Rob Dillingham may be one of the most interesting rotation questions on the Chicago Bulls roster — and Bulls fans might be counting him out too early. 👀🐂
On today’s episode of Locked On Bulls, Haize and Pat The Designer break down whether Rob Dillingham has earned a real spot in the Bulls rotation heading into the 2026-27 NBA season. With Chicago trying to balance development, structure, scoring, and defense under Tiago Splitter, Dillingham’s role could be one of the most important bench storylines to watch.
The guys discuss what Dillingham brings as a change-of-pace guard, including shot creation, downhill pressure, ball-handling, and offensive juice. But they also ask the bigger question: can he defend well enough, make consistent decisions, and earn enough trust to stay on the floor when the games matter?
Haize and Pat also look at how good the Bulls bench can actually be this season. With names like Tre Jones, Dailyn Swain, Noa Essengue, Jalen Smith, Zach Collins, Leonard Miller, Patrick Williams, and Rob Dillingham all potentially fighting for roles, Chicago has more options than in past years. But does that mean the Bulls have real depth — or just a lot of players still trying to prove they belong in consistent NBA minutes?
Plus, the guys dive into whether Jaylin Sellers has earned the Bulls’ final roster spot. Sellers has flashed enough scoring ability, confidence, and toughness to make the conversation interesting, but is he the best use of the 15th spot? Or should Bryson Graham keep that roster spot open for a veteran shooter, wing depth, or future flexibility?
Topics Include:
Has Rob Dillingham earned a Bulls rotation spot?
Are Bulls fans counting Dillingham out too much?
What Dillingham brings to Chicago’s bench
How Tiago Splitter could use Dillingham offensively
Bulls bench rotation expectations
Can Chicago’s second unit become a strength?
Jaylin Sellers’ case for the final roster spot
Should the Bulls prioritize upside or veteran help?
Final roster spot debate
Bulls 2026-27 rotation questions
The Bulls’ starting lineup will get plenty of attention, but the bench could decide how competitive this team really becomes. If Dillingham earns trust, Sellers forces the front office’s hand, and the second unit finds a real identity, Chicago may have more depth than people realize.
🎙️ Tune in to Locked On Bulls as Haize and Pat break down Rob Dillingham’s rotation case, the ceiling of the Bulls bench, and whether Jaylin Sellers has earned the final roster spot.
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