Bulls select UNC star Caleb Wilson with No. 4 pick in NBA Draft
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 12:40 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
The Chicago Bulls have selected North Carolina forward Caleb Wilson with the fourth overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Wilson is recognized for his athleticism and high potential, having averaged 19.8 points and 9.4 rebounds during his freshman season at UNC. Despite suffering injuries that limited him to 24 games, he showcased his ability as an explosive scorer and defender. The Bulls, currently in a rebuild phase, aim to develop Wilson into a franchise player while he joins other prospects in enhancing the team's future.
- •Bulls select Caleb Wilson at No. 4 in the NBA Draft.
- •Wilson averaged 19.8 points and 9.4 rebounds at UNC.
- •He exhibited significant athleticism and scoring ability.
- •Injuries limited his college season to 24 games.
- •Bulls in rebuild mode, looking for future franchise players.
- 1:37 AMESPN — Bulls boost frontcourt, take UNC's Wilson at No. 4...
- 12:29 AMYahoo Sports — 2026 NBA Draft: Caleb Wilson selected fourth overall by the Chicago Bulls
- 12:29 AMYahoo Sports — NBA Draft: North Carolina forward Caleb Wilson selected 4th overall overall by Bulls
"The Bulls used the fourth overall pick on North Carolina's Caleb Wilson, considered perhaps the best athlete with one of the highest upsides in this year's draft.
"After losing one Tar Heel to Charlotte, Chicago is hoping the next one is their future franchise player.
"Caleb Wilson joins the NBA with as much upside as anyone in his draft class.
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External links- ESPNJun 24, 2026, 1:37 AMBulls boost frontcourt, take UNC's Wilson at No. 4...
The Bulls used the fourth overall pick on North Carolina's Caleb Wilson, considered perhaps the best athlete with one of the highest upsides in this year's draft.
- Yahoo SportsJun 24, 2026, 12:29 AM2026 NBA Draft: Caleb Wilson selected fourth overall by the Chicago Bulls
After losing one Tar Heel to Charlotte, Chicago is hoping the next one is their future franchise player.
- Yahoo SportsJun 24, 2026, 12:29 AMNBA Draft: North Carolina forward Caleb Wilson selected 4th overall overall by Bulls
Caleb Wilson joins the NBA with as much upside as anyone in his draft class.
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