Alex Caruso recently signed a four-year, $81 million extension with the Oklahoma City Thunder, solidifying his place in their future plans. This deal comes six months after the Chicago Bulls traded their best defensive player for Josh Giddey, and serves as a stark reminder of how the Bulls undervalued Caruso. Caruso, who started his career with the Thunder organization, is known for his defensive abilities and was instrumental in bolstering the Chicago defense. The Thunder’s commitment to Caruso highlights the disparity in how the Bulls handled his departure.
The Chicago Sky made a significant coaching hire, bringing on former Oklahoma standout Courtney Paris. Paris, a WNBA champion and rebounding leader, will focus on developing the Sky’s frontcourt players Kamilla Cardoso and Angel Reese. Additionally, the Bulls coach Billy Donovan has qualified for the Naismith Hall of Fame ballot, recognizing his successful coaching career at both the college and NBA levels.
Aneesah Morrow, a former Simeon star, returned to Chicago to lead LSU to victory over UIC. Morrow, who transferred from DePaul, had a strong performance in front of a supportive crowd. The Illinois men’s basketball team bounced back into the AP Top 25 after a close game against No. 1 Tennessee.
In a match against the Boston Celtics, the Bulls set a record for the most missed 3-point attempts in a game, with a total of 75 misses. This trend of high-volume shooting from deep is likely to continue as the Bulls maintain their aggressive style of play. Looking ahead, the Bulls have upcoming games against the Hawks, Bucks, and Hornets this week.
Overall, the basketball landscape in Chicago and beyond is filled with excitement and intrigue as teams and players continue to make their mark on the court.
