The Chicago Bulls have re-signed forward Terry Taylor to a multi-year contract, the team announced on Monday. The terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Taylor, 24, is a 6-foot-5, 230-pound forward who played two seasons with the Indiana Pacers before being waived in February 2023. He was then signed to a two-way contract by the Bulls, appearing in five games for the team.
Taylor is known for his offensive rebounding skills, averaging 2.9 offensive rebounds per 36 minutes in his career. He also averaged 10.4 points and 5.9 rebounds per game in his final season at Western Kentucky.
The Bulls are looking for depth at the forward position, and Taylor could provide that off the bench. He is a versatile player who can score inside and out and is also a good defender.
The agreement comes with no guaranteed money, but Taylor will have $350k guaranteed if he is on the roster come opening night. This gives the Bulls some flexibility in case Taylor does not pan out, but it also gives him the opportunity to earn a larger contract if he performs well.
Taylor is a young player with great potential, and the Bulls hope he can develop into a valuable contributor. He will have to compete for minutes with the likes of DeMar DeRozan, Zach LaVine, and Nikola Vucevic, but he has the talent to make an impact.
Here are some other things to know about Terry Taylor:
- He was born in Bowling Green, Kentucky.
- He played college basketball at Western Kentucky.
- He was drafted by the Pacers in the second round of the 2021 NBA Draft.
- He is a two-time All-Conference USA selection.
- He is a member of the Pacers' G League affiliate, the Fort Wayne Mad Ants.
I am excited to see what Terry Taylor can do for the Bulls next season. He has the potential to be a valuable asset, and I am confident that he will work hard to earn a spot in the rotation.
