Bulls Have a 2026 1st Round Pick on the Line as Blazers Battle for Playoff Spot

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Bulls Have a 2026 1st Round Pick on the Line as Blazers Battle for Playoff Spot

As the Blazers enter the play-in looking to secure playoff qualification, the Bulls have a first round pick riding on it. The pick is protected for the 1-14 selections, so if the Blazers don't make it, it will get deferred to 2027. However, if the Blazers qualify, the Bulls will add a second first round pick, adding to their own.

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