Frequently Asked Questions
How much money can the Chicago Bulls offer Zach LaVine in free agency?
The Bulls can offer LaVine a max contract of $212,280,000 over five years, which is roughly $42.5 million per year. This is $54.9 million more than any other team can offer him, though it includes an additional fifth year.
Why didn't Zach LaVine qualify for the Super Max contract?
LaVine didn't make an All-NBA team this season, which made him ineligible for the Super Max. This limits the Bulls to offering him a regular max contract instead.
What are Zach LaVine's connections to Los Angeles and the Lakers?
LaVine has always been a Lakers fan and recently confirmed this publicly when asked about free agency. He also played college basketball at UCLA and lives in LA during the offseason.
How is Klutch Sports involved in the Zach LaVine trade rumors?
LaVine's agency Klutch Sports is reportedly behind many of the rumors surrounding his potential departure from Chicago. A league source suggests this is their strategy to create drama and make LaVine appear as a hot commodity that teams need to pay premium money for.
What's the difference between the contract length the Bulls can offer versus other teams?
The Bulls can offer LaVine a five-year max deal while other teams can only offer four years. The shorter contract length could be appealing to LaVine because it would give him more flexibility if things don't work out with his new team.