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Post#1381 » by sco » Sun Mar 29, 2020 1:20 pm

I wonder if we could package our second rounder and Gafford to get a second rounder next year? IIRC, next season is the double-deep draft with the 18 YO'ers coming in too.
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Post#1383 » by Bulldog23 » Fri Apr 3, 2020 3:51 pm

I think it is time to get rid of this roster except for White and Carter. I want the Bulls to trade Porter and Sato to Denver for Harris and Barton, and their first round pick. Send Lavine, Thad, and Laurie to Minn for two draft picks in first round and James Johnson.
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Post#1384 » by sco » Fri Apr 3, 2020 8:06 pm

Bulldog23 wrote:I think it is time to get rid of this roster except for White and Carter. I want the Bulls to trade Porter and Sato to Denver for Harris and Barton, and their first round pick. Send Lavine, Thad, and Laurie to Minn for two draft picks in first round and James Johnson.

I am on board with Porter and Sato for Harris and Barton. I'd rather keep Lavine and see what he does surrounded by a healthy squad. I'm neutral on Thad...he seems like a good locker room leader and not too expensive. Lauri for a Lotto pick would be great, but I am fine giving him next season to regain his form because I think his trade value is poop.
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Post#1385 » by MrSparkle » Fri Apr 3, 2020 8:35 pm

There are ways to be aggressive in trading and drafting without making blockbuster/front-page moves. When the new GM comes onto the job, I think the coaching staff will be the first thing evaluated, and then the deep-end of the roster next. Which honestly has been my biggest problem with the Bulls the last 15 years.

With Otto (presumably) taking his option, Zach's cap-friendly salary, Lauri/Wendell/Hutchinson/Valentine nursing one injury or another, Thad and Sato being mediocre players on mediocre contracts... I pretty much don't see any advantage to trading hard this off-season. The COVID situation certainly changes the 'sense of urgency.' The whole league lost a post-season of evaluation, I don't even know who to pursue short of cap-dump scenarios.

I would like to see the new GM make a few proactive small-moves: create a roster spot by waiving/buying-out Felicio. Figuring out this small-guard glut; letting Dunn walk, moving either Arci for a 2nd or reserve wing. Dump Kornet for an athletic forward.

Gafford is a step in the right direction. IMO this team needs athletes (didn't we establish this in 2016, with Paxson admitting it?). Zach is an athlete but he doesn't really bring any of the positives of an athlete; hound defense, fast-break creation, rebounding, loose balls. His athleticism provides us with more impressive off-balance shots and highlight dunks, but that to me is empty calorie basketball if those prior 4 things aren't met. That's why I've pulled for Coby to start at PG; he rebounds, runs the offense very quickly in transition and has shown he can defend PGs very tightly. Also why I'd sooner move Arci and Kornet, possibly Sato (though I don't see him having a fair market value); keep guys like Shaq and Mokoka.

Plus I'd have faith in the draft pick with the new guy at helm. This draft is going to be wide open ; we all know it's gonna be bust-city in the top-10, but a Donovan Mitchell or Paul George will be found somewhere in the top-20. There is always an all-star in the top-20. Not banking on this but if they get the right FO in place before the draft, I will have more faith in picking up a high-ceiling project.

With a new coach and a fresh new start, you can get a lot of these players' numbers up: Otto, Lauri, Wendell, Thad, Sato, possibly Zach (though I think his stats take a dip in a better team setting). I think they can turn into positive trade assets. Then you start wheeling and dealing.
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Post#1386 » by sco » Sat Apr 4, 2020 1:39 pm

MrSparkle wrote:There are ways to be aggressive in trading and drafting without making blockbuster/front-page moves. When the new GM comes onto the job, I think the coaching staff will be the first thing evaluated, and then the deep-end of the roster next. Which honestly has been my biggest problem with the Bulls the last 15 years.

With Otto (presumably) taking his option, Zach's cap-friendly salary, Lauri/Wendell/Hutchinson/Valentine nursing one injury or another, Thad and Sato being mediocre players on mediocre contracts... I pretty much don't see any advantage to trading hard this off-season. The COVID situation certainly changes the 'sense of urgency.' The whole league lost a post-season of evaluation, I don't even know who to pursue short of cap-dump scenarios.

I would like to see the new GM make a few proactive small-moves: create a roster spot by waiving/buying-out Felicio. Figuring out this small-guard glut; letting Dunn walk, moving either Arci for a 2nd or reserve wing. Dump Kornet for an athletic forward.

