Caleb Wilson is wasting no time turning early buzz into something bigger. While the Chicago Bulls continue working through a long rebuild, Wilson has already stepped into the spotlight with his first professional commercial.
New Balance released a 30-second ad on Wednesday featuring Wilson in a series of jump-shot clips, mixing current footage with home movies of him as a kid getting shots up. The spot leans into Wilson’s comfort in front of the camera and his obvious ease with the game itself.
Wilson also delivers a message in the ad that matches the way he’s been described around the Bulls: driven, composed and eager to keep improving.
“To all of you trying to make it work,” Wilson said. “Keep going.
The work takes care of you. And trust me, we will all get there.
It is not easy. But we can never stop having fun with it.
Caleb Wilson is the star of the latest New Balance Basketball ad. #Bulls #UNC #GoHeels pic.twitter.com/RY1Bt9Rz6o
— Tar Heels Wire (@tarheelswire) November 5, 2026
That kind of line fits the image Wilson has built early on. He’s being talked about as a rookie with rare poise, intelligence and emotional maturity to go with his talent, and the praise has centered on how badly he wants to keep getting better. He also doesn’t sound like someone waiting around for an opportunity - in his case, it already feels like it’s here.
The production comes as Wilson’s on-court numbers continue to pop despite a rough start for Chicago. The Bulls are 1-6, but Wilson is averaging 21.6 points and 6.7 rebounds per game while shooting 43.2% from the field.
Chicago was set to face the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday night.
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