The Chicago Bulls may not be done looking for upside, and a new report from Mark Stein connects Chicago to a possible pursuit of Bennedict Mathurin. 👀🐂
On today’s episode of Locked On Bulls, Haize and Pat The Designer break down the latest Bulls rumor surrounding Bennedict Mathurin and whether he makes sense as a target for Bryson Graham’s front office. Mathurin would bring scoring upside, athleticism, rim pressure, and wing creation to a Bulls roster still trying to find the right balance around Josh Giddey, Matas Buzelis, Caleb Wilson, Nic Claxton, Norman Powell, and Dailyn Swain.
The guys discuss what a Mathurin pursuit could say about Chicago’s roster-building priorities. Are the Bulls still searching for another young scorer? Would adding Mathurin create too much overlap on the wing? And could this kind of move put even more pressure on Patrick Williams heading into the 2026-27 season?
Haize and Pat also react to the Bulls releasing their 2026 preseason schedule and what fans should watch once the new-look roster finally gets on the floor. Preseason may not count in the standings, but it will give Bulls fans their first look at Tiago Splitter’s rotations, Caleb Wilson’s role, Norman Powell’s fit, and how the young players respond in a more structured NBA setting.
Plus, the guys dive into Patrick Williams’ 2026-27 season expectations. Is this the year P-Will finally rewards the believers? Or is time running out for him to prove he belongs in the Bulls’ long-term plans? With more young talent arriving and the wing rotation getting more competitive, Williams has to show growth, consistency, defensive impact, and a clearer offensive identity.
Topics Include:
Bulls could pursue Bennedict Mathurin
What Mathurin would bring to Chicago
Would Mathurin fit the Bulls’ current roster?
Bulls release 2026 preseason schedule
First look at Tiago Splitter’s new rotation
Patrick Williams’ 2026-27 expectations
Is this P-Will’s make-or-break season?
Bulls wing depth and roster competition
Bryson Graham’s next possible upside swing
Chicago’s roster outlook before training camp
The Bulls have already reshaped the roster, but the Mathurin rumor shows Chicago may still be watching for a bigger upside opportunity. And with preseason on the way, Patrick Williams and the rest of the roster are getting closer to proving where they truly fit.
🎙️ Tune in to Locked On Bulls as Haize and Pat break down the Bennedict Mathurin rumors, the Bulls’ 2026 preseason schedule, and Patrick Williams’ expectations entering a critical season.
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