Overview

• The Chicago Bulls ended their season with a 39-43 record and a third consecutive play-in loss to the Miami Heat, highlighting ongoing struggles to advance in the postseason.
• Executive VP Arturas Karnisovas emphasized the team's transition phase, pointing to recent trades of key veterans and a focus on youth development as part of his long-term vision.
• Karnisovas acknowledged the absence of an elite, cornerstone player but reiterated his commitment to improving the roster through the draft and free agency.
• Ownership, led by Jerry and Michael Reinsdorf, continues to support Karnisovas’s approach, despite mounting fan frustration over the team’s mediocrity.
• Key players like Coby White and Josh Giddey showed growth, but concerns remain about the Bulls’ ability to close the talent gap and compete at a higher level.