Locked On Bulls - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Bulls

Norman Powell is not coming into Chicago with low expectations — he believes the Bulls have the ability to shock the NBA by winning games this season. 👀🐂

 

On today’s episode of Locked On Bulls, Haize and Pat The Designer react to Norman Powell’s confidence in the new-look Chicago Bulls and what his mindset could mean for a roster trying to prove it is more than just a rebuilding team with fun young talent.

 

Powell brings veteran scoring, shot-making, toughness, and playoff experience to a Bulls team featuring Josh Giddey, Matas Buzelis, Caleb Wilson, Dailyn Swain, Noa Essengue, Nic Claxton, and Tiago Splitter leading a new era in Chicago. But can the Bulls really surprise people next season, or is Powell simply doing what veterans are supposed to do — setting a winning standard early?

 

Haize and Pat also preview Game 2 of Bulls Summer League, with a major focus on what fans should expect from Caleb Wilson after his first NBA reps. What does Wilson need to show as a scorer, rebounder, defender, and decision-maker? How important is his response in game two?

 

The guys also break down expectations for Noa Essengue and Dailyn Swain, two young players Bulls fans should be watching closely. Can Noa flash more offensive confidence? Can Swain show the defensive versatility, athleticism, and feel that made Tiago Splitter and the Bulls excited about his upside?

 

Topics Include:

Norman Powell’s belief that the Bulls can shock the NBA

Can Chicago win more games than expected?

What Powell brings to the Bulls’ new culture

Caleb Wilson Game 2 Summer League expectations

What Bulls fans need to see from Wilson next

Noa Essengue’s development and Summer League role

Dailyn Swain’s upside and areas to watch

Tiago Splitter’s impact on the young core

Bulls Summer League takeaways and storylines

 

The Bulls are trying to build something real, and Powell’s confidence adds another layer to the conversation. But the future also depends on how quickly players like Caleb Wilson, Noa Essengue, and Dailyn Swain develop into pieces Chicago can trust.

 

🎙️ Tune in to Locked On Bulls as Haize and Pat break down Norman Powell’s bold belief in the Bulls, Caleb Wilson’s Game 2 expectations, and what Noa Essengue and Dailyn Swain need to show in Summer League.

 

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The Chicago Bulls are ranked 27th in post-free agency NBA power rankings, and Bulls fans have every reason to ask one question: is that fair, or is Chicago being overlooked again? 👀🐂

 

On today’s episode of Locked On Bulls, Haize and Pat The Designer react to the Bulls being placed near the bottom of the league after an offseason that brought in Caleb Wilson, Dailyn Swain, Nic Claxton, Norman Powell, and Zach Collins. Did the national view of Chicago ignore the actual roster improvements, or does the ranking expose the reality that the Bulls still have major questions?

 

The guys break down where the Bulls stand after free agency and whether Bryson Graham’s first offseason should be viewed as patient, calculated, and development-focused — or too conservative for a team that still needed more shooting, playmaking, and lineup balance.

 

Haize and Pat also debate the biggest missed opportunity of the Bulls’ offseason. Was it failing to add another proven three-point shooter? Not using the final roster spot aggressively? Not making a bigger trade? Or was the real missed opportunity not creating a clearer path toward either winning now or fully rebuilding?

 

Plus, the guys discuss Tiago Splitter being hyped for Dailyn Swain and why the rookie may be one of the most underrated storylines entering Summer League and training camp. Swain may not be getting the same attention as Caleb Wilson, but his defensive tools, size, athleticism, and developmental upside could make him a major piece in Chicago’s future.

 

The Bulls have a new front office direction, a new head coach, and a more interesting roster — but being ranked 27th shows that respect still has to be earned. Now the question is whether Chicago can prove the league wrong, or whether the concerns about this offseason are valid.

 

🎙️ Tune in to Locked On Bulls as Haize and Pat break down the Bulls’ low power ranking, the biggest missed opportunity of the offseason, and why Tiago Splitter’s belief in Dailyn Swain could matter more than fans realize.

