Matas Buzelis, Rookie of the Year

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. In case he forgets that, coach Billy Donovan will give him daily reminders.
Sweet summer child Matas Buzelis thinks he's ready to make a run at Rookie of the Year
Buzelis showed promise with the G League Ignite and made an impression in Summer League, averaging 16.4 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 2.0 steals per game. His length and defensive instincts have given the Bulls hope for his long-term upside, though his shooting consistency and off-ball awareness remain works in progress.
Could Matas Buzelis win Rookie of the Year?
Sam Smith breaks down why Buzelis has a chance to make a late run at Rookie of the Year due to his improvement this season and the increased opportunity he could have in the final 25 games this season.
Bulls' Carmelo Anthony gives high praise to rookie Matas Buzelis: 'He is talented'
Bulls forward Matas Buzelis has had a productive rookie campaign, and the 11th pick recently earned praise from Hall of Fame finalist Carmelo Anthony.
Chicago Bulls’ Matas Buzelis is chasing history — and a never-before-seen dunk — on All-Star weekend
When Chicago Bulls rookie Matas Buzelis made his debut Saturday in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest during All-Star weekend in San Francisco, the pressure was a little different.
Chicago Bulls: Carmelo Anthony Makes Bold Claim About Matas Buzelis
Matas Buzelis' performances have caught the eye lately. The Chicago Bulls rookie has made 53 appearances in his debut campaign and is growing into a consistent performer. Buzelis, the 11th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, is proving that he has the potential to be a future star in the Windy City.
Matas Buzelis Looks Like A Cornerstone Player For The Bulls
Matas Buzelis is developing nicely in his rookie year with the Chicago Bulls. Ben Pfeifer breaks down how he excels and where he can grow.
Could the Chicago Bulls’ Matas Buzelis earn a place in the Rookie of the Year conversation?
This has been a year of milestones for Chicago Bulls rookie Matas Buzelis. In a matter of months, he went from a deep rotation player to a starter on his hometown team. He earned an invitation to the NBA Slam Dunk Contest and a last-minute nod as a Rising Star during All-Star weekend.
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 he gets a chance to show off his skills. He's a bit of an underdog at 6-10, but don't tell him that.
Matas Buzelis makes a strong impression at NBA All-Star Weekend
Despite coming up short in the Slam Dunk Contest, Sam Smith writes that Matas Buzelis still wowed spectators and showed ...
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Thursday’s NBA Sleeper Picks Player Predictions: Tyrese Maxey, Donovan Mitchell, Matas Buzelis (2/20)
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Matas Buzelis makes bold 6-word declaration ahead of NBA Dunk Contest
Buzelis has had some emphatic dunks this year, but Mac McClung will not be going down without a fight. He doesn't even play ...
Let the 'iterations' continue as Bulls decide on who stays and goes
The regular season is well into the back nine, and the Bulls will be facing tough decisions this offseason as the rebuild ...