Zach LaVine is attracting trade interest amid a ‘rejuvenated’ season with the Bulls
The NBA trade deadline is quickly approaching as teams either look to improve or shed salary and part ways with certain players. Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine is one star who has had his name in the rumor mill many times before and as he continues to play well in 2024-25, rival teams are calling the Bulls to see its availability.
Via Shams Charania:
“Sources say the Bulls have received calls from teams for two key players: Zach LaVine and Nikola Vucevic“, wrote Shems.
“Rival executives hailed a rejuvenated season for LaVine, who in his 11th season is shooting career highs (51.4%) and 3-pointers (45%) while averaging 24 points, 4.8 rebounds and 4.5 assists . LaVine impressed the Bulls with his professionalism and leadership, a year after both sides scanned the market for trade opportunities.
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LaVine is having a very solid campaign and it’s clear the Bulls won’t be a contender anytime soon. Trading away DeMar DeRozan was the first sign and as Čarania mentioned, Nikola Vučević is one of the premier big men who is expected to be moved by February 6. That would potentially leave LaVine as the lone star left in the Windy City.
The UCLA product is under contract through 2027-28, but he has a player option next season. However, given his huge salary, it might be difficult to move Zach LaVine. He makes $43 million per season and it appears this trade deadline could be quieter than those in the past. Because of how much the veteran is making, the organization has had trouble holding any serious trade talks for him.
The Bulls currently sit in a playoff spot at 19-25. LaVine’s 35 points on Monday helped his team end a five-game losing streak. He leads Chicago with 24 points, while Vooch is averaging 20.3.
They return to action on Thursday against the Golden State Warriors.
Quinn Allen is a Senior Associate Editor with ClutchPoints. He specializes mainly in football, basketball and baseball. When Quinn is not producing content for CP, he writes sports betting predictions for numerous sites across North America.
2025-01-22 17:58:00
