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NBA Notes: Bulls, Isaac Okoro, Pacers, Aaron Nesmith, Bucks

For Chicago, there’s at least a little light on the injury front. Isaac Okoro, Jalen Smith and Kevin Huerter were all able to get on the floor for light work before Sunday’s game, per Joe Cowley of the Chicago Sun-Times.

Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / November 21

Bulls’ Isaac Okoro’s advanced stats tell a complicated story

Isaac Okoro has become one of the Chicago Bulls’ early-season talking points, fueling several narratives that fans are debating online. The Bulls, like every NBA team, have plenty of storylines.

Chicago Bulls News / Detroit Bad Boys / November 13

Under the Hood: Game 12 vs Bulls

Under the Hood – it’s time to see what’s really going on inside this Pistons team. Firing on All Cylinders Ron Holland had several quality defensive possessions to start last night’s game.

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / November 10

NBA Notes: Bulls, Isaac Okoro, Bucks, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Pistons

Coby White has yet to appear this season due to a right calf strain, but Chicago expects him back soon. Coach Billy Donovan indicated that White’s return should be smooth, too.

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / October 27

How Cleveland's Isaac Okoro trade is already paying off for the Cavaliers

Back in early July, the Cleveland Cavaliers and Chicago Bulls were involved in a team-alerting trade. The Cavaliers sent guard Isaac Okoro to the Bulls in exchange for veteran guard Lonzo Ball.

Chicago Bulls News / Hoops Wire / October 17

NBA Notes: Bulls, Isaac Okoro, Thunder, Dariq Whitehead, Kings

It looks like the Bulls have found their fifth starter, at least for now. Per Joe Cowley of The Chicago Sun-Times, Isaac Okoro has emerged as the frontrunner to round out Chicago’s starting five alongside Josh Giddey, Coby White, Matas Buzelis, and Nikola Vucevic.

Chicago Bulls News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 16

Isaac Okoro’s massive impact on the Bulls’ defense cannot be overlooked

There was a reason why the Chicago Bulls traded Lonzo Ball to the Cleveland Cavaliers for Isaac Okoro. That reason had to do with top-notch hard-nose defense.

Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / October 16

Shorthanded Chicago Bulls See Multiple Players Return at Shootaround

As the Chicago Bulls prepare to wrap up their preseason schedule against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday night, a few players were seen making progress at Wednesday's shootaround at the United Center.

Chicago Bulls News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 14

Bulls’ Ayo Dosunmu’s preseason excellence offers hope for a comeback season

Understandably, there is a tendency to want to overlook the preseason, at least from a fan’s perspective. However, it doesn’t matter when you are Ayo Dosunmu of the Chicago Bulls, who has something to prove. As the Bulls move forward, a certain amount of focus will be placed on Dosunmu.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / October 12

Isaac Okoro finally speaks out after Cavaliers trade

This past summer, on July 6th, the Cleveland Cavaliers made the difficult decision to trade former No. 5 overall pick Issac Okoro to the Chicago Bulls in a move that sent guard Lonzo Ball to Cleveland.

Chicago Bulls News / Hoops Wire / October 9

Isaac Okoro calls trade from Cavs ‘a blessing,’ eager to rebrand with Bulls

Isaac Okoro isn’t bitter about leaving Cleveland. In fact, he sounds relieved. The former Cavaliers wing, traded to the Bulls over the summer for veteran guard Lonzo Ball, said the move gives him a new opportunity to redefine himself after five seasons in Cleveland.

Chicago Bulls News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 3

How Isaac Okoro’s 'contagious' defensive effort can set new Bulls standard?

In July, the Chicago Bulls decided to trade Lonzo Ball to the Cavaliers for Isaac Okoro. A major reason for that was to help enhance their defense, which Okoro specializes in.

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Isaac Okoro Reveals Unexpected Story on How He Learned About Bulls Trade

The Chicago Bulls didn't make many moves this offseason, with the most notable deal being the four-year, $100 million contract they signed Josh Giddey to in order to return the franchise point guard back to the Windy City for the long term.

Chicago Bulls News / Hardwood Heroics / August 8

'He’s Going to Become an Instant Fan Favorite' – Chicago Bulls Insider Has High Expectations for Isaac Okoro

The Chicago Bulls’ only notable move so far this offseason was the acquisition of Isaac Okoro in exchange for Lonzo Ball, and two reporters believe that the team struck gold with the former Cleveland Cavaliers swingman.

Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / August 6

Chicago Bulls insider believes Isaac Okoro will be a 'fan favorite'

Earlier this offseason, the Chicago Bulls acquired Isaac Okoro from the Cleveland Cavaliers in a trade that sent Lonzo Ball the other way. While Ball arrived in Chicago with high expectations when he joined the franchise in 2021, injuries kept him from delivering on that promise.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / July 7

Cavaliers Reporter Serena Winters Honors Isaac Okoro With Touching Goodbye

After spending his first five seasons in the NBA with the Cleveland Cavaliers, guard-forward Isaac Okoro will be starting a new chapter in his basketball career with the Chicago Bulls.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 28

Cavaliers' risky trade for Bulls' Lonzo Ball could be worth the reward

The Bulls traded veteran guard Lonzo Ball to the Cavaliers in exchange for forward Isaac Okoro on Saturday.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / June 28

Trade to Bulls a resurgence opportunity for Isaac Okoro

A rare player-for-player swap in today’s NBA, Saturday's Lonzo Ball–Isaac Okoro deal made headlines, but it's the other guy who might quietly revive his career in the Windy City.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / June 28

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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / June 29

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / June 23

Cavaliers Predicted To Trade Isaac Okoro

The Cleveland Cavaliers have been predicted to trade Isaac Okoro this offseason by an NBA analyst. In a story called “1 Player Most Likely To Be Traded On Every NBA Team,” Dan Favale of Bleacher Report went with Okoro for Cleveland. “Isaac Okoro seems like the odd man out.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 21

NBA Insider Reveals Latest on Cavaliers' Isaac Okoro Trade Rumors

Heading into this summer, one name on the Cleveland Cavaliers' roster to pop up across a few initial trade rumors at the start of the offseason was Isaac Okoro.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 15

Does Trading Isaac Okoro Make Sense for The Cleveland Cavaliers?

While the Cleveland Cavaliers may still run back the core four next season, there's a very real possibility that some of the Wine and Gold's role players could be on the move this offseason.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / June 14

Report: Cavaliers Having Trouble Trading Isaac Okoro

According to Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com, the Cleveland Cavaliers are having trouble trading Isaac Okoro. Okoro will make $11 million next season. He

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Field Level Media / December 19

Cavs F Isaac Okoro (shoulder) out at least two weeks

The Cleveland Cavaliers are expected to be without forward Isaac Okoro for more than two weeks because of a sprained AC joint in his right shoulder. Okoro's injury occurred during the third quarter of Monday's 130-101 road victory against the Brooklyn Nets.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / December 19

Isaac Okoro out at least two weeks with shoulder injury

Cavaliers wing Isaac Okoro has been diagnosed with a sprained AC joint in his right shoulder and will miss at least two weeks, which is when he’ll be reexamined, the team announced in a press release.

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