Julia Poe

Julia is the Chicago Bulls reporter for the Chicago Tribune. She previously covered Orlando City SC and Orlando Pride for the Orlando Sentinel. A native of Kansas City, she graduated from the University of Southern California.

New Chicago Sky player Skylar Diggins answers questions during an introductory news conference at The Metropolitan on April 15, 2026, at Willis Tower. (Eileen T. Meslar/Chicago Tribune)

Veteran Skylar Diggins determined to bring high standards to Chicago Sky: ‘We’re not going to get punked’

April 15, 2026 at 4:59 p.m.

Skylar Diggins will be responsible for establishing a new culture with the Chicago Sky. "I bought into the vision," the veteran point guard said.

Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday tips the ball away from Suns forward Dillon Brooks during the first half of an NBA play-in tournament game Tuesday, April 14, 2026, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

Chicago Bulls get another 1st-round draft pick as the Portland Trail Blazers win play-in tournament game

April 15, 2026 at 10:02 a.m.

The Chicago Bulls will receive either the 15th or 16th pick in the NBA draft, depending on which team advances as the No. 8 seed in the Western Conference playoffs.

Chicago Sky forward Azurá Stevens poses for photos with fans during a draft watch party at Revolution Brewing on Monday, April 13, 2026, in Chicago. (Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune)

Azurá Stevens confident about Chicago Sky’s progress on — and off — the court in her return: ‘It’s a new era’

April 14, 2026 at 1:11 p.m.

Azurá Stevens said a new training facility and confidence in the Sky's free-agency moves drove her decision to return to Chicago.

UCLA guard Gabriela Jaquez poses with WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert after being selected No. 5 by the Chicago Sky in the first round of the WNBA draft Monday, April 13, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith)

Chicago Sky invest in their system — and culture — by drafting Gabriela Jaquez at No. 5

April 13, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

The Chicago Sky selected guard Gabriela Jaquez with the No. 5 pick in the 2026 WNBA draft, taking a swing on a member of UCLA's national championship team.

Bulls coach Billy Donovan argues a call with a referee in the second half against the Celtics on Jan. 24, 2026, at the United Center. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

‘Everything has changed’: Billy Donovan mulling future with Chicago Bulls — but plans to make a quick decision

April 13, 2026 at 11:23 a.m.

Billy Donovan will meet with Chicago Bulls ownership this week, then make a quick decision about whether he will continue as the team's coach.

Bulls forward Leonard Miller drives to the basket against Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg during the first half Sunday, April 12, 2026, in Dallas. (Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

Chicago Bulls end a 31-51 season with a blowout loss. What comes next?

April 12, 2026 at 10:13 p.m.

The Chicago Bulls had already been eliminated from playoff contention for more than two weeks. Sunday’s loss simply hammered a final nail into a season of upheaval.

Minnesota Lynx guard DiJonai Carrington moves the ball while defended by Golden State Valkyries forward Monique Billings during Game 2 in the first round of the WNBA playoffs Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025, in San Jose, Calif. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)

Tracking WNBA free agency: Chicago Sky sign DiJonai Carrington — and acquire Rickea Jackson in a trade

April 12, 2026 at 3:30 p.m.

The Chicago Sky have a lot of work to do in April during a compressed free-agency period before the WNBA draft.

Visitors tour the new practice facility for the Chicago Sky as they mark a construction milestone Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025, at the Wintrust Sports Complex in Bedford Park. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Sky to hold training camp downtown following delays to completion of new Bedford Park facility

April 11, 2026 at 2:38 p.m.

The Chicago Sky’s new training facility in Bedford Park will not be ready for the start of the season — but the team will not return to Sachs Recreation Center.

Bulls center Lachlan Olbrich exits after a 127-103 loss to the Magic on April 10, 2026, at the United Center. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bulls pull back ahead of Milwaukee Bucks in draft-lottery standings with 8th loss in 10 games

April 11, 2026 at 12:08 a.m.

The Chicago Bulls are in a tricky position. Everything comes down to the final game of the season after their loss to the Orlando Magic on Friday night.

Bulls coach Billy Donovan speaks to his team from the sideline against the Trail Blazers on Feb. 26, 2026, at the United Center. (Josh Boland/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bulls Q&A: How is Billy Donovan viewed around the league? Is Josh Giddey still in the plans?

April 10, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Will top candidates take the Chicago Bulls executive jobs with the emphasis on Billy Donovan? Is Josh Giddey still in the plans? Julia Poe answers your Chicago Bulls questions.

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