Top 5 options for the Chicago Bulls in the 2022 NBA Draft
By Ryan Heckman
Top options for the Chicago Bulls in the 2022 NBA Draft: E.J. Liddell
One of the most talked about players, when it comes to draft options for the Bulls, is Ohio State power forward E.J. Liddell. He comes into the NBA as a 6-foot-7 big man, so he is a bit undersized. However, he uses his power to his advantage and it allows him to play both positions.
As we saw last year, the depth in the front court was not ideal. Once Patrick Williams went down to injury, the Bulls had a hard time finding a replacement. At times, it was veteran wing Javonte Green. Other times, Derrick Jones Jr. stepped in, though he’s more of a three. Alex Caruso even saw a start in Williams’ place at one point.
But, Liddell could offer the Bulls a solid reserve option off the bench here, resolving a need. He is a solid defender, despite his size, and even offers the Bulls an outside shot — 37 percent from three-point land last season.
Liddell has a decent jumper, but it will need more work at the professional level. He is a dependable scorer, though, so he is able to give the Bulls competence on both ends of the floor. Last season, Liddell averaged 19.4 points on 49 percent shooting, to go with 7.9 rebounds and an impressive 2.6 blocks per game. He is a well-rounded option and would be a phenomenal pick for this particular roster.