Gafford is a step in the right direction. IMO this team needs athletes (didn't we establish this in 2016, with Paxson admitting it?). Zach is an athlete but he doesn't really bring any of the positives of an athlete; hound defense, fast-break creation, rebounding, loose balls. His athleticism provides us with more impressive off-balance shots and highlight dunks, but that to me is empty calorie basketball if those prior 4 things aren't met. That's why I've pulled for Coby to start at PG; he rebounds, runs the offense very quickly in transition and has shown he can defend PGs very tightly. Also why I'd sooner move Arci and Kornet, possibly Sato (though I don't see him having a fair market value) then guys like Shaq and Mokoka.

Plus I'd have faith in the draft pick with the new guy at helm. This draft is going to be wide open ; we all know it's gonna be bust-city in the top-10, but a Donovan Mitchell or Paul George will be found somewhere in the top-20. There is always an all-star in the top-20. Not banking on this but if they get the right FO in place before the draft, I will have more faith in picking up a high-ceiling project.

With a new coach and a fresh new start, you can get a lot of these players' numbers up: Otto, Lauri, Wendell, Thad, Sato, possibly Zach (though I think his stats take a dip in a better team setting). I think they can turn into positive trade assets. Then you start wheeling and dealing.

I like your perspective! Trading anyone other than Zach or Coby would likely be a sell low situation, and I am relatively high on both guys. I could see a scenario of packaging our pick and a opted-in Otto, Sato or Thad to get a higher-potential young guy who may be behind a long-term starter.
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Post#1387 » by pipfan » Sun Apr 5, 2020 5:59 pm

White/Sato/Archie
Lavine/Sato/ShaqH/Mokoka
Porter/Hutch/Sato
Lauri/TYoung/Porter
Carter/Gafford/Lauri/Kornet

Plus a top 10 pick. I would hope a new GM/coach would just roll with this team, and see what we have. I worry a bit about TYoung being unhappy again with 16 min of back up time, but with Lauri's injury history, you make it work somehow (unless Toppin drops to 7-then deal TYoung).

I let Dunn/Valentine walk, and just run this lineup
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Post#1388 » by drosereturn » Sun Apr 5, 2020 10:56 pm

Bulldog23 wrote:I think it is time to get rid of this roster except for White and Carter. I want the Bulls to trade Porter and Sato to Denver for Harris and Barton, and their first round pick. Send Lavine, Thad, and Laurie to Minn for two draft picks in first round and James Johnson.


I agree with both trades and the Bulls need players like Harris, Barton that are somewhat 2way players and dont have much weaknesses. White did show some promise later in the season but there is no argument keeping Carter other than his injury excuse and he has 1 more yr than Lauri. A new gm will no doubt try to clean house when no one is untouchable.
As much as I hated this yr's draft selection, the players you can make an argument keeping are White and Gafford because they have multiple yrs left and have starter potential.
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Post#1389 » by GimmeDat » Mon Apr 6, 2020 8:07 am

I always like thinking about trade ideas.. but I don't think now's the time in our 'rebuild', or whatever you want to call it at this point.

Using Hayes in this example, can swap in however else you fancy.

Hayes / Sato
Lavine / White
Porter / Hutchison
Markkanen / Young
Carter Jr / Gafford / Kornet

I still believe, when healthy, that's a playoff team. The roster is not bad on paper. The issues are that we haven't had good PG play, Dunn, Hutch, Otto, WCJ, etc. were all injured for ages, WCJ hasn't been developed well so far, Lauri hit a weird slump this year which may be partly due to mis-use, and Thad had a really rough season, again, mis-used relative to the rest of this career, etc.

If I'm the new GM, I just make informed draft choices, observe the current group with a new coach and see how they go, then tentatively probe the market and see what's out there, without any hard-line stances on trading certain guys, apart from maybe Lauri if he's having another dud year.

From there, next off-season is the first real point you consider pivoting and making a major move. Otto will come off the books, we have a better idea of the Coby/Lavine dynamic, and we're coming up to a stacked draft that may be worth trading up in.
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Post#1390 » by PrimzyBulls81 » Mon Apr 6, 2020 9:22 am

sco wrote:I wonder if we could package our second rounder and Gafford to get a second rounder next year? IIRC, next season is the double-deep draft with the 18 YO'ers coming in too.

