Chicago Bulls Signal Roster Overhaul After Trading Zach LaVine

Executive VP Arturas Karnisovas outlines a vision of building depth and youth while navigating a 'transitional phase' for the team.

The Chicago Bulls traded Zach LaVine to the Sacramento Kings in a three-team deal, acquiring three role players and regaining their 2025 first-round draft pick (top-10 protected).
Bulls VP Arturas Karnisovas described the team as being in a 'transitional phase' and emphasized a commitment to building a sustainable, competitive roster.
Despite trading key players, Karnisovas stated the Bulls are not tanking and expressed a desire for the young roster to compete for a play-in spot to aid player development.
The Bulls retained Nikola Vucevic and extended Lonzo Ball's contract, citing the need for experienced veterans to support the development of younger players.
Karnisovas hinted at further moves in the offseason, with plans to evaluate young talent and potentially trade veterans like Vucevic and Coby White for additional assets.