Walker calls Butler a 'bad locker room guy' (0:38)
2017 ScheduleAll times ET
2017 Schedule
41-41, 4th in Central
- 3/8L 98-91
- 3/10L 115-94
- 3/12L 100-80
- 3/13W 115-109
- 3/15L 98-91
- 3/17L 112-107
- 3/18W 95-86
- 3/21L 122-120
- 3/22W 117-95
- 3/24L 117-107
- 3/26W 109-94
- 3/30W 99-93
- 4/1W 106-104
- 4/2W 117-110
- 4/4L 100-91
- 4/6W 102-90
- 4/8L 107-106
- 4/10W 122-75
- 4/12W 112-73
- 4/16W 106-102
- 4/18W 111-97
- 4/21L 104-87
- 4/23L 104-95
- 4/26L 108-97
- 4/28L 105-83
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Pelton mail: Which rookies are most ready to contribute?
Kevin Pelton's ranking of Lauri Markkanen's immediate impact matches the draft slot of the former Arizona star.
Bulls banking on Markkanen
Lauri Markkanen, the No. 7 overall pick whom the Bulls acquired in the Jimmy Butler trade, was the Pac-12's third-leading scorer among freshmen last season.
SC Featured: Markkanen is the Finnisher (6:36)
Butler begins new chapter in Minnesota (2:06)
Thibodeau says Butler is a 'perfect fit for us' (1:35)
Paxson: We've always been honest with Butler
Bulls VP John Paxson discusses the decision to trade Jimmy Butler, saying the deal was "far and away the best they've encountered in terms of defining the team's direction."
Butler: Being the face of Bulls 'means nothing'
Ex-Bulls star Jimmy Butler told the Chicago Sun-Times that being the face of the franchise isn't all that it's cracked up to be.
Butler breaks silence with heartfelt Instagram post: 'Chicago, I love you'
After being traded to the Timberwolves, Jimmy Butler shared a heartfelt Instagram post that pays tribute to his tenure in Chicago.
FiveThirtyEight: Breaking Down The Jimmy Butler Trade
The Chicago Bulls and Minnesota Timberwolves completed the biggest draft-day trade, swapping draft picks and moving Jimmy Butler to Minnesota in...
Lowe Post: Draft recap, deals done, deals to come
Zach talks to ESPN NBA Insider Brian Windhorst about the NBA draft, the deals that were made and the deals that might still come as free agency approaches.
Chris Forsberg ESPN Staff Writer
Celtics president of basketball operations Danny Ainge said he wasn't surprised to see Jimmy Butler traded on draft night. Said Celtics had "many conversations" with Chicago about him over last year but suggested there were none in recent weeks.
NBA Lockdown: Draft reaction, Butler trade, Dumars
Before a conversation with Hall of Famer Joe Dumars, Jorge Sedano, Amin Elhassan and Kevin Pelton react to the NBA draft, grade the Jimmy Butler trade and much more.
Zach Lowe: What was behind the Butler trade, and what each team does now
Zach Lowe breaks down everything that went into the blockbuster Jimmy Butler trade on draft night and the paths forward for the resurgent Timberwolves and rebuilding Bulls.
FiveThirtyEight: The Bulls Made The Right Decision But The Wrong Trade
CHICAGO -- NBA franchises fail all the time in trying to construct a team.
Gar Forman, Bulls GM
Bulls GM Gar Forman joins David Kaplan the day after the NBA draft. They talk about trading Jimmy Butler and drafting Lauri Markkanen.
NBA draft grades: Bulls earn solid marks for pick
The Jimmy Butler trade aside, Chicago did well getting Lauri Markkanen at No. 7. With Nikola Mirotic heading into free agency, the freshman fits a need.
Lauri Markkanen excited to come to Chicago
Lauri Markkanen talks with David Kaplan after being selected 7th overall in the NBA Draft by the Chicago Bulls.
Vote: What's your draft-night grade for the Bulls?
Did the Bulls make the right moves Thursday night during the NBA draft? Vote now!
Bulls executives prioritizing emotions over franchise (2:35)
Thibodeau on Wolves' deal for Jimmy Butler
Timberwolves coach Tom Thibodeau talks about Minnesota's acquisition of Jimmy Butler, being reunited with Butler, Butler's development with the Bulls, the timing of the trade and more.
Did friction with Hoiberg lead to Butler trade? (1:52)
Spain on Bulls' decision to trade Jimmy Butler
ESPN Radio's Sarah Spain shares her thoughts on the Bulls' decision to trade Jimmy Butler to the Timberwolves, Chicago's future, Butler's relationship with Fred Hoiberg and more.
Trade grades: Is Jordan Bell a steal for the Warriors?
How much can Oregon big man Jordan Bell help the defending champs? How did the Bulls do in the deal? Kevin Pelton grades the trade.
Bulls among the losers of draft night
In exchange for their star, the Bulls apparently didn't get an anchor to build around. This is going to be a long rebuilding process.
2017 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(16) | Justin Patton | C | Creighton |
| 2(8) | Jordan Bell | PF | Oregon |
2016-17 Central Standings
Team Leaders 2016-17
- Offense
- Defense
Points Per Game
Assists Per Game
Field Goal Percentage
Rebounds Per Game
Steals Per Game
Blocks Per Game
Team Stats
Points Per Game102.923rd
Rebounds Per Game46.33rd
Assists Per Game22.614th
Points Allowed102.46th
Team History
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-17 | 41 | 41 | .500 |
| 2015-16 | 42 | 40 | .512 |
| 2014-15 | 50 | 32 | .610 |
| 2013-14 | 48 | 34 | .585 |
| 2012-13 | 45 | 37 | .549 |