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NBA Fans React to Chicago Bulls' Controversial Roster Move

The Chicago Bulls have made a roster decision

Joey Linn

Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan looks on against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Smoothie King Center.
Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan looks on against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Smoothie King Center. / Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
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While the Chicago Bulls are amid a rebuild, they are still trying to remain competitive. With a 3-3 record through their first six games, the Bulls have been a tougher opponent than some expected. 

Chicago’s three wins have come over the Milwaukee Bucks, Memphis Grizzlies, and Orlando Magic. All three of these teams expect to be in the playoffs, making the victories more impressive for the Bulls.

Trying to find that balance between remaining competitive and developing their youth, the Bulls made a very controversial roster decision on Saturday.

Via Bulls: “Roster Update: Matas Buzelis has been assigned to the @WindyCityBulls.”

Buzelis was selected 11th overall by Chicago in the 2024 NBA draft. Wanting to see their first round pick get an extended opportunity at the NBA level, Bulls fans have been reacting to this move.

Via @AsteadWH: "Come onnnnnnn"

Via @chisportsross: " #FREEMATAS (he’ll actually be able to play so this is a good thing)"

Via @___lovelani: "Deserved more opportunity"

Via @braywopp: "let him develop in the league it’s not like we a contender"

Via @CapiTanceTV: "I could see if the WCB had a game this weekend but they dont play until the 8th. Maybe some extra practice sessions?"

Via @artnkicks: "Here y'all go again. Last year it was Dalen, now Matas...play the young guys please. We are not a playoff team. Let them get experience"

Buzelis is one of several NBA rookies to be assigned to the G League recently, as that season is now right around the corner.

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Joey Linn
JOEY LINN

Joey Linn is a credentialed writer covering the NBA for Sports Illustrated's FanNation. Covering the LA Clippers independently in 2018, then for Fansided and 213Hoops from 2019-2021, Joey joined Sports Illustrated's FanNation to cover the Clippers after the 2020-21 season. Graduating from Biola University in 2022 with a Communication Studies degree, Joey served as Biola's play-by-play announcer for their basketball, baseball, softball, and soccer teams during his time in school. Joey's work on Biola's broadcasts, combined with his excellence in the classroom, earned him the Outstanding Communication Studies Student of the year award in 2022. Joey covers the NBA full-time across multiple platforms, primarily serving as a credentialed Clippers beat writer.

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