Trading cheap solid young player is just plain stupid.
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Post#1391 » by drosereturn » Tue Apr 7, 2020 12:40 am

GimmeDat wrote:Hayes / Sato
Lavine / White
Porter / Hutchison
Markkanen / Young
Carter Jr / Gafford / Kornet

I still believe, when healthy, that's a playoff team. The roster is not bad on paper. The issues are that we haven't had good PG play, Dunn, Hutch, Otto, WCJ, etc. were all injured for ages, WCJ hasn't been developed well so far, Lauri hit a weird slump this year which may be partly due to mis-use, and Thad had a really rough season, again, mis-used relative to the rest of this career, etc.

If I'm the new GM, I just make informed draft choices, observe the current group with a new coach and see how they go, then tentatively probe the market and see what's out there, without any hard-line stances on trading certain guys, apart from maybe Lauri if he's having another dud year.

From there, next off-season is the first real point you consider pivoting and making a major move. Otto will come off the books, we have a better idea of the Coby/Lavine dynamic, and we're coming up to a stacked draft that may be worth trading up in.


Yes that roster is not bad on paper but this is like two straight yrs thats been going on and a single issue has not been fixed.
When your 3 best starters are injured more than half the season, its time to clean house. However, I am keeping Lauri because his value is at an all time low and he was misused to the point he got abused. Its just terrible timing to trade now.

Lauri mentioned recently he would like to be traded if he is not on the Bulls plans. Obviously, hes asking Boylen to get replaced but what he is truly implying is make him the number 1 option. I would have traded Carter if he said similar stuff but Lauri did put up 20/10 last yr and he barely had the min touches. Its not like hes a nobody but a rising star who hit a slump.
If a new GM can salvage Lauri and elevate his game, trading the rest that dont complement him would be a no-brainer move. Its a similar dilemma to trade Butler scenario and next yr will be interesting if a top GM does come.
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Post#1392 » by GimmeDat » Tue Apr 7, 2020 12:44 am

Showtime23 wrote:
GimmeDat wrote:Hayes / Sato
Lavine / White
Porter / Hutchison
Markkanen / Young
Carter Jr / Gafford / Kornet

I still believe, when healthy, that's a playoff team. The roster is not bad on paper. The issues are that we haven't had good PG play, Dunn, Hutch, Otto, WCJ, etc. were all injured for ages, WCJ hasn't been developed well so far, Lauri hit a weird slump this year which may be partly due to mis-use, and Thad had a really rough season, again, mis-used relative to the rest of this career, etc.

If I'm the new GM, I just make informed draft choices, observe the current group with a new coach and see how they go, then tentatively probe the market and see what's out there, without any hard-line stances on trading certain guys, apart from maybe Lauri if he's having another dud year.

From there, next off-season is the first real point you consider pivoting and making a major move. Otto will come off the books, we have a better idea of the Coby/Lavine dynamic, and we're coming up to a stacked draft that may be worth trading up in.


Yes that roster is not bad on paper but this is like two straight yrs thats been going on and a single issue has not been fixed.
When your 3 best starters are injured more than half the season, its time to clean house. However, I am keeping Lauri because his value is at an all time low and he was misused to the point he got abused. Its just terrible timing to trade now.

Lauri mentioned recently he would like to be traded if he is not on the Bulls plans. Obviously, hes asking Boylen to get replaced but what he is truly implying is make him the number 1 option. I would have traded Carter if he said similar stuff but Lauri did put up 20/10 last yr and he barely had the min touches. Its not like hes a nobody but a rising star who hit a slump.
If a new GM can salvage Lauri and elevate his game, trading the rest that dont complement him would be a no-brainer move. Its a similar dilemma to trade Butler scenario and next yr will be interesting if a top GM does come.


If we can acknowledge that those extraneous factors may have a considerable part to play, surely we should see what a change in those factors can result in, first.

We don't really have a choice with Otto.. he's going to accept that option. You'd like to have Lauri back. WCJ's a talent that hasn't really been given a chance to develop yet, and Lavine's been great. If we're on board with all of that, not sure what there is to blow up.

We've got pieces. I think the rot from the top put them in a position to fail. I just want at least half a season to assess with new coaching and management in place before we hit the reset button once again.
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Post#1393 » by Rose2Boozer » Tue Apr 7, 2020 6:30 am

The Bulls send Markkanen, Young, Kornett, to the Magic for Bamba, Gordon, right to swap 2020 1st.

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Bamba

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Post#1394 » by MrSparkle » Tue Apr 7, 2020 8:04 pm

Another slightly crazy trade from yours truly, but what do we think?

