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The Chicago Bulls drafted Patrick Williams fourth overall, and last year extended him on a five-year, $90 million deal. Now, one NBA analyst says it’s high time to trade him and put an end to this nightmarish partnership.

Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / July 11

Chicago Bulls ripped to shreds over ‘liability’ contract

The Chicago Bulls signed Patrick Williams to a five-year, $90 million contract with a player option before the 2024-25 season. It has aged incredibly poorly.

NBA News / ChiCitySports / July 8

Josh Giddey sent Chicago Bulls a $150 million message: Report

The Chicago Bulls and Josh Giddey took a gamble last season, and it appears the power forward won the challenge before his fifth year in the NBA. The Bulls sent Alex Caruso to the Oklahoma City Thunder last year in exchange for Giddey.

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NBA News / ChiCitySports / July 3

Chicago Bulls blockbuster trade proposed by Phoenix Suns insider

The Chicago Bulls may want to explore some trades to change or diversify their roster. With so many players already signed and with Josh Giddey all but assured to be next, the roster is pretty full, so the only option is to trade.

Chicago Bulls News / Yardbarker / June 26

Bulls latest draft pick could spell bad news for Patrick Williams

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Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / June 25

Chicago Bulls desperately want draft bust off team: Report

The Chicago Bulls appear open to trading just about everyone on the team this offseason, but there is a clear favorite they want off the roster before the season starts.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 24

NBA rumors: Bucks, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kings, Keegan Murray, Bulls

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Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / June 19

Chicago Bulls passing on NBA Finals star in 2020 labeled worst mistake

The Chicago Bulls selected Patrick Williams with the fourth overall pick in the 2020 draft. Since then, a few standout playmakers have emerged from that class, but a couple of them were off the board by the time Chicago picked.

Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / May 11

Chicago Bulls Give Key Starter Big Ultimatum

The Chicago Bulls finished their 2024-25 campaign with a play-in tournament loss to the Miami Heat, and now, looking ahead to next season, the franchise could certainly make some changes.

Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / May 9

Chicago Bulls told troubled player he’s on his own this offseason; can’t trade: Report

The Chicago Bulls have one big regret this offseason. The Bulls should have several regrets, especially after they cost themselves good odds at landing a top pick in the 2025 NBA Draft by working overtime to make the Play-In Tournament, only to be blown out 109-90 by the Miami Heat at the United Center.

Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / March 21

Chicago Bulls insider has lost hope for 2020 first round draft pick

The Chicago Bulls’ 128-116 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Thursday night moved them to 10 games under .500 on the season with a 30-40 record through 70 games to show for it.

Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / March 10

The Chicago Bulls get a piece of positive news on the injury front

The Chicago Bulls are set to take on the Indiana Pacers tonight, who sit at 35-27 and are fifth in the Eastern Conference Standings. The Bulls are riding a two-game winning streak with their latest victory against the Miami Heat, where Josh Giddey tied Michael Jordan for the most triple-doubles in a season.

Chicago Bulls News / Last Word On Sports / March 8

Should the Bulls Look to Offload Patrick Williams’s Contract?

As the Bulls commit to their rebuilding phase, several players may be on the move to make space for new talent. With his down performance this season, should the Bulls offer up Patrick Williams and his remaining guaranteed 3-year, $54-million contract?

Chicago Bulls News / Hoops Rumors / February 20

Bulls forward's rough season gets worse with latest update

It’s been a tough season on an individual level for him, as he is averaging career-worst percentages.

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Chicago Bulls News / Hoops Wire / January 19

Bulls Reportedly Exploring Trades Centered On Patrick Williams

The Chicago Bulls are exploring trade opportunities involving 23-year-old power forward Patrick Williams, according to Joe Cowley of the Chicago Sun-Times.

Chicago Bulls News / Hoops Rumors / January 18

Bulls looking to trade former No. 4 pick

Bulls executive vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas has decided to explore trade opportunities involving Patrick Williams.

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Chicago Bulls News / On Tap Sports Net / November 25

3 Potential Patrick Williams Trade Scenarios

NBA insider Jake Fischer recently appeared on a Bleacher Report video stream to answer questions and cover trade rumblings. A topic of note was how the Golden State Warriors will respond to De'Anthony Melton's season-ending injury.

Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / November 23

Chicago Bulls Starter Breaks Silence on New Injury

Patrick Williams has been a very reliable player for the Chicago Bulls this season. The forward had played in every single game for the team this season, until the last two.

Chicago Bulls News / Field Level Media / November 20

Injured Bulls F Patrick Williams returns to Chicago for tests

Bulls forward Patrick Williams is out for Wednesday's road game against the Milwaukee Bucks and has returned to Chicago for imaging on his sore foot. The team said the tests and his absence are precautionary, a step the Bulls felt was necessary to protect Williams, 23, during the front-loaded early season schedule.

Chicago Bulls News / Hardwood Heroics / July 9, 2024

Chicago Bulls Insider Drops Worrying Update on Patrick Williams After His New $90,000,000 Contract

Chicago Bulls forward Patrick Williams recently signed a five-year, $90 million contract, but there’s a chance that he might not be available in the first few weeks of his new deal.