Since Artu016bras Karnišovas and Marc Eversley took over as the Chicago Bulls’ lead decision-makers in 2020, their first-round picks have been Patrick Williams, Dalen Terry, Matas Buzelis, and, most recently, Noa Essengue.
Chicago’s draft approach: Same as always
If Karnišovas and Eversley’s preferred archetype isn’t already clear, their first-round selections help paint a pristine picture. AKME has consistently targeted raw, rangy wings whose athletic traits outweigh their pre-draft skillsets.
The decision-making duo’s gambles haven’t exactly paid off, with Buzelis perhaps the only one who has consistently flashed the ability to reach his ceiling. Williams—drafted at 18 after a ho-hum lone college season—has stalled out, posting career lows across the board in his sixth year.