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Chicago Bulls Central

by The B.R.E.A.K.S Media · English · Sport

The Chicago Bulls Central Podcast hosted by Haize a lifelong Bulls fan talks about everything Bulls and NBA related.

Typical length: 23 min
Language: English

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22 min

Jordan Hawkins vs Buddy Hield Is Getting INTERESTING | Matas & Caleb Face A HUGE Test

The Chicago Bulls have three developmental questions to answer, and each one could shape how Tiago Splitter manages this young roster. On today’s Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down why Tre Jones may be more valuable to the rebuild than his own box score suggests , how Matas Buzelis and Caleb Wilson can attack Milwaukee’s size , and why Jordan Hawkins has earned a legitimate audition for a bigger role . Caleb Wilson said of Tre Jones, “I trust him with the ball,” while Tiago Splitter emphasized Jones’ speed with the second unit. Jones returned against Denver and recorded five assists…

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22 min
Caleb Wilson Just Showed A NEW Weapon + Are We Judging Noa WRONG? Claxton Could CHANGE The Defense
Caleb Wilson’s 17 points against Denver may not have been the most important part of his performance. On today’s Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down why Wilson’s ability to adjust when his three-point shot wasn’t falling could tell us much more about his offensive development. Caleb finished with 17 points on 6-of-10 shooting , including just 1-of-4 from three , but he went 5-of-6 inside the arc while also recording five assists. Instead of allowing an inconsistent jumper to eliminate him from the offense, Wilson found production through drives, midrange opportunities and other ways to…
22 min
Leonard Miller Just FORCED The Bulls’ Hand 😳🔥 + Is Giddey TOO Unselfish & Anthony Black Watch Begins
Leonard Miller isn’t just fighting for rotation minutes anymore. Now the Chicago Bulls need to find out how much OFFENSE he can actually handle. On today’s Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down Miller’s huge performance against Denver, Josh Giddey’s extremely low shot volume and a new contract situation involving Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black that could eventually become relevant to Chicago. Leonard Miller erupted for 26 points, seven rebounds and two assists in only 22 minutes , shooting 11-for-14 from the field and 4-for-6 from three in Chicago’s 133-128 loss to Denver. He has now…
26 min
Rotation Battle Is Getting REAL + Could Isaac Okoro Be MORE Important Than Another Scorer
The Chicago Bulls suddenly have a different development problem: there are more young players worth evaluating than there are meaningful minutes to go around. On today’s Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down what Tiago Splitter’s preseason rotations may be telling us about Dailyn Swain, Leonard Miller, Noa Essengue, Patrick Williams, Tobe Awaka, Jordan Hawkins and Jaylin Sellers . Against Memphis, Buddy Hield and Leonard Miller were Chicago’s first substitutes , while Patrick Williams entered 11th despite several rotation players being unavailable. Dailyn Swain has also handled reserve…
29 min
Matas Injury Update 👀🐂 + Caleb Gets The CLUTCH Shot & Leonard Miller FORCES The Issue
The Chicago Bulls lost to Memphis, but the bigger story may be what we learned about Matas Buzelis, Caleb Wilson and Leonard Miller. On today’s Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down the latest Matas injury update, Caleb Wilson receiving a real late-game opportunity and why Leonard Miller is becoming increasingly difficult for Tiago Splitter to leave out of the rotation conversation. Matas Buzelis left the Memphis game after an awkward landing caused a right ankle issue. Matas later sounded optimistic and said the Bulls were simply being smart with it, while Tiago Splitter was less…
22 min
Caleb Wilson vs Cam Boozer ROUND 2?! 👀🐂 + Norman Powell Could UNLOCK The Bulls’ Young Core
