Dive into the latest Chicago Bulls buzz: Patrick Williams exits practice with an ankle scare, Josh Giddey makes his $100M deal official, Tre Jones re-signs, Kevin Huerter discusses his role, and Isaac Okoro reacts to his trade—plus more training camp notes.
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Patrick William Injury Update
The Bulls’ beat announced that Patrick Williams had to leave training camp practice early due to an ankle injury. During a scrimmage, he hurt his ankle after a jump stop, according to Billy Donovan. Fortunately, Williams managed to walk off the court without help. Williams was available for Thursday’s practice.
Tre Jones Re-Signing
Aside from Josh Giddey, Jones was another free agent re-signing the Bulls made during the offseason. Eager to return, he had no desire to play elsewhere. Negotiations were left to his agent. In 18 games as a Bull, he delivered averages of 11.5 points and 4.9 assists.
Kevin Huerter on Role and Fit
After practice, reporters asked Huerter about his role on the team and whether he would be in the starting lineup. Huerter then detailed that he trusts the coaching staff to make the best judgment, even if that means he’s coming off the bench. Donovan is not trying to pigeonhole anyone into a role and has informed the team to just play to their strengths.
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Isaac Okoro Discusses Trade
Tribune insider Julia Poe posted that Okoro was in a hot Pilates class when he was traded from Cleveland to Chicago. Upon finishing, he immediately received a call from his agent. He is now searching for a new Pilates studio.
Josh Giddey Makes it Official
In a recent Instagram post, Giddey posted a picture of his agents, management, and Artūras Karisovas as Giddey signed his $100 million deal to remain a Bull. Giddey averaged a career high in rebounds and assists in his lone season with the Bulls.
Josh Giddey Injury Update
CHSN insider K.C. Johnson reported Giddey was held out for a few contact workouts as a precaution after an ankle tweak. It is unclear if this is the same ankle he’s injured last season and during the Olympics.
Billy Donovan’s Commitment to New Playstyle
Head coach Billy Donovan told the media after Thursday’s practice that the team has improved on their defensive with drawing charges. He jokingly added the team as a whole has drawn more charges in practice than the previous season.