Isaac Okoro: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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.

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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.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 8

NBA Notes: Cavs, preseason, Bulls, Isaac Okoro, Jazz

For a team with championship expectations, the Cavs sure looked ready to get back to work in the first part of their preseason-opening loss to the Bulls.

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.

Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / October 1

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.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 1

NBA Notes: Bulls, Isaac Okoro, Warriors, Seth Curry, Heat

New Bulls wing Isaac Okoro isn’t arriving in Chicago with grand illusions of taking over offensively. Instead, he plans to lean into what made him valuable in Cleveland.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / September 3

Nets' Cam Thomas One Month from Oct. 1 Qualifying Offer Expiration

The Brooklyn Nets and Cam Thomas have been stuck in a contract standoff for the better part of two months now. Thomas became a restricted free agent on July 1, yet he hasn't seen any traction on a new deal.

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.

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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 / Hoops Wire / July 18

Why Cavs-Bulls Trade Of Isaac Okoro And Lonzo Ball Required A Special Exception

When the Chicago Bulls acquired Isaac Okoro from the Cleveland Cavaliers in exchange for Lonzo Ball earlier this month, they couldn’t simply use Ball’s $10 million salary for matching purposes, as noted by Keith Smith of Spotrac.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / July 16

Cleveland Cavaliers Turn Isaac Okoro Trade Into $11M Boost with Clever Cap Maneuver

The Cleveland Cavaliers’ trade of Isaac Okoro to the Chicago Bulls for Lonzo Ball may look straightforward on the surface, but behind the scenes, it reveals a sharp financial play that strengthens Cleveland’s flexibility moving forward.

Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / July 14

NBA insider describes Chicago Bulls offseason in one bleak word

The Chicago Bulls have not done a ton this offseason, but that’s because they largely can’t. They’re engrossed in deep contract negotiations with Josh Giddey.

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

What impact will Ball, Okoro have for new teams after trade?

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Ball and Okoro still have a good shot at impacting their new ball clubs in a positive manner in 2025-2026.

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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / June 29

Bulls officially parting ways with Lonzo Ball via trade

Ball missed the entirety of the 2022-23 and 2023-24 seasons before returning to the lineup this past year.

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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 / 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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