NBA speculations suggest that the Chicago Bulls are unlikely to engage in significant trades before the upcoming trade deadline, particularly involving key players such as Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan. According to insights from Darnell Mayberry of The Athletic, the Bulls, known for their recent tendency to maintain roster continuity during trade deadlines, are expected to follow a similar approach this year. Mayberry reports that there is a prevailing belief among those within or connected to the Bulls organization that a major move is improbable before the NBA Trade Deadline on Feb. 8.
Concerning Zach LaVine, who is both the Bulls’ most talented and highest-paid player, there is reportedly minimal interest from other teams in acquiring him, as indicated by Mayberry’s sources. Additionally, DeMar DeRozan and Nikola Vucevic may also remain with the team, facing challenges in finding potential suitors. While there is potential value in trading Alex Caruso, regarded as one of the most attractive assets on the roster, the Bulls seem inclined to retain him, according to Mayberry.
Despite the Bulls currently holding a record of 22-26 and grappling with various injuries, they appear poised to maintain their current roster composition. Positioned at the ninth spot in the Eastern Conference, the Bulls could find themselves in a scenario similar to last season’s NBA Play-In tournament. However, recent reports suggest that the Bulls are leaning towards keeping their core intact, and it remains to be seen if any enticing offers could alter this stance as the trade deadline approaches.
