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\ud83d\udea8 COLLINS SEXTON SHINING FOR THE BULLS: THE SURPRISE CONTRIBUTOR AMONG A CROWDED BACKCOURT AT THE TRADE DEADLINE \ud83d\udc47<\/strong><\/p>\n CHICAGO, IL \u2013 When the Chicago Bulls made moves at the 2026 NBA trade deadline, they brought in four guards: Jaden Ivey, Rob Dillingham, Anfernee Simons, and Collin Sexton.<\/strong> Each of these players had varying degrees of expectations, but as the season progresses, it\u2019s Collin Sexton<\/strong>\u2014arguably the most unheralded addition of the four\u2014who is making the strongest case to stick around in Chicago long term.<\/p>\n Ivey<\/strong>, the highly touted No. 5 pick in the 2022 draft, was expected to be a potential game-changer for the Bulls, but his development has been hindered by injury. After a strong season in 2024,<\/strong> Ivey broke his fibula, and since then, his athleticism and explosion have not quite returned to pre-injury form. Despite that, the Bulls took a gamble on Ivey, hoping that time would heal his injury and bring back his dynamic playmaking.<\/p>\n Then there\u2019s Dillingham<\/strong>, a former No. 8 overall pick, whose ability to break down defenders off the dribble is second to none on the Bulls\u2019 roster. The 20-year-old has tremendous potential but has struggled to translate that into consistent NBA minutes.<\/p>\n Anfernee Simons<\/strong>, an established scoring talent who averaged 19.2 points<\/strong> and 4.2 assists<\/strong> over the past three seasons, was another acquisition designed to bolster Chicago\u2019s offense. However, Simons has not been able to find his rhythm with his new team, and injuries have limited his impact since the trade.<\/p>\n Yet, despite these flashy names, it\u2019s Collin Sexton<\/strong>\u2014a 27-year-old guard<\/strong> on his third team in two years\u2014who is making the strongest case to remain in Chicago long-term. A lot of people assumed Sexton would simply finish out the season before moving on as an unrestricted free agent, but he has silenced those critics with his performance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Collin Sexton<\/strong>\u2019s NBA journey hasn\u2019t been smooth sailing, but his recent stretch with the Bulls shows why he was once considered a top pick in the draft. The 27-year-old was selected with the 8th overall pick in the 2018 draft<\/strong> and has steadily increased his production with each team he\u2019s been on. However, after a trade from the Cleveland Cavaliers<\/strong> to the Utah Jazz<\/strong> and eventually the Bulls, many thought his best days were behind him.<\/p>\n But since joining the Bulls on February 5<\/strong>, Sexton has been a revelation, quickly becoming one of their most important contributors. He\u2019s currently the second-leading scorer on the team<\/strong>, averaging 16.2 points per game<\/strong> in 301 minutes played. Sexton\u2019s role has been steadily increasing<\/strong>, and he\u2019s becoming a key figure in Chicago\u2019s offense, especially with Ivey and Simons sidelined<\/strong> with injuries.<\/p>\n His efficiency is impressive, particularly in his scoring and shooting percentages. Sexton is shooting 38.8 percent from three-point range on 67 attempts<\/strong>, and he\u2019s third on the team in free-throw attempts, hitting 81.1 percent<\/strong> of them. His ability to score efficiently and keep defenses honest has made him a critical part of the Bulls’ offense.<\/p>\n In his last four games<\/strong>, Sexton has been on fire, averaging 25.0 points<\/strong>, 3.0 assists<\/strong>, and 1.3 steals<\/strong>, while shooting nearly 60 percent from the field<\/strong> and a scorching 47 percent from three<\/strong> on 8.0 attempts per game. His performance in back-to-back games against the Sacramento Kings and Phoenix Suns, where he scored 28 points on 9-of-12 shooting (7-of-9 from three) and 30 points with five assists, has given the Bulls much-needed offensive production.