Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Tyrese Maxey and why are the Bulls interested in him?
Tyrese Maxey is an 18-year-old freshman shooting guard at Kentucky standing 6'3". The Bulls are reportedly eyeing him as a potential 2020 NBA Draft pick, with The Athletic's Sam Vecenie suggesting Chicago could be targeting the Wildcat guard.
What are Tyrese Maxey's stats at Kentucky this season?
Maxey is averaging 13.7 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game while playing nearly 33 minutes a night. He shoots 44 percent from the field but only 29.9 percent from three-point range.
What record did Maxey set in his very first college game?
Maxey scored 26 points against Michigan State in his debut, which is the most points ever scored by a Kentucky freshman in their first appearance.
How do the Bulls look heading into the 2020 NBA Draft lottery?
The Bulls currently have the ninth-worst record in the NBA and are unlikely to make the playoffs under Jim Boylen. That makes them a probable lottery team heading into the 2020 NBA Draft.
How does Maxey perform against ranked opponents compared to his overall stats?
In his three games against ranked opponents, Maxey averages 22.7 points and shoots 46.5 percent from three, which is a big jump from his season-long 29.9 percent from beyond the arc.