Caleb Wilson scores record 35 points in NBA Summer League debut for Bulls
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 9:26 PM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
Caleb Wilson made a significant impact during his NBA Summer League debut in Las Vegas on July 11, scoring 35 points against the Memphis Grizzlies. Despite the Chicago Bulls losing the game 97-96, Wilson's performance is noted as the unofficial highest-scoring Summer League debut in NBA history. His strong showing has generated excitement among fans as the Bulls undergo a rebuild under new head coach Tiago Splitter and executive vice president Bryson Graham. Wilson expressed disappointment over his turnovers, emphasizing his focus on team success over individual accolades.
- •Caleb Wilson scored 35 points in his Summer League debut.
- •Bulls lost to Grizzlies 97-96 in the Summer League game.
- •Wilson's debut scoring total sets an unofficial Summer League record.
- •He's part of a rebuilding effort under new coach Tiago Splitter.
- •Wilson aims to improve despite personal performance.
- 9:26 PMYahoo Sports — Caleb Wilson already proving he can be the Bulls' long-awaited hero
"Caleb Wilson is already showing he can be the Chicago Bulls' lifeline. The future is now for this franchise.
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