Bulls' Caleb Wilson and Matas Buzelis starting to showcase hero mode

Chicago Bulls young foundation pieces Caleb Wilson and Matas Buzelis showcased their growing chemistry despite a loss to the defending champion New York Knicks on Wednesday. Rookie forward Wilson recorded 20 points, six rebounds, and four assists, while third-year forward Buzelis added 17 points, five rebounds, and three assists while shooting 3-of-6 from beyond the arc.

Joe Cowley writes that both players demonstrated the high-level play needed to lead the Bulls' ongoing rebuild under head coach Tiago Splitter. Wilson highlighted his developing playmaking and passing ability, while Buzelis expressed confidence that their hard work and on-court connection are progressing in the right direction ahead of a matchup against the Boston Celtics.