Chicago Bulls Eye Offseason Moves After Mixed Season

CHICAGO, Illinois — The Chicago Bulls are navigating a challenging offseason after a season that kept them out of the top 10 in the 2025 NBA Draft. Their late-season performance raised hopes, particularly for their young backcourt duo of Coby White and Josh Giddey.

With the addition of promising forward Matas Buzelis, the Bulls are looking to solidify their core as they head into the summer. However, this rebuilding effort could see veteran center Nikola Vucevic on the trading block. The Bulls may consider trade options to align their roster with their younger timeline.

One potential trade partner is the Golden State Warriors. As the Warriors’ playoff run concluded, rumors surfaced of a possible deal involving Vucevic. Reports suggest that Chicago could acquire rising star Jonathan Kuminga, who showcased scoring talent during the postseason. While trading away key role players like Vucevic and Ayo Dosunmu poses challenges, their current roster dynamics make such moves plausible.

For Golden State, adding Vucevic could provide the necessary scoring depth they seek. Dosunmu, coming off a season where he averaged 4.5 assists per game, could also add value as a bench leader.

The Bulls also enter a draft lottery where they hold the fourth overall pick. The Charlotte Hornets, with the third-best draft odds, could affect Chicago’s strategy depending on their choices. On his podcast, Bulls guard Lonzo Ball predicted a surprising turn in the draft, suggesting the Hornets might trade LaMelo Ball, impacting Chicago’s future decisions.

While a significant shift for the Hornets would be unexpected, it could change the landscape for the Bulls as they prepare for another season. Currently, the focus remains on further shaping their roster and potentially pursuing Kuminga, who is set to enter restricted free agency.

For now, all eyes are on how the Bulls will maneuver through trades, drafts, and contract negotiations as they aim to fortify their young talent for a sustainable future.