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Bulls hoping that debut whooping in Toronto was rock bottom for rebuild

Styles do indeed make the fight but the key ingredient in that statement having any truth is there has to be fight.That’s maybe the most disappointing takeaway from the opener by the Bulls: No fight.It was evident from the tip-off…

Published: Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 6:58 PM
Bulls hoping that debut whooping in Toronto was rock bottom for rebuild
Key Things to Know
  • Joe Cowley examines whether the Bulls' 135-92 opening-night blowout loss to Toronto marks rock bottom for their rebuild.
  • Bulls head coach Tiago Splitter expressed disappointment over the team's lack of fight and competitiveness after turnovers.
  • Center Nic Claxton is expected to miss several weeks of action because of a hamstring injury.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Chicago Bulls suffered a severe 135-92 blowout loss to the Toronto Raptors in their season opener on Wednesday. Head coach Tiago Splitter expressed disappointment with the squad's lack of fight and poor competitive response after committing turnovers throughout the lopsided road defeat.

Joe Cowley writes that the Bulls face significant tests of patience amid their ongoing rebuild and difficult upcoming schedule. With center Nic Claxton sidelined due to a hamstring injury and Josh Giddey dealing with a minor wrist issue, Chicago looks to rebound in their next matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks.

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