Bulls address Noa Essengue’s lack of physicality and emotions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 2:08 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
The Chicago Bulls have addressed second-year forward Noa Essengue regarding concerns about his lack of physicality on the court and his emotional responses during games. Essengue, who is yet to establish himself as a key contributor, faces scrutiny as the team’s new regime is not bound by past loyalty, having not drafted him. The organization is focusing on development, and issues related to Essengue may affect his playing time in the upcoming season. He has been warned that significant improvements are necessary for him to secure a role on the team moving forward.
- •Essengue has been spoken to about his performance and on-court demeanor.
- •The Bulls’ new regime did not draft him, affecting his standing.
- •Concerns arise about his physicality as the season approaches.
- •Team management focusing on player development and accountability.
- 2:08 PMYahoo Sports — He has been spoken to about his lack of physicality …
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