Frequently Asked Questions
What trade is being rumored between the Bulls and 76ers?
The rumored trade would involve the Bulls trading Zach LaVine to Philadelphia for Tyrese Maxey in a sign-and-trade deal. 76ers GM Daryl Morey could see LaVine as the missing piece to go alongside Joel Embiid and James Harden.
What were Tyrese Maxey's stats last season?
Maxey averaged 17.5 points per game and 4.3 assists per game while playing 35 minutes a night in his sophomore season. He also shot an efficient 42.7% from three-point range.
How did Zach LaVine perform last season despite his struggles?
LaVine averaged 24.4 points per game and 5.5 assists per game while shooting nearly 39% from three. He missed 15 games due to injury and his scoring dropped by three points per game as he played second fiddle to DeMar DeRozan.
Why does the author think the Bulls shouldn't make this trade?
The author believes LaVine is already a superstar while Maxey is still developing, and the Bulls would lose even more defensively since LaVine is three inches taller. The 76ers would need to add more players or picks to make the deal worthwhile.
How important is Lonzo Ball to the Bulls and Zach LaVine?
Ball elevates the team to another level and LaVine benefits significantly from Ball's presence through improved spacing, tempo, and transition play. The Bulls clearly missed Ball when he was injured last season.