Caleb Wilson and Cameron Boozer could be headed for another matchup after their Summer League showdown, but this time the biggest story isn’t simply who scores more. On today’s Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down what Bulls fans should really watch if Wilson and Boozer share the floor again. Their Summer League matchup produced fireworks, with Caleb scoring 35 points to Boozer’s 23 . Now both rookies have their first preseason performances to build from. Caleb opened with 15 points, three rebounds and two assists , shooting 6-for-15 while going 0-for-4 from three and committing five…
23 min
Bulls Found TWO Unexpected Weapons?! 🔥 Swain & Awaka SHOCK In Preseason Opener
The Chicago Bulls’ first preseason game gave us much more than a win. It may have changed how we look at Dailyn Swain, Tobe Awaka and several players fighting for rotation minutes. On today’s Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down the biggest developments from Chicago’s preseason opener against Phoenix. First, Dailyn Swain. With Tre Jones unavailable, Swain received real ball-handling responsibility and responded with 10 points, six assists, two steals and three turnovers in 21:53 while going 3-for-3 from the field and 4-for-4 from the free-throw line. Pasted text The question now is…
21 min
BULLS WIN! Chicago Beats Suns 124-117 | Matas & Caleb’s FIRST Test Under Tiago Splitter!
THE CHICAGO BULLS START THE TIAGO SPLITTER ERA WITH A WIN! The Chicago Bulls defeated the Phoenix Suns 111-108 in their first game of the 2026 NBA preseason, and there is plenty to discuss! Join Haize on Chicago Bulls Central for a full postgame breakdown of Chicago's first preseason victory, including the performances of Matas Buzelis, Caleb Wilson, Josh Giddey, Norman Powell, and the rest of the new-look Bulls roster. Chicago faced an early 40-29 deficit but responded with a strong second and third quarter to take control of the game. 🔥 TONIGHT'S POSTGAME DISCUSSION: 🏀 Matas Buzelis: Did…
23 min
Tiago Splitter Wants Matas & Caleb To DICTATE Offense | Norman Powell Trade Package Emerges
Tiago Splitter wants Matas Buzelis and Caleb Wilson doing more than simply finishing plays. He wants them helping dictate the Chicago Bulls offense. That means this preseason becomes about more than points. Splitter specifically challenged Chicago’s young forwards to become more aggressive in controlling possessions instead of waiting for opportunities to arrive. That means creating advantages, forcing defensive reactions and making the right decision once help comes. Pasted text On today’s Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down how that should look for both players. 🔥 Can Matas attack…
23 min
Tiago Splitter Wants an 11-Man Rotation?! 👀🐂 + Claxton OUT & Patrick Williams’ LAST Chance?
Tiago Splitter wants to use a deep Chicago Bulls rotation, Nic Claxton is out for the preseason, and Patrick Williams is once again entering a season with something to prove. On today’s Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down three questions that could shape Chicago’s preseason. First, Splitter has indicated that he expects to use roughly nine to 11 players , believing the pace he wants Chicago to play makes an eight-man rotation unrealistic. That sounds good in theory, but 240 total player-minutes still have to be divided with purpose. If five starters average 30 minutes, that leaves only…
21 min
Jordan Hawkins Is AVAILABLE 👀🐂 + Matas & Caleb Could Be DANGEROUS | FACTS OR CAP: Bulls Need To Lose?
Jordan Hawkins is suddenly available, Matas Buzelis and Caleb Wilson are being asked to grow together as Chicago’s new forward pairing, and the NBA’s changing lottery rules are forcing Bulls fans to rethink what rebuilding should actually look like. On today’s Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down three major questions facing the Bulls. First, Jordan Hawkins . Memphis waived Hawkins shortly after acquiring him from New Orleans. Once he clears waivers, Chicago could potentially pursue him without surrendering trade assets. But there’s a major question: does Hawkins actually fill a need…
22 min
DON’T SLEEP On These Young Bulls 👀 Swain, Sellers & Noa Are COMING
The Chicago Bulls may have more young rotation depth than fans realize. Dailyn Swain, Jaylin Sellers and Noa Essengue are all fighting for NBA minutes, but each one has a very different pathway into Tiago Splitter’s rotation. On today’s Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down what each young Bull must prove to force his way onto the floor. First, Dailyn Swain. Summer League could hardly have gone worse statistically. Swain shot 4-for-31 from the field and 0-for-7 from three, while struggling with significant point-guard responsibilities. But training camp has reportedly looked completely…
