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By Anne Erickson
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For the first time in a very long time, things are looking up when it comes to basketball in the Windy City.
The Chicago Bulls needed something really big to change. For years, the franchise has been stuck in the middle, never quite bad enough to fully rebuild and never good enough to seriously challenge the teams in the East.
That made drafting Caleb Wilson with the No. 4 pick feel like a major opportunity. Wilson brings something the Bulls have been missing: excitement.
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The former North Carolina standout plays with confidence, athleticism and the kind of energy that can completely change the feel of a team. Chicago's new management and coaching staff are hoping he can become the catalyst that finally moves the franchise in a different direction.
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The fit with Matas Buzelis is extra interesting. The Bulls now have two young forwards who can push the pace and create highlight moments. Add Josh Giddey into the mix, and there should be plenty of opportunities for Wilson to make an immediate impact in the open floor.
Those unique connections could become must-watch moments.
Of course, there's still work to do. Wilson has plenty of talent, but like many young players, his shooting will be one of the biggest things to watch. The same goes for Dailyn Swain, the Texas forward Chicago selected with the No. 15 pick. Both players bring versatility and athleticism, but becoming reliable shooters will determine how easily they fit into the modern NBA.
That question becomes even more important after the Bulls added Nic Claxton. Chicago has a lot of intriguing pieces now, but putting them together will be the challenge.
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Wilson has already raised expectations by saying he wants to be better than Michael Jordan, another North Carolina product who became a legend in Chicago. That's a massive goal, and obviously one that comes with plenty of pressure.
But the Bulls needed someone willing to dream big.
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