Charles Barkley calls Bulls' Caleb Wilson the best rookie in the NBA
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 7:40 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Chicago Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson received praise from Hall of Famer Charles Barkley following his standout performance in the NBA Summer League. Wilson averaged 23.5 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 2.5 blocks per game, earning a spot on the All-Summer League first team. Barkley emphasized Wilson's versatility and athleticism, calling him the most talented player in the draft and comparing him to legends like Kevin Garnett. As Wilson prepares for the upcoming season, expectations continue to rise amid his growing fan base and the endorsements from NBA greats.
- •Caleb Wilson averaged 23.5 points in Summer League
- •Barkley praised Wilson on the Dan Patrick Show
- •Wilson earned All-Summer League first team honors
- •He was a consensus second-team All-American at North Carolina
- •Wilson has drawn comparisons to Kevin Garnett
- 7:40 PMYahoo Sports — Charles Barkley praises Bulls' Caleb Wilson as 'best rookie' in NBA
"After dazzling in the NBA Summer League earlier this month, Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson earned high praise from Hall of Famer Charles Barkley.
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