29 min
FACTS OR CAP: Is Caleb Wilson Bulls’ Best Prospect Since MJ?!
Is Caleb Wilson really the Chicago Bulls’ best incoming prospect since Michael Jordan? And can Buddy Hield reverse his recent decline and become a dependable scorer again in Chicago? On today’s Chicago Bulls Central , Haize dives into two major Bulls debates before closing with listener voicemails. First, it’s FACTS OR CAP on Caleb Wilson. Sam Smith recently said Wilson is as good an incoming prospect as he has initially seen while making it clear he was not calling Caleb the next Michael Jordan . That creates a much more interesting debate: How does Caleb’s pre-NBA profile compare with…
22 min
Could KAT Be The Bulls’ NEXT Big Swing?! 👀🐂 + Claxton Guarding POINT GUARDS?!
Could Karl-Anthony Towns eventually become a realistic Chicago Bulls target? Could Nic Claxton actually start possessions guarding point guards? And can Tiago Splitter build an aggressive defense without Chicago constantly putting opponents on the free-throw line? On today’s Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down three major questions surrounding the Bulls’ future and the defensive identity beginning to take shape under Tiago Splitter. First, Karl-Anthony Towns . Jake Fischer’s reporting has New York and Towns apart on extension value, while Towns holds a roughly $61 million player option…
23 min
Jalen Duren’s $200M STANDOFF Could Change Bulls Future 👀 + Which Bulls Should Get PAID?!
Could Jalen Duren’s contract situation eventually change how the Chicago Bulls view their long-term center position? Could Patrick Williams find new value as a small-ball five? And which Bulls have actually earned long-term extensions? On today’s episode of Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down three roster-building questions that could shape Bryson Graham’s next phase of the rebuild. First, Jalen Duren . Detroit’s contract standoff has created an interesting future possibility, but this is NOT a report that Chicago is pursuing Duren. The Bulls angle is simple: if Duren eventually…
22 min
Training Camp Day Two: Matas & Caleb Are Already Going AT IT 😳🐂 + Splitter Gives Okoro A HUGE Role
Chicago Bulls training camp is only getting started, and Matas Buzelis, Caleb Wilson, Isaac Okoro and Noa Essengue are already giving Bulls fans plenty to talk about. On today’s episode of Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down the biggest takeaways from the latest Bulls practice availability—and the early signs that Tiago Splitter’s vision for this roster is beginning to take shape. First, Matas Buzelis and Caleb Wilson. Matas says Caleb already feels like his “brother” and “twin,” but don’t mistake that chemistry for a lack of competition. The two young forwards have already played…
23 min
Shaq Says Matas Will Be A FORCE 😳🐂 + Should Bulls WATCH Jalen Suggs?!
Shaquille O’Neal believes Matas Buzelis could become “a force to be reckoned with” in roughly two years—but what does Chicago need to accomplish before Matas gets there? And should the Bulls be monitoring Jalen Suggs if Orlando eventually shakes up its core? On today’s episode of Chicago Bulls Central , Haize dives into three major Bulls storylines that could shape both the short-term rotation and the long-term rebuild. First, we discuss Jalen Suggs . ESPN’s recent preseason reporting raised questions about whether Orlando could revisit larger roster changes if its new coaching direction…
23 min
Bryson Graham Put Bulls Roster ON NOTICE 👀 +Bulls Have Shooting OR Defense…Can Splitter Actually Find BOTH?!
Bryson Graham made one thing clear at Chicago Bulls Media Day: this roster is NOT guaranteed to stay together. So which veterans could be moved first—and will Chicago’s new development philosophy extend to Noa Essengue the same way it does to Caleb Wilson? On today’s episode of Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down three major questions surrounding the Bulls as training camp begins. First, we look at Bryson Graham’s comments about Chicago’s veterans and future roster flexibility . Graham said nobody currently feels like he is “on the chopping block,” but acknowledged that the Bulls could…
