Bobby Portis has been turning heads since his playing time increased earlier this month.
His most recent game - in which he had 16 points and 7 rebounds in the Bulls' 102-100 win over the Pacers - drew praise from a Hall of Famer and fellow Arkansan.
Bulls legend Scottie Pippen, who is from Hamburg, Arkansas, and played at UCA, tweeted during the game that he was impressed by Portis' play.
You've got to like what @BPortistime brings to the table. Energy, toughness and an impressive set of skills. He has an edge the Bulls need.