Chicago Bulls could trade up from No. 15 in upcoming NBA draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
The Chicago Bulls are exploring the possibility of trading up from their No. 15 pick in the upcoming NBA draft. The franchise's new executive vice president of basketball operations, Bryson Graham, may look to acquire a higher pick to secure a more prominent prospect. With a strong draft class, the team has hosted numerous players, including guards Keaton Wagler, Kingston Flemings, and Darius Acuff Jr., none of whom are expected to be available at No. 15. The Bulls could aim for a smaller trade or a significant move into the top 10, depending on the market conditions leading up to the draft.
- •Bulls hold No. 15 pick but may aim higher in draft.
- •Bryson Graham emphasizes patience but could be aggressive.
- •Top prospects include Caleb Wilson, Darryn Peterson, and Cameron Boozer.
- •Bulls hosted over 20 players for workouts recently.
- •Potential trade talks include targeting sliding players as draft approaches.
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Can Chicago Bulls trade up from No. 15? A big swing unlikely — but they could snag a sliding player.
"The No. 4 pick is drawing all the buzz in Chicago this week. But for a young Bulls front office, the No. 15 pick could create the biggest stir — especially if new executive vice president of basketball operations Bryson Graham tries to trade up for something better. The Bulls are widely expected to use the No. 4 pick Tuesday night on whichever of the consensus top-four prospects remains on the ...
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