According to NBA sources, Zach LaVine never chose the Chicago Bulls, and that just adds more fire to the fuel amid rumors of the All-Star wanting out of the Windy City.
Reports of LaVine looking for a new destination have been doing the rounds as the Bulls’ inconsistent run this season continues. Earlier, news of the souring relationship between LaVine and DeMar DeRozan made the headlines, although the pair denied the fracture.
The former has already been linked with the Los Angeles Lakers and the New York Knicks and going by the executives’ words, chances are he will be asking for a trade soon. According to Bleacher Report’s Eric Pincus, the 27-year-old reportedly never chose the franchise, and the money perhaps was too good an offer to refuse.
“LaVine never chose Chicago. He was traded there and had his offer sheet [from the Sacramento Kings in 2018] matched,” one NBA source said. “He wasn’t going to turn away $215 million from the Bulls. No one else had that kind of money to offer.”
“Zach’s contract was one of those deals that immediately became an eyesore the moment he signed it. He’s just not that healthy,” the source continued. “I don’t know that the Bulls have a real market for him.”
Recent updates suggest that he is only looking to play for the Lakers and returning back to his hometown.
Is Zach LaVine To The Los Angeles Lakers A Possibility?
At this point, it’s pretty much yes and no. Adding LaVine to the mix will definitely boost the side’s chances of making the playoffs, especially with Anthony Davis’ injury that’s already threatening to derail their season.
Second, LaVine’s offense will ease LeBron James’ workload. He is a better outside shooter and can be a seamless fit alongside LA’s superstars. While he’s not exactly in the pink of health, he’s still averaging 21.7 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 4.3 assists.
Add his agency, Klutch Sports to the whole story, and there is a real possibility of the guard joining the Purple and Gold. The only caveat though is if the Bulls would be willing to trade him for Russell Westbrook and maybe the two picks.
For now, there’s some chaos in the Bulls camp, and with enough time left for a trade, it’s pretty much waiting and watching to see where LaVine ends up finishing the season.
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