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Bulls Facing Difficult Starting Lineup Decision with Nic Claxton Return Looming

As the Chicago Bulls head into another extremely tough week of play, they at least know some help is on the way. For the first time since sustaining a hamstring injury during training camp, Nic Claxton was able to practice with the team in full.

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Bulls’ Caleb Wilson drops a bar on what really ‘makes you a loser’ in NBA

Chicago Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson’s mentality is fierce as he places his focus on winning over the worries of losing in his NBA career. Wilson started the first season of his career in the league, seeing Chicago select him third overall in the 2026 draft.

Nic Claxton News / Chicago Bulls on SI / November 1

Bulls on Verge of Getting Help in the Paint After Latest Nic Claxton Update

The Chicago Bulls' defense has been a mess to begin 2026-27. While it doesn't necessarily come as a surprise considering their inexperience and roster makeup, it is a tad embarrassing after all the preseason talk.

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The 'NBA scoring champs since 1976' quiz

How many of the NBA scoring champions since the NBA/ABA merger can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

The 'NBA active 1,500-three-pointers' quiz

The 'NBA MVPs' quiz

Patrick Williams News / Chicago Bulls on SI / November 1

Patrick Williams Faces Harsh Reality Amid Chicago Bulls' 1-5 Start

It only took one game for Tiago Splitter to send a clear message to the longest-tenured Bull. In the team's regular-season opener against the Toronto Raptors, 13 of an available 14 players touched the floor.

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Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

NBA News / Chicago Bulls on SI / October 31

3 Major Bulls Concerns After Another Meltdown Against the Celtics

After showing signs of real progress against the New York Knicks, the Chicago Bulls took a giant step backwards on Friday night. The matchup in Boston gave this young squad a chance at quick revenge.

WNBA News

Valkyries win WNBA title thanks to dominant Gabby Williams performance in Game 7

Angel Reese manifests Dream's Game 6 WNBA Finals win after gutsy prediction

Game 7 trending as most expensive WNBA Finals ticket ever

Dream sell out Game 6 of WNBA Finals despite scheduling issue

Caleb Wilson News / ChiCitySports / October 31

Caleb Wilson gets brutally honest as Chicago Bulls’ struggles mount

It’s been a rough start to the NBA season for the Chicago Bulls. Through the first six games of the season, the Bulls are 1-5 with their lone win coming in Milwaukee last Friday against a Bucks team that also has one win.

NBA News / On Tap Sports Net / October 31

Pritchard Scores 30 as Celtics Beat Bulls 125-111; Caleb Wilson Hits Six Threes

The Bulls got a second look at the Celtics in five days and learned the same lesson faster. Boston led by 19 after one quarter and by 29 at halftime, then won 125-111 Friday night at TD Garden in NBA Cup group play.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Caleb Wilson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 31

Caleb Wilson refuses to accept being a loser amid Bulls’ early struggles

The Chicago Bulls continue to struggle to find their footing early in the 2026-27 NBA season. Despite entering their NBA Cup match hoping to turn things around and build some momentum, the Bulls suffered another disappointing loss against the Boston Celtics on Friday night.

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The 'CBB mythical mascots' quiz

The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz

Chicago Bulls News / Blog a Bull / October 30

Bulls NBA Cup time. At least the courts look different?

The NBA Cup group play begins tonight. The Bulls will not be on Amazon Prime but will be on a new court, this one in Boston: The Celtics are the Bulls’ by-far toughest opponent in their group, with follow-up games against the Hornets, Wizards, and Hawks.

NBA News / Chicago Bulls on SI / October 30

Bulls at Celtics (6:30 PM CT): 3 Keys to Revenge, Starting Lineups, Injury Report

The Chicago Bulls are set for a revenge match, as well as their first of four NBA Cup matchups this season. The Boston Celtics ran them off the TD Garden floor earlier this week.

NBA News / Chicago Bulls on SI / October 30

Bulls Will Start NBA Cup Play Against Celtics, And That's a Very Scary Thought

The Chicago Bulls may want to put on some sunglasses before they run out onto the floor in Boston. The TD Garden court is a bright green on Friday, symbolizing the beginning of the 2026-27 NBA Cup for both teams.

Jalen Smith News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 30

Is Jalen Smith playing Friday? Bulls vs Celtics injury report

The Chicago Bulls will visit the Boston Celtics on Friday. On Monday, the Bulls lost to the Celtics 134-99. Then they lost to the New York Knicks, 133-127, to start the year 1-4.

Josh Giddey News / Chicago Bulls on SI / October 30

Bulls Notes: Some Positive Signs? Schedule Only Gets Tougher, Josh Giddey's Growth

Tiago Splitter could see his vision coming to life on Wednesday night. The Chicago Bulls may have fallen victim to the Knicks' championship pedigree in the fourth quarter, but they still put on a show at the United Center.

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 30

Grizzlies’ Cameron Boozer outdoes LeBron James with first triple-double

Boozer topped James Thursday night in a 124-103 win over the Portland Trail Blazers.

NBA roundup: Cameron Boozer's triple-double keeps Grizzlies unbeaten

Cameron Boozer tallies first triple-double, Grizzlies remain unbeaten

The '20-PPG NBA rookies' quiz

Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / October 29

Caleb Wilson and Matas Buzelis Take First Step Toward Being Bulls' Next Dynamic Duo

Caleb Wilson had already rocked the rim twice by the 9-minute mark of the first quarter. Let one more minute run off the clock, and Matas Buzelis would have a three-point make with two trips to the free throw line.

Nic Claxton News / ChiCitySports / October 27

Nic Claxton injury update emerges for Bulls

The Chicago Bulls are awaiting the Nic Claxton’s season debut. He continues to recover from a hamstring injury and has missed the first four games. An update about his status was announced on Monday.