The Chicago Bulls exercised the $2.4 million team option on Leonard Miller's contract. This decision secures Miller's spot on the roster for the 2026-2027 NBA season.
What happened?
The Bulls picked up the option on Saturday, June 27, according to Keith Smith of Spotrac. Miller is expected to be on board with the Bulls for the upcoming season.
The Bulls also exercised Mo Gueye's option for the same $2.4 million. Unlike Miller, Gueye is expected to head to the Minnesota Timberwolves as part of the Nic Claxton trade.
Recent Performance
In 27 games with the Bulls, Miller averaged 11.7 points while shooting 55.5% from the field and 35.6% from three. He also averaged 5.8 rebounds and 1.3 assists per game.
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-29 | Milwaukee Bucks | 116-111 |
Leonard Miller's NBA Career
Miller entered the NBA G League as a part of the Ignite program in 2022. Although Miller was a five-star recruit in high school, he avoided the NCAA route. After playing for the NBA G League Ignite, Miller was a second-round pick (33rd overall) in the 2023 NBA Draft.
Miller started his career with the Minnesota Timberwolves. He didn’t play much through three seasons. During the 2025-2026 NBA season, Miller was moved after appearing in 19 games.
Current Context
As of June 28, 2026, the Chicago Bulls' recent form stands at 2W-0D-3L (WLLWL, most recent first). This decision on Miller's contract option is a significant move for the team, given their current performance. The Bulls will look to build on this momentum in the upcoming season with Miller on board. And with the new season approaching, the Bulls are gearing up to make a strong push in the NBA. But for now, the focus is on securing the right players, like Miller, to make that happen. So the Bulls' decision to exercise Miller's option is a step in the right direction. The team's last result was a 116-111 win over the Milwaukee Bucks on December 29, 2024. This win showcased the team's potential, and with Miller's contract option picked up, they're looking to build on that success.