 

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The Tiago Splitter era is officially underway, and his first Summer League practice may have already given Chicago Bulls fans a glimpse into the tone, identity, and expectations he wants to establish. 👀🐂

 

On today’s episode of Locked On Bulls, Haize and Pat The Designer react to Tiago Splitter setting the tone at the Bulls’ first Summer League practice and what that could mean for a team trying to build a new culture under a new front office and coaching staff.

 

The guys discuss whether the Bulls are forming a real team with a clear identity — or if this roster is still just a fun collection of young talent, veteran scoring, and intriguing upside. With Matas Buzelis, Caleb Wilson, Dailyn Swain, Josh Giddey, Nic Claxton, Norman Powell, and Zach Collins all part of the new-look roster, Chicago has more interesting pieces than before. But do those pieces actually fit together?

 

Haize and Pat also ask whether Bulls fans are sleeping on Dailyn Swain. The rookie may not be getting the same level of attention as Caleb Wilson, but his size, defensive tools, athleticism, and long-term upside could make him one of the more important development stories of the season.

 

Topics Include:

Tiago Splitter’s first Summer League practice tone

What Splitter’s early message says about Bulls culture

Are the Bulls building a real team identity?

Is Chicago more than just a fun collection of talent?

Dailyn Swain’s upside and possible role

Why Bulls fans should pay attention to Swain in Summer League

Caleb Wilson and the young core development track

How the new roster fits around Josh Giddey and Matas Buzelis

What expectations should be for Splitter in year one

 

The Bulls have new talent, a new coach, and a new direction — but now comes the real question: can Tiago Splitter turn interesting pieces into a team that actually makes sense?

 

🎙️ Tune in to Locked On Bulls as Haize and Pat break down Tiago Splitter’s first Summer League practice, the Bulls’ roster identity, and why Dailyn Swain may be one of the most underrated storylines in Chicago.

 

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The Chicago Bulls’ offseason is not done yet, and the next wave of storylines starts with Summer League, one open roster spot, and Matas Buzelis getting more international reps. 👀🐂

 

On today’s episode of Locked On Bulls, Haize and Pat The Designer break down the Bulls Summer League schedule and the biggest things fans should be watching once Chicago’s young players hit the floor. With rookies like Caleb Wilson and Dailyn Swain entering the spotlight, Summer League could give Bulls fans an early look at how the next phase of the roster is coming together.

 

The guys also debate whether Gary Trent Jr. should be a serious option for the Bulls’ final roster spot. Chicago still needs more three-point shooting, spacing, and reliable perimeter offense around Josh Giddey, Matas Buzelis, Caleb Wilson, Nic Claxton, and Norman Powell. Could Trent be the veteran shooter who makes the roster more balanced? Or should Bryson Graham keep that final spot open for flexibility?

 

Plus, Haize and Pat discuss Matas Buzelis playing with Lithuania in FIBA competition and why that experience could matter for his development. More reps, more responsibility, and a different style of basketball could help Matas continue building toward the Year 3 leap Bulls fans are hoping for.

 

Topics Include:

Bulls Summer League schedule preview

Biggest Summer League players to watch

Caleb Wilson and Dailyn Swain development storylines

Gary Trent Jr. as a final roster spot option

Why the Bulls still need more shooting

Should Chicago prioritize spacing or flexibility?

Matas Buzelis playing with Lithuania

How FIBA reps could help Matas’ development

Bryson Graham’s next roster decision

 

The Bulls have made major changes, but the margins still matter. Summer League could show what the young core is building, while the final roster spot could decide whether Chicago has enough shooting to make the offense work.

 

🎙️ Tune in to Locked On Bulls as Haize and Pat break down the Bulls Summer League schedule, Gary Trent Jr.’s possible fit, and what Matas Buzelis’ FIBA run could mean for his next step.

 

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Reddit

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Quo

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DoorDash

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