Overview
- Powell joined the Chicago Bulls in the 2026 offseason and gave a stark appraisal of the team’s outlook, telling Mark Medina of Fadeaway World that “we have the potential to be really good. But we also have the potential to be really bad.”
- Multiple outlets reported the quote on Monday, August 10, and framed it as a candid message meant to set internal standards and push the young roster to build self-belief.
- HEAVY reported the Bulls signed Powell to a two‑year, $44 million deal but that specific contract figure has limited independent corroboration across the coverage.
- Chicago’s front office under new executive Bryson Graham brought Powell in to supply veteran scoring and mentorship after a 31–51 season and four straight years without a playoff appearance.
- What to watch this season is whether Powell’s leadership raises the team’s consistency and expectations, which could push Chicago into play‑in contention or leave them short if the young core does not respond.