Did The Bulls Do Enough in The 2026 Draft? | Biggest Needs Still Left For Team

The 2026 NBA Draft is complete, and it's time to grade every move the Chicago Bulls made. 🐂🔥

Haize & pat The Desinger break down Bryson Graham's first draft running the Bulls, evaluating whether Chicago successfully laid the foundation for its rebuild by selecting Caleb Wilson and Dailyn Swain, while also making the controversial decision to trade away both of its second-round picks.

🏀 How does Caleb Wilson project as the Bulls' future cornerstone?

🏀 What grade does Dailyn Swain earn after being selected at No. 15?

🏀 Was moving both second-round picks the right long-term strategy?

🏀 Did Bryson Graham maximize the value of Chicago's draft assets?

The Bulls weren't finished after draft night. Chicago quickly added Tobe Awaka and Jaylin Sellers on two-way contracts, giving the organization two intriguing undrafted free agents with opportunities to compete for future roster spots. Haize breaks down each player's strengths, developmental upside, and what they could eventually bring to the Bulls.

Plus, with the draft now behind them, attention turns to the offseason. What are the biggest remaining needs on Chicago's roster? Should the front office prioritize adding a starting-caliber center, more three-point shooting, veteran leadership, wing depth, or defensive versatility? Haize & Pat examine where the Bulls still have work to do before the 2026-27 season begins.

🏀 On Today's Episode:

⭐ Grading Caleb Wilson's selection

⭐ Grading Dailyn Swain's selection

⭐ Was trading both second-round picks the right move?

⭐ Breaking down Tobe Awaka & Jaylin Sellers as two-way signings

⭐ The Bulls' biggest roster needs after the draft

⭐ What's next for Bryson Graham and Tiago Splitter this offseason

The draft may be over, but the Bulls' rebuild is just getting started. Free agency, trades, and Summer League are right around the corner, and Chicago still has plenty of opportunities to strengthen its roster.

🎙️ Tune in to Locked on Bulls as the guys grades every draft move, evaluate the newest Bulls, and breaks down what's still left to accomplish this offseason.

.🎙️ Tune in as Haize and Pat break down the latest rumors, draft targets, and what could be a very active draft night for the Chicago Bulls.

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