Former Chicago Bulls Forward Officially Leaves NBA to Play in Japan
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Former Chicago Bulls Forward Officially Leaves NBA to Play in Japan
DETROIT, MICHIGAN - JANUARY 07: Lachlan Olbrich #47 of the Chicago Bulls tries to control the ball next to Paul Reed #7 of the Detroit Pistons during the second half at Little Caesars Arena on January 07, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) Getty
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SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 03: Lachlan Olbrich #47 of the Golden State Warriors drives towards the basket against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half in the California Classic a NBA Summer League game at Chase Center on July 03, 2026 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) Getty
Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Bryson Graham of the Chicago Bulls answers questions from media at Advocate Center on June 17, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. Getty
Another player has officially left the NBA to play overseas next season.
FormerChicago BullsforwardLachlan Olbrichhas signed with Tokyo Alvark of the B.League in Japan, as per ESPN's Olgun Uluc.
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Olbrich will be among the highest-paid foreign players in the B.League next season. He is set to play under coach Ryan Richman, whom Uluc called "one of the best young coaches" not in the NBA.
The 22-year-old Australian star revealed that Richman was among the reasons for why he signed with Tokyo Alvark.
"The main thing that made Tokyo Alvark so appealing was getting the chance to work with Ryan Richman," Olbrich said. "He's got a lot of confidence in my abilities, but also in my potential, so I believe he's going to help put me on the right path to get back to the NBA, which is where I feel I belong.
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"I've always had an interest in the amazing culture and lifestyle in Japan, so I'm excited to now get to experience everything the country and league has to offer."
Richman previously served as an assistant coach for theWashington Wizards. He's also an assistant for the Japan men's national basketball team.
Lachlan Olbrich's Career
Lachlan Olbrich
GettyLachlan Olbrich #47 of theGolden State Warriorsdrives towards the basket against theLos Angeles Lakersduring the second half in the California Classic a NBA Summer League game at Chase Center on July 03, 2026 in San Francisco, California.
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Four years after turning pro in Australia, Lachlan Olbrich entered the 2025 NBA draft. Olbrich was selected 55th overall by theLos Angeles Lakers. He was immediately traded to the Chicago Bulls and signed a two-way contract.
In 37 games as a rookie, Olbrichaveraged2.4 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.1 assists, shooting 46.8% from the floor. He also appeared in seven games for the Windy City Bulls in the NBA G League. Heput up17.6 points, 8.6 rebounds and 5.1 assists on 58.6% shooting from the field.
Olbrich signed with theGolden State Warriorsbefore the Summer League. He was reportedly considered for one of the Warriors' two-way spot, as perHoopsRumors. However, he chose a guaranteed contract in Japan.
GettyExecutive Vice President of Basketball Operations Bryson Graham of the Chicago Bulls answers questions from media at Advocate Center on June 17, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois.
