Chicago Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson sets Summer League scoring record

Chicago Bulls' No. 4 overall draft pick Caleb Wilson scored 35 points on 12‑of‑21 shooting, including seven of 11 three‑pointers, in the Bulls’ 97‑96 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies at the Las Vegas NBA Summer League. The performance established an unofficial debut‑scoring record for the league. Wilson, 19, returned after a season‑ending thumb injury that kept him out of college competition for five months, and said the long‑awaited recovery allowed him to resume a daily regimen of 2,000‑2,500 shots. He emphasized team loss over personal accolades, noting six turnovers and missed free throws. Pre‑draft footage released by Bulls TV shows Wilson expressing confidence in his fit with Chicago, describing himself as “charismatic” and “energetic,” while executives praised his instincts and work ethic. The debut has generated optimism that Wilson could become a cornerstone for the rebuilding Bulls franchise.