Matas Buzelis News, Rumors, Updates - Chicago Bulls

Full stat line Sunday Buzelis registered 18 points (8-16 FG, 2-6 3Pt), six rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal over 30 minutes during Sunday's 127-112 loss to Indiana.

Impact Buzelis provided a balanced output in his 10th start of the season, continuing to build on a promising month of February. The rookie first-rounder remains a work in progress on both ends of the floor, but the 24-37 Bulls could be inclined to allow him to stick with the starting lineup going forward. As a member of Chicago's first unit, Buzelis has averaged 12.3 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 0.8 blocks and 1.2 three-pointers in 26.8 minutes but is shooting just 25.0 percent from deep.

MARCH 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nesmith scores a career-high 27 points to lead Pacers past Bulls 127-112

Aaron Nesmith scored a career-high 27 points, Pascal Siakam added 20 and the Indiana Pacers defeated the Chicago Bulls 127-112

MARCH 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Posts solid line Buzelis notched 17 points (6-17 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds, five assists and one block in 36 minutes during Monday's 142-110 victory over the 76ers.

Impact Buzelis did not have an efficient night by any means, but his fantasy managers will be encouraged by the bump in usage -- Nikola Vucevic (calf) sat this game out and is likely day-to-day. With Patrick Williams (knee) going to miss more time, Buzelis is going to have plenty of opportunity to put up fantasy numbers. Through nine February outings, Buzelis is averaging 14.0 points, 3.2 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.0 blocks and 1.7 three-pointers.

FEBRUARY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bulls rookie Matas Buzelis not shy about chasing Rookie of the Year Buzelis feels like the ROY race is still there for the taking, but he also knows that winning games will bring more of a spotlight on him. I...

FEBRUARY 21, 2025 • SUNTIMES.COM

Chicago Bulls: Carmelo Anthony Makes Bold Claim About Matas Buzelis Carmelo Anthony has made a bold claim about Chicago Bulls rookie Matas Buzelis, as he continues to impress.

FEBRUARY 20, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Chicago Bulls' Matas Buzelis is chasing history — and a never-before-seen dunk — on All-Star weekend Matas Buzelis is living by a simple philosophy this weekend: Dunking is fun.

FEBRUARY 16, 2025 • PANTAGRAPH.COM

Buzelis can't advance past first round of dunk contest Bulls rookie Matas Buzelis might have gone a little too strong on degree of difficulty in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest. Buzelis couldn't comple...

FEBRUARY 16, 2025 • DAILYHERALD.COM

Bulls rookie Matas Buzelis struggles in All-Star slam-dunk contest Mac McClung earned perfect scores on all three of his dunks to win again

FEBRUARY 16, 2025 • SUNTIMES.COM

2025 NBA All-Star highlights: McClung goes perfect to 3-peat as Dunk Contest champ

Ahead of the highly anticipated 2025 NBA All-Star Game on Sunday, some history was made at All-Star Saturday Night.

FEBRUARY 16, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

2025 NBA All-Star highlights: McClung goes perfect to 3-peat as Dunk Contest champ

Chicago Bulls' Matas Buzelis is chasing history - and a never-before-seen dunk - on All-Star weekend CHICAGO - Matas Buzelis is living by a simple philosophy this weekend: Dunking is fun. The Chicago B...

FEBRUARY 15, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

NBA Dunk contest 2025 predictions: Why Stephon Castle will win over Mac McClung, Matas Buzelis | Sporting News Canada The Sporting News dives into the odds for the 2025 Dunk Contest at NBA All-Star weekend, analyzing the value and dishing out the best bet to...

FEBRUARY 15, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Bulls rookie Matas Buzelis ready to introduce himself in dunk contest Buzelis is turning into the lone bright spot of a very dim Bulls season, and this weekend in San Francisco he gets a chance to show off his...

FEBRUARY 14, 2025 • SUNTIMES.COM

Scores team-high 12 points Buzelis totaled 12 points (5-7 FG, 2-2 3Pt), one rebound and one assist across 19 minutes during Tuesday's 132-92 loss to the Pistons.

Impact Buzelis remained in the starting lineup, leading the Bulls with 12 points. Only two players scored double-digits as Chicago turned in arguably the worst performance by any team this season. Ignoring this game, Buzelis has been trending in the right direction of late and appears as though he is going to play upwards of 30 minutes per game moving forward.

FEBRUARY 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Continues excellent play Buzelis finished Saturday's 132-111 loss to the Warriors with 16 points (6-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal in 29 minutes.

Impact After scoring in single digits in 23 straight games, Buzelis has reached the double-digit plateau in six straight games. During that stretch, the rookie has averaged 15.0 points, 4.3 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.7 blocks in 27.2 minutes per game while shooting 62.3 percent from the field. Buzelis has drawn back-to-back starts and played at least 29 minutes in three consecutive contests.

