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.

Bulls forward Caleb Wilson shoots past Suns center Khaman Maluach during the second half of a preseason game, Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026, at the United Center. (AP Photo/Harry Figiel)

Takeaways from the Chicago Bulls’ preseason win, including an up-and-down night from rookie Caleb Wilson

October 7, 2026 at 11:40 p.m.

Chicago Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson played his first minutes at the United Center on Wednesday in the preseason opener.

Bulls center Nic Claxton poses for photos during media day at the United Center on Sept. 28, 2026. (Stacey Wescott/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bulls may have a size issue with centers Nix Claxton and Zach Collins sidelined to start the preseason

October 7, 2026 at 1:08 p.m.

Chicago Bulls center Nic Claxton will miss the entire preseason with a hamstring injury, while backup Zach Collins has been limited by a quadriceps injury.

Bulls guard Josh Giddey poses for photographs at media day at the United Center on Sept. 28, 2026. (Stacey Wescott/Chicago Tribune)

Josh Giddey’s ‘fresh start’ with the Chicago Bulls includes a goal not to be ‘too cute’ with his passing

October 7, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Josh Giddey wants to be a plus-value player this season, even when the Chicago Bulls are suffering the growing pains of a rebuilding season.

Bulls rookie Dailyn Swain during media day at the United Center on Sept. 28, 2026. (Stacey Wescott/Chicago Tribune)

Can rookie Dailyn Swain make the Chicago Bulls’ 10-man rotation after a forgettable summer league showing?

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

Dailyn Swain's summer league performance was disappointing. Can the Chicago Bulls rookie regain his footing before the season starts?

Bulls player Caleb Wilson (left), Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (second from left), and Bulls player Matas Buzelis (right), celebrate after a Chicago Cubs victory over the Brewers at Wrigley Field on Sept. 3, 2026. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bulls’ Matas Buzelis and Caleb Wilson are serious about competing — and their new ‘brother’ bond

October 3, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Matas Buzelis feels his partnership with Chicago Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson is already off to a strong start.

Sky coach Tyler Marsh watches the second quarter against the Fever on Aug. 8, 2026, at the United Center. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)

Tyler Marsh will remain Chicago Sky coach in 2027 despite 26-62 record over his 1st 2 seasons

October 1, 2026 at 10:20 a.m.

Change isn't coming to the Chicago Sky. Coach Tyler Marsh will return for a third season in 2027.

Bulls forward Matas Buzelis shoots a 3-pointer against the Hornets on Feb. 24, 2026, at the United Center. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Should Matas Buzelis take fewer — or more — 3-pointers for the Chicago Bulls in Year 3?

October 1, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Matas Buzelis spent the last two seasons advocating for his midrange shot. Will he get to take it more often under a new Chicago Bulls regime?

Bulls guard Norman Powell poses for photos during media day at the United Center on Sept. 28, 2026. (Stacey Wescott/Chicago Tribune)

Norman Powell’s winding road to become an NBA All-Star can be a guidepost for the rebuilding Chicago Bulls

September 30, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

As the Chicago Bulls' only free-agent signee, Norman Powell knows his role. The Bulls don’t need his 3-point shooting or facilitation. They need his expertise.

Bulls forward Caleb Wilson at media day at the United Center on Monday, Sept. 28, 2026. (Stacey Wescott/Chicago Tribune)

Rebuilding Chicago Bulls won’t keep Caleb Wilson on a short leash in his rookie season

September 29, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Player development will be key for Caleb Wilson and the Chicago Bulls in the 2026-27 season.

Chicago Bulls new head coach Tiago Splitter, right, and Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Bryson Graham, left, answer questions during the Chicago Bulls Media Day at the United Center on Sept. 28, 2026, in Chicago. (Stacey Wescott/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bulls’ Bryson Graham won’t shy away from growing pains in Year 1 of rebuild: ‘We’ve got to be patient’

September 28, 2026 at 8:02 p.m.

Winning may have to wait for the Chicago Bulls, who are focused on rebuilding around Caleb Wilson.

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