins

The saying “basketball is a game of runs” can be cliché, but the Chicago Bulls have had a season of runs. After starting 5-0, the Bulls lost five-straight games two separate times this season.

Trae Young News / Chicago Bulls on SI / December 29

Why the Chicago Bulls Need to Care About the Trae Young Trade Rumors

Trade season is only going to get busier for the Chicago Bulls. While the front office will have its fair share of phone calls to pick up in the coming weeks, it should not forget to eavesdrop on the many other conversations across the league.

Josh Giddey News / Chicago Bulls on SI / December 29

Is Josh Giddey All-Star Bound for the Chicago Bulls? NBA Shares First Voting Returns

The Chicago Bulls' Josh Giddey has entered the All-Star chat! The NBA officially revealed its first fan-voting returns for the 2026 All-Star Game, and the 23-year-old guard made the cut.

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Matchup Notes: Can the Chicago Bulls Handle the Timberwolves' Size & Superstar?

After seeing their five-game winning streak snapped by Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Chicago Bulls (15-16) will face another clutch superstar on Monday night.

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Zach Collins News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 29

Zach Collins out again, this time with a toe injury

It’s been an injury-laden season for the backup big man of the Chicago Bulls, Zach Collins. Earlier in the season, he was out with a wrist injury that required surgery. On Monday, the NBA Injury Report confirmed that Collins will be out for the Bulls’ game against the Minnesota Timberwolves due to soreness in his right toe.

Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / December 28

Bulls’ Coby White Calls Out Giannis Antetokounmpo After Disrespectful Action

The Chicago Bulls came up short against the Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday night, falling to the Central Division rival by a final score of 112-103. While the game was a disappointment all the way around for the Bulls, it ended with quite a bit of drama.