FEBRUARY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Matas Buzelis BAITS Draymond Green into a Foul 🔥

FEBRUARY 9, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Strong performance in start Buzelis logged 14 points (4-10 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 6-9 FT), five rebounds, one assist, three blocks and two steals across 29 minutes during Wednesday's 127-108 loss to the Timberwolves.

Impact Buzelis received the first start of his career, sliding in for Lonzo Ball who was resting on the second night of a back-to-back. Having upped his production of late, Buzelis made the most of his promotion, delivering another strong two-way performance. With the Bulls positioned towards the bottom of the standings once again, the hope is that Buzelis will now be able to hold onto a significant role for the remainder of the season.

FEBRUARY 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Figuring it out: Buzelis gets first start in loss to Minnesota; Bulls extend Ball Bulls rookie Matas Buzelis scored a career-high 24 points against Miami, then got his first NBA start Wednesday at Minnesota. The starting a...

FEBRUARY 6, 2025 • DAILYHERALD.COM

First career start Wednesday Buzelis is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves.

Impact With Lonzo Ball (knee) taking a seat Wednesday. Buzelis will draw his first career start with the Bulls. The rookie forward has averaged 15.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, 1.5 blocks and 2.5 threes in 26.1 minutes over his last four games, and he's set for a boost in playing time against Minnesota.

FEBRUARY 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Perfect performance against Miami Buzelis contributed 24 points (10-10 FG, 4-4 3Pt), three rebounds and two blocks across 31 minutes off the bench during Tuesday's 133-124 win over the Heat.

Impact The 11th overall pick in the 2024 Draft set a new career scoring high while tying his previous best in made threes as part of a perfect shooting night. Rather than hitting the proverbial rookie wall, Buzelis may be getting stronger as the season progresses -- he's played 20-plus minutes in five straight games, the first time he's seen that consistent a workload, and he's turned the opportunity into 13.8 points, 4.2 boards, 2.2 threes and 1.2 blocks a contest while shooting an eye-popping 71.1 percent from the floor and 61.1 percent (11-for-18) from beyond the arc. Especially if Nikola Vucevic gets moved before Thursday's trade deadline, the 6-foot-10 Buzelis is making a strong case to get a look in the starting five for a Bulls team in need of some length up front.

FEBRUARY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Matas Buzelis leads Bulls past Heat Rookie Matas Buzelis scored a career-best 24 points on 10-for-10 shooting and Josh Giddey added 24 points to lift the host Chicago Bulls to...

FEBRUARY 5, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Matas Buzelis With A PERFECT Night vs Heat | February 4, 2025

FEBRUARY 5, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Josh Giddey, Matas Buzelis score 24 to lead the Bulls over the Heat 133-124

Rookie Matas Buzelis scored a career-best 24 points and Josh Giddey matched it to help the Chicago Bulls top the Miami Heat 133-124 on Tuesday night

FEBRUARY 5, 2025 • Associated Press

Matas Buzelis CAN'T MISS! 10-10 FG, 24 PTS vs Heat 🔥 FULL Highlights

FEBRUARY 5, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Leader off bench in defeat Buzelis posted 12 points (5-9 FG, 2-5 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist in 26 minutes during Sunday's 127-119 loss to the Pistons.

Impact Buzelis provided a spark off the Bulls bench in Sunday's contest, leading all second unit players in scoring and threes made while hauling in a trio of rebounds in a bench-leading minute total. Buzelis has connected on at least two threes in 11 outings, including in three straight contests. He has now surpassed the double-digit mark in seven appearances and in three straight outings.

FEBRUARY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Another double-digit scoring outing Buzelis totaled 12 points (4-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds and three blocks in 26 minutes during Friday's 122-106 victory over the Raptors.

Impact Zach LaVine's (personal) absence has opened up more usage on the Bulls over the past two games. Julian Phillips was also a DNP-Coach's Decision in this game, opening up some more time on the wing. Both factors have contributed to Buzelis scoring double-digit points in back-to-back games for just the second time in this rookie season, totaling 24 points, 11 rebounds and four blocks in 48 minutes. Trade rumors about LaVine and veteran center Nikola Vucevic ahead of Thursday's trade deadline make Buzelis an interesting fantasy basketball stash option. Though the rookie hasn't had many standout performances, he's been steadily racking up minutes and showing off his athleticism. Maybe the most intriguing part of Buzelis profile at the moment is his defensive upside, as he's averaging 2.2 blocks and 0.6 steals per 36 minutes. He's combining that with 14.3 points, 7.6 rebounds, 2.2 threes and 1.2 assists per 36.

FEBRUARY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Nesmith scores a career-high 27 points to lead Pacers past Bulls 127-112

2025 NBA All-Star highlights: McClung goes perfect to 3-peat as Dunk Contest champ

Josh Giddey, Matas Buzelis score 24 to lead the Bulls over the Heat 133-124