Frequently Asked Questions
How much did the Bulls sign Jabari Parker for?
The Bulls signed Jabari Parker to a two-year, $40 million deal. The contract includes a team option in the second year, which is a major win for Chicago's front office.
Who did the Bulls waive or cut to sign Jabari Parker?
The Bulls waived Paul Zipser and Julyan Stone to make the deal official. They also rescinded their qualifying offer for David Nwaba to free up additional cap space.
Why was Jabari Parker available as an unrestricted free agent?
Parker became an unrestricted free agent after the Milwaukee Bucks rescinded their qualifying offer to him. That move opened the door for the Bulls to sign him and include a team option in the second year.
Are the Bulls considered playoff contenders after signing Jabari Parker?
The Bulls are projected to compete for one of the final playoff seeds in the Eastern Conference, not among the top tier teams. For them to make the playoffs, a star like Zach LaVine, Lauri Markkanen, or Parker would need to emerge, or the team would need to run Fred Hoiberg's pace-and-space system to perfection.
Which teams are considered the top tier of the Eastern Conference?
The Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers are considered the top tier of the Eastern Conference. The Celtics have Kyrie Irving and Gordon Hayward, while the Sixers feature Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons.