Zach LaVine's Season-Ending Surgery Puts Bulls at Crossroads

As LaVine faces months of recovery, the Bulls contemplate major roster decisions and potential trades ahead of the deadline.

Zach LaVine, Chicago Bulls All-Star guard, will undergo season-ending surgery on his right foot, sidelining him for four to six months.
The Bulls face a critical juncture with DeMar DeRozan's future as he becomes an unrestricted free agent this summer, with trade possibilities before the deadline being explored.
Chicago's management faces scrutiny for past decisions, as significant personnel moves since 2020 have largely failed to improve the team's competitiveness.
The Bulls' roster, including players like Alex Caruso and Nikola Vučević, is under evaluation for potential trades to collect long-term assets.
LaVine's injury and the Bulls' current state prompt discussions on the team's direction, with a possible pivot to rebuilding or making strategic trades before the deadline.