# Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson answers bell after sore hip

> Caleb Wilson plays despite sore hip, cleared by medical staff for Bulls game.
- Title: Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson answers bell after sore hip
- Summary: Caleb Wilson plays despite sore hip, cleared by medical staff for Bulls game. Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson played in game after clearing medical staff concerns…
- Keywords: chicago bulls, caleb wilson, sore hip, spurs, michael reaves, tiago splitter, norman powell, isaac okoro, nic claxton, noa essengue, Chicago Sun-Times
- Source: Chicago Sun-Times — https://chicago.suntimes.com/bulls/2026/11/11/bulls-rookie-caleb-wilson-answers-bell-sore-hip
- Published: 2026-11-12T01:30:50.786+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: chicago bulls, caleb wilson, sore hip, spurs, michael reaves, tiago splitter, norman powell, isaac okoro, nic claxton, noa essengue, news, local
## Caleb Wilson's hip issue
Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson was questionable to play against San Antonio due to sore hip.
## Pre-game clearance
Wilson cleared pre-game workouts and got starting nod for Bulls game.
## Coach Splitter's concerns
Coach Tiago Splitter said Wilson needs smart management of minutes and body.
## Wilson's recent games
Wilson played 32 minutes against 76ers and had season-low 22 minutes in loss.
## Claxton effect
Nic Claxton's presence improved defense for Noa Essengue.

> That's one of the best feelings honestly because i know i can make a mistake because i have someone behind me to protect me so it's just amazing
## Norman Powell status
Powell missed second consecutive game with back spasms.
## Isaac Okoro role
Okoro started against 76ers and finished with 12 points and plus-1 in plus/minus.
## Key takeaway

Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson played in game after clearing medical staff concerns about sore hip.