Matas Buzelis's tantalizing dream will transform the Bulls

Sep 29, 2025; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls forward Matas Buzelis (14) poses for photos during Chicago Bulls Media Day. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images | David Banks-Imagn ImagesMatas Buzelis is the closest thing the Bulls have to a potential superstar; it was on clear display in bursts and flashes last season. But it won't be an improvement in ball handling, playmaking or 3-point shooting that will help him make the Bulls a winning team again -- it will be his desire to become an all-NBA caliber defender.

The freshly paid Josh Giddey is arguably the team's most important player. Head coach Billy Donovan wants to run, run and run some more at every opportunity, and Giddey is his…