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.

Jayson Tatum of the Celtics drives against Caleb Wilson of the Bulls during the first quarter Monday, Oct. 26, 2026, at TD Garden in Boston. (Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Takeaways from the Chicago Bulls’ loss to Boston Celtics, including the Caleb Wilson-Jayson Tatum matchup

October 26, 2026 at 10:29 p.m.

Aspects of Chicago Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson’s game seem to be ahead of schedule, but he remains a raw prospect at age 20.

Bulls forward Caleb Wilson lines up a free throw in the first quarter against the Wizards on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, at the United Center. (Arthur Maiorella/Chicago Tribune)

Takeaways from Chicago Bulls’ 124-120 home-opening loss, including Caleb Wilson’s 30-14 double-double

October 24, 2026 at 11:17 p.m.

Chicago Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson made his regular-season debut at the United Center on Saturday, racking up 30 points and 14 rebounds in a 124-120 loss to the Washington Wizards.

Bulls forward Caleb Wilson (8) saves the ball from going out of bounds during the second half against the Bucks on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, in Milwaukee. (Nam Y. Huh/AP)

Takeaways from the Chicago Bulls’ 1st win, including a bounce-back game from rookie Caleb Wilson

October 23, 2026 at 7:21 p.m.

Rookie Caleb Wilson scored 19 of his 21 points in the second half, helping the Chicago Bulls rally from a 15-point deficit for a 132-125 win against the Bucks on...

Bulls guard Josh Giddey shoots over the Raptors' Immanuel Quickley during the first half Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026, in Toronto. (Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press via AP)

Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey is injured — and not himself: ‘It’s going to be around all season’

October 22, 2026 at 8:41 a.m.

Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey suffered a left wrist injury in the preseason and might have to manage the pain for the rest of the regular season.

Caleb Wilson of the Bulls dunks against Allen Graves and Ja'Kobe Walter of the Raptors in the second half Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026, in Toronto. (Cole Burston/Getty Images)

Takeaways from Chicago Bulls’ 43-point loss in their season opener, including Caleb Wilson’s messy debut

October 21, 2026 at 11:09 p.m.

This was Chicago Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson’s first NBA game. It was his first time out of the country. The firsts will end eventually. The learning won’t.

Adam Amin, right, laughs alongside Stacey King before the first half of the Bulls game against the Detroit Pistons at United Center on Friday, Dec. 30, 2022 in Chicago. (Michael Blackshire/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bulls announcer Adam Amin calls 1st quarter of season opener solo in honor of Stacey King

October 21, 2026 at 7:07 p.m.

For the first quarter of Wednesday’s season opener, Chicago Bulls announcer Adam Amin was flying solo on the CHSN airwaves to honor Stacey King.

Bulls guard Norman Powell (24) drives to the basket against Timberwolves forward Isaiah Evans during a preseason game Friday, Oct. 16, 2026, at the United Center. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)

For Chicago Bulls veteran Norman Powell, rebuilding team culture will take time: ‘I’m embracing it’

October 21, 2026 at 12:18 p.m.

The Chicago Bulls are doing what they can to start on the right foot, embracing the hokey traditions necessary to bond for the long season ahead.

Bulls forward Caleb Wilson (8) celebrates after hitting a 3-pointer in the third quarter of a preseason game against the Grizzlies on Oct. 9, 2026, at the United Center. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson isn’t shying away from expectations as he makes his NBA debut tonight

October 21, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Chicago Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson is ready to make mistakes — and a strong impression — in his NBA debut against the Toronto Raptors.

Chicago Bulls forward Matas Buzelis in the first half of a preseason game Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Chicago Bulls exercise rookie options for Matas Buzelis and Noa Essengue

October 20, 2026 at 3:11 p.m.

The Chicago Bulls exercising these options guarantee the contracts of Matas Buzelis and Noa Essengue through the 2027-28 season.

Bulls forward Caleb Wilson has his knees iced in the fourth quarter against the Timberwolves in a preseason game at the United Center on Oct. 16, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)

Can the Chicago Bulls win 30 games this season? How the NBA’s new anti-tanking rules may come into play.

October 20, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

After a shift in NBA anti-tanking rules, a 30-win season could be a challenge for the Chicago Bulls.

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