The Bulls’ path forward hinges on a blend of youth infusion and a disciplined defensive identity, as explored by a long-form chat with Bulls podcast veteran Trey Kirby. Matas Buzelis anchors the future with a blend of ball handling, self-creation, and orotund defensive potential that excites Bulls fans hoping for a Giannis-type breakout from America. Chicago’s recent focus on a faster tempo and stronger transition defense is paired with a scouting-driven outlook on working around the roster’s limits, including the trade chatter around Josh Giddey and the strategic bets on Okoro’s defensive impact. The episode carves out a between- seasons blueprint: lean into development (Buzelis, Phillips, Terry, Asen), keep an eye on free-agent dynamics, and chart the “zero to rebuild” arc while staying competitive in the short term. Fantasy managers get a through-line: monitor Buzelis’ rookie progression, track Okoro’s fit on defense, and weigh Giddey’s potential value if Chicago can land him on a favorable contract, all while weighing Kobe White’s two-way upside and Caruso’s leadership gravity in a Bulls rotation that must maximize efficiency and pace.