Overview
- The Bulls and Zach Collins agreed to a two-year, $17 million contract that was reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania and confirmed by team sources.
- The agreement was reached before a Tuesday deadline on June 30, which would have allowed Collins to reach unrestricted free agency for 2026–27.
- Collins played just 10 games for Chicago in 2025–26 after missing time with a wrist issue and then suffering a right toe injury that required season-ending surgery in February.
- In limited action last season he averaged 9.7 points and 5.6 rebounds in 18.4 minutes per game while showing efficient shooting, and the Bulls expect him to rehab and compete for a backup big role.
- The deal is a modest financial commitment that reduces Chicago’s cap uncertainty, comes with a reported team option in year two, and preserves roster continuity as the front office prepares for the 2026–27 season.