Bulls select Caleb Wilson and Dailyn Swain in NBA draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 4:16 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
The Chicago Bulls selected Caleb Wilson and Dailyn Swain in the first round of the NBA draft on June 23, 2026, marking the first draft for new executive vice president Bryson Graham. Wilson, a 6-foot-9 forward from North Carolina, was chosen at No. 4, while Swain, a 6-7 guard from Texas, went at No. 15. Graham emphasized the importance of defensive versatility as the Bulls aim to establish a team identity following a 31-51 season and a fourth consecutive playoff miss. The Bulls also recently acquired Nic Claxton in a trade and hired Tiago Splitter as head coach. They hold two additional second-round draft picks.
- •Bulls pick Caleb Wilson and Dailyn Swain in first round of draft.
- •Wilson averaged 19.8 points and 9.4 rebounds before injuries cut his season short.
- •Swain averaged 17.3 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 3.6 assists last season.
- •Bulls missed playoffs for the fourth straight year with a 31-51 record.
- •Bryson Graham emphasizes defensive skills for players' development and team future.
- 4:16 PMYahoo Sports — NBA draft provides another look at Bryson Graham's vision for the rebuilding Chicago Bulls
"Bryson Graham took over the Chicago Bulls when he was hired as executive vice president of basketball operations in May. Chicago selected Caleb Wilson and Dailyn Swain in the first round of Graham's first draft with his new team on Tuesday night. It was part of a busy stretch for the Bulls, who reportedly acquired Nic Claxton as part of a three-team trade on Monday night.
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