Chicago Bulls Central

Leonard Miller isn’t just fighting for rotation minutes anymore. Now the Chicago Bulls need to find out how much OFFENSE he can actually handle. On today’s Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down Miller’s huge performance against Denver, Josh Giddey’s extremely low shot volume and a new contract situation involving Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black that could eventually become relevant to Chicag...

The Chicago Bulls suddenly have a different development problem: there are more young players worth evaluating than there are meaningful minutes to go around. On today’s Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down what Tiago Splitter’s preseason rotations may be telling us about Dailyn Swain, Leonard Miller, Noa Essengue, Patrick Williams, Tobe Awaka, Jordan Hawkins and Jaylin Sellers . Against Memp...

The Chicago Bulls lost to Memphis, but the bigger story may be what we learned about Matas Buzelis, Caleb Wilson and Leonard Miller. On today’s Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down the latest Matas injury update, Caleb Wilson receiving a real late-game opportunity and why Leonard Miller is becoming increasingly difficult for Tiago Splitter to leave out of the rotation conversation. Matas Buze...

Caleb Wilson and Cameron Boozer could be headed for another matchup after their Summer League showdown, but this time the biggest story isn’t simply who scores more. On today’s Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down what Bulls fans should really watch if Wilson and Boozer share the floor again. Their Summer League matchup produced fireworks, with Caleb scoring 35 points to Boozer’s 23 . Now bot...

The Chicago Bulls’ first preseason game gave us much more than a win. It may have changed how we look at Dailyn Swain, Tobe Awaka and several players fighting for rotation minutes. On today’s Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down the biggest developments from Chicago’s preseason opener against Phoenix. First, Dailyn Swain. With Tre Jones unavailable, Swain received real ball-handling responsibi...

THE CHICAGO BULLS START THE TIAGO SPLITTER ERA WITH A WIN! The Chicago Bulls defeated the Phoenix Suns 111-108 in their first game of the 2026 NBA preseason, and there is plenty to discuss! Join Haize on Chicago Bulls Central for a full postgame breakdown of Chicago's first preseason victory, including the performances of Matas Buzelis, Caleb Wilson, Josh Giddey, Norman Powell, and the rest of...

Tiago Splitter wants Matas Buzelis and Caleb Wilson doing more than simply finishing plays. He wants them helping dictate the Chicago Bulls offense. That means this preseason becomes about more than points. Splitter specifically challenged Chicago’s young forwards to become more aggressive in controlling possessions instead of waiting for opportunities to arrive. That means creating advantages, fo...

Tiago Splitter wants to use a deep Chicago Bulls rotation, Nic Claxton is out for the preseason, and Patrick Williams is once again entering a season with something to prove. On today’s Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down three questions that could shape Chicago’s preseason. First, Splitter has indicated that he expects to use roughly nine to 11 players , believing the pace he wants Chicago...

Jordan Hawkins is suddenly available, Matas Buzelis and Caleb Wilson are being asked to grow together as Chicago’s new forward pairing, and the NBA’s changing lottery rules are forcing Bulls fans to rethink what rebuilding should actually look like. On today’s Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down three major questions facing the Bulls. First, Jordan Hawkins . Memphis waived Hawkins shortly af...

The Chicago Bulls may have more young rotation depth than fans realize. Dailyn Swain, Jaylin Sellers and Noa Essengue are all fighting for NBA minutes, but each one has a very different pathway into Tiago Splitter’s rotation. On today’s Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down what each young Bull must prove to force his way onto the floor. First, Dailyn Swain. Summer League could hardly have gone...

Is Caleb Wilson really the Chicago Bulls’ best incoming prospect since Michael Jordan? And can Buddy Hield reverse his recent decline and become a dependable scorer again in Chicago? On today’s Chicago Bulls Central , Haize dives into two major Bulls debates before closing with listener voicemails. First, it’s FACTS OR CAP on Caleb Wilson. Sam Smith recently said Wilson is as good an incoming pros...

Could Karl-Anthony Towns eventually become a realistic Chicago Bulls target? Could Nic Claxton actually start possessions guarding point guards? And can Tiago Splitter build an aggressive defense without Chicago constantly putting opponents on the free-throw line? On today’s Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down three major questions surrounding the Bulls’ future and the defensive identity beg...

Could Jalen Duren’s contract situation eventually change how the Chicago Bulls view their long-term center position? Could Patrick Williams find new value as a small-ball five? And which Bulls have actually earned long-term extensions? On today’s episode of Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down three roster-building questions that could shape Bryson Graham’s next phase of the rebuild. First, J...

