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Bulls Extend Qualifying Offer To Josh Giddey

The Bulls have extended a qualifying offer to guard Josh Giddey, making him a restricted free agent, according to RealGM’s transaction log, via Hoops Rumors.

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New Bulls Rookie Noa Essengue Compared to 3x All-Star, NBA Champion

The Chicago Bulls selected Noa Essengue with their 12th overall selection in the 2025 NBA Draft. It came as a slight surprise, as many expected the Bulls to take a center, as Nikola Vucevic is aging, they don't have a great backup option, and Maryland center Derik Queen was still on the board.

Pascal Siakam News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 26

Bulls’ Noa Essengue draws Pascal Siakam comparison

The Chicago Bulls selected Noa Essengue with the 12th pick in the NBA Draft. Essengue, who spent last season playing in the EuroCup and BBL, was one of the youngest players in this year’s draft class.

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Starting in 1985, the NBA implemented a lottery system in order to determine which team receives the No. 1 overall pick in that year's draft. But, this time we don't want you to name the top pick, but instead the pick that came after No. 1. How many of the second overall picks from this time can you name in six minutes?

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Chicago Bulls News / NBA Draft on SI / June 26

Noa Essengue: An A+ pick for the Chicago Bulls

The Chicago Bulls had a plethora of prospects to choose from at pick No. 12, but hit a home run with French forward Noa Essengue. He serves as a potential building block for a new era of Bulls basketball, centered around himself, Matas Buzelis and Josh Giddey.

Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / June 26

‘Greed’: Chicago Bulls under fire for trading draft pick for cash

On Wednesday night, the Chicago Bulls selected Noa Essengue with the No. 12 pick in the draft. While drafting an 18-year-old from Europe might scream like

Chicago Bulls News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 26

Bulls GM teases offseason plans with list of players ‘all coming back’

The Chicago Bulls are expected to be an active team during the NBA offseason as they desperately need to make some changes to start trending in the right direction.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 26

Bulls labeled ‘unserious franchise’ for Lakers draft trade

The Chicago Bulls are facing sharp criticism after agreeing to a Thursday morning trade with the Los Angeles Lakers, moving down 10 spots in the 2025 NBA Draft in exchange for cash considerations.

Chicago Bulls News / thePeachBasket / June 26

Rising Star Alert: Noa Essengue Joins Chicago Bulls in the 2025 NBA Draft

In a highly anticipated moment for the Chicago Bulls and their fans, the team made a significant move in the 2025 NBA Draft by selecting French forward Noa Essengue with the 12th overall pick.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 26

Lakers Swap With Bulls To Move Up; Hornets, Others Talking Pick Trades

The Lakers are moving up in the NBA Draft. Los Angeles acquired the No. 45 overall pick from the Chicago Bulls in exchange for the No. 55 selection and cash considerations, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.

Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / June 26

Lakers move up in second round draft order through swap with Bulls

On Wednesday night, Chicago Bulls general manager Marc Eversley said the team was looking at moving out of the second round of the draft on Thursday night.

Chicago Bulls News / Hoops Rumors / June 26

Lakers Trading 55th Pick, Cash To Bulls For 45th Pick

The Lakers are trading the 55th pick of the 2025 draft and cash to the Bulls for tonight’s 45th selection, reports Shams Charania of ESPN (via Twitter).

Marc Eversley News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 26

Marc Eversley’s ‘patience’ take after Noa Essengue NBA Draft pick

The Chicago Bulls added to their young roster on Wednesday night by selecting French big man Noa Essengue with the 12th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft.

Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / June 26

The Chicago Bulls may have gotten the steal of the draft with the 12th pick

The NBA Draft has come and gone and the Chicago Bulls decided to select 18-year-old Noa Essengue from France with their 12th pick. Essengue was the second youngest player in the draft, and is only a few days older than Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg.

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Bulls latest draft pick could spell bad news for Patrick Williams

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Marc Eversley News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 26

Marc Eversley gets real on decision to not trade up in NBA Draft

Leading up to the 2025 NBA Draft, there were a lot of rumors surrounding the Chicago Bulls and the possibility of trading up for a higher draft pick. The Bulls were in possession of the 12th overall pick, but there was chatter about the team being interested in Ace Bailey, who slid down a couple of spots further than originally expected.

Chicago Bulls News / Total Apex Sports / June 26

Chicago drafts Noah Essengue 12th Overall of 2025 NBA Draft

Instead of looking for homegrown talent, Chicago decided to look overseas for their 2025 first-round draft pick. Noah Essengue has been making a name for himself in Germany, playing at the forward position.

Chicago Bulls News / Last Word On Sports / June 26

Chicago Bulls Noa Essengue Pick is a Perfect Upside Swing

After weeks of rumors and anticipation, the Chicago Bulls’ pick is in. Choosing to dip their feet in the overseas talent pool, the Bulls have selected French power forward Noa Essengue with the 12th overall pick.

Chicago Bulls News / On Tap Sports Net / June 26

2025 NBA Draft: The Chicago Bulls Select Noa Essengue with the 12th Overall Pick

After much anticipation, Adam Silver walked to the podium and announced that the Chicago Bulls would be selecting Noa Essengue with their 12th overall pick.

Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / June 25

Chicago Bulls fans react to Noa Essengue draft pick

The Chicago Bulls were looking for a high-impact player with their No. 12 overall draft pick. They ended up landed one of the best forwards in the draft in French prospect Noa Essengue.

Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / June 25

Bulls Select Noa Essengue 12th Overall in 2025 NBA Draft

With the No. 12 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, the Chicago Bulls have selected Noa Essengue, a French prospect who last played for Ratiopharm Ulm. The 6-foot-10 forward was regarded as a lottery pick prior to draft night, and now finds a new home in Chicago.

Chicago Bulls News / Hoops Rumors / June 25