Athletic and defensively gifted Chicago Bulls forward whose versatility and upside made him a top-five pick and key building block.
Patrick Williams was born in Durham, North Carolina on 26 August 2001. A long, athletic and versatile forward with an excellent defensive profile, Williams was selected fourth overall by the Chicago Bulls in the 2020 NBA Draft. His combination of size, length and footwork made him an immediate defensive asset, though his offensive development has been the key area of focus. A wrist injury that required surgery cost him the entire 2021-22 season, significantly disrupting his development trajectory. He has shown flashes of his offensive potential — three-point shooting, driving ability and finishing at the rim — and the Bulls have remained committed to developing him as a long-term cornerstone. His ceiling is considered high given his physical tools and competitive nature.
Versatile forward drafted 4th overall by Chicago Bulls
How They Played
Versatile two-way forward with strong defense and developing three-point shot
Lasting Impact
Promising young forward with defensive versatility and improving offensive game
Chicago Bulls top-4 draft pick 2020
Selected fourth overall in 2020, he was considered one of the highest-upside prospects of his class due to his combination of size, athleticism and defensive instincts, despite being only 19 years old at draft time.
Did You Know?Career Honours
- Chicago Bulls top-4 draft pick 2020