Chicago Bulls are the best fit for the 2026 NBA Draft lottery pick

Zach Buckley of Bleacher Report wrote an article discussing the best and worst fits for each projected lottery player in the 2026 NBA Draft. The Bulls were listed here as the best fit for one prospect, Caleb Wilson. Below is what Buckley wrote about why the fit is perfect for the two sides.

“Whenever the Bulls talk about their new SLAP philosophy-stressing size, length, athleticism and physicality-it feels like they’re describing Wilson. Beyond the stylistic fit, he would benefit from a pass-first point guard like Josh Giddey since creation is one of Wilson’s biggest question marks. That said, if Wilson ever added that to his arsenal, there’s really no one blocking his path for exploration and growth.”

If Wilson is selected with the fourth pick by the Bulls, he would be an excellent star for the Chicago frontcourt. The freshman forward recorded 19.8 points, 9.4 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.5 steals, and 1.4 blocks in 31.3 minutes per game with North Carolina. His shooting needs to improve as he gets further from the basket. Wilson finished with a 57.8 shooting percentage, 25.9 3-point percentage, and 71.3 free-throw percentage.  He’s also made it known he’s ready to bring Chicago back if Wilson gets selected there.

Chicago has Patrick Williams, Jalen Smith, Matas Buzelis, and Noa Essengue as forwards under contract for next season. Muohamadou Gueye and Leonard Miller are also on club options, so there are options already on the roster at forward. Playing with Giddey would significantly improve his ability to be a star, not needing to bring the ball up. It will be intriguing to see if Wilson winds up being the star for Chicago going forward.