Chicago Bulls target No.4 draft pick and explore Mavericks trade to boost rebuild

The Chicago Bulls enter the 2026 offseason with ample cap space and two first‑round selections, including the No. 4 overall pick. Analysts suggest the team could add a third top‑15 pick by trading with the Dallas Mavericks for the No. 9 pick, offering future first‑round assets in return. Potential draft targets discussed include Michigan center Aday Mara and Arizona guard Brayden Burries, which would address the Bulls’ front‑court needs.

North Carolina forward Caleb Wilson, a likely candidate for the Bulls’ No. 4 pick, said on ESPN’s SportsCenter, “I’m a winner, I’m gonna change that culture.” Wilson’s comments echo the franchise’s historic desire to revitalize its roster ahead of the upcoming draft.