Chicago Bulls and Zach LaVine are considering exploring trade options, given the fact that he has recently signed a $215 million contract out of which $138 million is left, the bulls would wish to cut ties with him, however,

Chicago Bulls and Zach LaVine are considering exploring trade options, given the fact that he has recently signed a $215 million contract out of which $138 million is left, the bulls would wish to cut ties with him, however, they have expressed their desire to maintain their veteran wing. 

Though many teams may be considering a trade for LaVine, he may not be a good financial bet for some teams, Preliminary consideration points to Miami, as the most suitable team to acquire him.

Shams Charania first reported the news to The Athletic as LaVine and the Chicago Bulls appeared ready and willing to make a deal.

Three teams, including Lakers, are considering trading for Zach LaVine. LaVine, 28, is entering the second season of his recently signed five-year, $215 million contract.

When the Chicago Bulls paired Zach LaVine with Nikola Vucevic, DeMar DeRozan, and Lonzo Ball, the franchise developed a vision of a team capable of competing at the top of the Eastern Conference standings.

According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, the organization and LaVine have increased their openness in exploring trade options.

Considering he has nearly $138 million left on his contract (not including this season), the Bulls would be wise to cut ties with the 28-year-old if they were to rebuild. Nonetheless, Chicago has made it clear that it wants the veteran wing to remain with the organization after his contract expires, as vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas told reporters at media day that the organization “loves DeMar.”

LaVine, a multiple All-Star at 28, averages 21, a team record. LaVine is in the second season of a five-year, $215 million contract (with a player option in 2026-2027 and a 15 percent trade Bonus). LaVine and the Chicago Bulls are more “open” to trade possibilities.

Shams Charania of The Athletic added that NBA teams are “evaluating the availability” of the veteran guard.

NBC Sports Philadelphia’s John Clark reported Tuesday that the 76ers would “consider” acquiring LaVine, but the franchise is

happy with the way the team is currently playing and will likely wait until the trade deadline to make one.

According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, the Chicago Bulls are open to the idea of trading All-Star guard Zach LaVine.

Charania reports that teams from across the league have contacted the Bulls regarding LaVine’s availability and the two-time All-Star is open to playing elsewhere.

Whether the Warriors or another team pays for LaVine will require a reasonable salary, as the Bulls point guard is making more than $40 million this year.

His contract, which includes a player option for the final year, is worth $9 million. In addition to LaVine’s availability, Charania also reports that DeMar DeRozan’s future in Chicago is unknown.

According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, the Chicago Bulls could be in for a major shakeup, and Zach LaVine and the team are open to the idea of considering a trade.

The news sparked a huge reaction on NBA Twitter, particularly from Lakers fans who were hoping for changes to the roster after a lackluster start to the season.