Nikola Vućovic addressed buyout chatter head-on, telling Basket USA that the Bulls’ front office made clear there was no truth to rumors and that he intends to stay in Chicago to chase a title. His ongoing durability and steady production position him as the Bulls’ floor‑raising anchor as they lean into a younger core without sacrificing competitiveness.

Bulls Fest, front-and-center this weekend at the United Center, is a wide‑open basketball celebration designed to grow Chicago’s next generation. Highlights include a 3‑on‑3 tournament with a $4,000 elite division prize, more than 50 outdoor courts, 13 youth clinics, and an Art of the Game showcase inside the atrium featuring local artists. The event also plugs into the Bulls’ broader mission of community engagement and youth development, with alumni presence and fan experiences augmenting the game day vibe.

The reddraft chatter around last year’s class centers on Matas Buzelis and Reed Shepard, with pundits pegging Buzelis as a potential top‑five pick in a fresh look at the 2024 class and Shepard’s Rockets stint keeping him squarely in the conversation for early rounds. The discussion underscores Bulls’ prioritization of size, shooting, and versatility in a young roster, while also highlighting how development paths and team fit can shape long‑term value in fantasy and real‑world play.