Bulls draft Caleb Wilson, Bill Simmons praises his potential
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
The Chicago Bulls selected Caleb Wilson with the No. 4 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, securing a player viewed as a potential superstar. Wilson, a North Carolina product, has drawn comparisons to NBA legends after showcasing his skills during the Summer League, where he scored 35 points in his debut game. Bill Simmons described Wilson as the 'first legit Bulls star since Derrick Rose' and emphasized his excitement about the player's future. Simmons expressed strong enthusiasm for Wilson's performance and potential impact on the Bulls' franchise.
- •Bulls draft Caleb Wilson 4th overall in the 2026 NBA Draft.
- •Wilson scored 35 points in his Summer League debut.
- •Bill Simmons calls Wilson a potential superstar.
- •Simmons compares Wilson to Tracy McGrady and praises his skills.
- •Bulls look to find success after recent struggles.
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"The Chicago Bulls ended up with the No. 4 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, but it still landed them a special talent who looks like a potential superstar. North Carolina product Caleb Wilson was considered a prospect with as high a ceiling as anyone in a loaded draft that featured AJ Dybantsa (No.…
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