Zach, WCJ (or Gafford), Sato (or Thad) to GSW for Klay & FRP (draft night)

Pros: While Klay's excellent defense will take a hit after rehab, his ability to score very efficiently off-the-ball should remain the same. He'd be a good veteran leader for a crew of talented young players. You are looking at a long-term window, where Klay is a leader for a developing team with two top-10 picks coming in this draft.

Risks: Klay's ACL. Locked up until 2024 (when he'll make $43m). Extremely overpaid considering the injury. Might not be a good veteran leader. Just because he won chips doesn't mean he'll be a good captain like CP3, especially since he can't create. All 3 Bulls might develop and benefit from GSW and Curry a whole lot, which would make the trade a lop-sided loss.

Reasons why GSW might say 'no:' if their medical staff has reason to believe Klay will be back 100% (which has to be case seeing they promised the 30yo $43m in 2024), they'll take his proven game over Zach's, even if Zach has just hit prime at half the salary. Big salaries don't scare GS - they'd be content "long-shot" contending well over-the-cap, as opposed to tread-milling. They will try to make a power move with their top pick (draft a new franchise player, or trade for an All-NBA wing), and keep their 3 in tact. Zach and Wiggins sounds really ugly on paper, even if Zach is at a discount.

I do think GS looks to trade out or down in this draft, unless Wisemen or Edwards just murder their workouts and look Wade or Amare ready. That's the thing though; these guys all have red flags, including Ball. Should make you pause if they're willing to trade that pick (don't see a star prospect in the top-5). Most project prospects need about 3 years to develop (Ingram), and that's a window that Curry/Dray/Klay don't have. There is nobody remotely close to Luka in this draft. Maybe there is a Tatum or Jaylen, but without a March Madness tournament, an already mediocre draft is going to be much harder to read.

I hope I'm not underrating Zach too much here, but this is the type of two-part deal I can get behind. You replace him with a better system player in Klay, and have two chances at drafting a star (assuming the Bulls hire that stellar GM and scouts before the draft). I have no idea who the Bulls get, but there's got to be at least 1 all-star in the top-8: 25% odds for the Bulls if they have two picks. Hard to say, but there are a lot of athletic tweeners and two tall, high-vision PGs, which are the Bulls' glaring weaknesses.

I don't really think the Bulls have a hope with their "2021 FA" plan. Giannis, Kawhi, Davis, none of these guys have even 1 micro-second of a thought for becoming Bulls. Now that LAC and BRK have contending hopes, you can kiss goodbye to any premier FA recruitment. Salary caps aren't gonna stop these teams from making S&Ts for their target stars.

Bulls need to get a system going (which Klay would massively help), and they need to maximize the development of Coby and Lauri, along with their pick(s) and mess of bench of players.
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Post#1395 » by Jiipee84 » Tue Apr 7, 2020 10:59 pm

MrSparkle wrote:Another slightly crazy trade from yours truly, but what do we think?

Zach, WCJ (or Gafford), Sato (or Thad) to GSW for Klay & FRP (draft night)

Pros: While Klay's excellent defense will take a hit after rehab, his ability to score very efficiently off-the-ball should remain the same. He'd be a good veteran leader for a crew of talented young players. You are looking at a long-term window, where Klay is a leader for a developing team with two top-10 picks coming in this draft.

Risks: Klay's ACL. Locked up until 2024 (when he'll make $43m). Extremely overpaid considering the injury. Might not be a good veteran leader. Just because he won chips doesn't mean he'll be a good captain like CP3, especially since he can't create. All 3 Bulls might develop and benefit from GSW and Curry a whole lot, which would make the trade a lop-sided loss.

Reasons why GSW might say 'no:' if their medical staff has reason to believe Klay will be back 100% (which has to be case seeing they promised the 30yo $43m in 2024), they'll take his proven game over Zach's, even if Zach has just hit prime at half the salary. Big salaries don't scare GS - they'd be content "long-shot" contending well over-the-cap, as opposed to tread-milling. They will try to make a power move with their top pick (draft a new franchise player, or trade for an All-NBA wing), and keep their 3 in tact. Zach and Wiggins sounds really ugly on paper, even if Zach is at a discount.

I do think GS looks to trade out or down in this draft, unless Wisemen or Edwards just murder their workouts and look Wade or Amare ready. That's the thing though; these guys all have red flags, including Ball. Should make you pause if they're willing to trade that pick (don't see a star prospect in the top-5). Most project prospects need about 3 years to develop (Ingram), and that's a window that Curry/Dray/Klay don't have. There is nobody remotely close to Luka in this draft. Maybe there is a Tatum or Jaylen, but without a March Madness tournament, an already mediocre draft is going to be much harder to read.

