Shocking Move: Knicks Eyeing Stunning Trade For Bulls’ Versatile Guard
The New York Knicks have not gotten off to the start they would have hoped for this season. At just 4-5 on the season, many have already begun to wonder if the core they have after making a pair of offseason trades is the one that can get them to the promised land.
The Knicks could be in the mix for Zach LaVine
One of the players who has been consistently thrown in Knicks trade rumors is Chicago Bulls star guard Zach LaVine. The Bulls have been one of the worst teams in the league the past few seasons, and they have already begun their rebuild phase by trading Alex Caruso to the Oklahoma City Thunder in the offseason.
ESPN’s Jamal Collier mentioned that the Bulls could begin the process of exploring trades for their top-tier players as the season progresses, which is where the Knicks could step in.
“Chicago is still expected to explore trade options for both LaVine and Vucevic later in the season, sources told ESPN, but the focus now is for both players to rebound after disappointing 2023-2024 seasons,” Collier wrote.
LaVine is one of the best pure scorers in the NBA. He is averaging 22.5 points on 52% shooting from the floor and 42% from three through the first eight games for the Bulls this season. The two-time All-Star could help elevate New York’s ceiling as title contenders, but the cost of acquiring him in such a large deal could negatively affect their long-term outlook.
