Chicago Bulls enter rebuilding phase for 2026-27 season

The Chicago Bulls are entering a rebuilding phase for the 2026-2027 NBA season under new leadership, including front office executive Bryson Graham and head coach Tiago Splitter.

Key focus areas for the team include the development of young talent, specifically rookie Caleb Wilson. The 20-year-old forward, drafted fourth overall out of North Carolina, is projected as a potential scoring leader if he develops his three-point shooting. Other notable additions to the roster include guard Norman Powell and center Nic Claxton, though depth concerns remain due to injuries to players like Zach Collins.

Defensive improvement is a primary goal for the squad after ranking 28th in the league in points allowed last season. The team is scheduled to open its regular season on October 21 against Toronto.