22 min
Bulls Media Day Is HERE — 5 Questions Chicago MUST Answer | Splitter’s “ORGANIZED CHAOS” Could Change EVERYTHING
Chicago Bulls Media Day is here—and the time for hypotheticals is over. On today’s episode of Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down the FIVE biggest questions Bryson Graham, Tiago Splitter and the Bulls must answer before training camp officially begins. First: Why did Chicago move on from Rob Dillingham before Splitter ever coached him? The Bulls traded the 21-year-old guard before camp, and that decision could tell us a lot about how Graham evaluates inherited players, developmental upside and roster fit. Then we get into what may be the MOST important Media Day question: What is the…
27 min
Did Bulls GIVE UP On Rob Dillingham Too Soon?! 👀 + How Buddy Hield Unlocks Matas & Caleb
Did the Chicago Bulls give up on Rob Dillingham too soon—and could Buddy Hield’s shooting actually make life significantly easier for Matas Buzelis and Caleb Wilson? On today’s episode of Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down the Bulls’ reported decision to send 21-year-old Rob Dillingham to Charlotte for veteran sharpshooter Buddy Hield and cash considerations . Dillingham averaged 9.6 points, 3.0 rebounds and 2.8 assists in 30 games with Chicago , but also shot 30% from three and carried significant questions about turnovers, defense and his pathway to minutes. Pasted text The…
11 min
Bulls TRADE Rob Dillingham For Buddy Hield! 🚨 Chicago FINALLY Adds Shooting
he Chicago Bulls are reportedly trading Rob Dillingham to the Charlotte Hornets for veteran sharpshooter Buddy Hield and cash considerations, adding another proven perimeter shooter just before training camp. theScore On this emergency episode of Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down the trade from every angle. Why did Bryson Graham decide to move on from Dillingham now? What does Buddy Hield bring to a Bulls roster built around Josh Giddey, Norman Powell, Matas Buzelis, Caleb Wilson and Nic Claxton? And could Hield’s movement shooting finally give Chicago the spacing weapon we’ve spent…
25 min
Nic Claxton Could CHANGE Everything For Bulls 👀 + 5 Players Fighting For 2 Spots
What should Chicago Bulls fans expect from Nic Claxton this season—and who is actually going to survive a loaded training-camp battle? On today’s episode of Chicago Bulls Central , Haize continues the 2026–27 player preview series with a deep dive into Nic Claxton’s first full season in Chicago and why his impact could go far beyond points per game. Claxton averaged 11.7 points, 6.9 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 1.1 blocks last season , while the episode projection has him around 12.8 points, 8.5 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.7 blocks in a larger Bulls role. Haize breaks down how Claxton can…
23 min
Caleb Wilson Wants ALL-DEFENSE 👀🐂 + The Bulls’ SECRET To Unlock Matas Buzelis
Caleb Wilson has already said he wants to become an All-Defensive First Team player—but how aggressively should the Chicago Bulls test him during his rookie season? And could Norman Powell become one of the keys to unlocking Matas Buzelis as a creator? On today’s episode of Chicago Bulls Central , Haize dives into three major Bulls development questions heading toward training camp. First, we break down Caleb Wilson’s defensive ceiling . At North Carolina, Wilson averaged 9.4 rebounds, 1.5 steals and 1.4 blocks , giving Chicago a real foundation to work with defensively. But NBA defense is a…
22 min
FOUR Bulls Make ESPN Top 100 👀🐂 + Did Bryson Graham MISS On Easy Trades?!
Are the Chicago Bulls further along in their rebuild than people realize? And did Bryson Graham miss some affordable opportunities to improve the roster this offseason? On today’s episode of Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down THREE major questions surrounding the Bulls heading into the 2026–27 season. First, FOUR Chicago Bulls made ESPN’s Top 100 player rankings : 🔥 Josh Giddey — #80 🎯 Norman Powell — #86 🌟 Matas Buzelis — #88 👀 Caleb Wilson — #97 Matas was unranked entering last season, while Caleb makes the list before even playing an NBA regular-season game. But rankings alone…
22 min
Norman Powell Wants ALL-NBA 👀 + Should Bulls Go ALL-IN For Jalen Duren?!