I hope I'm not underrating Zach too much here, but this is the type of two-part deal I can get behind. You replace him with a better system player in Klay, and have two chances at drafting a star (assuming the Bulls hire that stellar GM and scouts before the draft). I have no idea who the Bulls get, but there's got to be at least 1 all-star in the top-8: 25% odds for the Bulls if they have two picks. Hard to say, but there are a lot of athletic tweeners and two tall, high-vision PGs, which are the Bulls' glaring weaknesses.

I don't really think the Bulls have a hope with their "2021 FA" plan. Giannis, Kawhi, Davis, none of these guys have even 1 micro-second of a thought for becoming Bulls. Now that LAC and BRK have contending hopes, you can kiss goodbye to any premier FA recruitment. Salary caps aren't gonna stop these teams from making S&Ts for their target stars.

Bulls need to get a system going (which Klay would massively help), and they need to maximize the development of Coby and Lauri, along with their pick(s) and mess of bench of players.


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And in my opinion Bulls should try trade Lauri to Golden State.
In Warriors Lauri would get fresh start and i'm sure Steve Kerr could help Lauri to reach his potential better than Jim Boylen has ever tried.
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Post#1396 » by Jiipee84 » Tue Apr 7, 2020 11:00 pm

Jiipee84 wrote:
MrSparkle wrote:Another slightly crazy trade from yours truly, but what do we think?

Zach, WCJ (or Gafford), Sato (or Thad) to GSW for Klay & FRP (draft night)

Pros: While Klay's excellent defense will take a hit after rehab, his ability to score very efficiently off-the-ball should remain the same. He'd be a good veteran leader for a crew of talented young players. You are looking at a long-term window, where Klay is a leader for a developing team with two top-10 picks coming in this draft.

Risks: Klay's ACL. Locked up until 2024 (when he'll make $43m). Extremely overpaid considering the injury. Might not be a good veteran leader. Just because he won chips doesn't mean he'll be a good captain like CP3, especially since he can't create. All 3 Bulls might develop and benefit from GSW and Curry a whole lot, which would make the trade a lop-sided loss.

Reasons why GSW might say 'no:' if their medical staff has reason to believe Klay will be back 100% (which has to be case seeing they promised the 30yo $43m in 2024), they'll take his proven game over Zach's, even if Zach has just hit prime at half the salary. Big salaries don't scare GS - they'd be content "long-shot" contending well over-the-cap, as opposed to tread-milling. They will try to make a power move with their top pick (draft a new franchise player, or trade for an All-NBA wing), and keep their 3 in tact. Zach and Wiggins sounds really ugly on paper, even if Zach is at a discount.

I do think GS looks to trade out or down in this draft, unless Wisemen or Edwards just murder their workouts and look Wade or Amare ready. That's the thing though; these guys all have red flags, including Ball. Should make you pause if they're willing to trade that pick (don't see a star prospect in the top-5). Most project prospects need about 3 years to develop (Ingram), and that's a window that Curry/Dray/Klay don't have. There is nobody remotely close to Luka in this draft. Maybe there is a Tatum or Jaylen, but without a March Madness tournament, an already mediocre draft is going to be much harder to read.

I hope I'm not underrating Zach too much here, but this is the type of two-part deal I can get behind. You replace him with a better system player in Klay, and have two chances at drafting a star (assuming the Bulls hire that stellar GM and scouts before the draft). I have no idea who the Bulls get, but there's got to be at least 1 all-star in the top-8: 25% odds for the Bulls if they have two picks. Hard to say, but there are a lot of athletic tweeners and two tall, high-vision PGs, which are the Bulls' glaring weaknesses.

I don't really think the Bulls have a hope with their "2021 FA" plan. Giannis, Kawhi, Davis, none of these guys have even 1 micro-second of a thought for becoming Bulls. Now that LAC and BRK have contending hopes, you can kiss goodbye to any premier FA recruitment. Salary caps aren't gonna stop these teams from making S&Ts for their target stars.

Bulls need to get a system going (which Klay would massively help), and they need to maximize the development of Coby and Lauri, along with their pick(s) and mess of bench of players.


Golden State warriors won't trade Klay Thompson to Bulls.
And in my opinion Bulls should try trade Lauri to Golden State.

