My Early Favorite 2027 NBA Draft Fit For The Bulls

Braylon Mullins is a player I have discussed in this space before. Mullins was Indiana Mr. Basketball in 2025. A former McDonald's All-American who eventually committed to the UConn Huskies, Mullins struggled a bit throughout an up-and-down freshman year. His season had some tough lows and incredibly high highs. 

Mullins averaged 12 PPG and shot an unimpressive 33.5% from 3-point range despite being a prospect regarded as an elite shooter. He did shoot 88.9% from the free throw line on a limited number of attempts,  but more consistency from the 3-point line would've likely seen Mullins with higher stock heading into the 2026 NBA Draft. 

Speaking of those incredibly high highs, Mullins drained a deep 3-pointer with less than a second left against the Duke Blue Devils in the Elite Eight. UConn to the Final Four. It is widely regarded as one of the greatest shots in the history of the NCAA Tournament. More importantly as it pertains to the Bulls, that shot was a great example of the type of no fear, quick release-confidence that Mullins possesses when truly locked in. 

As mentioned earlier in this post, consistency will be the key for Mullins. But an even an inconsistent Mullins could have a place in Chicago's core as long as he continues to be a solid defender. Mullins stands at 6-foot-6, and despite an average wingspan, always competes on that end of the floor. Pairing Mullins as the long-term SG next to Josh Giddey (6-foot-8), Matas Buzelis (6-foot-8) and Caleb Wilson (6-foot-10) would give the Bulls a core of players who defensively can switch 1-through-4 and give effort, even if less so in Giddey's case. Mullins obviously fills a gap as another capable shooter--should he prove to be that this upcoming season--and scorer, who would not have to step into a huge role right away if the recently signed Norman Powell was still on the roster.