Bulls struggle with rebounding issues in loss to Celtics
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 6:40 PM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026
The Chicago Bulls fell to the Boston Celtics 125-111 on November 1, 2026. Despite ranking 10th in total rebounds per game, the team is among the bottom third in rebounding percentages. Coach Tiago Splitter emphasized the need for better effort to control the glass after they gave up too many second-chance points. Junior Giddey is adjusting to a new rebounding scheme that requires boxing out rather than chasing the ball. Splitter and player Norman Powell both stressed the need for immediate improvements ahead of the next game.
- •Bulls rank 10th in total rebounds per game.
- •Team struggles with rebounding percentages.
- •Loss to Celtics highlighted issues with second-chance points.
- •Junior Giddey adjusting to a new rebounding approach.
- •Immediate improvements expected before next game.
- 6:40 PMYahoo Sports — Bulls’ Rebuild Hides A Surprising Rebound Edge
- 5:44 PMYahoo Sports — Bulls Rebounding Fix Is Failing Splitter’s Test Now
"The Chicago Bulls rank 10th in rebounds but struggle with percentages. Coach Tiago Splitter wants more effort, and players admit the old ways are gone.
"Chicago sits at 1-5 but ranks 10th in offensive rebounding. This stat reveals the only bright spot in a roster tear-down that has left fans stunned.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsNov 1, 2026, 6:40 PMBulls’ Rebuild Hides A Surprising Rebound Edge
Chicago sits at 1-5 but ranks 10th in offensive rebounding. This stat reveals the only bright spot in a roster tear-down that has left fans stunned.
- Yahoo SportsNov 1, 2026, 5:44 PMBulls Rebounding Fix Is Failing Splitter’s Test Now
The Chicago Bulls rank 10th in rebounds but struggle with percentages. Coach Tiago Splitter wants more effort, and players admit the old ways are gone.
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