In Warriors Lauri could get fresh start.
And i'm sure Steve Kerr can help Lauri to reach his potential better than Jim Boylen.
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Post#1397 » by sco » Wed Apr 8, 2020 1:27 pm

Jiipee84 wrote:
MrSparkle wrote:Another slightly crazy trade from yours truly, but what do we think?

Zach, WCJ (or Gafford), Sato (or Thad) to GSW for Klay & FRP (draft night)

Pros: While Klay's excellent defense will take a hit after rehab, his ability to score very efficiently off-the-ball should remain the same. He'd be a good veteran leader for a crew of talented young players. You are looking at a long-term window, where Klay is a leader for a developing team with two top-10 picks coming in this draft.

Risks: Klay's ACL. Locked up until 2024 (when he'll make $43m). Extremely overpaid considering the injury. Might not be a good veteran leader. Just because he won chips doesn't mean he'll be a good captain like CP3, especially since he can't create. All 3 Bulls might develop and benefit from GSW and Curry a whole lot, which would make the trade a lop-sided loss.

Reasons why GSW might say 'no:' if their medical staff has reason to believe Klay will be back 100% (which has to be case seeing they promised the 30yo $43m in 2024), they'll take his proven game over Zach's, even if Zach has just hit prime at half the salary. Big salaries don't scare GS - they'd be content "long-shot" contending well over-the-cap, as opposed to tread-milling. They will try to make a power move with their top pick (draft a new franchise player, or trade for an All-NBA wing), and keep their 3 in tact. Zach and Wiggins sounds really ugly on paper, even if Zach is at a discount.

I do think GS looks to trade out or down in this draft, unless Wisemen or Edwards just murder their workouts and look Wade or Amare ready. That's the thing though; these guys all have red flags, including Ball. Should make you pause if they're willing to trade that pick (don't see a star prospect in the top-5). Most project prospects need about 3 years to develop (Ingram), and that's a window that Curry/Dray/Klay don't have. There is nobody remotely close to Luka in this draft. Maybe there is a Tatum or Jaylen, but without a March Madness tournament, an already mediocre draft is going to be much harder to read.

I hope I'm not underrating Zach too much here, but this is the type of two-part deal I can get behind. You replace him with a better system player in Klay, and have two chances at drafting a star (assuming the Bulls hire that stellar GM and scouts before the draft). I have no idea who the Bulls get, but there's got to be at least 1 all-star in the top-8: 25% odds for the Bulls if they have two picks. Hard to say, but there are a lot of athletic tweeners and two tall, high-vision PGs, which are the Bulls' glaring weaknesses.

I don't really think the Bulls have a hope with their "2021 FA" plan. Giannis, Kawhi, Davis, none of these guys have even 1 micro-second of a thought for becoming Bulls. Now that LAC and BRK have contending hopes, you can kiss goodbye to any premier FA recruitment. Salary caps aren't gonna stop these teams from making S&Ts for their target stars.

Bulls need to get a system going (which Klay would massively help), and they need to maximize the development of Coby and Lauri, along with their pick(s) and mess of bench of players.


Golden State warriors won't trade Klay Thompson to Bulls.
And in my opinion Bulls should try trade Lauri to Golden State.
In Warriors Lauri would get fresh start and i'm sure Steve Kerr could help Lauri to reach his potential better than Jim Boylen has ever tried.

I love Klay, but If the Bulls are doing any swing for the fences type trades, I don't think Klay is a guy who is a #1 option on a contender any more than Zach is. I agree that GS won't trade him, regardless.
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Re: NBA Trade Thread 

Post#1398 » by MrSparkle » Fri Apr 10, 2020 6:00 pm

Apparently the Mitchell/Gobert relationship is not salvageable? A little overly sensitive on Mitchell's end, I feel? It was a stupid but honest mistake.

WCJ, Thad, Felicio for Gobert ?
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Post#1399 » by PrimzyBulls81 » Fri Apr 10, 2020 6:10 pm

Rose2Boozer wrote:The Bulls send Markkanen, Young, Kornett, to the Magic for Bamba, Gordon, right to swap 2020 1st.

White
Lavine
Porter
Carter
Bamba

Satoransky
Harrison
Hutchinson
Gordon
Gafford

Aaron Gordon to be bench player on Bulls behind Carter on PF? Haha, come on man!?
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Post#1400 » by PrimzyBulls81 » Fri Apr 10, 2020 6:12 pm

It would be awesome if we can setup all the pieces in the management and coaching stuff asap and if the season continues, coach can evaluete roster and then in off season we can make adjustments needed to compete.

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