Norman Powell has his sights set on All-NBA—but what would it actually take for him to get there with the Chicago Bulls? And if Jalen Duren becomes available, should Chicago make him its next major investment? On today’s episode of Chicago Bulls Central , Haize dives into three major Bulls storylines heading toward the 2026–27 season. First, we break down Norman Powell’s All-NBA goal . Powell averaged 21.7 points, 3.5 rebounds and 2.5 assists last season while shooting 38% from three , and he made his first All-Star team. But making All-NBA is a much tougher challenge, especially with only…
24 min
Matas Buzelis $155M Extension?! 👀 | Jalen Smith Could Become WAY More Important Than Bulls Fans Think
Is Matas Buzelis really playing his way toward a $155 million extension? Could Caleb Wilson realistically enter the Team USA conversation by 2028? And is Jalen Smith about to become one of the most important supporting players on the Chicago Bulls? It’s time for another FACTS OR CAP edition of Chicago Bulls Central with Haize! 🔥 First, Haize breaks down why Jalen Smith’s value may go far beyond his own box-score production . Smith averaged 10.2 points and 6.7 rebounds while shooting 37.3% from three last season , and his ability to stretch the floor at center could create more space for…
23 min
Isaac Okoro’s FUTURE With Bulls Is On The Line 👀 + Splitter’s BIG Offensive Gamble
Is this Isaac Okoro’s final chance to prove he belongs with the Chicago Bulls? And could Tiago Splitter turn offensive rebounding into a major part of Chicago’s identity? On today’s episode of Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down THREE major questions surrounding the Bulls heading toward training camp and the 2026–27 NBA season. First, we dive into Isaac Okoro’s make-or-break year in Chicago . Okoro averaged 9.3 points while shooting 33% from three last season , but his defensive value could become even more important if Tiago Splitter uses him as Chicago’s primary perimeter stopper.…
25 min
Should Bulls SEND Noa Essengue To The G League?! 👀 + Tre Jones TOO Valuable To Trade?
Should the Chicago Bulls send Noa Essengue back to the G League—and could Tre Jones actually become TOO valuable for Chicago to trade? On today’s episode of Chicago Bulls Central , Haize continues breaking down the biggest questions surrounding the Bulls heading into the 2026–27 season. First, we dive into Noa Essengue’s development plan . After a difficult Summer League and an injury-shortened rookie season, Chicago has a major decision to make: should the 19-year-old forward spend meaningful time with the Windy City Bulls , or would practicing every day with Tiago Splitter and the NBA…
22 min
Leonard Miller Could Be The REAL Prize Of The Ayo Trade?! 👀🐂 + Josh Giddey’s SECRET Weapon
Could Leonard Miller eventually become the most valuable player the Chicago Bulls received in the Ayo Dosunmu trade? On today’s Chicago Bulls Central , Haize continues the Bulls player-prediction series with one of Chicago’s most intriguing young forwards. Miller averaged 11.7 points, 5.8 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 23.1 minutes during his 27 games with Chicago while shooting 55.5% from the field and 35.6% from three . The production was real — but this season brings a much different challenge. Miller must prove he can remain impactful without guaranteed touches, regular starts or a huge…
23 min
Is Rob Dillingham BREAKOUT Incoming?! Bulls Have A $8.8M Decision To Make FAST
Bleacher Report has Rob Dillingham pegged as the Chicago Bulls’ top breakout candidate for 2026–27 — but Chicago may have to make a major decision on his future before the breakout has time to fully happen. On today’s Chicago Bulls Central , Haize breaks down what a legitimate Rob Dillingham leap would actually look like after he averaged 9.6 points, 2.8 assists and 3.0 rebounds in 21.5 minutes during his 30 games with Chicago last season. The Bulls have until October 31 to decide whether to exercise Dillingham’s roughly $8.8 million fourth-year option for 2027–28 . That means training camp,…

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The Chicago Bulls Central Podcast hosted by Haize a lifelong Bulls fan talks about everything Bulls and NBA related.

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