The Chicago Bulls enter this season in a state of flux. Contract uncertainties around key veterans like Josh Giddey and a roster in transition mean expectations are tempered. At the same time, the spotlight is shifting towards young talent like Matas Buzelis, with Noa Essengue also joining this year as the 12th pick of the 2025 Draft.

The biggest question isn’t just how the youngsters develop: it’s whether the Bulls can keep Giddey while nurturing Buzelis and Noa Essengue. This season could reveal whether Chicago bets on immediate talent or the next generation.

As Trey Kerby put it on Kevin O’Connor’s podcast: “ The main thing I want to see from the Bulls this year is a step forward for Matas Buzelis… He showed himself to be a really solid defensive playmaker, a really good play finishe

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