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Caleb Wilson shines amid Bulls' struggles, joins Iverson in rookie feat

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 9:08 PM

Last updated Nov 3, 2026

Caleb Wilson shines amid Bulls' struggles, joins Iverson in rookie feat

Summary

Caleb Wilson continued his impressive start to the season for the Chicago Bulls, scoring 24 points and grabbing 7 rebounds in a 126-107 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on November 1, 2026. Despite the Bulls' poor record of 1-6, Wilson has reached milestones similar to those of basketball legend Allen Iverson, becoming one of only two players in NBA history to score over 150 points, make at least 15 three-pointers, and record over 10 steals in their first seven games. Wilson also matched Michael Jordan's record for points by a Bulls rookie in their first three games with 67 points. The Bulls will face the New York Knicks on November 3 at Madison Square Garden.

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By the Numbers

•Bulls fall to 1-6 after loss to 76ers.
•Wilson posts 24 points, 7 rebounds in the game.
•He joins Iverson as only players with 150+ points and more in first seven games.
•Wilson ties Jordan for Bulls rookie scoring record in first three games.
•Next game for the Bulls is against the Knicks on November 3.

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9:08 PMYahoo Sports — Caleb Wilson joins Allen Iverson in unique rookie category

What they're saying

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The struggle is very real for the Chicago Bulls, but Caleb Wilson is thriving . Chicago is 1-6 and coming off a loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, 126-107, on Monday. However, Wilson finished with 24 points and 7 rebounds. As a result, Wilson once again found himself in the same company as a legend of the game, this time Allen Iverson, per Novig. He […] The post Caleb Wilson joins Allen Iverson in unique rookie category appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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