Chicago Bulls prepare for 2026 NBA Draft with multiple first-round picks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 10:52 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
The Chicago Bulls head into the 2026 NBA Draft with the fourth overall pick and the No. 15 selection acquired from Portland. This positions them to potentially accelerate their rebuilding efforts by adding young talent to their roster, which already includes Matas Buzelis and Josh Giddey. The Bulls are expected to target Caleb Wilson with the No. 4 pick while also considering players like Cameron Carr and Hannes Steinbach for the No. 15 selection. New head coach Tiago Splitter will influence player evaluations, focusing on both collegiate and international prospects. Draft night offers Chicago a chance to further bolster its roster and enhance its competitiveness in the Eastern Conference.
- •Bulls hold No. 4 and No. 15 overall picks in the draft.
- •Targets may include Caleb Wilson, Cameron Carr, and Hannes Steinbach.
- •New coach Tiago Splitter plays a key role in draft decisions.
- •Bulls aim to improve wing depth and frontcourt size.
- •Chicago explores moving up in the draft for additional prospects.
- 10:52 PMYahoo Sports — Chicago Bulls 2026 NBA Draft Preview
"The Chicago Bulls enter the 2026 NBA Draft in a position they haven’t occupied in years: armed with multiple first-round selections and a clear opportunity to accelerate their rebuild. After landing the fourth overall pick and acquiring the No. 15 selection from Portland, Chicago has the flexibility to add multiple young contributors to a core […] The post Chicago Bulls 2026 NBA Draft Preview appeared first on The Lead.
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