Not to be hyperbolic, but the Bulls are delivering a team-history-bad season

Writer Morris Bankston argues that the Chicago Bulls are experiencing a historically poor start to their 2026-27 NBA campaign. Following a 1-7 start through eight games under head coach Tiago Splitter, the rebuilding team is currently tracking toward an abysmal 10-72 finish, raising concerns that this roster could rival the franchise's worst full-season record of 15-67 set in 2000-01.

Bankston notes that while the Bulls lead the league in pace and post high free-throw attempt rates, they rank near the bottom in both offensive and defensive efficiency. The writer highlights struggles across the roster, arguing that guard Josh Giddey's playmaking has not translated effectively, while forward Matas Buzelis faces critical development challenges alongside rookie Caleb Wilson.