Bulls Lose to Raptors Despite Strong Debuts from New Arrivals

Anfernee Simons and Jaden Ivey shine, but Chicago falls 123-107 in Toronto

Feb. 5, 2026 at 10:31pm

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The Chicago Bulls lost 123-107 to the Toronto Raptors on Thursday night, despite impressive debuts from new trade acquisitions Anfernee Simons and Jaden Ivey. The CHGO Bulls crew broke down the game, discussing how the new players meshed with holdovers like Matas Buzelis and Yuki Kawamura, and speculating on the team's rotation going forward once Collin Sexton and Rob Dillingham are added to the mix.

Why it matters

The Bulls are in the midst of a rebuild, having made several trades to acquire young talent. How the new players integrate with the existing roster will be crucial as the team looks to build towards the future.

The details

Simons and Ivey, two of the Bulls' new trade acquisitions, were both in the starting lineup and played well. The CHGO Bulls crew analyzed their performance and how they fit with the rest of the team. They also discussed the potential rotation going forward, including the roles of Guerschon Yabusele and the upcoming additions of Collin Sexton and Rob Dillingham.

  • The game took place on Thursday, February 6, 2026.

The players

Anfernee Simons

One of the new trade arrivals who made his debut for the Bulls.

Jaden Ivey

Another new trade acquisition who started the game for the Bulls.

Matas Buzelis

A holdover player who the CHGO Bulls crew discussed in relation to the new arrivals.

Yuki Kawamura

A holdover player who the CHGO Bulls crew discussed in relation to the new arrivals.

Guerschon Yabusele

A player whose potential increased playing time was discussed by the CHGO Bulls crew.

Collin Sexton

A player who is set to be added to the Bulls' roster and was discussed in relation to the team's future rotation.

Rob Dillingham

Another player who is set to be added to the Bulls' roster and was discussed in relation to the team's future rotation.

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What they’re saying

“Anfernee Simons and Jaden Ivey really showed what they can bring to this team tonight.”

— Peck, CHGO Bulls Analyst (CHGO)

“It's going to be interesting to see how Guerschon Yabusele's role evolves with the new additions to the roster.”

— Big Dave, CHGO Bulls Analyst (CHGO)

“Once Collin Sexton and Rob Dillingham get integrated, this team could really start to take shape.”

— Will Gottlieb, CHGO Bulls Analyst (CHGO)

What’s next

The Bulls will look to bounce back in their next game against the Detroit Pistons on Saturday, February 8th.

The takeaway

The Bulls' rebuild is in full swing, with the team integrating new young talent like Simons and Ivey. While the loss to the Raptors was disappointing, the strong debuts of the new arrivals provide hope for the team's future.