BULLS WIN! Chicago Beats Suns 124-117 | Matas & Caleb’s FIRST Test Under Tiago Splitter!

THE CHICAGO BULLS START THE TIAGO SPLITTER ERA WITH A WIN!

The Chicago Bulls defeated the Phoenix Suns 111-108 in their first game of the 2026 NBA preseason, and there is plenty to discuss!

Join Haize on Chicago Bulls Central for a full postgame breakdown of Chicago's first preseason victory, including the performances of Matas Buzelis, Caleb Wilson, Josh Giddey, Norman Powell, and the rest of the new-look Bulls roster.

Chicago faced an early 40-29 deficit but responded with a strong second and third quarter to take control of the game.

🔥 TONIGHT'S POSTGAME DISCUSSION:

🏀 Matas Buzelis: Did he show the offensive aggression Tiago Splitter has been demanding?

🌟 Caleb Wilson: What did we learn from the rookie's first preseason appearance?

🧠 Josh Giddey: How effectively did he organize Chicago's offense?

🔥 Norman Powell: First impressions of his role alongside the young core.

💪 Jalen Smith: How did Chicago's frontcourt respond without Nic Claxton?

⚡ Tiago Splitter's System: Did the Bulls demonstrate the pace, physicality and defensive aggression their new coach wants?

👀 Bench Rotation: Which players helped their case for regular-season minutes?