Bulls top draft pick Caleb Wilson sets unofficial NBA Summer League record

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The Chicago Bulls may have found their next franchise cornerstone after years of irrelevance.

In his NBA Summer League debut, No. 4 overall pick Caleb Wilson delivered a record-breaking performance. The former University of North Carolina star erupted for 35 points, setting what is widely regarded as the highest-scoring Summer League debut in NBA history—an unofficial record given the league's inconsistent historical tracking.

He added five rebounds, three blocks, two steals, and knocked down 7-of-11 three-pointers, showcasing the complete offensive package that made him one of the most intriguing prospects in the 2026 NBA Draft.

Caleb Wilson of the Chicago Bulls is guarded by Cameron Boozer of the Memphis Grizzlies in the second half of an NBA Summer League game at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nev., on July 10, 2026. (Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

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The craziest stat of all: Wilson made as many threes (7) in his Summer League debut as he did in his ENTIRE college career and he never made more than one three in a game with the Tar Heels.

Interestingly, the Bulls vs. Grizzles match-up featured the No. 3 overall pick and former Duke star, Cameron Boozer, who finished with 23 points in his Summer League debut. Wilson clearly stole the spotlight, outperforming his fellow top-five pick in the head-to-head matchup. As for the No. 5 overall pick Keaton Wagler, he struggled in his debut, scoring just seven points on 1-7 (1-5 from three) in 27 minutes of play.

Wilson's performance wasn't simply