Bulls' Giddey and Buzelis Aim to Replicate Late-Season Surge

CHGO Bulls podcast crew analyzes early post-All-Star break stats for Chicago's young core.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The CHGO Bulls podcast crew discusses the early returns on post-All-Star break stats for Chicago Bulls players Josh Giddey and Matas Buzelis. Both players saw significant production increases after the All-Star break last season, helping the Bulls go on a 15-6 tear in March and April. The crew examines whether Giddey and Buzelis can recreate that late-season surge, looking at their pre-All-Star vs. post-All-Star splits and identifying encouraging signs of growth as well as any worrisome trends.

Why it matters

The Bulls are hoping Giddey and Buzelis can provide a similar late-season boost this year as the team aims to secure a playoff spot. Their development is crucial to the team's long-term success, so any signs of progress or regression in the second half of the season will be closely monitored.

The details

Last season, both Giddey and Buzelis saw significant upticks in their production after the All-Star break. Giddey's scoring, rebounding, and assists all increased, while Buzelis became a more efficient shooter and rebounder. The CHGO crew is analyzing whether the young duo can replicate that surge, looking at metrics like points, field goal percentage, rebounds, and plus-minus.

  • The 2026-27 NBA season is currently underway.
  • The All-Star break took place in mid-February 2026.
  • The Bulls went on a 15-6 run in March and April 2026 after the All-Star break.

The players

Josh Giddey

A 23-year-old point guard for the Chicago Bulls, known for his all-around game and playmaking ability.

Matas Buzelis

A 21-year-old forward for the Chicago Bulls, drafted in the first round in 2024 and showing promising development.

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What they’re saying

“Even if the Bulls don't stack that many wins this time around, will we still see encouraging signs of growth from those two down the stretch?”

— Peck, CHGO Bulls Podcast Host (CHGO)

“What's trending well, and which stats are worrisome?”

— Big Dave, CHGO Bulls Podcast Host (CHGO)

What’s next

The CHGO Bulls crew will continue to monitor Giddey and Buzelis' performance in the second half of the season, looking for signs that they can replicate their late-season surge from 2026.

The takeaway

The development of Giddey and Buzelis is crucial for the Bulls' long-term success, and their ability to provide a late-season boost could be the difference in the team's playoff push this year.