“He Looks Better Than AJ Dybantsa NGL”: NBA World Hails Caleb Wilson After Rookie Shows Potential in Clash vs. Nuggets

Caleb Wilson showed off his potential in the Bulls' 128-133 loss to the Nuggets in a preseason game on Sunday.

By Avi Shravan · Sportskeeda

Published: Monday, 12 October 2026 at 6:30 PM

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NBA fans praised rookie Caleb Wilson after his strong preseason showing against the Nuggets, drawing comparisons to AJ Dybantsa.
The Denver Nuggets defeated the Chicago Bulls 133-128 in Sunday's preseason contest.
Wilson recorded 17 points, four rebounds, and five assists while shooting 6-for-10 from the field.

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Chicago Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson drew strong praise from NBA fans online after an impressive preseason showing against the Denver Nuggets on Sunday. Wilson finished with 17 points, four rebounds, and five assists in Chicago's 133-128 loss, sparking viral social media reactions that compared him favorably to fellow rookie AJ Dybantsa following a buzzer-beating 3-pointer.

Selected fourth overall in the 2026 draft out of North Carolina, Wilson previously posted 15 and 21 points in his first two preseason appearances. Bulls veteran center Jalen Smith also commended the young forward's boldness and drive in practice ahead of Chicago's upcoming preseason matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks.

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