Chicago Bulls, Buzelis and Rookie of the Year

Could the Chicago Bulls’ Matas Buzelis earn a place in the Rookie of the Year conversation?
I could definitely make a run for it,” Matas Buzelis said of the Rookie of the Year Award. He’s getting more starts in the wake of the Zach LaVine trade.
Chicago Bulls: Kevin Durant has strong words for rookie Matas Buzelis after Suns game
Like against the New York Knicks on Thursday, the Chicago Bulls played close against a talented Phoenix Suns, but they could not pull out a win in a 121-117 finish in front of 21,116 fans at the United Center on Saturday.
Bulls rookie Matas Buzelis not shy about chasing Rookie of the Year
Buzelis feels like the ROY race is still there for the taking, but he also knows that winning games will bring more of a spotlight on him. In case he forgets that, coach Billy Donovan will give him daily reminders.
Chicago Bulls’ Matas Buzelis is chasing history — and a never-before-seen dunk — on All-Star weekend
When Chicago Bulls rookie Matas Buzelis made his debut Saturday in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest during All-Star weekend in San Francisco, the pressure was a little different.
Bulls' Carmelo Anthony gives high praise to rookie Matas Buzelis: 'He is talented'
Bulls forward Matas Buzelis has had a productive rookie campaign, and the 11th pick recently earned praise from Hall of Fame finalist Carmelo Anthony.
Kevin Durant's Strong Statement on Chicago Bulls Rookie
Following the game, Suns superstar Kevin Durant gave his props to the Bulls standout rookie. "I like Matas," Durant said. "I liked him when he was with G League Ignite. He's long, athletic, can shoot it. He's definitely going to have some bumps and bruises as he gets through his first few years in the league trying to figure things out."
Chicago Bulls: Carmelo Anthony Makes Bold Claim About Matas Buzelis
Matas Buzelis' performances have caught the eye lately. The Chicago Bulls rookie has made 53 appearances in his debut campaign and is growing into a consistent performer. Buzelis, the 11th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, is proving that he has the potential to be a future star in the Windy City.
Matas Buzelis is ‘confident’, entering the Rookie of the Year race
A sleeper in the season-long chase of the NBA Rookie of the Year award, Lithuanian Matas Buzelis is suddenly looking good
Matas Buzelis Looks Like A Cornerstone Player For The Bulls
Matas Buzelis is developing nicely in his rookie year with the Chicago Bulls. Ben Pfeifer breaks down how he excels and where he can grow.
Matas Buzelis Is Bringing Chicago Bulls Hope
After trading Zach LaVine to the Sacramento Kings at this year’s trade deadline, the Chicago Bulls have committed to a rebuild. They’ve floated in mediocrity fo
Sweet summer child Matas Buzelis thinks he's ready to make a run at Rookie of the Year
The Chicago Bulls could look to take home one award they haven't seen since 2009, but rookie Matas Buzelis has lots of ground to make up in the next two months.
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