Frequently Asked Questions
What was ESPN's Zach LaVine trade proposal?
ESPN's radio show proposed a three-team trade that would send LaVine to LA while the Bulls would receive Julius Randle and Evan Fournier. The deal would need to be a sign-and-trade for LaVine.
Why is Julius Randle's contract a problem for the Bulls?
Randle signed a four-year, $117 million extension in August 2021 that runs until 2026. That's way too much money for someone like Randle, and it would leave the Bulls stuck with him if he doesn't work out.
What are Julius Randle's stats compared to Zach LaVine?
Randle averaged 20.1 PPG, 9.9 RPG, and 5.1 APG this past season. However, he can't create his own offense like LaVine, and losing LaVine's playmaking ability would make the Bulls easily stoppable.
How did Chicago media react to the ESPN trade proposal?
Chicago media absolutely hated the trade proposal. The author hasn't seen anyone who would actually like to see this happen, with instant negative reactions across social media.
Will Zach LaVine actually be traded by the Bulls?
The author assumes LaVine will re-sign in Chicago despite rumors about Portland or wanting to leave. If LaVine does leave, the Bulls would prefer a sign-and-trade to get something in return, but not if it looks like this terrible ESPN proposal.