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NewsChicago Sun-TimesJuly 3, 2026Illinois

Chicago Bulls' New Strategy: A Breakdown of Recent Roster Moves

The Chicago Bulls, under new leadership, are executing a long-term rebuilding plan focused on draft picks and flexible player contracts. The team is prioritizing a two-year development window for young players rather than pursuing immediate, high-cost acquisitions.

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Why It Matters

The Bulls are shifting their financial and roster strategy to prioritize long-term development over short-term competitiveness, impacting the team's salary cap flexibility through 2029.

Key Facts

  • Bryson Graham is implementing a rebuilding strategy centered on draft picks and a two-year development window.
  • Norman Powell signed a two-year, $45 million contract with a team option for the second year.
  • Zach Collins received a two-year contract extension with a team option for the second year.
  • Josh Giddey has a team-friendly $25 million contract for the 2028-29 season.
  • The Bulls hold a team option on Tre Jones for the upcoming season.
  • Robert Williams signed a three-year, $44 million deal with the Portland Trail Blazers.
  • Kristaps Porzingis signed a two-year, $40 million extension with the Golden State Warriors.
  • Walker Kessler signed a four-year, $130 million deal with the Los Angeles Lakers.
  • The Charlotte Hornets acquired Naz Reid, a 2033 unprotected first-round pick, and multiple pick swaps.

Who's Mentioned

personDailyn Swain“Bulls No. 15 draft pick.”personBryson Graham“Current Bulls executive leading the team's rebuilding strategy.”personArturas Karnisovas“Former Bulls vice president of basketball operations.”personCaleb Wilson“Bulls No. 4 draft pick.”