# Chicago Bulls roster transition and outlook

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> Updated: 2026-09-04T19:00:19.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

The Chicago Bulls are undergoing a roster transition ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season under new head coach Tiago Splitter.

Veteran guard Norman Powell, who signed a two-year, $44 million contract, described the team as having high variance, noting, “We have the potential to be really good. But we also have the potential to be really bad.” Powell expressed a goal to instill a competitive mentality in a roster focused on youth development, specifically regarding the No. 4 overall draft pick, Caleb Wilson.

Following further roster adjustments, including the trade acquisition of Nic Claxton from the Brooklyn Nets, guard Josh Giddey expressed confidence in the team’s ability to compete for an Eastern Conference playoff spot. Giddey highlighted the combination of experienced veterans and young players, such as Wilson and Matas Buzelis, as a key factor in the team’s strategy.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-04: Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey expresses playoff confidence

Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey believes the team's mix of veterans and young talent, including Caleb Wilson and Norman Powell, makes them contenders for an Eastern Conference playoff spot.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chicago-bulls-guard-josh-giddey-expresses-playoff-confidence

### 2026-08-10: Norman Powell assesses Chicago Bulls' potential for upcoming season

Chicago Bulls veteran Norman Powell expressed mixed outlooks for the 2026-27 season, stating the team has the potential to be “really good” or “really bad” as they undergo a youth movement.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/norman-powell-assesses-chicago-bulls-potential-for-upcoming-season

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