<\/strong><\/p>\n With Sexton\u2019s impressive showing<\/strong>, the Bulls now face an important decision this offseason. As an unrestricted free agent<\/strong>, Sexton could very well test the market, and given his resurgence, he will likely demand more than the Bulls might be willing to offer. However, with his recent form, the Bulls will have to think long and hard about re-signing him<\/strong> to a deal that fits their future plans.<\/p>\n Sexton\u2019s contributions have come at a critical time for Chicago, as Jaden Ivey<\/strong> remains out with knee soreness and Simons<\/strong> has struggled to stay healthy. Sexton\u2019s ability to carry the offensive load<\/strong>, especially as a scorer, has filled a significant gap in the Bulls’ rotation. His versatility in playing off the ball while still being a dynamic creator with the ball in his hands has allowed the Bulls to maintain some offensive consistency, which has been hard to come by for the team this season.<\/p>\n As for the other trade acquisitions, Simons<\/strong>, despite his impressive track record with the Portland Trail Blazers, has been limited to just six games with the Bulls, shooting an uncharacteristically low 32.0 percent from three<\/strong>. His wrist injury has kept him sidelined since February 21, further hindering his ability to make an impact.<\/p>\n Meanwhile, Jaden Ivey<\/strong>, who had shown potential in his time with the Bulls, has only appeared in four games this season, with concerns about his knee injury growing. There\u2019s even a possibility that Ivey may not play again this season, leaving the Bulls with an unfulfilled investment in a talented young guard.<\/p>\n Lastly, Rob Dillingham<\/strong> has failed to gain significant minutes under head coach Billy Donovan<\/strong>, primarily remaining on the bench despite the Bulls\u2019 struggles. The lack of confidence from the coaching staff in Dillingham suggests that the Bulls\u2019 trade deadline decisions are continuing to backfire.<\/p>\n With so many questions surrounding the future of Ivey<\/strong>, Simons<\/strong>, and Dillingham<\/strong>, Collin Sexton\u2019s resurgence is one of the few positive developments for Chicago.<\/strong> His strong play and leadership could force the Bulls to reconsider their approach to free agency this summer. Sexton\u2019s performance over the past month will likely have a direct impact on his future with the Bulls,<\/strong> and if he continues to perform at this level, he could earn a long-term spot in Chicago.<\/p>\n In the bigger picture, the Bulls are facing difficult decisions in an offseason that will shape their future<\/strong>. Do they stick with Sexton and build around his talents, or do they let him go and move forward with their other young players?<\/strong> The next few weeks will be crucial for Sexton, the Bulls, and their franchise\u2019s direction.<\/p>\n Summary:<\/strong> \ud83d\udea8 COLLINS SEXTON SHINING FOR THE BULLS: THE SURPRISE CONTRIBUTOR AMONG A CROWDED BACKCOURT AT THE TRADE DEADLINE \ud83d\udc47 CHICAGO, IL \u2013 When the Chicago Bulls made… <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":162090,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-162086","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-nba"],"yoast_head":"\nSexton\u2019s Resurgence: A Bright Spot for Chicago<\/strong><\/h3>\n
A Crucial Decision for Chicago: Keep Sexton or Let Him Walk?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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The Bulls\u2019 Struggles and Missed Opportunities<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Collin Sexton\u2019s Future in Chicago<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Collin Sexton<\/strong> has emerged as one of the Chicago Bulls’ most valuable assets<\/strong> following the 2026 trade deadline acquisitions<\/strong>, becoming the team\u2019s second-leading scorer with impressive performances in recent games. With Jaden Ivey<\/strong> sidelined and Anfernee Simons<\/strong> dealing with injuries, Sexton\u2019s offensive spark and efficiency have been vital to the Bulls\u2019 success. As he heads toward free agency, Sexton\u2019s future in Chicago<\/strong> will depend on his continued performance and the team\u2019s ability to manage their financial flexibility moving forward.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"