Frequently Asked Questions
What did Gar Forman tell Bobby Portis before he was traded?
Forman told Portis that the Bulls weren't trading him unless it was a blockbuster deal for a superstar like LeBron James or Kevin Durant. He said Portis was part of the core, in their long-term plans, and that they wanted to work out a contract extension in the summer.
How long was Bobby Portis with the Bulls before being traded?
Portis was the longest-tenured Bull on the roster when he was traded. He was also the leader of the locker room and had expressed his desire to be a Bull for life.
Who did the Bulls trade Bobby Portis for?
The Bulls traded Bobby Portis and Jabari Parker to get Otto Porter.
Did Bobby Portis get notified about his trade before it happened?
No, Portis said he didn't even get notified when he was getting traded, despite being told just days before that he wouldn't be moved.
What was John Paxson's response to criticism about the Bulls' culture with players?
When asked about the perception that players don't want to come to Chicago because of the culture, Paxson scoffed and challenged anyone to give him one specific example of players saying something like that about the Bulls management.