Frequently Asked Questions
How much did the Chicago Bulls agree to pay Zach LaVine?
The Bulls matched the Sacramento Kings' offer sheet of four years, $78 million, which works out to $19.5 million per year. The deal was matched within hours of LaVine and the Kings agreeing to the offer sheet.
Why did the Bulls include an injury clause in Zach LaVine's contract?
The Bulls included an injury clause because of their previous experiences with injured players like Jay Williams and Derrick Rose. The clause protects the team from guaranteeing a large sum of money if LaVine suffers another injury.
Who did the Chicago Bulls draft to address their frontcourt and wing needs in the 2018 offseason?
The Bulls drafted Wendell Carter Jr. to serve as a frontcourt complement to Lauri Markkanen and Chandler Hutchinson to address their wing needs. Both picks were part of John Paxson and Gar Forman's offseason plan.
How much cap space will the Chicago Bulls have in the summer of 2019?
The Bulls are projected to have nearly $45 million in cap space in the summer of 2019. That money could be used to pursue big-name free agents like Jimmy Butler, Kyrie Irving, Klay Thompson, or Karl-Anthony Towns.
What were Zach LaVine's stats before and after his ACL injury?
Before his injury, LaVine was averaging 19 points per game while shooting 46% from the field and 36% from three. After returning from his ACL injury with the Bulls, he averaged 16.7 points per game and dropped a season-high 35 points against his former team, the Minnesota Timberwolves.