Caleb Wilson scores 35 in Las Vegas debut
PUBLISHED Jul 11, 2026, 3:03 AM ET
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LAS VEGAS — Caleb Wilson scored 35 points in his Las Vegas Summer League debut Friday, marking the highest-scoring Summer League debut since at least 2004. The Chicago Bulls' No. 4 pick shot 7-of-11 from three, added rebounds, blocks and steals, and played 33 minutes in a 97-96 game against the Grizzlies. LAS VEGAS — The performance drew attention from team evaluators and fans this week; Wilson said he has worked hard on his shooting. Cameron Boozer scored 23 points on 7-of-12 shooting in the same game, while the Bulls committed six turnovers and lost 97-96, prompting further preseason assessment of roster roles.
By James Porter | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- Last month — Caleb Wilson was selected No. 4 overall in the NBA draft.
- Friday — Wilson made his Las Vegas Summer League debut for the Chicago Bulls.
- Friday — Wilson scored 35 points, shooting 7-of-11 from three, in the game.
- Friday — Cameron Boozer scored 23 points; Bulls committed six turnovers and lost 97-96.
- After game — Reports noted Wilson's supporting stats and the debut's historical significance.
News Intelligence
- Caleb Wilson's debut performance is a promising sign for the Chicago Bulls. If you're a fan, this could mean exciting games ahead. If you're into sports betting, Wilson is a player to watch.
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Caleb Wilson and the Chicago Bulls' evaluation process benefited from his 35-point debut by providing clear evidence of offensive upside and renewed fan optimism entering preseason planning.
The Bulls' coaching staff and team evaluation process suffered scrutiny after Wilson recorded six turnovers and the Bulls lost 97-96 despite his scoring outburst.
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