While the Chicago Bulls may not have their sights set on the NBA Draft and instead seem infatuated with a postseason appearance, there is assuredly a sizable portion of the fanbase looking ahead to the possibility of adding a shiny new prize from the loaded 2026 draft class.
As it stands, the Bulls are tied with the Memphis Grizzlies for 13th in draft positioning, with both teams sitting at 15–17. As a result, Chicago is projected to select a lottery prospect for the third consecutive season, which isn’t necessarily the worst outcome. However, looking ahead to 2026, the stakes rise considerably.