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The Chicago Bulls started off the season on a high note. On Wednesday, they upset the Detroit Pistons for a 115-111 victory at the United Center. While their veteran center, Nikola Vucevic, led the charge toward victory, Matas Buzelis was his second-in-command. Altogether, Buzelis finished the game with 21 points, six rebounds, and three assists […]

The Chicago Bulls are in a rebuilding phase in 2025-26, but that didn’t stop them from getting in the win column on opening night. In front of a packed crowd at the United Center, the Bulls picked up a 115-111 win over the Detroit Pistons to get going in the right direction this season. Nikola […]

For over a decade, Nikola Vucevic has been an unmistakable presence in the NBA, first with the Orlando Magic and more recently with the Chicago Bulls. Additionally, he gave it his all on the international front during tournaments such as Eurobasket for Montenegro.  Altogether, he has demonstrated a trifecta of efficiency, poise, and versatility. All […]

When it comes to talent and confidence, Matas Buzelis of the Chicago Bulls has both. And it is a good thing too, because Chicago will need Buzelis to excel with Coby White out due to a calf injury for the start of the season.  Before the Bulls’ season opener against the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday, […]

The debut of the new NBA on NBC commenced on Tuesday for the NBA’s opening night. Plus, the addition of Michael Jordan as a contributor was something fans had been eagerly anticipating. However, Jordan’s debut appearance was met with some confusion. For instance, Bill Simmons said Jordan’s interview with Mike Tirico lacked any excitement, though […]

Michael Jordan is not just widely considered the greatest basketball player of all-time. He is also one of the fiercest competitors to ever grace American professional sports, doing everything imaginable to give himself a physical and mental edge over the rest of the league. Some may call his obsession with winning unhealthy or maniacal, but […]

The NBA is back, and it’s only fitting that the one and only Michael Jordan has resurfaced, as it was recently announced that he will be a special contributor for NBC starting this season and will launch an interview series called “MJ: Insights to Excellence.” A part of it was aired during the halftime of […]

Unfortunately, it appears that the Chicago Bulls will begin the season with a hobbled roster. First, their top scorer, Coby White, will be out for the next few weeks due to a calf injury. Nevertheless, they will have two, albeit hobbled, core players available in time for their season opener against the Detroit Pistons on […]

The news that Coby White will miss the start of the season due to a calf injury was not what the Bulls were hoping for. After all, White is their dynamic scorer and playmaker as well as the team leader. The guy around whom the offense revolves. Indeed, his absence will be felt, but luckily […]

As fans have been waiting to hear updates regarding the injury to Chicago Bulls guard Coby White, the latest is likely to sour the mood as he’s set to miss the start of the season with the calf issue, as confirmed by the team itself. While there have been optimistic updates with the Bulls star, […]

The Chicago Bulls come into the 2025-26 NBA season as a team hoping to finally have some direction after a few years of not being good enough to be anything more than a play-in team, but not bad enough to kick start a rebuild with a high enough draft pick. But as they begin the season, […]

As Chicago Bulls star Coby White is dealing with a calf injury that has kept him out of preseason games, the latest update on his issue will have fans taking notice. While the preseason absence of the Bulls guard has been noticeable, his status for the regular season opener has likely been revealed. White is […]

It was a busy Friday for the Chicago Bulls. Three hours after signing Mac McClung to a contract, they decided to waive him, per Legion Hoops. At the same time, the Bulls chose to waive fan favorite Yuki Kawamura after he sustained a medical condition in his right leg, per Will Gottlieb.  Then, the Bulls […]

For many Chicago Bulls fans, Derrick Rose holds a special place in their hearts. Much of that is rooted in the reimagination of what he could have been if injuries hadn’t eaten him alive. Sometimes, Rose is mentioned alongside Michael Jordan. Recently, Chicago-based rapper G Herbo made the case that Rose was more popular than […]

A few months after the Orlando Magic forced Mac McLung into free agency, their loss was the Chicago Bulls’ gain. On Friday, the Bulls snatched him up by signing him to a contract, per Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype and USA Today. McLung arrives in Chicago as a former MVP of the NBA G League […]

In basketball, free throws do plenty of good. Nobody knows that better than Wilt Chamberlain, despite being a poor free-throw shooter, who was 28-for-32 in his historic 100-point game in 1962. Perhaps the second name that comes to mind is Shaquille O’Neal for apparent reasons. Fast forward to today, and the Chicago Bulls are hopefully […]

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.  Specifically, Okoro excels in ball pressure defense, is versatile in his approach, and has an intense physicality that meets what Chicago is looking for at this point.  On […]

Former Chicago Bulls player turned broadcaster Stacey King knows how to get laughs. One time, he mistook his former teammate Bill Cartwright for former President Barack Obama. Recently, King decided to poke fun at Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers during the Bulls’ preseason game against the Bucks last Sunday. He impersonated Rivers by using […]

When it comes to the Chicago Bulls, a huge focus this year will be on Josh Giddey. For obvious reasons, he signed a four-year $100 million contract that makes him the guy they want to build around for the future. The culminating point of a longstanding stalemate that plagued the summer. Then of course, there […]

