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The Bulls are in the same situation after loss to Nets

On Friday, the Chicago Bulls came up short against the Brooklyn Nets 112-109. As a result, they have a record of 19-22, and history is repeating itself.

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Why Scottie Pippen ‘hated’ Michael Jordan for popular nickname associated with him

Scottie Pippen has opened up about his complex relationship with Michael Jordan, revisiting the mix of pride and rivalry that powered their Chicago Bulls dynasty.

NBA News / Chicago Bulls on SI / January 16

Takeaways & Player Grades: The Bulls Just Lost to the Nets ... Again (112-109) – January 16, 2026

Instead of pulling off their second winning streak of 2026, the Chicago Bulls let the Brooklyn Nets beat them for the second time this season. The 112-109 score doesn't reflect how far apart this game truly was for most of the night.

Josh Giddey News / Chicago Bulls on SI / January 16

Are the Chicago Bulls Inching Closer to a Josh Giddey Return?

Even if the Chicago Bulls do opt for a trade deadline sell-off, the sooner they can get Josh Giddey back on the floor, the better. Thus far, the guard has rewarded the franchise for acquiring him two offseasons ago.

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How many of the players with at least 20 30-point, 10-assist games in NBA history can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / Chicago Bulls on SI / January 16

Chicago Bulls at Brooklyn Nets – Starting Lineups, Injury News, How to Watch

The Chicago Bulls know that a meeting with the Brooklyn Nets can not be taken lightly. Not only has Michael Porter Jr. turned into one of the NBA's elite scorers this season, but Brooklyn is a team that loves to create a math problem.

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The biggest 'what if' moment for every NBA franchise

It's hard for everything to go right in the NBA, whether that's due to managerial decisions, bad luck with injuries, or other factors. In league history, there are some moments that stand out, moments that could have gone in a completely different direction and drastically changed the league.

Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / January 16

3 Young, High-Upside Players the Chicago Bulls Could Trade for at This Deadline

All signs point toward the Chicago Bulls finally making some noise at the trade deadline. But what exactly does that look like? Will they try to cash in on one of the league's disgruntled stars, or will they take a more long-term approach by targeting draft picks and young players?

Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / January 16

Chicago Bulls Front Office Finally Feeling 'Pressure' to Get Things Right

It may be the middle of January, but the Chicago Bulls' front office is reportedly feeling the heat. The organization sits in no-man's land for the fourth consecutive season.

NBA News / Chicago Bulls on SI / January 16

3 Keys: Chicago Bulls Need a Much Better Shooting Night Against the Brooklyn Nets

The last time the Chicago Bulls faced off against the Brooklyn Nets, they were in a full-blown spiral. They had picked up four consecutive losses and were fresh off an extended road trip.

Ayo Dosunmu News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 16

3 potential Ayo Dosunmu trade destinations as Bulls mull future

Is this the season that the Chicago Bulls finally face the music and act as a selling team prior to the trade deadline? The jury’s still out considering how the Bulls have made it their life mission to qualify for the play-in tournament.

Chicago Bulls News / Total Pro Sports / January 16

Chicago Bulls Finally Ready to Hit the Reset Button With Realistic Trade Prices on Stars

The Chicago Bulls are not in a good state at the moment. With just 19 wins and 21 losses, the Bulls are lingering in the 10th spot in the East. However, trying to push towards the playoffs, the team wants to add some quality to the roster.

Coby White News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 15

What Bulls are demanding for Coby White ahead of trade deadline

The Chicago Bulls may be looking at the last season of Coby White. He is playing out the final year of his three-year, $36 million deal. At season’s end, White will become an unrestricted free agent and will be bombarded with trade rumors. The NBA Trade Deadline is scheduled for Feb.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 15

Bulls enter two-game set vs. Nets eyeing .500 mark

After hitting the game-winning shot to complete his best showing of the season, Nikola Vucevic described the Chicago Bulls beating the Utah Jazz by saying, "We found a way." As the Bulls continues to inch closer to the .500 mark, Vucevic will try to help them find more ways to win Friday night when they visit the Brooklyn Nets.

Chicago Bulls News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 15

Want to buy flowers from Derrick Rose before his jersey retirement? You’re in luck!

The Chicago Bulls are going above and beyond in pulling out all the stops for Derrick Rose’s jersey retirement. It is set in stone for January 24 against the Boston Celtics at the United Center.

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Bulls' Tre Jones Makes Game-Winning Baseball-Like Pass in Front of Cubs' Alex Bregman

Tre Jones may want to try on some cleats! With the game on the line Wednesday, Jones came up with the biggest play of the night. Coby White chucked up a corner three with the score knotted up at 126 against the Utah Jazz.

Chicago Bulls News / EssentiallySports / January 15

Ex-Bulls Star Faces FBI Charges For Involvement In Match-Fixing Racket – Reports

The margin for error in college hoops just shrank, and not because of a last-second buzzer-beater. Federal prosecutors unsealed an indictment on Jan. 15 exposing a sprawling point-shaving network that federal authorities say reached from the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) into U.S.

Mike Tirico News / The Spun / January 15