Chicago Bulls training camp is only getting started, and Matas Buzelis, Caleb Wilson, Isaac Okoro and Noa Essengue are already giving Bulls fans plenty to talk about. On today’s episode of Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down the biggest takeaways from the latest Bulls practice availability—and the early signs that Tiago Splitter’s vision for this roster is beginning to take shape. First, Mata...

Shaquille O’Neal believes Matas Buzelis could become “a force to be reckoned with” in roughly two years—but what does Chicago need to accomplish before Matas gets there? And should the Bulls be monitoring Jalen Suggs if Orlando eventually shakes up its core? On today’s episode of Chicago Bulls Central , Haize dives into three major Bulls storylines that could shape both the short-term rotation and...

Bryson Graham made one thing clear at Chicago Bulls Media Day: this roster is NOT guaranteed to stay together. So which veterans could be moved first—and will Chicago’s new development philosophy extend to Noa Essengue the same way it does to Caleb Wilson? On today’s episode of Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down three major questions surrounding the Bulls as training camp begins. First, we...

Chicago Bulls Media Day is here—and the time for hypotheticals is over. On today’s episode of Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down the FIVE biggest questions Bryson Graham, Tiago Splitter and the Bulls must answer before training camp officially begins. First: Why did Chicago move on from Rob Dillingham before Splitter ever coached him? The Bulls traded the 21-year-old guard before camp, and...

Did the Chicago Bulls give up on Rob Dillingham too soon—and could Buddy Hield’s shooting actually make life significantly easier for Matas Buzelis and Caleb Wilson? On today’s episode of Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down the Bulls’ reported decision to send 21-year-old Rob Dillingham to Charlotte for veteran sharpshooter Buddy Hield and cash considerations . Dillingham averaged 9.6 points...

he Chicago Bulls are reportedly trading Rob Dillingham to the Charlotte Hornets for veteran sharpshooter Buddy Hield and cash considerations, adding another proven perimeter shooter just before training camp. theScore On this emergency episode of Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down the trade from every angle. Why did Bryson Graham decide to move on from Dillingham now? What does Buddy Hield b...

What should Chicago Bulls fans expect from Nic Claxton this season—and who is actually going to survive a loaded training-camp battle? On today’s episode of Chicago Bulls Central , Haize continues the 2026–27 player preview series with a deep dive into Nic Claxton’s first full season in Chicago and why his impact could go far beyond points per game. Claxton averaged 11.7 points, 6.9 rebounds, 3.7...

Caleb Wilson has already said he wants to become an All-Defensive First Team player—but how aggressively should the Chicago Bulls test him during his rookie season? And could Norman Powell become one of the keys to unlocking Matas Buzelis as a creator? On today’s episode of Chicago Bulls Central , Haize dives into three major Bulls development questions heading toward training camp. First, we brea...

Are the Chicago Bulls further along in their rebuild than people realize? And did Bryson Graham miss some affordable opportunities to improve the roster this offseason? On today’s episode of Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down THREE major questions surrounding the Bulls heading into the 2026–27 season. First, FOUR Chicago Bulls made ESPN’s Top 100 player rankings : 🔥 Josh Giddey — #80 🎯 No...

Norman Powell has his sights set on All-NBA—but what would it actually take for him to get there with the Chicago Bulls? And if Jalen Duren becomes available, should Chicago make him its next major investment? On today’s episode of Chicago Bulls Central , Haize dives into three major Bulls storylines heading toward the 2026–27 season. First, we break down Norman Powell’s All-NBA goal . Powell aver...

Is Matas Buzelis really playing his way toward a $155 million extension? Could Caleb Wilson realistically enter the Team USA conversation by 2028? And is Jalen Smith about to become one of the most important supporting players on the Chicago Bulls? It’s time for another FACTS OR CAP edition of Chicago Bulls Central with Haize! 🔥 First, Haize breaks down why Jalen Smith’s value may go far beyond h...

Is this Isaac Okoro’s final chance to prove he belongs with the Chicago Bulls? And could Tiago Splitter turn offensive rebounding into a major part of Chicago’s identity? On today’s episode of Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down THREE major questions surrounding the Bulls heading toward training camp and the 2026–27 NBA season. First, we dive into Isaac Okoro’s make-or-break year in Chicago...