Caleb Wilson makes Bulls debut and does so with no shortage of bravado
Chicago Sun-Times • • sports
Key Points:
- Caleb Wilson, the Bulls' No. 4 overall pick, scored his first NBA basket in the preseason opener but sees himself as a key piece in the franchise's turnaround, aiming for more than just memorable moments.
- Wilson showcased some highlight plays, including a breakaway dunk and a reverse layup, but acknowledges he needs to improve, especially on defense, which he has been focusing on.
- The Bulls struggled with bench performance, particularly rookie Dailyn Swain's ball-handling, while starters like Norman Powell and Matas Buzelis contributed significantly in the first half.
- Coach Tiago Splitter appreciates Wilson's ambition and honesty about his goals but emphasizes that individual awards come from doing the right work, noting Wilson still has much to improve.
- Wilson graded himself a "B" for his debut, recognizing mistakes but expressing confidence in his ability to correct them moving forward.
