Overview
- ESPN reporter Shams Charania first reported the deal and multiple outlets say the contract is for two years and will total about $45 million if Powell plays both seasons.
- Powell publicly acknowledged the move on Instagram, reposting the report and writing “Time to grind” and “Everybody has an opinion… Only a few know the truth!!”.
- The 33-year-old arrives after consecutive high-output seasons that produced his first All-Star selection and back-to-back 21-point scoring averages.
- In 2025–26 with the Miami Heat Powell averaged 21.7 points while shooting 47.0 percent from the field and 38.0 percent from three-point range, and he shot 41.8 percent from three with the Clippers in 2024–25.
- Chicago expects Powell to provide immediate spacing and veteran scoring alongside guard Josh Giddey, a move analysts say could raise the Bulls’ ceiling and improve their half-court offense under the new coaching staff.