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Chicago Bulls Select North Carolina Star No. 4 Overall in 2026 NBA Draft: What It Means
- On Tuesday, June 23, 2026, the Chicago Bulls selected North Carolina forward Caleb Wilson with the No. 4 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft in Brooklyn.
- Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Bryson Graham targeted Wilson for his size, length, athleticism, and physicality—the precise profile Graham prioritized for the franchise's frontcourt rebuild.
- During his freshman season at North Carolina, Wilson averaged 19.8 points and 9.4 rebounds per game while shooting 57.8 percent from the field despite missing time with hand injuries.
- Chicago also acquired center Nic Claxton via a three-way trade with the Nets and Timberwolves, positioning the frontcourt with $32.5 million in remaining cap space.
- Head coach Tiago Splitter will guide the franchise's competitive resurgence in the Eastern Conference, integrating Wilson into a rebuilt roster emphasizing athleticism and versatility.
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Chicago Bulls select Caleb Wilson with No. 4 overall pick in 2026 NBA Draft
NEW YORK (WGN) — The Chicago Bulls got their man. Widely considered the pick they were predicted to make ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft, the Bulls took explosive North Carolina forward Caleb Wilson with the No. 4 overall pick. Wilson was the consensus No. 4 pick in this year's draft, according to NBA.com. He [...]
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