Chicago Bulls Rookie Noa Essengue Faces Season-Ending Shoulder Surgery
The Chicago Bulls' rookie, Noa Essengue, who was the 11th overall pick in the 2025 draft, is facing a season-ending shoulder surgery, as confirmed by head coach Billy Donovan. Noa Essengue, who has primarily played for the Windy City Bulls, the team's G-League affiliate, will be sidelined for the rest of the season. In his four games with the Windy City Bulls, Essengue has been impressive, averaging 23 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 2.3 assists. Despite his success in the G-League, Essengue has only had limited playing time with the main Bulls roster, seeing just six minutes on the court.
The news of Noa Essengue's shoulder surgery may be disappointing, but it does alleviate concerns for Bulls fans about the rookie's playing time at the United Center. With Essengue now out for the season, the focus will be on his recovery and rehabilitation to ensure he returns to full strength for future seasons.