Back in February, the Chicago Bulls shocked the basketball world by announcing they were trading Zach LaVine to the Sacramento Kings. As part of that three-way trade, the Bulls snatched up guard Tre Jones. On the one hand, the Bulls gave up a highly effective offensive player. However, on the other hand, they are looking […]

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. The simple reason is that […]

During this preseason, Chicago Bulls leading scorer Coby White was out with a calf injury. On Monday, he and the organization received some good news. While he will likely not suit up for the remainder of the preseason, White is expected to be ready for opening night, per CBS Sports.  According to K.C. Johnson of […]

The Chicago Bulls’ dynasty in the 1990s was among the greatest displays of dominance in the history of team sports. Led by Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen, there were other Chicago legends that contributed in huge ways to the story of this franchise. So who are the greatest Bulls players ever? Let’s rank them 1 […]

Recently, rumors have been circulating about the Chicago Bulls’ potential interest in trading veteran center Nikola Vucevic. The latest name being floated around as a possible replacement is Philadelphia 76ers 31-year-old big man Joel Embiid. According to Andrew Hanlon of Pippen Ain’t Easy, a potential trade of Vucevic for Embiid would shake up the NBA. […]

On Thursday night, the Chicago Bulls hosted the Cleveland Cavaliers for their second preseason game in a rematch of their exhibition contest back on Tuesday. Despite being two division rivals, the two teams clearly have a good working relationship. This was evident in how they managed to strike a trade this past offseason, with the […]

Former NBA guard Nate Robinson has been out of the league for 10 years, but he still has one of the most inspiring stories in basketball history. The 5-foot-9, 180-pounder is one of the few players of his size to succeed at the highest level, and he’s one of the best NBA Slam Dunk Contest […]

On Wednesday, the prediction that Coby White wouldn’t play in the Bulls’ preseason opener came true. However, something bigger appears to be at play. Ultimately, the Bulls may look to do two things. First, lead White down the path to return in time for the regular season start after dealing with a calf strain. Second, […]

As usual, Isaac Okoro was greeted by cheers at Rocket Arena and a big hug from Moondog. As usual, Lonzo Ball shared a laugh with Billy Donovan during a break in the action. But instead of pulling up in the Cleveland Cavaliers’ player garage, Okoro rode a bus and had a shorter walk to the […]

The Chicago Bulls main order of business this offseason was re-signing restricted free agent Josh Giddey, which they were able to do. Now they head into the 2025-26 season as a team that has some intriguing young players in place, with a firm direction finally in place. As training camp has gotten underway, the Bulls […]

The Chicago Bulls had an interesting summer as they tried to improve the roster. Chicago finally ended a long contract standoff with Josh Giddey after the guard held out for a longer deal. The Australian guard played well with Coby White down the stretch of the season. He is a key piece for the Bulls […]

It remains up in the air as to what Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic will end up. Vucevic, 34, retired from the Eurobasket tournament, but is entering his 15th season in the NBA.  Additionally, rumors persist that Vucevic may be traded away to another team. On Tuesday, just before the Bulls take on the Cavaliers […]

This is not the way Chicago Bulls guard Coby White wanted to start the preseason. First, he is being limited in training camp due to a calf strain he sustained over the summer. As a result, he is taking it slowly before the regular season starts. On Monday, Bulls coach Billy Donovan officially confirmed that […]

A month ago, Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic decided to retire from the Eurobasket tournament. This time around, he is in the final year of his three-year $60 million contract with the Bulls. As a result, his future in basketball remains unknown. Vucevic, 34, ultimately said the decision to step away from international basketball was […]

On Wednesday, the Chicago Bulls got concerning news about Patrick Williams after he injured his ankle during training camp. At week’s end, a sigh of relief came through the team about Williams’ status, per Grant Mona of Sports Illustrated.  It turns out that Williams planted his foot on the wrong day and had to leave […]

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. Something that the Bulls personnel made clear during the week of training camp began, per Mark Inabinett of AL.com. “Among other skill sets, he […]

As the NBA season gets closer, Chicago Bulls forward Patrick Williams may lose his place on the roster. Plagued by inconsistency and injury, Williams has perhaps one more go of it. On Wednesday, his chances of hitting the floor were drastically hampered when he injured his knee during training camp, per K.C. Johnson of Chicago […]

After a grueling stalemate in the offseason, Chicago Bulls star Josh Giddey agreed to a four-year $100 million contract. That will inevitably bring on heightened expectations about whether he is worthy of that kind of money. It was the elephant in the room during Bulls Media Day on Monday. However, Giddey made it clear that […]

For the last few years, the Chicago Bulls have been caught in the hamster wheel. In other words, feeling trapped. However, with the new season approaching, the Bulls are looking to get back to form.  A place where, at the very least, they could contend for the playoffs while developing a group of young talent […]

Just to be clear, Coby White will suit up for the Chicago Bulls. Contrary to reports that White will possibly be traded to the Houston Rockets. Nevertheless, White, 25, will not be hitting the floor for preseason due to a calf strain he sustained in August, per Toran Flores of The Sporting News. As a […]