Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the Bulls waive Jaden Ivey?
The Bulls waived Jaden Ivey after he went on a 24-hour social media spiral that included combative posts about religion, arguing with fans, and expressing disapproval of the NBA's support for the LGBTQ community. The organization wasted no time cutting ties with the troubled guard.
What did the Bulls trade to get Jaden Ivey?
The Bulls traded Kevin Huerter to acquire Jaden Ivey. This means Karnisovas essentially gave up Huerter to a contending team for a player who only appeared in 4 games for Chicago before being waived.
How does Ivey's release affect the Bulls' backcourt plans?
With Ivey gone, the Bulls are pivoting away from their planned Giddey-Ivey backcourt pairing. This opens the door for Collin Sexton to potentially stick around on an extension, and the team will likely look for a different guard in the draft to pair with Josh Giddey.
What injury did Jaden Ivey suffer that affected his career?
Ivey sustained a massive injury in January 2025 that he says ended his playing days and means he'll never be the same player he was before. The article suggests this injury significantly impacted his basketball abilities and career trajectory.
Could the Bulls front office have seen this coming with Ivey?
According to Joe Cowley, Bulls media was informed during the trade that Ivey was a "preacher," suggesting there were warning signs about his behavior. The article criticizes Karnisovas for not doing enough research into a player whose career was already declining due to injury.
Ryan Dauterive
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