Frequently Asked Questions
What might the Chicago Bulls do with the 15th pick in the NBA draft?
The Bulls could use the 15th pick as bait to get a competitive team to trade up, potentially dangling Michigan forward Yaxel Lendeborg as the prize. They could also simply draft the best player available if someone unexpected falls to them.
Who are the Chicago Bulls expected to pick at number 4 overall?
Almost every expert believes the Bulls will select North Carolina forward Caleb Wilson with the 4th overall pick. A shocking twist would have to happen for them to go in a different direction.
Who is Yaxel Lendeborg and why do the Bulls like him?
Yaxel Lendeborg is a Michigan forward considered one of the most pro-ready players in the draft class. He can start immediately and provides a tough frontcourt presence that can rebound and play defense, making him attractive to playoff-caliber teams.
Which teams could trade up to get Yaxel Lendeborg from the Bulls?
The Oklahoma City Thunder (17th pick), San Antonio Spurs (20th), Detroit Pistons (21st), and Philadelphia 76ers (22nd) are all within striking distance of the Bulls at 15 and have needs at the forward position.
How did Bulls VP Bryson Graham acquire Nic Claxton?
Bryson Graham swiped Nic Claxton from the Brooklyn Nets as part of the Timberwolves-Nets trade centered around Julius Randle. The move showed his savvy understanding of the NBA landscape in his first offseason leading the Bulls.
Erik Lambert
I’m a football writer with more than 15 years covering the Chicago Bears. I hold a master’s degree in the Teaching of Writing from Columbia College Chicago, and my work on Sports Mockery has earned more than twenty million views. I focus on providing analysis, context, and reporting on Bears strategy, roster decisions, and team developments, and I’ve shared insight on 670 The Score, ESPN 1000, and football podcasts in the U.S. and Europe.
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